What is the dependency between opening a Body20 studio and the start of the franchise term?

According to Body20's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchise term length is directly tied to the opening date of the studio. The franchise agreement begins on the effective date of the agreement but lasts for 10 years from the date the franchisee opens their Body20 studio for business. This means a delay in opening the studio will effectively shorten the initial franchise term, as the 10-year clock doesn't start ticking until the studio is operational.

If a franchisee continues to operate the Body20 studio after the initial 10-year term expires, the agreement may be treated as extended on a month-to-month basis. Either Body20 or the franchisee can terminate this extension by providing notice, with the termination taking effect 30 days after the other party receives the notice.

This structure is fairly common in franchising, as it aligns the franchise term with the actual operation of the business. It ensures that both Body20 and the franchisee are committed to the business for a defined period, starting when the studio is generating revenue. Prospective franchisees should carefully consider the implications of this arrangement and factor in potential delays in opening when planning their business.