Has Body20 Franchisor LLC ever owned a Body20 studio?
Body20 Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
t in Exhibit D.
We became the franchisor of BODY20® studios ("Studios") on April 4, 2025. While we have never owned a Studio, as of the date of this Disclosure Document, we operate one Studio under the terms of a management agreement with the applicable franchisee and have agreed to purchase that Studio in August 2025. Although we reserve the right to do so, we have not offered franchises in other lines of business. We have no business activities other than those described in this Item 1.
Source: Item 1 — THE FRANCHISOR, AND ANY PARENTS, PREDECESSORS, AND AFFILIATES (FDD pages 8–12)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Body20's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Body20 Franchisor LLC has never owned a Body20 studio. However, the document states that as of the date of the disclosure, Body20 operates one studio under a management agreement with the franchisee and has agreed to purchase that studio in August 2025.
This indicates that while Body20 has not historically owned a studio, it is moving towards owning and operating at least one location. This could be for training purposes, to test new strategies, or to maintain a presence in a specific market.
For a potential franchisee, this information is relevant because it shows Body20's evolving business model. It may be beneficial to inquire about the performance of the managed studio and the reasons behind the decision to purchase it. Understanding Body20's strategy regarding company-owned studios can help a franchisee assess the franchisor's commitment to the brand and its understanding of the day-to-day operations of a Body20 studio.