Which states are exempt from the acknowledgement requirements outlined in section 18.5 of the Body20 FDD?

According to Body20's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Section 18.5, titled "Acknowledgements in Certain States," does not apply to franchisees and studios subject to franchise disclosure laws in specific states. These states are California, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin.

This means that franchisees operating in these listed states are not required to adhere to the standard acknowledgement stipulations outlined in section 18.5 of the Body20 franchise agreement. Instead, these states may have their own specific regulations or acknowledgements that Body20 franchisees must follow, as detailed in additional state-specific disclosures within the FDD.

For prospective Body20 franchisees, this distinction is crucial. If you plan to operate a Body20 studio in one of the listed states, you should carefully review the additional state-required disclosures in the FDD to understand your specific obligations and rights. These state-specific provisions can modify or supersede certain terms of the standard franchise agreement, ensuring compliance with local franchise laws and protecting franchisees from certain waivers or disclaimers.