What is the duration of the non-compete period after termination of my association with Brain Balance?
Brain_Balance Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
During the term of my association with the Company and for a period of one year after termination of my association with the Company either (i) voluntarily by me or (ii) for cause, I agree that I shall not directly or indirectly, whether as employee, owner, partner, stockholder, member, investor, agent or consultant, render competing services on my own behalf or on behalf of any person or entity other than the Company.
During the term of my association with the Company and for a period of one year after termination of my association with the Company either (i) voluntarily by me or (ii) for cause, I agree that I shall not directly or indirectly, whether as employee, owner, partner, stockholder, member, investor, agent or consultant, render competing services on my own behalf or on behalf of any person or entity other than the Company for twelve (12) months in any area within a thirty-five (35) mile radius of the Company's office located at
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 72–292)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Brain Balance Franchise Disclosure Document, if you voluntarily terminate your association with the company or are terminated for cause, you are subject to a non-compete agreement. This agreement restricts you from providing competing services, either directly or indirectly, for a period of one year. This restriction applies whether you act as an employee, owner, partner, stockholder, member, investor, agent, or consultant.
This non-compete obligation extends for twelve months and is limited to a 35-mile radius of the Brain Balance office location. The specific address of the Brain Balance office is not provided in this excerpt, but it is something you should confirm with the franchisor.
It is important for prospective franchisees to fully understand the terms of the non-compete agreement, including the geographic scope and the definition of 'competing services,' before signing the franchise agreement. Understanding these restrictions is crucial for planning your future business activities should you decide to leave the Brain Balance franchise system.