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What does the C3 Wellness Spa 'System' include?

C3_Wellness_Spa Franchise · 2024 FDD

Answer from 2024 FDD Document

by you as either an owner of ____________________________ (hereinafter referred to as "Franchisee"), Franchisee, or the spouse of the owner of franchisee and is given and signed by you in favor of Aryes Franchising LLC, franchisor of the C3 Wellness franchise system and in favor of Aryes Franchising LLC's successors and assigns, upon the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement. In this Agreement Aryes Franchising LLC is referred to as "us", "our" or "we", and each individual that signs this Agreement is referred to as "you".

Recitals and Representations

WHEREAS, You agree that we have developed a distinctive and proprietary system (the "System") for the non-medical development, management and, potentially, the operation of a spa (the "Spa") that offers and facial treatment services, medical spa services, IV vitamin therapy, massage therapy services, physical therapy, cosmetic services, topical skin treatments, essential oils,, and other cosmetic, medical spa and spa related services and retail products (the "Approved Spa Products and Services") under the Licensed Marks (defined below);

WHEREAS, the System relates to and includes the development and operation of a spa location franchised business (hereinafter referred to as either the "Spa Location Franchise" or the "Franchised Business"), that depending on Franchisee's qualifications and applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations involves either:

a Spa Location Franchise that Owns and Operates a Spa: Franchisee's development and operation of a Spa Location Franchise that owns and operates a Spa that provides the Approved Spa Products and Services under the Licensed Marks and in accordance with the requirements of the System; or

a Spa Location Franchise that Owns and Operates a Spa Facility and Management Company: Franchisee's development and operation of a Spa Location Franchise that owns and operates a management business ("Spa Management Business") that provides management, marketing, and spa facility based services (the "Spa Facility and Management Services") to medical practices and licensed professionals authorized to offer and provide the Approved Spa Products and Services (hereinafter referred to as "Authorized Care Providers") at a Spa that is operated by the Authorized Care Providers and/or their professional corporation authorized to directly offer and provide the Approved Spa Products and Services.

WHEREAS, Franchisee has entered into an C3 Wellness Franchise Agreement (the "Franchise Agreement") for the development and operation of a Spa Location Franchise;

Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 59–293)

What This Means (2024 FDD)

According to C3 Wellness Spa's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, the 'System' refers to the franchisor's distinctive and proprietary methods for the non-medical development, management, and potential operation of a spa. This spa offers facial treatment services, medical spa services, IV vitamin therapy, massage therapy services, physical therapy, cosmetic services, topical skin treatments, essential oils, and other cosmetic, medical spa, and spa-related services and retail products under the Licensed Marks.

The C3 Wellness Spa system relates to the development and operation of a franchised spa location. Depending on the franchisee's qualifications and local, state, and federal laws, this can involve either owning and operating a spa that provides approved spa products and services or owning and operating a management business that provides management, marketing, and spa facility-based services to medical practices and licensed professionals authorized to offer these services.

The 'System' also includes the franchisor's Intellectual Property and Know-How. Know-How encompasses trade secrets and proprietary information related to the development, establishment, marketing, promotion, and operation of a C3 Wellness Spa franchise, including methods, techniques, specifications, procedures, policies, marketing strategies, and information within the Operations Manual and Confidential Information.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.