Body & Brain Center

The franchise fee of $10,000 is substantially lower than typical fitness franchises ($40,000-$60,000). What is included in the initial franchise fee, and are there additional startup costs not reflected in this figure?

Your royalty rate of 10% exceeds the typical 6-7.5% for fitness franchises. How is this higher royalty justified, and are there any performance thresholds or revenue levels where the rate decreases?

The technology fee is $40/month, significantly lower than the typical $199-$716 range. What technology systems and support are included, and are there additional technology costs franchisees should anticipate?

The system has contracted from 80 units (3 years ago) to 71 units (current), representing a 3.9% annual decline. What is the franchisor's analysis of why 19 units have closed, and what corrective actions are being implemented?

Of the 19 unit exits over 3 years, only 2 were franchisor terminations while 15 were voluntary closures. What reasons have franchisees cited for closing their locations, and what support has the franchisor provided to struggling units?

Your initial term is 5 years with no specified renewal options, compared to the typical 10-year initial term. Why is the contract term shorter, and what are the actual renewal terms and conditions available to franchisees?

The total potential contract term is 5 years versus the typical 15-20 years. If renewal is not guaranteed, how does this impact franchisee ability to recoup their initial investment?

The transfer fee of $3,000 is below typical ranges. What restrictions or conditions apply to unit transfers, and are there any franchisor approval requirements that could delay or prevent a sale?

The non-compete clause specifies 2 years and 15 miles. Are there any carve-outs or exceptions (e.g., for existing equipment, client relationships, or staff), and how is this enforced?

The agreement contains 6 renewal conditions compared to the typical 7-9. What are these specific renewal conditions, and are any tied to minimum performance metrics or sales thresholds?

There are 16 non-curable defaults allowing immediate termination with 5 days notice. Please provide the complete list of these defaults and explain what constitutes each one.

All disputes require mandatory binding arbitration in Maricopa County, Arizona. What are the typical costs and timelines for arbitration disputes, and can franchisees appeal arbitration decisions?

Personal guarantees are required from all entity owners with joint and several liability. Does this personal guarantee extend beyond the franchise term, and what is the franchisor's collection practice?

Six categories of goods and services require purchases from designated or approved suppliers. Can you provide the specific list of required suppliers and typical costs for each category?

There are no minimum performance requirements tied to territorial protection. If a franchisee underperforms significantly, can the franchisor encroach by awarding nearby territory to another franchisee?

Late fees are calculated at 1.5% per month. How does this compare to state usury laws, and does the franchisor enforce late fees consistently?

The support and training score is 72, below the typical 82-93 range for fitness franchises. What specific training is provided at launch, and what ongoing support is available for marketing, operations, and client retention?

Contract terms scored 48 versus the typical 60-65 range. Can you explain which contract provisions scored below typical, and are any of these terms negotiable?

System health scored 42, below the typical 50-75 range. How does the franchisor define system health, and what metrics indicate this lower-than-typical score?

With no Item 19 financial disclosure available, can you provide comparable unit economics (revenue, expenses, and profitability) for existing franchisees at different experience levels and geographic locations?