Source: FranopolisFS8 Studio
The Business
SourcesThe franchisor’s immediate parent is FS8 Holdings Inc., a Delaware corporation.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
Read More About The Business
The franchisor has been offering FS8 franchises in the United States since June of 2021.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor’s ultimate parent is F45 Training Holdings Inc. dba FIT House of Brands, a Delaware corporation (“ FIT ”).
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
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Our immediate parent is FS8 Holdings Inc., a Delaware corporation.
We have been offering FS8 franchises in the United States since June of 2021.
Source NotesOur ultimate parent is F45 Training Holdings Inc. dba FIT House of Brands, a Delaware corporation (“ FIT ”).
What It Costs
SourcesYour location, business format and operating plan can change the total.
Where Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Furniture, Fixtures, Other Equipment | $4,000 to $10,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 Furniture, Fixtures, Other Equipment (9) $4,000 to $10,000 |
| Optional Recovery Amenities | $40,000 to $67,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 Optional Recovery Amenities (17) $40,000 to $67,000 |
| Utility Deposits | $1,000 to $2,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 Utility Deposits ( 8 ) $1,000 to $2,000 |
| Head Trainer Induction | $600 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Head Trainer Induction (4) $600 |
| Grand Opening | $25,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 Grand Opening (1 5 ) $25,000 |
| Exterior and Interior Signage | $5,000 to $10,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 Exterior and Interior Signage $5,000 to $10,000 |
| Additional Funds (initial 3-month period) | $60,000 to $100,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 Additional Funds (initial 3-month period) (18) $60,000 to $100,000 |
| AED | $1,500 to $2,100 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 AED $1,500 to $2,100 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $1,000 to $350,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 Leasehold Improvements (7) $1,000 to $350,000 |
| Insurance | $1,000 to $4,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 Insurance (1 4 ) $1,000 to $4,000 |
| Architectural Floor Plan Design, Engineering, and Construction/Permit Documents | $10,000 to $20,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 Architectural Floor Plan Design, Engineering, and Construction/Permit Documents $10,000 to $20,000 |
| Computer System | $1,000 to $2,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 Computer System ( 11 ) $1,000 to $2,000 |
| Music Licenses | $1,700 to $2,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 Music Licenses (1 6 ) $1,700 to $2,000 |
| Business Licenses and Permits | $1,000 to $3,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 Business Licenses and Permits (12) $1,000 to $3,000 |
| Equipment Pack | $110,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Equipment Pack ( 1 ) $110,000 plus shipping, duties and tax |
| Total | $349,300 to $840,700 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 TOTAL (1 9 ) $349,300 to $840,700 |
| Establishment Fee | $60,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Establishment Fee $60,000 |
| Induction Seminar | $1,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Induction Seminar (3) $1,500 |
| Document Preparation Fee | $2,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Document Preparation Fee $2,500 |
| Office Equipment and Supplies | $1,000 to $3,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 Office Equipment and Supplies (10) $1,000 to $3,000 |
| Travel and Living Expenses during Training | $4,500 to $9,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Travel and Living Expenses during Training (5) $4,500 to $9,000 |
| Equipment Pack Shipping, Taxes and Duties | $11,000 to $27,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Equipment Pack Shipping, Taxes and Duties (2) $11,000 to $27,000 |
| Professional Services | $1,000 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 Professional Services (1 3 ) $1,000 to $5,000 |
| Real Property | $5,000 to $25,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 Real Property ( 6 ) $5,000 to $25,000 |
Line items are shown as disclosed. Some costs overlap or apply to different formats; do not add them together without reviewing the source.
SourcesKey Franchise Fees
- Marketing & Advertising
View Disclosed Terms
Marketing Fee $2,500 per month
2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 · Item 6
Brand Fund Up to 2% of Gross Sales, or $200 per month, whichever is higher
2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 · Item 6
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Establishment fee | a $60,000 establishment fee | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Optional Recovery Amenities products/equipment | products/equipment (up to $36,000) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Additional Training | currently, $250 per day per person trained. Up to $500 per day per person trained. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Equipment Pack Fee | You must also pay us or our affiliate $110,000 (plus shipping, taxes and duties) for an “Equipment Pack” | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Optional Recovery Amenities additional design costs | additional design costs ($2,500) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Architectural floor plan design, engineering, and construction/permit documents | architectural floor plan design, engineering and construction/permit documents ($10,000 to $20,000) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Third-Party Inspection Costs | A maximum of $250 per studio. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Technology Service Fee | Technology Service Fee (4) Currently, $500 per month. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Additional Induction Seminar attendee | You must pay us $750 for the third and each additional person who attends induction. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Equipment pack shipping, taxes, and duties | equipment pack shipping, taxes, and duties ($11,000 to $27,000) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Additional Studio establishment fee | you also must pay us an establishment fee of $60,000 each additional Studio you commit to develop | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Induction Seminar Fee | You must pay us $1,500 for attendance at our Induction Seminar (for two attendees). | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Document preparation fee | up to a $2,500 document preparation fee | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Optional Recovery Amenities design/construction | design/construction ($21,000) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| On-site Evaluation Fee | Currently, $160 per on- site evaluation (up to $320) if we determine that your Studio is not in compliance with the terms of the Franchise Agreement, plus current per diem rate of $250 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Securities Offering Fee | Securities Offering Fee (7) $3,000, plus our actual costs and expenses associated with the proposed offering | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Local Cooperative Advertising | Local Cooperative Advertising (“ Co-op ”) As determined by Co-op; currently, there are no Co- ops. If established, your contribution will not exceed $2,500 per month. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| On-site Remedial Training | The then-current per diem fee for remedial training, plus costs; current per diem rate is $250. Up to $500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| On-site Training Fee | The On-site Training Fee will range from $4,000 to $11,000 depending on the number of trainers being trained. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Renewal Fee | Renewal Fee Greater of (i) $5,000 and (ii) 10% of then-current Establishment Fee | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Annual Conference | Annual Conference (8) $600 per ticket; a minimum of two tickets must be purchased unless we otherwise approve in writing | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Grand Opening Expenditures | you must spend a minimum of $25,000 on grand opening promotions | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Non-Compliance Fee | Non- Compliance Fee Not to exceed $2,000 per violation | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Marketing Fee | Marketing Fee $2,500 per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Head Trainer Induction Fee | you will pay us a head trainer induction fee of $600. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Non-Attendance Fee | currently, $100 to $300 per person | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Merchandise for Resale | Merchandise for Resale (5) $1,500 every three months | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Brand Fund | Brand Fund Up to 2% of Gross Sales, or $200 per month, whichever is higher | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Interest | Interest 18% per year or the maximum lawful rate | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Secret Shopper Fee | Secret Shopper Fee Currently $250 per Studio per year | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Optional Recovery Amenities shelving units, merchandise racks, and POS counter | shelving units, merchandise racks, and POS counter ($7,500) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Computer system | computer system ($1,000 to $2,000) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Automated external defibrillator | an automated external defibrillator (“ AED ”) ($1,500 to $2,100) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Establishment fees collected in 2025 | In 2025 we collected establishment fees ranging from $10,000 to $60,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesSee how the disclosed startup costs fit your cash, reserves, and financing plans.
Your Role As An Owner
SourcesYou may, at your option and subject to the franchisor’s written consent, designate a General Manager to supervise your operations.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 50 · Item 15 · View Source
Read The Disclosed Requirements
You must designate and retain at all times during the term of the Franchise Agreement at least one Studio Manager to coordinate and manage the day-to-day operations of the Studio.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 50 · Item 15 · View Source
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You may, at your option and subject to our written consent, designate a General Manager to supervise your operations.
Source NotesYou must designate and retain at all times during the term of the Franchise Agreement at least one Studio Manager to coordinate and manage the day-to-day operations of the Studio.
Training & Support
SourcesThe franchisor estimates that it will be approximately 12 months from the time you sign the Franchise Agreement to the time you begin operations.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 36 · Item 11 · View Source
Read The Disclosed Requirements
The franchisor requires that you use MindBody as your point of sale, or other approved supplier that the franchisor may identify from time to time.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 41 · Item 11 · View Source
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We estimate that it will be approximately 12 months from the time you sign the Franchise Agreement to the time you begin operations.
Source NotesWe require that you use MindBody as your point of sale, or other approved supplier that we may identify from time to time.
Franchisor Financing
SourcesThe franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing. The franchisor does not guarantee your note, lease or obligation.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 41 · Item 10 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or obligation.
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2025
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Company-Owned At Year-End | Total At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 63 · Item 20 |
| 2024 | 5 | — | — | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 63 · Item 20 |
| 2025 | — | 1 | — | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 63 · Item 20 |
These are reported outlet counts, not available territories or a measure of profitability. A dash means a count is not available in this record.
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2023 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2023 0 3 +3
Company- Owned 2023 0 0 0
Total Outlets 2023 0 3 +3
2024 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2024 3 5 +2
2025 Year-End Counts
SourcesCompany- Owned 2025 1 1 0
Inside The FDD
SourcesPlain-language summaries of the available FDD information. Each summary links to its source, with original excerpts available to review.
Sources
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01The Business And Its Ownership
The franchisor’s immediate parent is FS8 Holdings Inc., a Delaware corporation.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor has been offering FS8 franchises in the United States since June of 2021.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor’s ultimate parent is F45 Training Holdings Inc. dba FIT House of Brands, a Delaware corporation (“ FIT ”).
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
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Our immediate parent is FS8 Holdings Inc., a Delaware corporation.
We have been offering FS8 franchises in the United States since June of 2021.
Source NotesOur ultimate parent is F45 Training Holdings Inc. dba FIT House of Brands, a Delaware corporation (“ FIT ”).
02The Leadership Team
The leadership team listed in the FDD includes Wade Baze (Chief Accounting Officer), Ryan Mayes (Chief Operating Officer), Luke Armstrong (Chief Revenue Officer) and Patrick Grosso (Chief Legal Officer and Chief Financial Officer).
2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 · Item 2 · View Source
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Wade Baze: Chief Accounting Officer
Ryan Mayes: Chief Operating Officer
Luke Armstrong: Chief Revenue Officer
Source NotesPatrick Grosso: Chief Legal Officer and Chief Financial Officer
07Estimated Startup Investment
The FDD estimates a total startup investment of $349,300 to $840,700. Review the listed costs and any conditions before setting your own startup budget.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 · Item 7 · View Source
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Source NotesTOTAL (1 9 ) $349,300 to $840,700
10Financing Offered By The Franchisor
The franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing. The franchisor does not guarantee your note, lease or obligation.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 41 · Item 10 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or obligation.
11Support, Training And Advertising
The franchisor estimates that it will be approximately 12 months from the time you sign the Franchise Agreement to the time you begin operations.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 36 · Item 11 · View Source
The franchisor requires that you use MindBody as your point of sale, or other approved supplier that the franchisor may identify from time to time.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 41 · Item 11 · View Source
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We estimate that it will be approximately 12 months from the time you sign the Franchise Agreement to the time you begin operations.
Source NotesWe require that you use MindBody as your point of sale, or other approved supplier that we may identify from time to time.
14Patents, Copyrights And Proprietary Information
The franchisor does not own any patents or patent applications that are material to the franchise.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 49 · Item 14 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not own any patents or patent applications that are material to the franchise.
15Owner Participation
You may, at your option and subject to the franchisor’s written consent, designate a General Manager to supervise your operations.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 50 · Item 15 · View Source
You must designate and retain at all times during the term of the Franchise Agreement at least one Studio Manager to coordinate and manage the day-to-day operations of the Studio.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 50 · Item 15 · View Source
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You may, at your option and subject to our written consent, designate a General Manager to supervise your operations.
Source NotesYou must designate and retain at all times during the term of the Franchise Agreement at least one Studio Manager to coordinate and manage the day-to-day operations of the Studio.
16Products And Services You Can Sell
You must offer and sell all products and services the franchisor requires. You must sell only the products and services that the franchisor has expressly approved in writing.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 52 · Item 16 · View Source
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Source NotesYou must offer and sell all products and services we require. You must sell only the products and services that we have expressly approved in writing.
20Franchise Locations
At the end of 2025, the FDD reports 1 company-owned locations. These are reported locations, not a count of territories available to buy.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 63 · Item 20 · View Source
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Source NotesCompany- Owned 2025 1 1 0
21Franchisor Financial Statements
The franchisor’s financial reporting year ends on December 31.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 67 · Item 21 · View Source
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Source NotesOur fiscal year end is December 31.
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