Source: FranopolisGlow Sauna Studios
Glow Sauna Studios is a health and wellness franchise that operates sauna studios focused on wellness and relaxation. Its services center on sauna therapy, including infrared sauna experiences, and are intended for local men and women seeking personal care, health, and relaxation services. The business is a consumer-facing wellness studio franchise. Franchisees receive guidance through site selection, construction, operational systems training, staffing, sales and marketing, and opening support.
The Business
SourcesThe current franchisor was formed on September 21, 2022 as a Texas limited liability company.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 6 · Item 1 · View Source
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What It Costs
SourcesWhere Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Insurance – Pre-Opening and 3 Months | $1,500 to $2,500 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 19 Insurance – Pre-Opening and 3 Months $1,500 $2,500 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $49,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 18 Initial Franchise Fee 1 $49,000 $49,000 |
| Professional Fees, Licenses, and Permits | $500 to $3,250 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 18 Professional Fees, Licenses, and Permits $500 $3,250 |
| Total — 3-pack development rights and initial business | $343,096 to $535,256 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 22 3-pack $343,096 to $535,256 |
| Initial Marketing Spend | $12,500 to $17,500 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 19 Initial Marketing Spend 12 $12,500 $17,500 |
| Project Management | $5,000 to $10,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 18 Project Management $5,000 $10,000 |
| Opening Inventory and Supplies | $3,000 to $6,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 19 Opening Inventory and Supplies 11 $3,000 $6,000 |
| Additional Funds – 3 Months | $15,000 to $20,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 19 Additional Funds – 3 Months 15 $15,000 $20,000 |
| Total — 2-pack development rights and initial business | $306,096 to $498,256 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 22 TOTAL 4 2-pack $306,096 to $498,256 |
| Development Fee — 2-pack | $93,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 22 Development Fee 2 2-pack $93,000 |
| Lease-Related Payments – Security/Utility Deposit and 3 Months of Rent | $16,000 to $32,500 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 18 Lease-Related Payments – Security/Utility Deposit and 3 Months of Rent 5 $16,000 $32,500 |
| Total — 5-pack development rights and initial business | $417,096 to $609,256 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 22 5-pack $417,096 to $609,256 |
| Development Fee — 5-pack | $204,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 22 5-pack $204,000 |
| Initial Investment to Open Initial Franchised Business under Development Agreement | $213,096 to $405,256 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 22 Initial Investment to Open Initial Franchised Business 3 $213,096 to $405,256 |
| Operational Equipment Package | $45,000 to $80,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 18 Operational Equipment Package 2 $45,000 $80,000 |
| Total — single franchised business | $262,096 to $454,256 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 19 TOTAL ESTIMATES $262,096 $454,256 |
| Design and Architect Fees | $10,000 to $14,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 18 Design and Architect Fees 6 $10,000 $14,000 |
| Initial Training – Costs and Expenses | $500 to $2,500 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 18 Initial Training – Costs and Expenses 4 $500 $2,500 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $70,000 to $150,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 18 Leasehold Improvements 7 $70,000 $150,000 |
| Freight of Operational Equipment Package | $1,246 to $10,806 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 18 Freight of Operational Equipment Package 3 $1,246 $10,806 |
| Other Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment | $3,500 to $6,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 18 Other Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment 9 $3,500 $6,000 |
| Technology Setup, AV, and Security | $4,000 to $7,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 18 Technology Setup, AV, and Security 10 $4,000 $7,000 |
| Development Fee — 3-pack | $130,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 22 3-pack $130,000 |
| Millwork, Benches, Desk, Retail, etc. | $20,000 to $32,500 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 18 Millwork, Benches, Desk, Retail, etc. 8 $20,000 $32,500 |
| Development Fee — 10-pack | $389,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 22 10-pack $389,000 |
| Total — 10-pack development rights and initial business | $602,096 to $794,256 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 22 10-pack $602,096 to $794,256 |
| Laundry Equipment Rental – 3 Months | $1,350 to $2,700 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 19 Laundry Equipment Rental – 3 Months 14 $1,350 $2,700 |
| Signage | $4,000 to $8,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 19 Signage 13 $4,000 $8,000 |
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
- Initial Franchise Fee
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You must pay us an initial franchise fee amounting to $49,000 (the “Initial Franchise Fee”) in a lump sum at the time you enter into your Franchise Agreement with us, which is deemed fully earned when paid and is non-refundable upon payment.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 10 · Item 5
Review Fee Sources- Royalty
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An amount equal to the greater of (a) 6% of the Gross Sales generated by your Franchised Business over the preceding reporting period, or (b) $1,000 per month (collectively, the “Royalty” or “Royalty Fee”).
2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 · Item 6
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Sufficient Fund | Non-Sufficient Fund (NSF) or Dishonored Check Charge $100 per occurrence | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Millwork, Benches, Desk, Retail Package | Millwork, Benches, Desk, Retail Package $20,000 to $32,500 Affiliate Supplier | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 10 |
| Operational Equipment Package | Operational Equipment Package $45,000 to $80,000 Affiliate Supplier | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 10 |
| New Product or Supplier Testing | We reserve the right to reimbursement of the actual costs we incur in connection with the evaluation/testing procedure, not to exceed $500 per request | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Renewal Fee | Renewal Fee $5,000 Payable prior approving your renewal request | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | You must pay us an initial franchise fee amounting to $49,000 (the “Initial Franchise Fee”) in a lump sum at the time you enter into your Franchise Agreement with us, which is deemed fully earned when paid and is non-refundable upon payment. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 10 |
| Technology Fee | Our then-current technology fee (the “Technology Fee”) Currently, $125/month | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Webpage Design & Support | Webpage Design & Support Currently $300 per year Upon setup, annual thereafter on February 1 of each year. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Development Fee — third and subsequent franchise component | (iii) $37,000 for the third (3 rd ) and each subsequent franchise you are awarded the right to develop, if and as applicable, under the agreement and within your Development Area | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Royalty Fee | An amount equal to the greater of (a) 6% of the Gross Sales generated by your Franchised Business over the preceding reporting period, or (b) $1,000 per month (collectively, the “Royalty” or “Royalty Fee”). | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Fund Contribution | Currently, you must contribute to the Fund in an amount equal to 2% of the Gross Sales generated by your Franchised Business Same time and manner as your Royalty Fee. We expect and intend to establish and administer a brand development Fund to promote, market, advertise and otherwise develop the System, Marks and brand generally. We reserve the right to increase your Fund Contribution to an amount up to 2.5% of Gross Sales generated by your Franchised Business upon 30 days’ prior advance notice in the Manual(s) or otherwise in writing. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Transfer Fee | Transfer Fee (Franchise Agreement and Development Agreement) $10,000, except as set forth in the Remarks column | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Annual Convention or Conference Contribution | Currently, we expect this contribution to be between $500 and $1,000 per attendee – once we determine it will be appropriate to establish such an annual meeting of System owners | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Local Advertising Requirement | You must ensure you expend a minimum amount equal to the greater of (a) 2.0% of the Gross Sales of your Franchised Business, or (b) $1,750 per month (the “LAR”) | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Shipping/Freight Charges | Shipping/Freight Charges for Package Above (not installation) $1,246 to $10,806 Affiliate Supplier (or its designee) | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 10 |
| Qualified U.S. Military Veterans & First Responders discount | the Initial Franchise Fee is discounted by $7,500 (~15%). | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 10 |
| Relocation Fee | We reserve the right to charge a fee of $2,000 per relocation requested. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Qualified employee initial franchise fee discount | We currently offer a discount on our Initial Franchise Fee of $40,000 (~82%) off for (the first Franchised Business only) to qualified employees of our franchisees | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 10 |
| Development Fee — second franchise component | (ii) $44,000 for the second (2 nd ) franchise you are awarded the right to develop; | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Required Software | Currently, those ongoing fees are up to $850 per month for the designated point-of-sale (“POS”), customer record management (“CRM”), e- commerce, and other software required for use in your Franchised Business. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Transfer administrative fee — exceptions | In situations where Franchisor is approving a transfer in connection with (a) an individual assigning its rights to a wholly-owned corporation, or (b) the death or disability of the Franchisee or Franchisee’s principal, Franchisor will waive the transfer fee and only reserves the right to charge an administrative fee of $500. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Management Fee | An amount equal to 8% of the Gross Sales of your Franchised Business during the period of time we or our representative manages your Franchised Business on your behalf (the “Management Fee”), plus the costs and expenses we incur. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Training Fee | Currently, our Training Fees amounts to $500/day per trainer in connection with any training for which we reserve the right to charge a fee | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Interest | Interest The greater of (a) 1.5% per month (18% per year), or (b) highest commercial contract interest rate applicable laws permit | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Development Fee — first franchise component | (i) $49,000 for the first (1 st ) franchise you are awarded the right to develop; | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesYour Role As An Owner
SourcesIf the franchisee is a business entity, the franchisor does not require the Designated Manager to own an interest in the entity – but the Designated Manager must sign the franchisor’s prescribed form of Confidentiality and Non-Competition Agreement.
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Source NotesIf the franchisee is a business entity, we do not require the Designated Manager to own an interest in the entity – but the Designated Manager must sign our prescribed form of Confidentiality and Non-Competition Agreement.
Territory
SourcesThe franchise does not come with an exclusive territory. Other franchisees, company-owned businesses and franchisor-controlled sales channels may compete in your area.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 40 · Item 12 · View Source
Read The Disclosed Requirements
The boundaries of your Designated Territory may be described in terms of zip codes, streets, landmarks (both natural and man-made) or county lines, or otherwise delineated on a map.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 40 · Item 12 · View Source
You must comply with your development obligations under the Development Agreement, including your Development Schedule, in order to maintain your exclusive rights within the Development Area.
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You will not receive an exclusive territory. You may face competition from other franchisees, from outlets that we own, or from other channels of distribution or competitive brands that we control.
The boundaries of your Designated Territory may be described in terms of zip codes, streets, landmarks (both natural and man-made) or county lines, or otherwise delineated on a map.
Source NotesYou must comply with your development obligations under the Development Agreement, including your Development Schedule, in order to maintain your exclusive rights within the Development Area.
A disclosed territory policy does not confirm that your preferred area is available. Ask the franchisor about the specific area you are considering.
Training & Support
SourcesThe franchisor estimates that it will take between four (4) to nine (9) months to open your Franchised Business from the time you execute your Franchise Agreement.
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Source NotesWe estimate that it will take between four (4) to nine (9) months to open your Franchised Business from the time you execute your Franchise Agreement.
Franchisor Financing
SourcesThe franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing. The franchisor does not guarantee your note, lease, or obligation.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 28 · 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.
Inside The FDD
SourcesPlain-language summaries of the available FDD information. Each summary links to its source, with original excerpts available to review.
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01The Business And Its Ownership
The current franchisor was formed on September 21, 2022 as a Texas limited liability company.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 6 · Item 1 · View Source
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Source NotesWe are a Texas limited liability company formed on September 21, 2022
02The Leadership Team
The leadership team listed in the FDD includes John Kutac (Chief Operating Officer) and Joshua Terzo (Chief Executive Officer).
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03Disclosed Legal Proceedings
This FDD reports no litigation that requires disclosure under Item 3.
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Source NotesNo litigation is required to be disclosed in this Item.
08Suppliers And Required Purchases
You must operate all aspects of your Franchised Business in strict conformance with the methods, standards and specifications of the franchisor’s System.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 23 · Item 8 · View Source
You may only market, offer, sell, and provide the Approved Services and Products at your Franchised Business in a manner that meets the franchisor’s System standards and specifications.
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You must operate all aspects of your Franchised Business in strict conformance with the methods, standards and specifications of our System.
Source NotesYou may only market, offer, sell, and provide the Approved Services and Products at your Franchised Business in a manner that meets our System standards and specifications.
10Financing Offered By The Franchisor
The franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing. The franchisor does not guarantee your note, lease, or obligation.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 28 · 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 take between four (4) to nine (9) months to open your Franchised Business from the time you execute your Franchise Agreement.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 33 · Item 11 · View Source
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Source NotesWe estimate that it will take between four (4) to nine (9) months to open your Franchised Business from the time you execute your Franchise Agreement.
12Territory
The franchise does not come with an exclusive territory. Other franchisees, company-owned businesses and franchisor-controlled sales channels may compete in your area.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 40 · Item 12 · View Source
The boundaries of your Designated Territory may be described in terms of zip codes, streets, landmarks (both natural and man-made) or county lines, or otherwise delineated on a map.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 40 · Item 12 · View Source
You must comply with your development obligations under the Development Agreement, including your Development Schedule, in order to maintain your exclusive rights within the Development Area.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 41 · Item 12 · View Source
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You will not receive an exclusive territory. You may face competition from other franchisees, from outlets that we own, or from other channels of distribution or competitive brands that we control.
The boundaries of your Designated Territory may be described in terms of zip codes, streets, landmarks (both natural and man-made) or county lines, or otherwise delineated on a map.
Source NotesYou must comply with your development obligations under the Development Agreement, including your Development Schedule, in order to maintain your exclusive rights within the Development Area.
13Trademarks
You must comply with any changes, revisions and/or substitutions at your sole cost and expense.
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Source NotesYou must comply with any changes, revisions and/or substitutions at your sole cost and expense.
14Patents, Copyrights And Proprietary Information
No agreement requires the franchisor to protect or defend any copyrights or you in connection with any copyrights.
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The franchisor has no registered copyrights, nor are there any pending patent applications that are material to the franchise.
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You do not receive the right to use any item covered by a patent or copyright, but you can use the proprietary information in the Manual.
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No agreement requires us to protect or defend any copyrights or you in connection with any copyrights.
We have no registered copyrights, nor are there any pending patent applications that are material to the franchise.
Source NotesYou do not receive the right to use any item covered by a patent or copyright, but you can use the proprietary information in the Manual.
15Owner Participation
If the franchisee is a business entity, the franchisor does not require the Designated Manager to own an interest in the entity – but the Designated Manager must sign the franchisor’s prescribed form of Confidentiality and Non-Competition Agreement.
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Source NotesIf the franchisee is a business entity, we do not require the Designated Manager to own an interest in the entity – but the Designated Manager must sign our prescribed form of Confidentiality and Non-Competition Agreement.
17Renewal, Transfer And Ending The Agreement
If Franchisee satisfies all of the requirements of the Franchise Agreement, Franchisee will have an option to renew the franchise relationship for 2 consecutive, 5-year periods.
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Source NotesIf Franchisee satisfies all of the requirements of the Franchise Agreement, Franchisee will have an option to renew the franchise relationship for 2 consecutive, 5-year periods.
18Public Figures
The franchisor says it currently does not use public figures to promote this franchise.
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Source NotesWe do not presently use any public figures to promote our franchises.
22Agreements
The documents listed in this section include a confidentiality agreement, a non-compete agreement, a lease assignment, state-specific supplements and a general release form. Review the applicable agreements before signing; the list does not mean every form applies to every buyer.
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Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement (if an as required) Exhibit G
Exhibit E: Form of Confidentiality and Non-Competition Agreement (for use by Franchisee for Management Personnel of the Franchised Business and Officers/Directors of the Franchisee)
Exhibit C: Form of Collateral Assignment and Lease Addendum/Consent with Landlord
State Specific Addenda (if and as applicable) Exhibit I
Source NotesSample Form of General Release Agreement (example only) Exhibit H
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