Woodhouse Spa Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2024)

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

All you need to know about this franchise in a snapshot

Initial franchise fee
$55,000
Investment required
$1,477,000 - $3,210,000
Royalty fee
6.00%

Woodhouse Spa: Leading the Way in Holistic Wellness Experiences

Woodhouse Spa, an esteemed spa franchise renowned for its innovative wellness services, was established in 2001 in Victoria, Texas. The franchise embarked on its expansion journey in 2003, opening its first franchised location in Kingston, Pennsylvania. Since then, Woodhouse Spa has experienced remarkable growth, solidifying its position as a leader in the spa industry.

Based in Lakewood, Colorado, Woodhouse Spa sets itself apart in the wellness sector with a holistic approach that caters to both body and mind, offering guests transformative experiences. This emphasis on "mood care" is woven into every facet of the spa, distinguishing it from conventional neighborhood spas.

Woodhouse Spa provides a wide array of services, including various spa treatments, luxury retail products, and gift cards, creating multiple revenue opportunities for its franchisees. The franchise model attracts business-savvy individuals who are passionate about wellness and self-care and are dedicated to delivering an exceptional spa experience.

Initial investment

Here's what you would need to invest if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Franchise Fee $55,000
Fixtures, Furniture and Equipment $293,600 to $484,190
Computer and IT Systems and Components $56,000 to $70,000
Additional IT Related Services $2,625 to $3,225
Security Deposit and Rent $37,500 to $78,750
Leasehold Improvements $820,893.20 to $2,206,876.83
Signage $10,000 to $20,000
Business Licenses and Permits $250 to $1,000
Space Planning and Architectural Fees $29,000 to $40,000
Training Expenses $8,000 to $10,000
Professional Services $3,000 to $10,000
Insurance (For Initial 3-Month Period) $16,000 to $32,000
Grand Opening $15,000
Initial Inventory $79,306 to $81,806
Additional Funds for the start-up phase (For Initial 3-Month Period) $50,000 to $100,000
Employment Screening and Investigation Services $595 to $2,055
Total $1,476,769.20 to $3,209,902.83

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Number of units

2023
Franchised units

67

72

73

Company-owned units

2

2

4

Total units

69

74

77

Franchise Disclosure Document

Training 

The Woodhouse Spas franchise offers a comprehensive training program for franchisees and their key staff, including:

Initial Training Program

  • Participants: The Operating Principal, General Manager, and potentially other management-level staff are required to attend and complete this program.
  • Content: The training covers crucial aspects of running a Woodhouse Spa, including operational procedures, sales strategies, promotional techniques, and marketing methods.
  • Format: Conducted at locations designated by the franchisor, the training includes both classroom instruction and hands-on, on-the-job training components.

Additional Training Programs

  • Successor or Replacement Personnel: The franchisor may charge a fee for training new or replacement staff members.
  • Continuing Education: Franchisees are required to attend any additional training sessions, meetings, conventions, or conferences mandated by the franchisor.
  • Remedial Training: On-site remedial training is available upon request or if the franchisor determines it is necessary.

Territory Protection

The Woodhouse Spas franchise system grants franchisees a protected area, though not exclusive territorial rights. The franchisor retains the ability to operate or authorize others to operate Woodhouse Spas outside of this protected area, as well as to develop and establish other business systems under different names or trademarks.

Franchisees may encounter competition from other franchisees, franchisor-owned locations, or other channels controlled by the franchisor, even within their protected area.

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