About BASH Boxing Franchise
BASH Boxing offers a unique group fitness experience through its franchised BASH Studios.
Franchisees operate upscale, modern workout studios specializing in proprietary boxing programs.
These programs incorporate BASH boxing equipment like gloves, free weights, and the joint-safe "Aqua Bag," alongside the BASH Six Core Punches technique and choreography.
BASH Boxing Franchise Cost & Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 7.5% of Adjusted Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 3% of Adjusted Gross Sales (2% Brand Fund + 1% Local Advertising) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $241,200 – $656,100 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $241K–$656K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (7.5% of Adjusted Gross Sales) and marketing fee (3% of Adjusted Gross Sales (2% Brand Fund + 1% Local Advertising)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | $40,000 |
| Lease | $8,000 | $25,000 |
| Utility Deposits | $200 | $1,600 |
| Architect Fees & Construction Costs | $80,000 | $330,000 |
| Training Expenses | $3,000 | $10,000 |
| Business Licenses and Permits | $500 | $6,500 |
| Business Insurance | $4,000 | $8,000 |
| Initial Inventory | $3,500 | $8,000 |
| Computer Hardware and Software | $10,000 | $22,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment | $40,000 | $90,000 |
| Signage | $5,000 | $20,000 |
| Grand Opening Marketing Program | $20,000 | $35,000 |
| Professional Fees | $2,000 | $10,000 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) | $25,000 | $50,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | Greater of $10,000 or 25% of then-current initial franchise fee, plus any applicable broker fees |
| Renewal Fee | Greater of $10,000 or 25% of then-current initial franchise fee |
| Technology Fee | $700 per month |
| Audit Fee | Cost of inspection or audit plus reasonable related costs and expenses, only if inspection discloses materially inaccurate or misleading information |
| Additional and Repeat Initial Training | $5,000 per individual |
| Ongoing/Remedial Training | $500 per day per trainee plus reasonable related costs and expenses |
| Interest on Late Payments | 1.5% per month (18% per annum) |
| Relocation Fee | $5,000 plus reasonable costs and expenses |
| Securities Offering Fee | Greater of $10,000 or reasonable costs and expenses |
| Management Fee | As incurred, only if operating principal becomes incapacitated or dies |
| Insurance | Actual costs, only if franchisee fails to purchase required insurance |
| Indemnification | All costs and expenses including attorneys' fees |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Up to 2 weeks initial training plus up to 2 additional weeks of opening support |
| Classroom Training | 30 hours (management) + 8 hours (coach training) |
| On-the-Job Training | 25 hours (management) + 16 hours (coach training) |
| Training Location | Virtual/in-person at affiliate-owned Studios in Arlington, Virginia or In-Studio at franchisee's location |
| Additional Training | Ongoing refresher courses, seminars, and training programs as franchisor may reasonably specify. Replacement training at discounted fee of $5,000 per individual. Remedial training at $500 per day per trainee. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Varies based on traffic patterns, demographics, competition, and existing BASH Studios. No minimum size. |
| Description | Franchisees receive a Protected Territory constituting a particular area surrounding the Studio. Franchisor will not operate nor grant another party the right to operate a BASH Studio within the Protected Area during the term. However, franchisor reserves rights to sell products through alternative distribution channels, operate non-BASH businesses anywhere, establish BASH Studios at Non-Traditional Facilities or Captive Market Locations inside or outside the Protected Area, and market via electronic media, internet, and mobile applications to purchasers within the Protected Territory. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | Two additional 5-year terms |
| Renewal Fee | Greater of $10,000 or 25% of then-current initial franchise fee |
| Renewal Conditions | Timely written notice of intent to renew (6-12 months before expiration), refurbishment to comply with then-current standards, material compliance with agreement terms during the term and at time of renewal, timely compliance with all financial obligations, execution of then-current franchise agreement (which may contain materially different terms including different fees and protected areas), payment of renewal fee, execution of renewal agreement with general release, compliance with then-current personnel and training requirements, and demonstrated right to remain in accepted location. |
| Transfer Fee | Greater of $10,000 or 25% of then-current initial franchise fee, plus any applicable broker fees |
| Transfer Conditions | Prior written consent required. Conditions include: execution of transfer agreement with mutual general release, transferee must meet educational/managerial/business standards, payment of all monetary obligations, transferor remains liable for pre-transfer obligations, transferee's personnel must complete required training, payment of transfer fee, and transferor must acknowledge post-term covenants. |
| Termination for Cause | Abandonment, felony conviction, threat to public health or safety, unauthorized transfer, disclosure of confidential information, failure to meet opening deadline, false books or records, understating sales by more than 5%, two or more defaults in any 52-week period, repeated same default within 36 months, unauthorized use of Proprietary Marks, and other defaults as specified in Section 17 of the Franchise Agreement. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | During the franchise term, prohibits engaging in any Competitive Business (any business where sale of fitness program services comprises 10% or more of gross revenues) with no geographical limitation. Post-term: 2-year prohibition within the Protected Area, within 10 miles of the Protected Area, and within 10 miles of any then-existing or planned BASH Studio in the US. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | No |
| Participation Details | Franchisee must participate in day-to-day management of the Studio. If franchisee is an entity, an individual owner must serve as Operating Principal. The Operating Principal or a full-time Studio Manager must supervise operations. The Franchise Agreement does not require the franchisee to personally participate in direct daily operation, although active participation is encouraged and recommended. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees must purchase all Studio Equipment and Supply Items and Retail Products only from approved suppliers. Franchisor has the right to appoint only one supplier for any particular product, which may be the franchisor or an affiliate. Proprietary Items bearing Proprietary Marks must be purchased from franchisor, affiliates, or designated suppliers. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisees may not purchase from unapproved suppliers without prior written consent. Franchisor may establish strategic alliances or preferred vendor programs and limit the number of approved suppliers. Estimated 85% of total cost of establishing and 50% of ongoing operations from designated/approved sources. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Franchisor has the right to collect and retain all manufacturing allowances, marketing allowances, rebates, credits, monies, payments, or benefits offered by suppliers. During fiscal year ended December 2022, neither franchisor nor affiliates received revenue from franchisee purchases. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing and does not guarantee franchisee's note, lease, or obligation. |
BASH Boxing Franchise Earnings — Item 19
BASH Boxing does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
BASH Boxing Litigation & Risk Flags
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
BASH Boxing System Growth
BASH Boxing currently operates 1 franchised locations and 4 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2022 | 2 | 0 | 5 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 2 states: MD, VA
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Audited by Marshall Financial Services, Inc. (unaudited) for year ending December 31.
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