About Cloud 9 Foot Spa Franchise
Cloud 9 Foot Spa is a retail spa franchise specializing in foot massage, full body massage, and a variety of rejuvenating spa services.
The concept provides a tranquil, dedicated environment for customers seeking relaxation and wellness treatments.
The franchise fee is $40,000, and the brand has been franchising since 2024.
Cloud 9 Foot Spa Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$262K
Average Investment
$394K
Maximum Investment
$525K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of Gross Revenue of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 1.5% of Gross Revenue (Brand Fund Contribution) and $500/month (Local Marketing, subject to 10% annual increase) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $262,450 – $524,900 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $262K–$525K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of Gross Revenue) and marketing fee (1.5% of Gross Revenue (Brand Fund Contribution) and $500/month (Local Marketing, subject to 10% annual increase)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | $40,000 |
| Design & Architectural Fees | $8,000 | $15,000 |
| Your Training Expenses | $1,850 | $4,000 |
| Premises Utility & Security Deposits | $12,000 | $18,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements, Construction and/or Remodeling | $90,000 | $300,000 |
| Foot Massage Recliner Chairs | $4,800 | $5,400 |
| Other Furniture and Fixtures | $11,800 | $15,200 |
| Exterior & Interior Signage | $8,000 | $15,000 |
| Business Licenses and Permits | $500 | $800 |
| Computer Systems | $6,500 | $8,000 |
| Initial Inventory & Uniforms to Begin Operating | $500 | $1,000 |
| Supplies | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Professional Fees | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $10,000 | $10,000 |
| Insurance | $2,500 | $5,500 |
| Additional Funds – 3 months | $58,000 | $72,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 2/3 of the then-current Initial Franchise Fee; however, for transfers to: (i) an existing franchisee in good standing, the transfer fee is 1/3 of the then-current Initial Franchise Fee or (ii) an entity owned and controlled by the franchisee for convenience purposes or for transfers among owners that does not change management control, the transfer fee is $1,500 or (iii) a spouse, parent or child upon death or disability the transfer fee is $3,500. ($5,000 non refundable deposit at the time you request to transfer the business. The balance of the fee is due prior to the closing of the transfer.) |
| Renewal Fee | 15% of the then-current Initial Franchise Fee (Successor Term Fee) |
| Technology Fee | $25, subject to increase (Weekly Systems Fee) |
| Audit Fee | Cost of examination plus related expenses. (If an examination reveals that you have understated any Gross Revenue report by two percent (2%) or more, you must pay to us the cost of the audit and all travel and related expenses, in addition to repaying monies and interest owed) |
| Late Charge | $50 |
| Interest Charge | 18% per annum from due date, or maximum allowed by law |
| Non-Sufficient Funds Fee | $250 |
| Initial Training (additional personnel) | $1,000 per person |
| Additional Training Courses | A reasonable charge for tuition. You pay all travel and other related expenses incurred by all trainees |
| Additional Training – Franchisee Convention or Business Meeting | Up to $600 registration fee per person, subject to increase. You pay all travel and other related expenses incurred by all trainees |
| Convention or Business Meeting Non-Attendance | $1,000 |
| Remedial Training Fee | Our then-current per diem rate for each trainer, plus travel and other expenses. Our current per diem rate is $500 |
| Interim Management Support Fee | Our then-current per diem rate for on-site management, plus expenses. Our current per diem rate is $400 or 10% of revenues, whichever is greater. |
| Relocation Fee | 25% of the then-current initial franchise fee |
| Evaluation Fee of Unapproved Item or Supplier | Actual costs of inspection and/or testing |
| Quality Review Services | Actual costs |
| Accounting Services | $230, subject to increase (Monthly) |
| Benchmarking Services | $30, subject to increase (Monthly) |
| Liquidated Damages | Up to 24 months of Royalty Fees and Brand Fund Contributions |
| Indemnification | Amount of loss or damages plus costs |
| Reimbursement of Cost and Expenses for Non-compliance | Actual costs and expenses |
| Reimbursement of legal fees and expenses | Our legal costs to enforce your obligations. |
| Confidential Operation Manual Replacement Fee | $300 |
| Insurance Reimbursement | Amount paid by us for your insurance obligations, plus a 10% administrative fee and our legal fees, if any. |
| Taxes | Amount of taxes |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | approximately 4 days |
| Classroom Training | 25 |
| On-the-Job Training | 10 |
| Training Location | our headquarters and/or affiliate-owned outlet, or at another location we specify. (Houston, Texas or Redmond, Washington) |
| Additional Training | Franchisor may offer mandatory and/or optional additional training programs from time to time. If we require it, you must attend mandatory additional training offered by us for up to three (3) days each year, and/or attend an annual business meeting or franchisee conference for up to three (3) each year at a location we designate. We reserve the right to impose a reasonable fee for tuition and/or attendance for all additional training programs, including the annual business meeting or conference. You must also pay your transportation, lodging, meals and other expenses. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | minimum population of 30,000 individuals |
| Description | The Territory is determined on an individual basis taking into account minimum numbers of households and population demographics. The Territory will have a minimum population of 30,000 individuals who live and/or work around your Cloud 9 Foot Spa; however, if your Cloud 9 Foot Spa is located at a captive market location, such as a mall, hotel, military base or airport, you will not receive a protected Territory. Your Territory will be identified by zip codes and/or a marked map and attached to your Franchise Agreement as Attachment 2. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | up to two (2) additional seven (7)-year terms |
| Renewal Fee | 15% of the then-current Initial Franchise Fee |
| Renewal Conditions | Be in full compliance, have no more than three (3) events of default during current term; provide written notice to us at least six months before the end of the term; execute a new franchise agreement; continue to maintain your premises; update to current trade dress and other standards; execute a general release; comply with then-current qualifications and training requirements; including completion of additional training; and pay a successor agreement fee. You may be asked to sign a new Franchise Agreement with materially different terms and conditions than your original Franchise Agreement. |
| Transfer Fee | 2/3 of the then-current initial franchise fee; however, for transfers to: (i) an existing franchisee in good standing, the transfer fee is 1/3 of the then-current Initial Franchise Fee or (ii) an entity owned and controlled by the franchisee for convenience purposes or for transfers among owners that does not change management control, the transfer fee is $1,500 or (iii) a spouse, parent or child upon death or disability the transfer fee is $3,500. |
| Transfer Conditions | No transfer is allowed without our consent, which we will not unreasonably withhold. Conditions include: our decision not to exercise our right of first refusal; transferee meets our then-current standards for qualifying franchisees; transferee signs our then-current form of Franchise Agreement, which may have materially different terms from your Franchise Agreement; transferee successfully completes our Initial Training Program; you have paid us and third-party creditors all amounts owed; you and the transferee sign a General Release; you shall subordinate any claims you have against the transferee to us; you will indemnify us for misrepresentations in the transfer process (excluding representations in our FDD); our approval of the material terms and conditions of the transfer; payment of a transfer fee. |
| Termination for Cause | We may terminate only if you default. The Franchise Agreement describes defaults throughout. Please read it carefully. Curable defaults have 5 days to cure (except for non-curable defaults). Non-curable defaults include: insolvency, bankruptcy, falsifying reports, ceasing operations for 5+ days, loss of premises possession (unless relocating), failure to restore premises after casualty, failure to comply with laws, default under lease, understatement of Gross Revenue 2+ times, failure to comply with insurance/indemnification, unauthorized transfer, failure to transfer upon death/disability, misrepresentation in application, felony conviction or damaging conduct, adverse judgment for fraud/racketeering, concealing revenues/false books, public health/safety threat, refusal of inspection/audit, unauthorized use of Marks/Confidential Info, failure to comply with non-compete, 3+ defaults during term or 2+ default notices in 12-month period, insufficient funds 2+ times in 12-month period, default under other agreements with franchisor/affiliate, or termination without cause. |
| Non-Compete Period | During the term of this Agreement and for 24 months after the termination of the Franchise Agreement |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term: You may not divert customers to competitors, participate in any foot and/or body massage business, or do any act damaging to goodwill. After termination (24 months): You may not divert customers to competitors, participate in any foot and/or body massage business within twenty (20) miles of your former Cloud 9 Foot Spa Shop outlet location or any other Cloud 9 Foot Spa outlet location (franchised or company owned), or do any act damaging to goodwill. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The Franchise Agreement requires that you personally supervise, devote full time, and manage the day-to-day operation of your Franchised Business. You may not appoint a non-owner manager of your Franchised Business, unless you receive our prior written approval. Upon approval, your manager must successfully complete our Initial Training Program and all other training courses we require. Your manager must devote full time to the job and cannot have an interest or business relationship with any of our competitors. If the franchisee is a business entity, your manager is not required to have an equity interest in the franchisee entity but must otherwise meet our approval. If you are a married individual, your spouse must sign our Spouse Guaranty. |
| Required Suppliers | You must purchase all equipment, supplies and services from our designated suppliers and contractors or in accordance with our specifications. You must purchase your foot massage recliner chairs from us. We are the only approved supplier for this item. |
| Supply Restrictions | We maintain written lists of approved items of equipment, supplies and services (by brand name and/or by standards and specifications) and a list of designated suppliers and contractors for those items. We will update these lists periodically and issue the updated lists to all franchisees. If you would like us to consider another item or supplier, you must make such request in writing to us and have the supplier give us samples of its product or service and such other information that we may require. If the item and/or supplier meet our specifications, as we determine in our sole discretion, we will approve it as an additional item or supplier. We reserve the right to revoke approval of any item or supplier that does not continue to meet our then-current standards. Our criteria for approving items and suppliers are not available to you. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | In our recent fiscal year ending December 31, 2023, neither we nor any of our affiliates has received any revenue from franchisees’ required purchases or leases. We and our affiliates do not receive any other revenue, rebates, discounts or other material consideration from any suppliers based on your required purchases of products, supplies or equipment; however, we may do so in the future, and any rebates or discounts we receive may be kept by us in our sole discretion. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee any note, lease, or obligation on your behalf. |
Cloud 9 Foot Spa Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$865K
Median Revenue
$879K
Revenue Range
$470K – $1.2M
Sample Size
6 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Cloud 9 Foot Spa Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordCloud 9 Foot Spa has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Cloud 9 Foot Spa System Growth
Total Units
6
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
6
Cloud 9 Foot Spa currently operates 0 franchised locations and 6 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 16 states: CA, CT, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
00
Total Assets
$100K
Audited by DJJCPA, LLC for year ending December 31.
Cloud 9 Foot Spa Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Cloud 9 Foot Spa franchise ranges from $262,450 to $524,900, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $40,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Cloud 9 Foot Spa charges a royalty fee of 5% of Gross Revenue of gross sales, plus a 1.5% of Gross Revenue (Brand Fund Contribution) and $500/month (Local Marketing, subject to 10% annual increase) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Cloud 9 Foot Spa Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Cloud 9 Foot Spa to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Cloud 9 Foot Spa franchise owners report average revenue of $865K and median revenue of $879K. This is based on a sample of 6 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Cloud 9 Foot Spa has been franchising since 2024. The FDD shows an investment range of $262,450-$524,900, a 5% of Gross Revenue royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $40,000 and the total investment ranges from $262,450 to $524,900 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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