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Balensi Spa®

Personal Care Year: 2025
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What Is Balensi Spa?

Balensi Spa provides after-school and summer enrichment camps and youth events for children (pre-k–12th grade) covering subjects such as chess, fencing, team sports, sewing, robotics, magic, coding, guitar, rocketry and electronics. Franchisees must operate using the franchisor’s System, including proprietary curriculum, know‑how, standards and procedures, and may only offer programs and services the franchisor authorizes. The primary customers are schools and other organizations that host programming (B2B), some of which may provide facilities without charge or require rental of space.

Balensi Spa Franchise: Pros and Cons

With a Training & Support Score of 100 (top 10% for Personal Care) and low startup costs of $44,800–$71,500 plus reserves up to $15,000, the franchise offers strong onboarding and a low capital barrier; however, Item 19 (financial performance representation) is not provided, leaving revenue and profitability unclear.

Pros

Training & Support Score is 100 (top 10% for Personal Care), indicating best-in-class onboarding and ongoing support that should shorten your ramp-up time and reduce day-to-day guesswork.
Estimated startup costs are low: Item 7 totals range from $44,800 to $71,500 (well below typical for Personal Care), and reserve requirements top out at $15,000 - together these figures materially lower the capital barrier and limit your financial exposure compared with peers.
The system shows an unusually clean operating and legal record: zero franchise terminations, non-renewals, reacquisitions, lawsuits, franchisee judgments, franchisor enforcement actions, or government penalties (all well below typical). This points to a stable franchise environment with fewer regulatory or legal frictions.

Cons

Item 19 (financial performance representation) is not provided - an uncommon absence in Personal Care franchises, which makes it harder to assess realistic revenue and profitability expectations before investing.

Territory Protection

51/100
Good

Balensi Spa grants a designated, non-exclusive protected territory-generally the county containing the franchised site-tiered by market density and public-school counts with site-specific rights described in the Franchise Agreement. Territory rights are contingent on meeting performance quotas; the franchisor retains e-commerce/alternative-channel sales and the ability to develop additional units nearby.

Training & Support

100
Excellent

The brand provides a robust 77-hour training curriculum that includes an on-site component; the initial franchise fee does not include training for any individuals. The program offers on-site launch support for operational readiness, with travel and living expenses borne by the franchisee and on-site support provided at no additional cost.

Unit Growth Analysis

Unit Growth Chart

The franchise shows a volatile recovery rather than steady acceleration: units dropped from 5 (2022) to 1 (2023), a −80% collapse, then rebounded to 3 (2024, +200%) and to 5 (2025, +66.7% YoY). For investors this signals improving momentum but fragile health-latest growth is strong in percentage terms but the system remains very small (only 5 units in 2025) and historically inconsistent, so further due diligence on sustainability and pipeline is warranted.

How Much Does It Cost to Open a Balensi Spa Franchise?

Opening a Balensi Spa franchise requires a total initial investment of $44,800 to $71,500, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. This range covers the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and initial working capital needed to launch and operate through the early months.

Minimum Investment

$44,800
Minimum Investment Breakdown
Franchise Fee
Real Estate
Equipment & Assets
Reserves
Training
Other

Maximum Investment

$71,500
Maximum Investment Breakdown

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$0
Real Estate$200
Equipment & Assets$6,000
Reserves$5,000
Training$1,800
Other$0

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$22,500
Real Estate$2,000
Equipment & Assets$8,200
Reserves$15,000
Training$3,700
Other$20,100

Investment Analysis

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The initial investment amounts shown are estimates only. Actual costs may vary based on location size, business model, and multi-unit ownership arrangements. We recommend reviewing the full Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.

Balensi Spa Franchise Earnings: Not Disclosed

Balensi Spa did not disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Not all franchisors choose to publish this information, which can make it harder for prospective owners to evaluate expected revenue before investing.

This franchise company did not publish these results.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Balensi Spa a good franchise to own?

Whether Balensi Spa is a good franchise depends on your goals, experience, and local market. Key factors from the 2025 FDD: Balensi Spa operates 5 locations, received a legal risk score of 100/100, a training and support score of 100/100. The franchisor does not disclose financial performance data. Prospective franchisees should review the full Franchise Disclosure Document and consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decision.

Is a Balensi Spa franchise worth the investment?

The value of a Balensi Spa franchise investment depends on factors such as location, operator experience, and market demand. The initial investment ranges from $44,800 to $71,500. Franchise investments carry inherent risk, and prospective buyers should conduct thorough due diligence before committing capital.

How long does it take to break even with a Balensi Spa franchise?

Break-even timelines for Balensi Spa franchises are not disclosed in the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Break-even periods vary significantly based on initial investment level, local market conditions, operating costs, and revenue ramp-up speed. Prospective franchisees should build a pro forma financial model using Item 7 cost estimates and, where available, Item 19 financial performance data from the FDD.

Is Balensi Spa a franchise or a corporate-owned business?

As of the 2025 FDD, Balensi Spa operates 2 franchised locations and 3 company-owned locations. Franchise opportunities are available through the franchisor's disclosure process.

Does Balensi Spa disclose franchise revenue data?

Balensi Spa did not disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their 2025 FDD. Not all franchisors choose to publish this information.

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