Imagine the serene environment, the special attention, the sensations...that awaits you at Fruition Day Spa. Candles and waterfalls, wood floors and warm duvets will immerse you in tranquility and relaxation. Just as you dreamed it would be!

Whether you come for a sleep induced scalp massage or a foot relieving pedicure, Fruition Day Spa is a place you will not want to leave and will certainly look forward to coming back to. It is a place that understands that beauty is a complex thing, and knows just what its secrets are. It is place to give yourself that care you deserve - just what you were hoping for!

The only thing that can possibly equal the Fruition Day Spa experience is to own one. Imagine owning and operating an enjoyable and profitable business. What more could you ask for? Good news! Fruition Day Spa is now being offered as a franchise opportunity to suitably qualified applicants. Yes, it's true; your dreams can become a reality.

• How the Dream Began
• What you can Expect as a Franchisee
• What we Look for in a Franchisee
• The Initial Investment
• Royalties
• Site Selection
• The Mutual Investigation Process
• Take the First Step to Achieving Your Dream

Fruition Day Spa was started in 2001 by Founder and President Laura Gobbo, whose vision was to create a smaller, more intimate and more affordable Spa that would appeal to people who had never visited a Spa, or who preferred a less intimidating and more relaxing experience than achieved through visiting a typical large Spa.

Located on Dollarton Highway, in North Vancouver, British Columbia, Fruition Day Spa has built a first-class reputation, a solid clientele base and has been featured in a number of publications.

Fruition Day Spa's proven systems, up to date training and ongoing support can help you with the success in today's growing Spa industry.

We are committed to making your business both personally and financially rewarding. We will be there to support and direct you with proven ways of bringing Spa goers to your door. As a franchisee, you will receive:

• The use of the Fruition Day Spa name, trademarks and reputation
• An initial training program for you and your designated employees
• Protected territory
• Business Plan Template and Loan Application Guide
• A complete set of manuals, which includes pre-opening manual, policy and procedures, operations manual, checklists, agreements, and sales and administrative forms.
• Site location/ lease negotiation and assistance
• Before your opening, we will help you train your staff, stock and display your original inventory and provide assistance for a period immediately preceding or following the opening of the Spa
• Complete product training on the products authorized for sale at the Spa
• Assistance in the development and implementation of local advertising and promotional programs
• Training on administrative, inventory control and general operating and management procedures
• Training on establishing and conducting employee training programs at your Spa
• Guidance on the design and layout of your Spa
• Suggestions and requirements on purchasing approved equipment, furniture, furnishings, signs, products, and supplies
• Setup and training on the computer system and software for your Spa
• A listing of your Spa on our corporate website
• Periodic on-site, telephone and electronic mail assistance on daily operations, marketing, financial management, and other key matters. Whether it's a simple question that can be answered by phone, or something that needs to be seen, we're available for what you need
• Group purchasing power
• Advice on staff recruitment and selection

Fruition Day Spa carefully selects its partners in profit. We consider that one of the most important attributes is your desire to succeed. Success requires your commitment to listen and learn and make constant improvements in the way you operate your franchised business. We believe that a key element in our future success will be our willingness to reject applicants who do not meet our selection criteria. In choosing franchisees, preference will be given to applicants who:

• Appreciate the benefits of working on a team and within a proven system of operation
• Demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills
• Are involved in the community where the Spa is located
• Will actively work in and manage the Spa
• Have the funds to invest in the Spa, as well as the financial ability to survive the first year while drawing only a nominal salary.

Fruition Day Spa is a franchised operation that requires an initial investment ranging from around $145,000 to $165,000 depending on a number of factors, including the size of the Spa and the amount of tenant improvement allowances provided by the landlord. This amount includes the $25,000 initial franchisee fee, leasehold improvements, equipment, inventory, grand opening promotion, legal, accounting, insurance, working capital, and miscellaneous start-up items. Also included in this amount is approximately $9000.00 to $11,500.00 GST, which is recoverable.

We do not provide financial assistance to franchisees. The franchisee is required to have sufficient capital to purchase the franchise, pay for the development of the premises, and have sufficient working capital available to cover the start-up phase of the business.

Although the amount of money may be available to an applicant by way of bank loan, we will not approve any candidate unless they have approximately one-half of the total investment available in unencumbered cash. We are of the belief this amount of money is required so that the franchisee does not enter the business with an unreasonable debt load.

If the funds are to be borrowed against the applicants' equity in their home, the repayment of this mortgage must be supported by a sufficient outside source of income (i.e., one spouse/partner who is otherwise employed).

Our preferred site selection criterion is:

Characteristics:

• 900 to 1,200 square feet
• Ground floor space
• Ample short term parking
• Easy ingress and egress
• Good signage potential

Demographics:

• Middle to Upper Income
• Situated near traffic generators - restaurant clusters, cinemas, entertainment centres and high-volume retail
• Busy street with high pedestrian traffic
• Located in dominant "daily needs" area – supermarket/drug store Lease Requirements
• Minimum 5 year term with at least one 5 year option to renew
• Rental cost of around $20-$30 per square foot depending on location
• Tenant Improvement Allowance of $10 to or the equivalent in free rent
• 2 month fixturing period
• 200 AMP, 120/240 volt, 3-phase, 4 wires electrical service
• 1" water line
• Telephone conduit

The premises must meet zoning requirements and have wheelchair access where required.

We have developed a "Mutual Investigation Process" which allows both parties to exchange information in a sequential manner and proceed at their own pace. During this process you will be required to provide adequate information for us to evaluate your potential as a Fruition Day Spa franchisee. At the same time, you will be receiving sufficient information from us about the franchise opportunity that will allow you to decide if you wish to move forward at each stage of the application process.

Step 1. The Initial Enquiry

The first step is to thoroughly read the information above. If you are still interested in pursuing a Fruition Day Spa franchise, you should complete and submit the Initial On- line Enquiry Form located at the end of this section.

During this phase we will:

• Explain the total level of investment and minimum cash requirement
• Determine your preferred location(s)
• Discuss your preferred location(s) and your time frame to opening
• Provide you with a Franchise Application Report

Step 2. Franchise Application

The next step is for you to complete the Franchise Application Report and return it to our office for our review. During this period, you are requested to refrain from discussing the business directly with any of our employees, our franchisees or their employees.

Step 3. The Personal Meeting

If the information provided in your Franchise Application Report meets our selection criteria we will arrange a personal meeting at which time you will be required to execute a Confidentiality/Non-Disclosure Agreement prior to being provided with more in-depth information. The purpose of this meeting is to:

• Review your application
• Discuss the financial requirements
• Review potential locations
• Visit the corporate Fruition Day Spa

Step 4. Offer to Purchase Agreement

Should we mutually decide to proceed, the next step is for you to:

• Execute an Offer to Purchase Agreement and pay a deposit of $5,000, which is fully refundable
• Receive a copy of the Franchise Agreement
• Receive our Financial Projections Template

Step 5. Review the Franchise Agreement and Financial Projections

Once the Offer to Purchase Agreement has been executed and the deposit has been paid you have 15 days to:

• Have the Franchise Agreement reviewed by a lawyer who is experienced in the field of franchising *
• Execute the Franchise Agreement and pay the balance of the initial franchise fee i.e. $25,000 (plus GST on the full amount of the initial franchise fee).

If during this 15 day period, you decide not to proceed with the franchise or we elect not

* We thoroughly review the Franchise Agreement with you so that you have a clear understanding of what is involved before you have it reviewed by a lawyer.

Step 6. Location

If the location has not been determined prior to the execution of the Franchise Agreement you will commence your search for a location, which fits our site selection criteria.

The Mutual Investigation Process has been designed to assist the franchise applicant in determining if a Fruition Day Spa franchise meets their requirements. We reserve the right in our sole discretion to change and amend the sequence of events without notice.

Only one person will be opening a Fruition Day Spa in your area. If you feel you have the passion for our kind of business and the entrepreneurial spirit to make Fruition Day Spa a success in your community, we will support you in achieving your goals and living your dreams!

Click below to fill out our online Inquiry form.