Brain Balance Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2025)

Brain Balance offers comprehensive programs for children with neurobehavioral challenges, focusing on cognitive and behavioral development.

Brain Balance Achievement Centers is a franchise dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults through a personalized, drug-free program. Founded in 2006 by Dr. Robert Melillo, the franchise is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. 

The Brain Balance program is designed to address various developmental and learning disorders by enhancing brain connectivity through an integrative approach that includes sensory engagement, physical development, academics, and nutrition.

The franchise began its journey in the educational services sector by opening its first center in 2006, and by 2009, it started offering franchise opportunities. These centers cater to children aged 4 to 18, offering in-center, at-home, and hybrid programs, with a newly introduced virtual program for adults.

Brain Balance differentiates itself from competitors by offering a comprehensive and holistic program that goes beyond traditional tutoring and academic support. Their methodology is supported by over 60 peer-reviewed studies, focusing on improving focus, behavior, social skills, anxiety, and academic performance without the use of medication. 

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.

Brain Balance offers 2 types of franchises:

Franchise Initial Investment
Brain Balance® Center $215,895 to $463,765
Brain Balance® Satellite Center $116,885 to $290,885

We are summarizing below the main costs associated with opening a Standard Brain Balance Center franchise.

For more information on the various types of franchises and its costs, refer to the Franchise Disclosure Document (Item 7).

Standard Brain Balance Center

Type of Expenditure Estimated Cost
Initial Franchise Fee $45,000
Computer Software program license fee $15,000
In Center Program Kits $2,000
Virtual Program Kits $1,275
Program Pass Through Fees $1,000
Business license, incorporation, etc. $500 to $2,500
Commercial Space (2-4 months security) $4,000 to $20,835
Utility deposits and fees $3,000
Insurance $4,200 to $6,000
Construction and remodeling, including architect design $10,000 to $175,000
Furniture, inventory, and equipment $40,000 to $55,000
Technology Costs $36,000 to $39,000
Start-up supplies $3,500 to $4,000
Signage $0 to $13,000
Call Center $0 to $2,000
Brain Balance Program® CRM System and annual maintenance $1,850
Credit Card System $0 to $400
Email and other collaboration tools $0
Organization Productivity and Collaboration Tools $70 to $105
Accounting Software & Bookkeeping $1,500 to $1,800
Additional Funds for three (3) months $30,000 to $50,000
Pre-Opening travel and training costs $5,000 to $7,000
Pre-Opening Advertising $12,000 to $18,000
Total of all Initial Investment Costs $215,895 to $463,765

Franchise Disclosure Document

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Training 

Brain Balance provides a comprehensive training program designed to ensure franchisees can effectively operate their centers and deliver the Brain Balance program.

  1. Initial Program Training:
    • Remote Training: Franchisees start with 40 hours of remote training through the Brain Balance Training Portal, which includes over 125 active courses covering various aspects of the Brain Balance program and business operations.
    • On-Site Mastery Training: Following the remote training, franchisees and their teams receive 24 hours of hands-on training at their location to ensure they are well-prepared to implement the program effectively.
  2. Soft Opening Support:
    • Before the official opening, a Brain Balance team member visits the new center to ensure it is properly set up and ready to operate, confirming that all necessary systems and protocols are in place.
  3. Grand Opening Support:
    • Dr. Rebecca Jackson, the VP of Programs and Outcomes, attends the grand opening event to support the franchisee, participate in the ribbon-cutting ceremony, and deliver a talk or lecture to guests.

Territory Protection

Brain Balance franchise offers territory protection to its franchisees. Franchisees are granted exclusive territory rights, which means that no other Brain Balance centers will be allowed to open within their designated area. 

This ensures that franchisees have a defined market area where they can operate without direct competition from other Brain Balance centers, allowing them to maximize their market potential and growth opportunities.

Additionally, Brain Balance provides opportunities for market development in major metropolitan areas. 

Number of units

2025
Franchised units

74

69

65

Company-owned units

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Total units

74

69

65

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