Palm Beach Tan

Palm Beach Tan Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2025)

Tanning salon franchise providing a range of UV tanning and sunless tanning options, promoting a bronzed and sun-kissed appearance.

Established in 1990 and headquartered in Coppell, Texas, Palm Beach Tan is a renowned name in the tanning and beauty industry. This franchise excels in delivering a sun-kissed glow and advancing skincare.

What sets Palm Beach Tan apart is its vast network of tanning salons, which offer a range of tanning services such as sunbeds, spray tanning, and UV-free options.

Palm Beach Tan's success in the tanning industry stems from its dedication to safe and responsible tanning practices. The franchise places a high emphasis on skin health, educating clients on responsible tanning and providing various skincare products designed to protect and nourish the skin.

Focusing on customer satisfaction and promoting a healthy, bronzed look, Palm Beach Tan has established itself as a trusted destination for professional tanning services and skincare solutions.

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.

Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Franchise Fee $30,000
Leasehold Improvements $250,000 – $400,000
Prepaid Rent and Security Deposit $5,120 – $17,500
Furniture and Fixtures $52,500 – $76,500
Tanning and Related Equipment $179,650 – $438,550
Computer Hardware and Software $6,378 – $9,681
PBTV Mobile App $50
Initial Inventory of Lotions, Solutions, and Supplies $16,495 – $18,967
Signage $6,700 – $15,800
Professional Services $15,000 – $20,000
Utility Deposits and Permits $60 – $5,200
Grand Opening $10,000
In-Location Merchandising Kit $3,000 – $5,000
Local Marketing Kit $3,000 – $4,000
Initial Training $2,500 – $4,500
Pre-Opening Training $2,000 – $4,000
Music System with Installation $2,500 – $3,500
Security System (includes CCTV system) $2,000 – $3,000
Insurance $1,500 – $5,000
Additional Funds (three months) $60,000
Total $648,453 – $1,131,247

Franchise Disclosure Document

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Palm Beach Tan

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Palm Beach Tan
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2020
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2006
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2017
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Training 

Palm Beach Tan offers a detailed and structured training program for its franchisees, covering several key aspects:

Initial Management Training

  • Mandatory for the Operating Principal, General Manager, and Store Manager prior to the salon's opening.
  • Provided at no extra cost initially; however, fees may apply for training successor or replacement personnel and for additional programs.
  • Franchisees are responsible for all training-related expenses, including travel, lodging, meals, and wages.

Remedial Training

  • Available on-site upon request or if deemed necessary by the franchisor.
  • The franchisor may impose charges for on-site remedial training and require reimbursement for the expenses of their representatives.

Territory Protection

The Palm Beach Tan Franchise Agreement stipulates that franchisees are not granted an exclusive or protected territory. This means franchisees might face competition from other franchisees, franchisor-owned outlets, or other distribution channels and competitive brands managed by the franchisor.

While the right to operate a Palm Beach Tan location is granted at an approved site within a designated area, this area is not exclusive or protected, except under specific provisions of a Development Agreement, if applicable.

Number of units

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Franchised units

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Company-owned units

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Total units

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