The Ten Spot offers beauty bar services, including manicures, pedicures, waxing, and skincare treatments, all delivered in a trendy, high-energy environment.
KEY FRANCHISE STATS
Franchisees
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3
+
-40%
-40%
Franchise fee
?
$50,000
Investment
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$335,000 - $524,000
Revenue (AUV)
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Undisclosed
$488,000
+
n.a.
n.a.
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The Ten Spot® is a modern beauty bar franchise that was founded in 2006 by Kristen Gale in Toronto, Canada. It launched with a bold mission to fill the gap between upscale spas and fast-service salons by offering a refined yet approachable experience.
Its flagship location opened on Queen Street West in Toronto, and the company is now headquartered at 163 Sterling Rd., #10, Toronto, ON M6R 2B2. Franchising began in 2012, allowing The Ten Spot® to expand across Canada and into the United States.
The Ten Spot® stands out with its trademarked "anti-spa" concept. It offers a unique blend of efficiency and luxury by delivering services like nails, waxing, facials, and laser hair removal in a #clinicallyclean environment.
This combination of professionalism, fun, and high standards has made it a popular choice among customers seeking reliable and stylish self-care.
Initial investment
The initial investment required for a The Ten Spot franchise is
$335,000 - $524,000.
That is the total cost you would need to finance 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
$50,000 – $50,000
Project Management Fee
$11,500 – $11,500
Your Travel Expenses - Corporate Training
$1,500 – $5,000
Reimbursement of our Travel Expenses - Initial On-Site Training
$3,500 – $6,500
Architecture, MEP Engineering and Design
$11,000 – $20,000
Construction and Leasehold Improvements
$125,000 – $210,000
Signage Package and Signage Permit(s)
$15,000 – $17,000
Furniture and Equipment Package; Other FF&E
$50,000 – $65,000
Start-up Supplies & Esthetic Products
$16,000 – $19,000
Retail Opening Inventory
$9,000 – $11,000
Marketing and Other Opening-Related Expenditures
$10,000 – $10,000
Professional and Accounting Fees
$2,000 – $5,000
Security Deposit and Rent – 3 months of operation
$8,000 – $20,000
Insurance – 3 months
$2,000 – $3,000
Business Licenses and Permits
$500 – $1,000
Additional Funds – 3 months
$20,000 – $70,000
TOTAL
$335,000 – $524,000
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Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$50,000 – $50,000
Project Management Fee
$11,500 – $11,500
Your Travel Expenses - Corporate Training
$1,500 – $5,000
Reimbursement of our Travel Expenses - Initial On-Site Training
$3,500 – $6,500
Architecture, MEP Engineering and Design
$11,000 – $20,000
Construction and Leasehold Improvements
$125,000 – $210,000
Signage Package and Signage Permit(s)
$15,000 – $17,000
Furniture and Equipment Package; Other FF&E
$50,000 – $65,000
Start-up Supplies & Esthetic Products
$16,000 – $19,000
Retail Opening Inventory
$9,000 – $11,000
Marketing and Other Opening-Related Expenditures
$10,000 – $10,000
Professional and Accounting Fees
$2,000 – $5,000
Security Deposit and Rent – 3 months of operation
$8,000 – $20,000
Insurance – 3 months
$2,000 – $3,000
Business Licenses and Permits
$500 – $1,000
Additional Funds – 3 months
$20,000 – $70,000
TOTAL
$335,000 – $524,000
Franchise Disclosure Document
Below is The Ten Spot's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.
Number of units
The Ten Spot had 4 total units in 2024, of which 3 were franchised-owned and 1 company-owned.
The Ten Spot Franchisor offers a structured set of training programs to ensure franchisees and their teams are prepared to operate successfully. These training programs include both mandatory and optional components, provided at different stages of the franchise lifecycle:
Remote Training This includes instructional and onboarding modules for the Principal Owner and any approved Designated Manager. Delivered online, it may monitor participation and test competency. Completion is required before any further training is scheduled.
Corporate Training This is typically a five-day classroom and hands-on training session for the Principal Owner and Designated Manager. It may take place at corporate headquarters, the franchise location, or another designated site.
Initial On-Site Training Conducted at the franchise location just before opening, this training involves the Principal Owner, Designated Manager, estheticians, and other initial staff. It covers all essential operational procedures and is mandatory.
Territory Protection
The Ten Spot does provide a form of territory protection through what it calls a “Designated Territory,” which is defined upon securing the Premises. Typically, this territory spans a 250-meter radius, although in dense urban settings it may range from two blocks to a mile.
During the term of the Franchise Agreement, the Franchisor agrees not to license or operate another location under the same brand within this designated area. However, The Ten Spot does not grant an exclusive territory.
Franchisees may face competition from other franchisees, company-owned outlets, or other channels under different brands managed by the Franchisor. Additionally, the Franchisor reserves various rights to operate through alternative distribution channels, including mobile services and non-traditional venues, even within a franchisee’s designated area.
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