What expenses is the franchisee responsible for regarding the general manager's training for an Aira Fitness franchise?
Aira_Fitness Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- (9) There is no separate training fee payable to us, as initial training is included in the Initial Franchise Fee.
You must make arrangements and pay the expenses for your general manager to attend our training program, including wages.
See Item 11 for more information on training.
The amount you spend will depend, in part, on the general manager's hourly wage and how long it takes the general manager to complete the online training.
While you are not required to attend in-person training, if you or the general manager visits us in McHenry, Illinois, you will be responsible for all travel costs.
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT YOUR ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT FITNESS CENTER LOCATION (FDD pages 24–31)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Aira Fitness's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, while there is no separate training fee, the franchisee is responsible for covering certain expenses for their general manager to attend the training program. These expenses include the general manager's wages during the training period. The amount spent on wages will depend on the general manager's hourly wage and the time it takes to complete the online training.
If either the franchisee or the general manager chooses to visit Aira Fitness in McHenry, Illinois, they will be responsible for all travel costs associated with the visit. This includes transportation, accommodation, and any other related expenses.
Prospective franchisees should consider these costs when budgeting for their initial investment. It is important to factor in the general manager's wage rate and the estimated time for training completion to accurately estimate the training-related expenses. Additionally, franchisees should evaluate the potential benefits of in-person training against the travel costs to make an informed decision.