Does the Aira Fitness franchise agreement require compliance with standards for the appearance and dress of employees?
Aira_Fitness Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You further agree to comply with all required System specifications, standards and operating procedures (whether contained in the Manual or any other written communication) relating to the appearance, function, cleanliness, operation and promotion of an Aira Fitness Business including, without limitation (i) sales and marketing procedures and customer service; (ii) advertising and promotional programs; (iii) member loyalty and rewards programs; (iv) layout, décor and color scheme of the Aira Fitness Business; (v) appearance and dress of employees; (vi) safety, maintenance, appearance, cleanliness, sanitation, standards of service, and operation of the Aira Fitness Business; (vii) submission of requests for approval of brands of products, supplies and suppliers; (viii) use and illumination of signs, posters, displays, standard formats and similar items; (ix) use of audio equipment and type and decibel levels of music; (x) use of video equipment and type and decibel level of television broadcasts (including closed captioning requirements); (xi) types of fixtures, furnishings, and equipment; and (xii) the make, type, location and decibel level of any game, entertainment or vending machine (and restrictions against the use of gaming, entertainment or vending machines).
Source: Item 23 — **RECEIPTS (FDD pages 59–254)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Aira Fitness Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must comply with Aira Fitness system standards and operating procedures, which include standards relating to the appearance and dress of employees. These standards are detailed in the Aira Fitness manual or other written communications.
This means that as an Aira Fitness franchisee, you are obligated to ensure that your employees adhere to the dress code and appearance guidelines established by Aira Fitness. These standards are designed to maintain a consistent brand image and customer experience across all Aira Fitness locations.
The standards exist to protect Aira Fitness's interests in the system and marks. Aira Fitness retains the right to determine if a franchisee is meeting the required standards and whether any alternative to recommendations or guidelines is suitable. Franchisees must adhere to these standards to remain in compliance with the franchise agreement.