Does the Aira Fitness franchise agreement specify that the arbitrator must not disregard the terms of the agreement?

According to the 2025 Aira Fitness Franchise Disclosure Document, any disputes arising from the franchise agreement will be settled through binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association (AAA). The arbitration process is designed to be individual, explicitly prohibiting consolidated, common, or class action lawsuits. The arbitration will occur in the Chicago, Illinois metropolitan area.

The agreement specifies that the arbitrator is bound by the terms of the agreement and must follow the law. Additionally, the arbitrator must have a minimum of five years of experience in franchising or franchise law.

However, the arbitrator's authority is limited. They cannot stay the termination of the agreement, award punitive damages, certify a class action, or modify any lawful term of the agreement or any reasonable business performance standard set by Aira Fitness. The arbitrator's decision is final and binding, and a judgment can be entered in any court with jurisdiction.