Is an Aira Fitness franchisee permitted to assign or sublease any part of the Pod without written consent?
Aira_Fitness Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- (e) No Assignment or Sublease by Franchisee. FRANCHISEE SHALL NOT ASSIGN OR IN ANY WAY DISPOSE OF ALL OR ANY PART OF ITS RIGHTS OR OBLIGATIONS UNDER THIS LEASE OR ENTER INTO ANY SUBLEASE OF ALL OR ANY PART OF THE POD WITHOUT THE PRIOR WRITTEN CONSENT OF FRANCHISOR'S AFFILIATE. ANY ATTEMPTED ASSIGNMENT IN BREACH OF THIS PROVISION SHALL BE NULL AND VOID.
Source: Item 23 — **RECEIPTS (FDD pages 59–254)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Aira Fitness Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are not permitted to assign or sublease any part of the Pod without prior written consent from Franchisor's Affiliate.
This restriction means that an Aira Fitness franchisee cannot transfer their rights or obligations under the lease, nor can they allow another party to use the Pod, without first obtaining permission. This provision protects the interests of Franchisor's Affiliate by ensuring that the franchisee remains responsible for the Pod and that any potential assignee or sublessee is vetted and approved.
Failure to obtain written consent before assigning or subleasing any part of the Pod constitutes a breach of the lease agreement, potentially leading to penalties or termination of the franchise agreement. Therefore, it is crucial for franchisees to adhere to this requirement and seek approval before making any such arrangements.