When does the minimum monthly performance requirement begin for an Aira Fitness franchise?
Aira_Fitness Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Beginning on the one-year anniversary of opening for business, you must, at all times, have at least 150 members ("Minimum Membership Requirement").
If, during your second year of operation and thereafter, you do not maintain the Minimum Membership Requirement for 2 consecutive months, we may: (1) require your Principal and General Managers we determine to attend additional training programs; or (2) provide on-site assistance and consultation at your expense.
If we provide any additional training, assistance or consultation, you must cover all costs and expenses for such training, assistance or consultation.
Source: Item 23 — **RECEIPTS (FDD pages 59–254)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Aira Fitness's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must meet a minimum membership requirement starting one year after opening their business. This means that after the first 12 months of operation, an Aira Fitness franchise is expected to maintain a minimum of 150 members.
If an Aira Fitness franchise fails to maintain the minimum membership of 150 for two consecutive months during its second year or any subsequent year, the franchisor has the right to intervene. The franchisor may require the franchisee's Principal and General Managers to attend additional training programs or provide on-site assistance and consultation. The franchisee is responsible for covering all costs and expenses associated with any additional training, assistance, or consultation provided by Aira Fitness.
This requirement highlights the importance of effective marketing and operational strategies to attract and retain members from the outset. Franchisees should focus on building a strong membership base within the first year to avoid potential penalties or intervention from the franchisor. The ongoing membership requirement underscores the need for sustained effort in member acquisition and retention to ensure the long-term success of the Aira Fitness franchise.