Does Aira Fitness require franchisees to enter into maintenance contracts for the Pod?
Aira_Fitness Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Affirmative Covenants of Franchisee.
- (a) Maintenance. Franchisee shall maintain the Pod in good repair, condition and working order, and shall furnish any and all parts, mechanisms, and devices required to keep the Pod in good repair, condition and working order, at the sole cost and expense of Franchisee. Franchisee, at its sole expense, shall enter into and maintain in force, for the term of each Schedule, any maintenance contracts required by the manufacturer of the Pod, and shall provide to Franchisor's Affiliate a copy of such contract and all supplements thereto. If Franchisee enters into such maintenance contract with a party other than the manufacturer of the Pod, Franchisee shall, at its sole expense, have the manufacturer recertify the Pod at the expiration of this Lease or any renewals or extensions thereof. The term of this Lease shall continue upon the same terms and conditions until such recertification has been obtained.
Source: Item 23 — **RECEIPTS (FDD pages 59–254)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Aira Fitness's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are required to maintain the Pod in good condition and working order, covering all associated costs. Specifically, Aira Fitness mandates that franchisees enter into and maintain maintenance contracts for the Pod for the term of each Schedule, as required by the manufacturer. Franchisees must provide a copy of this contract, including any supplements, to Aira Fitness's affiliate.
If the franchisee chooses a maintenance contract with a party other than the Pod's manufacturer, they are responsible for having the manufacturer recertify the Pod at their own expense upon the lease's expiration or any renewals. The lease term continues until this recertification is obtained. This ensures that the equipment meets the manufacturer's standards throughout the lease period, regardless of who performs the maintenance.
This requirement ensures that the Pod is properly maintained, which can help to minimize downtime and extend its lifespan. However, it also adds to the franchisee's operating costs, as they must budget for these maintenance contracts and potential recertification fees. Franchisees should carefully consider these costs when evaluating the financial feasibility of an Aira Fitness franchise.