Who is responsible for complying with all applicable laws and regulations for an Aira Fitness franchise?

According to Aira Fitness's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee is solely responsible for complying with all applicable laws and regulations and for obtaining and maintaining all necessary licenses and permits required by public authorities. This includes compliance with national, state, and local regulations that apply to all businesses, such as the Americans With Disabilities Act, wage and hour laws, and business licensing requirements. Franchisees must also comply with data privacy laws, regulations for electronic marketing, and laws related to accepting credit cards, including the Payment Card Industry ("PCI") Data Security Standard ("DSS").

Many states and municipalities have specific laws and regulations for exercise facilities, including those related to membership contracts, operations, and licenses. These may limit the length of customer contracts, require specific provisions in those contracts, prescribe the format or type size for the contract, and/or provide customers the right to terminate their contracts. Some states may also require a bond to protect pre-paid membership fees. Additionally, some jurisdictions may require exercise facilities to have staff present during all hours of operation, potentially certified in cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and to have an automated external defibrillator (AED) and other first aid equipment on the premises.

Given the extensive regulations, Aira Fitness strongly urges prospective franchisees to hire an attorney to review local, state, and federal laws that may affect their operations or impact their operating costs before purchasing the franchise. Compliance with these laws is critical for the Aira Fitness franchisee to avoid potential legal issues and maintain a successful business.