For Aira Fitness, what specific items must franchisees purchase from designated suppliers?
Aira_Fitness Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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You must purchase member management software, key cards for 24/7 access, flooring and turf, decals/stickers,exteriorsignage,fitness equipment, Pods, andbillingand collection services fromsuppliers we designate. Currently, our affiliate Pure Gym Equipment LLC is the only designated supplier for the decals/stickers, Initial Fitness Equipment Package, Pod Package, and all signage.
You must purchase fixtures,furniture, equipment, computer hardware, insurance, the video surveillance system, marketing materials, other products and supplies from approved suppliers and/or that meet our standards and specifications.
Except for the decals/stickers, fitness equipment, Pods, and exterior signage, neither we nor our affiliates currently are designated or approved suppliers for any products or services. Except for Pure Gym Equipment LLC, none of our officers hold an interest in any of our suppliers.
We will provide youwith a listof approved manufacturers, suppliers anddistributors("ApprovedSuppliers List") and approved equipment, signs, stationery,supplies and other items or services necessary to operate the Aira Fitness Business ("Approved Supplies List"). From time to time we, an affiliate or a third party vendor or supplier, may be the only approved supplier for certain products. The Supplies List also may include other specific products without reference to a particular manufacturer, or they may designate the specifications and/or standards for other approved products. We may revise the Approved Suppliers List and Approved Supplies List from time to time. We give you the approved lists as we deem advisable.
Except for instances where we designate a single source supplier, if you wish to purchase any products or services for which we have established approved suppliers from an unapproved supplier, you may request our consent in writing.
Source: Item 8 — **RESTRICTIONS ON SOURCES OF PRODUCTS AND SERVICES (FDD pages 31–33)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Aira Fitness's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are required to purchase specific items from designated suppliers. These include member management software, key cards for 24/7 access, flooring and turf, decals/stickers, exterior signage, fitness equipment, Pods, and billing and collection services. Notably, decals/stickers, the Initial Fitness Equipment Package, the Pod Package, and all signage must be purchased exclusively from Aira Fitness's affiliate, Pure Gym Equipment LLC.
In addition to these designated supplier requirements, franchisees must also purchase fixtures, furniture, equipment, computer hardware, insurance, the video surveillance system, and marketing materials from approved suppliers or those that meet Aira Fitness's standards and specifications. Aira Fitness will provide franchisees with an Approved Suppliers List and an Approved Supplies List, which may be revised periodically. While franchisees can request approval for alternative suppliers, Aira Fitness reserves the right to charge for such approvals in the future, and the supplier may be required to sign a supplier agreement.
This requirement to purchase from designated or approved suppliers is a common practice in franchising, allowing Aira Fitness to maintain quality control and brand consistency across all locations. However, it also means that franchisees have limited flexibility in sourcing these items and may not be able to negotiate better prices or terms with other suppliers. The FDD estimates that these required purchases will account for approximately 75% to 85% of the franchisee's total initial purchases (excluding the franchise fee and other non-goods expenditures) and 5% to 10% of ongoing operating costs (excluding franchise fees, royalties, and other non-goods expenditures).
Prospective franchisees should carefully consider these requirements and the potential impact on their costs and profitability. It is important to review the Approved Suppliers List and Approved Supplies List to understand the available options and pricing. Additionally, franchisees should inquire about the process for requesting approval of alternative suppliers and any associated fees or requirements. Understanding these restrictions and requirements is crucial for making an informed decision about investing in an Aira Fitness franchise.