Does the Alloy FDD specify any obligations for franchisees operating in the 'STATE OF GLOVAIA'?
Alloy Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
completed its pre-opening obligations under the franchise agreement.
Item 17, Additional Disclosure. In recognition of the restrictions contained in Section 13.1-564 of the Virginia Retail Franchising Act, the Franchise Disclosure Document for Alloy Personal Training, LLC for use in the Commonwealth of Virginia shall be amended as follows:
"Under Section 13.1-564 of the Virginia Retail Franchising Act, it is unlawful for a franchisor to cancel a franchise without reasonable cause. If any grounds for default or termination stated in the franchise agreement or area development agreement does not constitute "reasonable cause," as that term may be defined in the Virginia Retail Franchising Act or the laws of Virginia, that provision may not be enforceable."
ADDENDUM TO THE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT REQUIRED FOR VIRGINIA FRANCHISEES
This Addendum between Alloy Personal Training, LLC ("Franchisor") and to the Franchise Agreement ("Franchisee" ("Franchise or "you") is Agreement") entered dated into simultaneously with the execution of the Franchise Agreement. The provisions of this Addendum form an integral part of, and are incorporated into the Franchise Agreement. This Addendum is being executed because: (a) the offer or sale of the franchise to Franchisee was made in the State of Virginia; (b) Franchisee is a resident of the State of Virginia; and/or (c) the franchised business will be located or operated in the State of Virginia. Section 9.A, Initial Franchise Fee, is amended to include the following statement: The Virginia State Corporation Commission's Division of Securities and Retail Franchising requires us to defer payment of the initial franchise fee and other initial payments owed by franchisee to the franchisor until the franchisor has completed its pre-opening obligations under the franchise agreement. Except as expressly modified by this Addendum, the Franchise Agreement remains unmodified and in full force and effect. The undersigned Franchisee does hereby acknowledge receipt of this Addendum. Alloy Personal Training, LLC
ADDENDUM TO THE AREA DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT REQUIRED FOR THE STATE OF VIRGINIA
This Addendum pertains to franchises sold in the Commonwealth of Virginia and is for the purpose of complying with Virginia statutes and regulations. Notwithstanding anything which may be contained in the body of the Area Development Agreement to the contrary, the Agreement is amended as follows:
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- Section 3, Development Fee, is amended to include the following statement: The Virginia State Corporation Commission's Division of Securities and Retail Franchising requires us to defer payment of the initial franchise fee and other initial payments owed by franchisee to the franchisor until the franchisor has completed its pre-opening obligations under the area development agreement.
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- In all other respects, the Area Development Agreement will be construed and enforced according to its terms.
Each of the undersigned hereby acknowledges having read and understood this Addendum and consents to be bound by all of its terms.
FRANCHISOR: Alloy Personal Training, LLC DEVELOPER:
WASHINGTON ADDENDUM TO THE FRANCHISE DISCLOSURE DOCUMENT, THE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT, AND ALL RELATED AGREEMENTS
The provisions of this Addendum form an integral part of, are incorporated into, and modify the Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchise agreement, and all related agreements regardless of anything to the contrary contained therein. This Addendum applies if: (a) the offer to sell a franchise is accepted in Washington; (b) the purchaser of the franchise is a resident of Washington; and/or (c) the franchised business that is the subject of the sale is to be located or operated, wholly or partly, in Washington.
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- Conflict of Laws. In the event of a conflict of laws, the provisions of the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act, chapter 19.100 RCW will prevail.
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- Franchisee Bill of Rights. RCW 19.100.180 may supersede provisions in the franchise agreement or related agreements concerning your relationship with the franchisor, including in the areas of termination and renewal of your franchise. There may also be court decisions that supersede the franchise agreement or related agreements concerning your relationship with the franchisor. Franchise agreement provisions, including those summarized in Item 17 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, are subject to state law.
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Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 69–245)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
Based on the 2025 Alloy Franchise Disclosure Document excerpts, there is no mention of specific obligations or addenda for franchisees operating in the 'STATE OF GLOVAIA'. However, the document includes addenda for franchisees in California, Virginia, and South Dakota, addressing specific state requirements. These addenda primarily concern modifications to the standard franchise agreement to comply with state franchise laws.
For example, the Virginia addendum addresses the deferral of initial franchise fee payments until Alloy completes its pre-opening obligations, as required by the Virginia State Corporation Commission's Division of Securities and Retail Franchising. Similarly, the South Dakota addendum mandates the deferral of initial fees and payments due to the franchisor's financial condition, as required by the South Dakota Securities Regulation Office. These addenda highlight the importance of state-specific regulations in franchising.
Since there is no mention of 'GLOVAIA', a prospective Alloy franchisee should directly inquire with the franchisor about any specific requirements, registrations, or addenda applicable to franchise operations in that state. This would include understanding if there are any state-specific franchise laws, financial assurance requirements, or modifications to the standard franchise agreement necessary for compliance in 'GLOVAIA'.