Can Apricot Lane require a franchisee to attend a training course as a condition of renewal?

According to Apricot Lane's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Apricot Lane can require franchisees to attend a training course as a condition of franchise renewal. This training ensures franchisees are current with store operations, training procedures, and policies.

While there is no additional charge for the training course itself, the franchisee is responsible for all expenses related to travel, lodging, and other living costs while attending the training. This could represent a significant expense for franchisees, especially if the training location is far from their Apricot Lane store.

In addition to attending a training course, there are other conditions for renewal. Franchisees must pay all amounts owed to Apricot Lane and its affiliates before the expiration of the term and not be in default under any agreement with Apricot Lane. They must also execute Apricot Lane's current form of Franchise Agreement, which may have different terms than the original agreement, and comply with Apricot Lane's qualification and training requirements.

If a franchisee does not meet all the renewal conditions, including attending the training course if required, Apricot Lane may refuse to renew the franchise agreement. This underscores the importance of staying compliant with all requirements and maintaining a good relationship with Apricot Lane to ensure the opportunity for renewal.