What pre-opening obligations does Basecamp Fitness have to the franchisee, as outlined in Item 22?
Basecamp_Fitness Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
the manner required under Section 9.A.
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- Following your relocation, we or our designee will conduct a security inspection of the premises to assure all security equipment has been properly installed. You also consent to our amendment of the Rider to indicate the new location and any update to your Protected Territory.
8. OUR PRE-OPENING AND ONGOING OBLIGATIONS/TRAINING
Our pre-opening obligations to you include those set forth in Sections 1, 6.A, 7.A, 8.A to 8.G and 9.
- A. Location. We will provide you with consulting services to assist you in determining the evaluation criteria for selecting the site location for your Basecamp Studio as described above.
- B. Prototype Floor Plan. Before you begin construction of your Basecamp Studio, we will provide you with a prototype floor plan, as well as a list of the equipment, displays, fixtures and furnishings for your studio. It will then be your obligation to conform the prototype plans to your space, and to construct your premises in accordance with the provisions of this Agreement in compliance with all local laws.
- C. Compliance Drawing. Before you begin construction of your Basecamp Studio, we will create a specific studio layout/design for your Basecamp Studio (a "Compliance Drawing"). If, however, you would like additional Compliance Drawing, you must pay us our then-current fee per Drawing.
- D. Construction Documents. You must retain our designated architectural vendor to create a complete set of detailed construction documents and to complete construction of your facility in compliance with our mandatory specifications ("Construction Documents"), and to obtain any required permits, and conform the premises to local ordinances or building codes.
- E. Initial Training. We will, at our expense, provide an initial training program to the person you designate as the "Principal Operator" (whether you, if you are an individual, or one of your owners if you are an entity) of your Basecamp Studio and your Studio Manager. In addition, someone owning a ten percent (10%) or greater interest in your Basecamp Studio and guaranteeing this Agreement (a "Principal Owner"), if other than the Principal Operator, must also attend the training program. The training program will include instruction on basic operating skills and other topics we select. All of these people must attend and complete the initial training program to our satisfaction. This program may be provided in a virtual format, in-person at our corporate offices, or at another location designated by us, in our discretion. If you have more than one Franchise Agreement with us, we may, at our option, provide this training program one (1) time for multiple agreements. All individuals who attend this training program must sign a confidentiality agreement that meets our requirement before they attend and you must provide us a copy of that agreement. The length of the training program will be at our discretion, and will be scheduled by us in our discretion.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 61–62)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Basecamp Fitness's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Item 22 outlines the franchisor's pre-opening obligations to the franchisee. Basecamp Fitness will provide consulting services to assist in determining the evaluation criteria for selecting a site location for the Basecamp Studio. They will also provide a prototype floor plan and a list of required equipment, displays, fixtures, and furnishings before construction begins. Additionally, Basecamp Fitness will create a specific studio layout/design, referred to as a "Compliance Drawing," for the franchisee's studio.
Basecamp Fitness will provide an initial training program, at their expense, to the designated Principal Operator, the Studio Manager, and any Principal Owner (owning 10% or greater interest and guaranteeing the agreement). This training will cover basic operating skills and other selected topics, and all attendees must complete the program to Basecamp Fitness's satisfaction. The training may be provided virtually, in-person at their corporate offices, or at another designated location.
However, Basecamp Fitness is not obligated to provide training or assistance to the franchisee's particular level of satisfaction, but rather based on their experience, knowledge, and judgment. Franchisees must notify Basecamp Fitness in writing within 30 days following the studio opening if they believe any pre-opening services were inadequate; otherwise, the services will be deemed sufficient and satisfactory. It is important for prospective franchisees to understand these obligations and the associated conditions, as well as the limitations of Basecamp Fitness's responsibilities, to ensure they are prepared for the studio launch.