What pricing requirements are unlawful for Basecamp Fitness franchisees in Washington?
Basecamp_Fitness Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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- Prohibitions on Communicating with Regulators. Any provision in the franchise agreement or related agreements that prohibits the franchisee from communicating with or complaining to regulators is inconsistent with the express instructions in the Franchise Disclosure Document and is unlawful under RCW 19.100.180(2)(h).
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 61–62)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Basecamp Fitness's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, specifically the Washington Addendum, certain provisions in the franchise agreement that might dictate pricing or restrict a franchisee's ability to communicate with regulators are superseded by Washington state law.
The Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act (RCW 19.100.180(2)(h)) renders unlawful any provision in the franchise agreement that prohibits a Basecamp Fitness franchisee from communicating with or complaining to regulators. This ensures that franchisees can freely report concerns or violations without fear of reprisal, which is a protection afforded by Washington state law.
This addendum ensures that franchisees operating in Washington are not bound by any franchise agreement clauses that conflict with Washington's franchise laws. This protection is crucial for franchisees as it allows them to operate their Basecamp Fitness studios in compliance with state regulations and seek recourse if they encounter issues or disputes with the franchisor.