If a Bft franchisee appoints a Designated Manager, what two requirements must that individual meet before assuming management responsibility at the Studio?
Bft Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
In the event you are the owner of multiple Studios or otherwise wish to appoint a third-party individual to manage the day-to-day operations of your Studio, then that individual (a "Designated Manager") must (a) attend and complete at least the Designated Manager Training Module (and, if he/she wishes to provide the Approved Services, the Pre-Opening Instructor Training described below in this Item) to our satisfaction, and (b) otherwise be approved by us, before assuming any management responsibility at your Studio (Franchise Agreement, Sections 5.5 and 6.2).
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND TRAINING (FDD pages 37–50)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bft's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if a franchisee chooses to appoint a Designated Manager to oversee the daily operations of their studio, that individual must fulfill two specific requirements before taking on any management duties.
First, the Designated Manager is required to attend and successfully complete at least the Designated Manager Training Module to Bft's satisfaction. Second, Bft must approve the Designated Manager. These stipulations are in place to ensure that anyone managing a Bft studio is adequately trained in Bft's operational standards and has been vetted by the company.
This requirement ensures that the Designated Manager is well-prepared to uphold Bft's standards and protect the brand's reputation. The franchisee bears the responsibility of ensuring their Designated Manager meets these requirements before they begin managing the studio.