Is it mandatory for other individuals responsible for providing Approved Services at the Bft Studio to participate in Pre-Opening Instructor Training?
Bft Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- C. Pre-Opening Instructor Training for Initial and Subsequent Instructors. Every instructor that provides any of the Approved Services at Franchisee's Studio must, prior to providing such instruction, complete the Pre-Opening Instructor Training and related testing, as described in the Learning Management System. The Pre-Opening Instructor Training will typically be provided (a) virtually, (b) on-site at a BFT Studio that is owned by another franchisee, or (c) at the Studio of one of Franchisor's affiliates; however, at least a portion of the Pre-Opening Instructor Training designed to provide individuals with guidelines and information on how to provide the Approved Services in accordance with Franchisor's current System Standards will be held virtually (the "Fundamentals Training Program"). In the event that an instructor completes the Pre-Opening Instructor Training on-site at a BFT Studio, Franchisor reserves the right to review the instructor's testing results before approving that individual to provide Approved Services from the Studio. Franchisor will assess a Training Fee for each trainee for participation in the Pre-Opening Instructor Training, and Franchisee will cover the related costs and expenses associated with all personnel attending and completing the Pre-Opening Instructor Training, including the Fundamentals Training Program. An instructor that has completed the Pre-Opening Instructor Training in its entirety and is authorized to provide Approved Services at Franchisee's Studio is considered an "Authorized Instructor."
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 79–265)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bft's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, it is mandatory for every instructor providing Approved Services at a Bft studio to complete the Pre-Opening Instructor Training and related testing before they start instructing. This training is detailed in the Learning Management System and includes a virtual component called the Fundamentals Training Program.
The Pre-Opening Instructor Training is typically conducted virtually, at another franchisee's Bft studio, or at an affiliate's studio. If the training occurs at another Bft studio, Bft retains the right to review the instructor's test results before approval. The franchisee is responsible for covering all costs and expenses related to their personnel attending this training, including the Fundamentals Training Program. Once an instructor completes the training and is authorized to provide Approved Services, they are considered an "Authorized Instructor."
Bft emphasizes the importance of this training by stating that they may terminate the franchise agreement if unapproved individuals provide the Approved Services. Additionally, Bft requires that at least one individual who has completed the Pre-Opening Instructor Training be present at the studio whenever Approved Services are being offered. Franchisees must ensure that any Pre-Opening Instructor Training held at their studio adheres to System Standards and that all participating individuals successfully complete the program and pass the associated test. Bft retains the right to inspect and audit studio operations to confirm that all required personnel have completed the necessary training and testing.