Is there a tuition or training fee charged by Bft for the Initial Training Program for the franchisee, Operating Principal, or Designated Manager?
Bft Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
We do not charge a tuition or training fee for you or your designated trainees (you or your Operating Principal and Designated Manager (if appropriate)) to attend the Initial Training Program, provided these individuals attend the Initial Training Program at the same time and otherwise complete such training prior to your Studio's Soft Opening. You will be responsible for the costs and expenses associated with these individuals attending our Initial Training Program (Franchise Agreement, Section 5.5). The Initial Training Program uses the Learning Management System and other written materials as training materials.
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, Bft does not charge a tuition or training fee for the franchisee, Operating Principal, and Designated Manager to attend the Initial Training Program. This is provided that these individuals attend the Initial Training Program at the same time and complete the training before the Studio's Soft Opening. However, the franchisee is responsible for covering the costs and expenses associated with these individuals attending the Initial Training Program.
In addition to the Initial Training Program, Bft also provides Pre-Opening Instructor Training for individuals who will provide approved services at the studio. This training includes approximately 17 hours of online instruction and 16 hours of in-studio training, totaling 33 hours. An additional 8 hours are required for Head Coaches.
Bft may also require the franchisee, Operating Principal, and Designated Manager to attend up to five days of additional training each year at a designated training facility, for which Bft will not charge a training fee. However, if the franchisee requests additional or refresher training, Bft may charge a training fee based on the number of days of training provided. The franchisee is responsible for the costs and expenses associated with attending any additional training.