What training is required for a Bft Designated Manager who will be providing Approved Services?
Bft Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
for your Studio. If you are purchasing an existing Studio, all required training must be completed prior to your takeover of the operations of the Studio.
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).
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 15 — OBLIGATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE ACTUAL OPERATION OF THE FRANCHISE BUSINESS (FDD pages 56–57)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bft's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if a Designated Manager will be providing Approved Services, they must complete both the Designated Manager Training Module and the Pre-Opening Instructor Training. Bft notes that the Designated Manager must complete these trainings to the franchisor's satisfaction.
The Pre-Opening Instructor Training includes approximately 17 hours of online instruction and 16 hours of in-studio training, totaling about 33 hours. There is an additional 8 hours of training required to become a Head Coach. The Pre-Opening Instructor Training is at least partially provided online.
Bft may also require the Designated Manager to attend Remedial Training of up to five additional days to address any operational inconsistencies or defaults of the Franchise Agreement. The specifics of each training program will be set forth in the Learning Management System.