Under what condition will Big Blue Swim School NOT delay the development or opening of a Big Blue Swim School?
Big_Blue_Swim_School Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
interests of the brand or the franchise network, including for reasons related to lack of sites that meet our criteria, supply chain issues, or our assessment in our sole judgment that you (or your Approved Affiliate) are not yet operationally, managerially, or otherwise prepared (no matter the reason) for the construction, developme
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 76–278)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Big Blue Swim School's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Big Blue Swim School will not delay the development or opening of a swim school if the delay will cause the franchisee to breach their development obligations under the Schedule. However, Big Blue Swim School has the right to extend the Schedule proportionately to account for the delay.
This provision protects the franchisee from incurring penalties or losing their development rights due to delays caused by Big Blue Swim School. It ensures that franchisees are not held responsible for delays outside of their control, such as those related to site selection or supply chain issues.
However, it's important to note that Big Blue Swim School still retains significant discretion in determining whether a delay is necessary and for how long. The franchisor's decision will be based on what they deem is in the best interest of the brand or franchise network. Prospective franchisees should carefully review the development schedule and discuss potential delay scenarios with Big Blue Swim School to fully understand their obligations and the potential impact of delays.