What is the classroom training time for Review and Load Trailer during the Boulder Designs initial training?
Boulder_Designs Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
ITIAL TRAINING PROGRAM
| Subject1 | Classroom Training1,2 | On-the-job Training2 | Location / Instructor(s)3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 3 Totals | 3.75 hours | 4.25 hours | |
| Photoshop Training Proof | 2.0 | Our headquarters in Waco, TX or | |
| Presentations | other site as we may designate | ||
| Sales, Lead Generation, and | 2.5 | Our headquarters in Waco, TX or | |
| Tradeshows | other site as we may designate | ||
| Social Media/Digital | 1.5 | Our headquarters in Waco, TX or | |
| Marketing | other site as we may designate | ||
| Business Planning and | 2.0 | Our headquarters in Waco, TX or | |
| Expectations | other site as we may designate | ||
| Day 4 Totals | 8.0 hours | 0 hours | |
| Hands on Training in our | 3.0 | Our headquarters in Waco, TX or | |
| Facility | other site as we may designate | ||
| Overview of Techniques | 1.0 | Our headquarters in Waco, TX or | |
| Learned | other site as we may designate | ||
| Business Planning and | 1.0 | Our headquarters in Waco, TX or | |
| Expectations | other site as we may designate | ||
| Equipment/Trailer Safety | 1.0 | Our headquarters in Waco, TX or other site as we may designate | |
| Graduation | .5 | Our headquarters in Waco, TX or other site as we may designate | |
| Review and Load Trailer | 1.0 | Our headquarters in Waco, TX or other site as we may designate | |
| Day 5 Totals | 4.5 hours | 3.0 hours | |
| Total Training Time | 18.75 hours | 20.75 hours | |
| Subject 1 | Hrs. |
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS, AND TRAINING (FDD pages 24–32)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Boulder Designs' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the classroom training time for Review and Load Trailer is 1.0 hours. This training is part of the Day 5 curriculum, which totals 4.5 hours of classroom training and 3.0 hours of on-the-job training. The training takes place at Boulder Designs' headquarters in Waco, TX, or at another designated site.
This specific training module is designed to equip franchisees with the knowledge and skills necessary to properly review and load trailers, ensuring safe and efficient transportation of Boulder Designs products. The initial training program is approximately five business days, and franchisees, along with their internal managers, must attend and complete it to the franchisor's satisfaction. The total classroom training time during the initial training is 18.75 hours, while the total on-the-job training time is 20.75 hours.
Prospective franchisees should note that the time frames provided are estimates and may vary depending on individual backgrounds and experience. Completing the training package requirements is a factor that may affect the time between signing the Franchise Agreement and beginning operations. The initial training fee is $12,000, which covers the franchisee and their initial manager. Failing to complete the training successfully may result in deductions from the initial training fee.