What is the total training time on Day 5 for a Boulder Designs franchisee?
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 headqua |
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 total training time on Day 5 is broken down into classroom and on-the-job training. The classroom training consists of 4.5 hours, while the on-the-job training is 3.0 hours. This means that a franchisee can expect to spend a total of 7.5 hours in training on Day 5.
The classroom training on Day 5 includes 1.0 hour for an overview of techniques learned, 1.0 hour for business planning and expectations, 1.0 hour for equipment/trailer safety, 0.5 hours for graduation, and 1.0 hour for review and loading the trailer. The 3.0 hours of on-the-job training are dedicated to hands-on training in the facility.
Prospective franchisees should note that the initial training is a crucial part of starting their Boulder Designs business. Failing to complete the training to the franchisor's satisfaction could lead to deductions from the initial training fee. Therefore, it's important to be prepared to dedicate the necessary time and effort to fully engage in the training program.