What is the Training and Technology Fee that a C12 Group franchisee must pay before commencing operations?
C12_Group Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
s were presented on a consolidated basis and all significant intercompany accounts and transactions eliminated.
Revenue Recognition: A majority of the Company's revenues are derived from franchise fees. Franchise agreements generally require the franchisee to pay 1) an initial non-refundable territory fee of $25,000 per franchise unit, 2) a prepaid marketing deposit of $10,000, 3) a training and support fee of $10,000 to $12,500, which is refundable prior to the start of training, 4) continuing fees based upon a percentage of monthly member billings ranging from 12% to 30%, and 5) a new member registration fee ranging from $300-500. Franchise agreements are renewed annually with no additional charges.
Source: Item 5 — INITIAL FEES (FDD pages 11–12)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to C12 Group's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a new franchisee must pay a Training and Technology Fee before commencing operations. Prior to attending Training Week, the franchisee must pay C12 Group a Training and Technology Fee, at which point C12 Group will send the franchisee a C12 Group Area Chair Training Kit.
According to the FDD, the Training and Technology Fee ranges from $10,000 to $12,500. This fee is refundable if training has not yet started.
In addition to the Training and Technology Fee, C12 Group franchisees also pay an initial non-refundable territory fee of $25,000 and a prepaid marketing deposit of $10,000. They also pay continuing fees based on a percentage of monthly member billings, ranging from 12% to 30%, and a new member registration fee ranging from $300-$500.