According to Chatime's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must pay a non-refundable initial training fee of $5,000 for each Franchise Agreement. This fee covers two weeks of initial training for up to four attendees, conducted by one or two of Chatime's representatives.

In addition to the initial training fee, franchisees are responsible for covering the reasonable accommodations, meals, and travel expenses for themselves and their employees attending the training. Chatime estimates these travel and living expenses to be around $200 per person per day. This cost is separate from the $5,000 training fee paid to Chatime.

The initial training fee is a standard practice in the franchise industry, intended to offset the costs Chatime incurs in providing comprehensive training to new franchisees. This training is crucial for ensuring that franchisees understand Chatime's operational procedures, service standards, and brand values, which are all vital for maintaining consistency across all franchise locations.