Where is the initial Fat Shack training program typically conducted?
Fat_Shack Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Initial Training. Before the opening of your FAT SHACK Restaurant, you or your General Manager must attend and complete to our satisfaction the initial training program. This training program is typically conducted no later than 30 days before the opening of your Restaurant. We do not charge you for this training for up to three individuals, although you pay the travel, living expenses and wages for you and all employees who attend the training session.
All training is currently conducted in the Fort Collins, Colorado or Denver, Colorado metro areas, however we may elect to conduct training at another location on a case-by-case basis at our discretion. The training includes classroom training and on-the-job training at our affiliate's FAT SHACK Restaurant in Fort Collins, Colorado unless we agree to hands-on training at another FAT SHACK Restaurant location. The initial training program lasts approximately three to four days.
Source: Item 11 — Franchisor's Assistance, Advertising, Computer Systems, and Training (FDD pages 28–36)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Fat Shack's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the initial training program is typically held in the Fort Collins, Colorado or Denver, Colorado metro areas. However, Fat Shack may choose to conduct the training at another location on a case-by-case basis, at their discretion. The training includes both classroom instruction and on-the-job training at Fat Shack's affiliate restaurant in Fort Collins, Colorado, unless they agree to hands-on training at another Fat Shack location.
For prospective franchisees, this means that you or your general manager will likely need to travel to the Colorado area for the initial training. While the FDD states that Fat Shack does not charge for the training itself for up to three individuals, franchisees are responsible for covering the travel, living expenses, and wages for themselves and any employees attending the training. The initial training program lasts approximately three to four days.
It's important to note that if you are opening your first Fat Shack restaurant, the franchisor also provides up to 30 days of on-site training at your location to assist with the opening. However, this on-site training may be waived if you have previously operated a Fat Shack restaurant. Franchisees should also be aware that they may be required to attend national conventions or local/regional seminars, at their own expense, for additional training.