According to the Fitstop agreement, what must a franchisee not do with the Fitstop Franchise System?
Fitstop Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
You must not disparage us or any of our other franchisees on social media and must not post anything to social media that brings harm or disrepute to the Franchise System.
Doing so is a material breach of this Agreement.
- 12.4.8 No Vending/Gaming Machines or Other Equipment at the Premises. You must not install at the Premises vending machines, newspaper racks, juke boxes, gum or candy machines, games, rides, phone boxes or any other type of machine without our prior written approval.
You may accept business and inquiries from prospective and existing members and customers (each, a "Member") via your Franchised Business, provided you: (i) only provide the Approved Services and Approved Products at and from the Premises, unless we agree otherwise in a separately-signed agreement; and (ii) do not market the Franchised Business or otherwise solicit any potential customers or members outside of your Designated Territory.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 50–135)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to the 2024 Fitstop Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are restricted from certain activities to protect the brand and maintain system standards. Specifically, Fitstop franchisees must not disparage Fitstop or any of its other franchisees on social media, and they must not post anything that could harm or bring disrepute to the Fitstop Franchise System. Doing so constitutes a material breach of the Franchise Agreement.
Fitstop franchisees also cannot install vending machines, newspaper racks, juke boxes, gum or candy machines, games, rides, phone boxes, or any other type of machine at their premises without prior written approval from Fitstop. This restriction ensures that the Fitstop location maintains a consistent image and service offering.
Furthermore, Fitstop franchisees are limited in their ability to market or solicit potential customers outside of their designated territory. They may only provide approved services and products at and from their approved premises, unless Fitstop agrees otherwise in writing. This territorial restriction is designed to prevent conflicts between franchisees and to ensure that each franchisee can focus on developing their local market. These restrictions are typical in franchising to maintain brand consistency and protect the interests of all franchisees within the system.