According to Fitstop, where can I find the Approved Services that I may and must only offer and provide?
Fitstop Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
- 12.4.4 Approved Services. You may and must only offer and provide the Approved Services as we specify in the Manual(s), and not offer or provide other services or product at the Premises or otherwise in connection with Franchised Business unless we agree otherwise in a separate writing.
You shall ensure that the services are promoted and provided in accordance with the Franchise System, the Manual(s), and our written direction from time to time.
You shall market, promote and provide the services in a proper and professional manner, in conformity with any applicable standards and statutory requirements, and other requirements made known to you from time to time by us in writing.
You shall not accept any offer of personal employment or engagement to conduct any services (including any Approved Services) directly or indirectly for a member in contravention
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 50–135)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Fitstop's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, the specific Approved Services that a franchisee may and must offer are detailed in the Manual(s). These services are the only ones franchisees are allowed to provide at the premises or in connection with the Franchised Business, unless Fitstop agrees otherwise in writing.
Fitstop also directs that franchisees must ensure that these services are promoted and provided in accordance with the Franchise System, the Manual(s), and any written directions from Fitstop. Franchisees are expected to market and provide the services professionally, adhering to all applicable standards, statutory requirements, and any other requirements communicated by Fitstop in writing.
This means a prospective Fitstop franchisee needs to carefully review the Manual(s) to understand exactly what services they are obligated to offer. They should also be aware that Fitstop can change the list of Approved Services, so staying updated with any written notices or changes to the Manuals is crucial for compliance and operational planning.