Who is authorized to provide fitness training at a Fitstop franchise?
Fitstop Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
The only individuals that may actually provide fitness training and instruction (the primary Approved Services) at the Franchised Business (each, an "Authorized Instructor") must: (i) demonstrate that they have all appropriate licenses, certifications or approval to serve as a "Personal Trainer" or equivalent role under the laws and regulations where the Franchised Business is located; and (ii) successfully complete our role-specific training course(s) that are designated to teach and inform a prospective instructor with respect to conducting fitness training and classes in a format and using a curriculum that is consistent with our then-current System standards and specifications (the "Instructor Training" and collectively with subpart (i), the "Instructor Criteria"). As noted more fully in Item 11 of this Disclosure Document, our standard franchise offering assumes and accounts for us providing the System Instructor Training, which is currently provided remotely via an online learning management system (or "LMS"), in connection with up to (5) individuals – including you or, if Franchisee is an entity, its operating principal (or "Franchise Operator") – prior to the opening of your Franchised Business without charging any additional training tuition or fee(s), as detailed more fully in Items 7, 8 and 11 of this Disclosure Document.
Source: Item 16 — RESTRICTIONS ON WHAT THE FRANCHISEE MAY SELL (FDD pages 41–42)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Fitstop's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, only individuals who meet specific criteria can provide fitness training at a Fitstop franchise. These individuals, known as "Authorized Instructors," must first demonstrate that they possess all the necessary licenses, certifications, or approvals to work as a "Personal Trainer" or in an equivalent role, as required by the laws and regulations of the location where the Fitstop franchise operates.
In addition to meeting local legal requirements, prospective instructors must also successfully complete Fitstop's role-specific training course, referred to as "Instructor Training." This training is designed to teach and inform instructors on how to conduct fitness training and classes in a manner that aligns with Fitstop's current system standards and curriculum. The Instructor Training is typically provided remotely through an online learning management system.
Fitstop's standard franchise offering includes Instructor Training for up to five individuals, including the franchisee or, if the franchisee is an entity, its operating principal, before the franchise opens. This training is provided without any additional tuition or fees. Franchisees must ensure that anyone providing fitness training or instruction at their Fitstop location has completed the Instructor Training and meets all other criteria to be an Authorized Instructor, as outlined in the manuals or in writing by Fitstop.