Is the Fitstop Instructor Training program currently provided remotely or in person?

According to Fitstop's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Instructor Training program is currently provided remotely. Franchisees must ensure that any personnel they wish to appoint as Authorized Instructors participate in and successfully complete this remote training program. Additionally, these instructors must attend all portions of the Initial On-Site Training provided to the franchisee and their personnel around the time of the franchise's opening.

Franchisees are responsible for all costs and expenses associated with completing the Remote Training and Initial On-Site Training, including wages for the personnel undergoing training. The FDD also mentions that Fitstop may provide instructional training to Authorized Instructors remotely after the initial training, and they reserve the right to charge a training fee for any Authorized Instructor beyond the initial instructor team, which is currently $1,500.

This means that Fitstop franchisees should budget for both the time their staff spends in remote training and the costs associated with on-site training. The initial and ongoing training structure ensures that instructors are well-versed in Fitstop's methods and standards, maintaining consistency across all franchise locations. The additional training fee for instructors beyond the initial team is an important factor to consider when planning for staff development and growth.