Can Fitstop require additional training?
Fitstop Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
harge our then-current Training Fee for such Instructor Training.
- 4.5 If, at any time, you request or we determine that you require any additional training beyond what this Agreement describes herein, we will provide at our then-current training fee (our "Training Fee") for the kind of training or instruction requested by you or required hereunder (collectively, the "Additional Training"), which will be set forth and updated in the Manual(s) from time to time as we determine appropirate.
- 4.6 We may convene seminars and supplementary trainings for the network of franchisees whenever we reasonably consider it necessary or appropriate. The location, agenda, duration, and all procedures and formats of each seminar and supplementary training are determined by us. You and your General Manager must attend all seminars and supplementary trainings and you are solely responsible for the payment of all fees and costs related to seminars and supplementary trainings.
- 4.7 We may convene meetings, conferences and annual conventions for franchisees or groups of franchisees. We will determine the location, agenda, duration and all procedures and formats of each meeting, conference and annual convention. We will give you reasonable written notice of meetings, conferences and annual conventions.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 50–135)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Fitstop's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, Fitstop can require franchisees to participate in additional training. Fitstop may determine that a franchisee requires additional training beyond the initial training outlined in the agreement. If Fitstop deems it necessary, they will provide this additional training at their current training fee, referred to as the "Training Fee." The specifics of this additional training, including the content and cost, will be detailed and updated in Fitstop's manuals.
Fitstop also has the option to organize seminars and supplementary training sessions for all franchisees within the network, provided they reasonably consider it necessary or appropriate. Fitstop determines the location, schedule, duration, procedures, and format for these seminars and supplementary training sessions. Franchisees and their general managers are obligated to attend these events.
Franchisees are responsible for covering all expenses related to training, including travel, accommodation, compensation, and other costs incurred by themselves, their general manager, and other personnel. These expenses apply to initial training, supplementary training, seminars, meetings, conferences, and annual conventions. It's important to note that all fees and charges associated with these training events are non-refundable.