Does Fitstop reserve the right to change the method of providing instructional training to Authorized Instructors?
Fitstop Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
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- We may provide instructional training to Authorized Instructors that you wish to appoint amongst your personnel and that will be authorized to provide the Approved Services at your location, consistent with our then-current System standards and specifications as we set forth in the Manual or otherwise in writing which, as of the Issue Date, we expect and intend to provide remotely and reserve the right to charge our then-current Training Fee to provide to any Authorized Instructor beyond the Initial Instructor Team note
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS, AND TRAINING (FDD pages 24–35)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Fitstop's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, Fitstop retains the right to modify how they provide instructional training to Authorized Instructors. Specifically, Fitstop may provide instructional training to Authorized Instructors that franchisees wish to appoint to provide services at their location. As of the FDD's issue date, Fitstop expects and intends to provide this training remotely. However, Fitstop explicitly reserves the right to change this method.
Fitstop may charge a training fee for any Authorized Instructor beyond the initial instructor team. As of the issue date of the FDD, this fee is currently $1,500. This implies that while the initial training method is expected to be remote, Fitstop could potentially require in-person training in the future, which could increase costs for the franchisee due to travel and accommodation expenses.
This flexibility allows Fitstop to adapt its training methods to ensure consistency and quality across all franchise locations. However, it also introduces a degree of uncertainty for franchisees, who may need to adjust their budgets and schedules to accommodate changes in the training format. Prospective franchisees should inquire about the likelihood and potential implications of changes to the training methods during their due diligence process.