What is the role of the online learning management system (LMS) in Fitstop's Instructor Training?
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 1 — THE FRANCHISOR, AND ANY PARENTS, PREDECESSORS, AND AFFILIATES (FDD pages 7–9)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Fitstop's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, the online learning management system (LMS) is used to deliver the System Instructor Training remotely. This training is designed to teach prospective instructors how to conduct fitness training and classes that align with Fitstop's current system standards and specifications.
Fitstop's standard franchise offering includes this System Instructor Training for up to five individuals, including the franchisee or the operating principal if the franchisee is an entity, without any additional tuition or fees. This training is provided before the opening of the franchised business.
To become an Authorized Instructor at a Fitstop franchise, individuals must demonstrate they have the appropriate licenses, certifications, or approvals to serve as a Personal Trainer (or equivalent role) under local laws and regulations. They must also successfully complete Fitstop's role-specific Instructor Training. This ensures that all instructors meet the brand's standards and are qualified to deliver Fitstop's fitness programs.