Is there a charge for the opening assistance provided by Fly Fitness?
Fly_Fitness Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
- 7.3.
Opening Assistance.
At the opening of the Franchised Business, Franchisor shall provide Franchisee with opening assistance by a trained representative of Franchisor.
The trainer will provide on-site opening training, supervision, and assistance to Franchisee for five (5) days at no charge to Franchisee.
- 7.4.
Additional Training.
Franchisor may offer mandatory and/or optional additional training programs from time to time.
If required by Franchisor, Franchisee, or Franchisee's principals shall participate in the following additional training:
(i) on-going training for up to three (3) days per year, at a location designated by Franchisor.
(ii) a national business meeting or annual convention for up to three (3) days per year, at a location designated by Franchisor.
Franchisor reserves the right to impose a reasonable fee for all additional training programs. Franchisee shall be responsible for any and all incidental expenses incurred
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 44–45)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Fly Fitness's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, Fly Fitness provides opening assistance to franchisees at no charge. Specifically, Fly Fitness will provide a trainer for on-site opening training, supervision, and assistance for five days without any additional fees to the franchisee.
This is a notable benefit for new franchisees as it reduces initial costs and provides direct support during the critical opening phase. The on-site assistance can help ensure that the franchise location starts operations smoothly and in accordance with Fly Fitness standards.
Fly Fitness may offer additional training programs that are either mandatory or optional, and they reserve the right to impose a reasonable fee for these additional training programs. The franchisee is responsible for any incidental expenses incurred during additional training.