What factors determine how often Gokhale Method training is held?
Gokhale_Method Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
training:
Training is held during various intervals during the year depending on our need to train new franchisees. The instructional material may consist of our Teachers Manual or Policy Statements, scripts, images, checklists, demonstrations, practice and quizzes. Currently Esther Gokhale conducts the training; she has been teaching postural methods for health improvement since at least 1992. The cost of Initial Training is included in the $4,000 franchise fee. You must pay food and lodging expenses in connection with attendance at Immersion Week.
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS, AND TRAINING (FDD pages 18–23)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to the 2024 Gokhale Method Franchise Disclosure Document, the frequency of training sessions depends on the franchisor's need to train new franchisees. The training is held at various intervals throughout the year. The initial training includes an Immersion Week, participation in at least twelve teacher webinars, self-study of the Gokhale Foundations course script and materials, and teaching the full six-lesson Gokhale Foundations course in a one-on-one setting to two separate practice students.
In addition to the initial training, Gokhale Method franchisees are required to attend additional training and refresher courses. This includes attending the Annual Meeting or an approved alternative continuing education program, as well as participating in teacher webinars. The franchisor also reserves the right to add new continuing education requirements if they introduce new approved formats or continuing education programs.
Prospective franchisees should note that failure to complete the initial training and qualify to teach within six months of attending the Immersion Week may result in the termination of the Franchise Agreement. This highlights the importance of actively participating in and completing all required training programs to maintain good standing with the Gokhale Method franchise system. Franchisees should inquire about the typical schedule and frequency of training sessions to plan accordingly.