What page discusses maintenance, appearance, and remodeling requirements for a Goldfish Swim School franchise?
Goldfish_Swim_School Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Chapter 1: General Information | 14 |
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15 16 |
| Chapter 2: The Brand | 18 |
| The Goldfish Swim School Story | 19 |
| 2. The Brand | 20 |
| 2.1. The Brand Vision | |
| 2.2. The Brand Mission | |
| 3. The Brand Core Values 3.1. The Brand Identity Guide | 21 |
| 3.1. The Brand Identity Guide | 21 |
| Chapter 3: The Franchise Relationship | 22 |
| 1. The Goldfish Swim School Franchise Defined | 23 |
| 1.1. Modifications of the System | |
| 2. The Franchisee/Franchisor Relationship | 24 |
| 2.1. Independent Contractor | |
| 2.3. You Are the CEO of This Business | |
| 3. Our Responsibilities | 26 |
| 3.1. Pre-opening Obligations | |
| 3.2. Opening Assistance | |
| 3.3. Continuing Obligations | 27 |
| 4. Your Obligations | 28 |
| 4.1. Participation in the Business | |
| 4.2. Compliance | 28 28 |
| 4.2.2. Compliance with the Law | |
| 4.2.3 .Payment of Fees | 29 |
| 4.2.4. Taxes | |
| 4.2.5 .Confidentiality | |
| 4.3. Premises | 29 |
| 4.3.1.Opening Approval | |
| 4.3.3.Computers, Software & Technology | |
| 4.4. Advertising and Promotion | |
| 4.5. Training | |
| 4.6. Ongoing Training | |
| 4.7. Use of Marks & Proprietary Information | 31 |
| 4.8. Insurance | |
| 4.8.1.Proof of Insurance | |
| 4.9. Approved Products & Services | |
| 4.10. Approved Products & Services | |
| 4.11. Variances | |
| 4.11.1.Requesting New Products & Suppliers | 33 |
| 4.12.Books, Records and Reports | 34 |
| 4.13. Audits & Inspections | |
| 4.13.1.Financial Audits | |
| 5. Maintenance, Appearance and Remodeling Requirements | 36 |
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 76–77)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Goldfish Swim School FDD, the requirements for maintenance, appearance, and remodeling are detailed on page 36 of the Franchise Operations Manual. This section is part of Chapter 3, which outlines the franchise relationship and specifically addresses the obligations of the franchisee.
This means that franchisees must adhere to the standards set by Goldfish Swim School for maintaining the physical condition and aesthetic appeal of their swim school. These standards likely cover aspects such as cleanliness, facility upkeep, and periodic updates or renovations to keep the school aligned with the brand's image. Franchisees should carefully review this section to understand the full scope of these requirements and the associated costs.
Understanding these requirements is crucial for budgeting and operational planning. Franchisees need to factor in the costs of regular maintenance, repairs, and any required remodeling to ensure they can meet Goldfish Swim School's standards throughout the term of their franchise agreement. Failure to comply with these standards could potentially lead to penalties or impact the franchisee's ability to renew their agreement.