What materials are included in the unregistered copyrights owned by Punch King Fitness?

According to Punch King Fitness's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, the company possesses unregistered copyrights for specific materials. These include the Punch King Fitness Operating Manual, along with all printed, audiovisual, and other materials developed and distributed for use by both franchisees and the company itself. These items are collectively referred to as "Proprietary Information." The FDD also clarifies that information not protected by copyright but considered confidential, such as details about Punch King Fitness's methods, policies, and marketing programs, also falls under the umbrella of Proprietary Information.

For a prospective Punch King Fitness franchisee, this means that the Operating Manual and various training and marketing materials are protected by unregistered copyrights. While Punch King Fitness does not have registered copyrights, they still retain rights to these materials. Franchisees are expected to use these materials in accordance with the franchise agreement and to protect their confidentiality.

It is important to note that Punch King Fitness retains the right to modify these copyrighted materials. If they do so, franchisees are obligated to discontinue using the previous versions at their own expense. Franchisees will not acquire any interest in the Proprietary Information and must return it upon termination of the Franchise Agreement.