Does Punch King Fitness retain the right to modify its copyright-protected materials?

According to Punch King Fitness's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, Punch King Fitness retains the right to modify its copyright-protected materials, Operating Manual, advertising materials, and other proprietary documents. This means that Punch King Fitness has the authority to change these materials at any time.

If Punch King Fitness demands, franchisees must discontinue using the copyright-protected materials, Operating Manual, advertising materials, or other proprietary documents at their own cost. Punch King Fitness is not required to reimburse or compensate franchisees for any modification or discontinuation of these materials. This could potentially create additional expenses for franchisees if they need to update their marketing materials or operational procedures to align with the changes implemented by Punch King Fitness.

This is a fairly standard clause in franchise agreements, as franchisors need the flexibility to update their systems and materials to stay competitive and compliant with regulations. However, it's important for prospective franchisees to understand that they bear the cost of implementing these changes and have no recourse for compensation from Punch King Fitness.