What is the estimated duration of the in-person training for Red Wagon Club?
Red_Wagon_Club Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
We will provide your Operating Principal and your Designated Manager, if applicable, with an initial training program for the operation of an RWC Business (the "Initial Training Program"). Currently, the Initial Training Program is a combined format of digital and in-person training. The digital training portion will consist of a minimum of 10 weeks of virtual training. The virtual training will include a weekly pre-recorded video, accompanied by a weekly group coaching call. These virtual trainings will be accompanied by a franchisee homework assignment. During the group coaching call, Franchisee will attend the call with other franchisees from various locations. Additionally, Franchisor will provide an individual firm coaching call a minimum of twice per month. The in-person training will occur at our office in Pittsburgh, PA and is estimated to last approximately 3 to 5 days, though we may conduct the in-person sessions virtually or at another location we specify. We may vary the Initial Training Program based on the experience and skill level of the individual(s) attending.
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND TRAINING (FDD pages 24–31)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to the 2024 Red Wagon Club Franchise Disclosure Document, the in-person portion of the Initial Training Program is estimated to last approximately 3 to 5 days. This training takes place at the Red Wagon Club office in Pittsburgh, PA, but the document notes that the franchisor may conduct the in-person sessions virtually or at another location they specify.
The Initial Training Program is a combined format of digital and in-person training. The digital training portion consists of a minimum of 10 weeks of virtual training. This virtual training includes a weekly pre-recorded video, accompanied by a weekly group coaching call. Franchisees will also have homework assignments and individual firm coaching calls a minimum of twice per month.
The Red Wagon Club provides the Initial Training Program to the Operating Principal and Designated Manager at no charge, as it is covered by the Initial Franchise Fee. However, the franchisee is responsible for all expenses associated with attending the Initial Training Program, including wages, travel, lodging, and other accommodations. The Operating Principal and Designated Manager must complete the Initial Training Program to the franchisor's satisfaction prior to opening their Red Wagon Club Business for operations, and within 180 days of signing the Franchise Agreement.