When is the initial advertising contribution to the media fund due for a Stretch Zone franchise?
Stretch_Zone Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Expenditure | Amount | Method of Payment | When Due | Column 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| To Whom Payment Is To Be Made | |||||
| Initial Advertising | $500 | Lump Sum | On signing the | Us | |
| Contribution to | Franchise | ||||
| Media Fund17 | Agreement |
- 17 Contribution to Media Fund. You must make an initial Advertising Contribution to the Media Fund when your location opens. This Advertising Contribution will be deducted from your ClubReady Remittances.
Source: Item 6 — ITEM -6 OTHER FEES (FDD pages 16–33)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Stretch Zone Franchise Disclosure Document, an initial advertising contribution to the media fund is required. The FDD states that this contribution is due when the franchisee's location opens. The amount of this initial advertising contribution is $500, which is paid as a lump sum. This contribution will be deducted from ClubReady remittances.
ClubReady is the payment system used by Stretch Zone. Franchisees are required to open a separate operating account with a bank for their Stretch Zone business. All royalty fees, technology fees, and other invoices, including media fund contributions, are paid from remittances from members deposited into this operating account via ClubReady.
This means that as a Stretch Zone franchisee, you need to budget for this $500 payment when planning your initial expenses. It's important to ensure that your ClubReady setup is in place and functioning correctly by your opening date to facilitate these deductions. This initial advertising contribution is separate from any ongoing advertising or marketing expenses you may incur to promote your Stretch Zone location.