How many in-person training hours are dedicated to Zoomin Groomin's Top 10?
Zoomin_Groomin Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| TRAINING PROGRAM Topic | In Person Training (Hrs) | On-the Job Training (Hrs) | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zoomin Groomin's Top 10 | 0.5 | 0 |
Source: Item 11 — **FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND TRAINING (FDD pages 27–32)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Zoomin Groomin's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the initial training program includes 0.5 hours of in-person training dedicated to Zoomin Groomin's Top 10. This training is part of a broader initial training program that franchisees or their principals must complete to operate a franchise.
The initial training program is held within 60 days of signing the Franchise Agreement. The training location is either in Virginia Beach, another designated training center, or online, at Zoomin Groomin's discretion. While Zoomin Groomin does not charge for the initial training itself, franchisees are responsible for covering their own travel, lodging, transportation, meals, and employee wages during the training period.
The initial training program is supervised by Sandy Stow and Faith Leek, with guest instructors potentially assisting. The training covers various topics, including mission, vision, core values, starting a business, pricing, budgeting, common dog breeds, groomer basics, hiring staff, client relations, social media, and van maintenance. The instructional material includes the Operations Manual, lectures, demonstrations, discussions, practice, and forms.