Is successful completion of the Initial Training mandatory for a Zoomin Groomin franchisee?
Zoomin_Groomin Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
We will provide you a three (3) day Initial Training course. The Initial Training course will cover fundamental skills necessary to perform the Services. We presently offer this training live in Virginia Beach, VA, but may offer it in other locations, or via interactive video conference or webinar at our choosing. We offer Initial Training once per month and you should complete Initial Training within 60 days of the Effective Date. Successful completion of the Initial Training is mandatory and must be completed at least one week prior to opening the business. We do not charge for training, but you must pay any travel, transportation, lodging, and meal costs you incur to attend.
Source: Item 9 — 01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (FDD pages 68–156)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Zoomin Groomin Franchise Disclosure Document, successful completion of the Initial Training is mandatory for franchisees and any General Manager working for them. This training must be completed at least one week before the franchisee can begin operating their Zoomin Groomin franchise business.
Zoomin Groomin provides a three-day Initial Training course that covers the fundamental skills necessary to perform the services offered by the franchise. The training is currently offered live in Virginia Beach, VA, but may be offered in other locations or via interactive video conference or webinar at Zoomin Groomin's discretion. Zoomin Groomin offers this training once per month, and franchisees should complete it within 60 days of the effective date of their franchise agreement.
While Zoomin Groomin does not charge for the Initial Training itself, franchisees are responsible for covering their own travel, transportation, lodging, and meal costs to attend the training. Additionally, Zoomin Groomin may require franchisees to attend advanced or refresher training, either electronically or in person.