Pilates Addiction

What are the specific nature and status of the 6 pending litigation cases against the franchisor, and what is the timeline for resolution?

Can you provide details on the 27 termination causes listed in the franchise agreement and clarify which are considered curable versus non-curable defaults?

The monthly technology fee of $850 is above typical for fitness franchises. What specific services and platforms are included, and is this fee subject to increase?

Why does the franchise fee of $65,000 exceed typical industry range for fitness franchises, and what additional value or services justify this premium?

The royalty rate of 8.0% is above the typical 6.0-7.5% range. How does this rate compare to other pilates or fitness franchises you're aware of?

Given that all disputes must be resolved through binding arbitration in Newport Beach, California, what are the estimated costs franchisees have incurred for dispute resolution?

Can you explain the requirement for personal guarantees from all owners and their spouses, and are there circumstances where this requirement can be waived?

The renewal fee is described as 25% of the then-current franchise fee. If the franchise fee increases, what protections exist for franchisees renewing at higher costs?

What specific refurbishment requirements and costs are mandated as conditions for renewal of the franchise agreement?

The minimum performance standard requires $30,000 in average monthly gross sales. What percentage of current franchisees achieve this threshold, and what happens if a franchisee falls below it?

The late payment interest rate of 18% annually compounded daily is significantly higher than typical commercial rates. Is this rate negotiable or standardized across all franchisees?

How many of the 6 pending litigation cases involve franchisee disputes versus other types of claims (e.g., employment, trademark, supplier)?

Can you provide historical data on why previous litigation cases were filed against the franchisor and their outcomes?

What is the franchisor's policy on supplier approvals, and can franchisees request approval of alternative suppliers not on the approved list?

How are advertising cooperative contributions calculated, and what approval authority do franchisees have over advertising fund usage?

Given the territory is protected but not exclusive, what specific encroachment protection measures exist if the franchisor opens a company-owned location nearby?

What training and ongoing support justify the Support & Training score of 98/100, and how does this compare to pre-franchise and ongoing support commitments?

Can you clarify why the Risk Factors score of 48/100 falls below the typical range, and what specific risk areas this reflects?

Over the 3-year period with zero exits, have any franchisees requested early termination or expressed interest in selling, and how were these situations handled?

What is the franchisor's average response time to franchisee support requests, and what support channels are available outside standard business hours?