The Gym Owner's Forum
At The Gym Owner's Forum, we're here to give club managers and fitness business owners around the world, the support and guidance that they need to become more successful and keep growing their businesses.
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Episode #29 - Beyond the Kit: What Does It Really Take to Build a Super Gym? (opens the original)
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We sat down with Luke Willmott, owner of Castle Gym Nottingham, to hear the story behind building the new Castle Gym, from the vision and attention to detail to the setbacks, costly lessons and realities of running an independent gym.Luke is refreshingly honest about the hardships he faced along the way, sharing what it really takes to build a gym, create an incredible member experience and put the community first.Whether you’re opening your first gym or running your fourth, this episode is pack
Ep #28 - How Can Independent Gym Owners Unlock New Growth Opportunities? With D&G Consulting (opens the original)
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With experience spanning the military, corporate leadership and entrepreneurship, Dave shares valuable insights into growing an independent gym business, building loyal member communities and creating new opportunities for success in the fitness industry.In this episode, we explore how gym owners can think beyond traditional fitness services to deliver greater value, strengthen member relationships and build a thriving, sustainable business.From developing strategic partnerships with local high
Episode #27 - Using AI to Run a Smarter Gym (opens the original)
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AI is moving quickly but what does it actually mean for gym operators? In this episode, we’re joined by Rob Webster, Co-Founder of Twin Labs AI, to explore how AI can be used in the day-to-day running of a gym. We talk about where AI can genuinely add value, from saving time and improving operations to supporting teams and creating better member experiences. The question isn’t whether AI is coming to the fitness industry, it’s how you choose to use it.
Episode #26 - The Future of Recovery Facilities in Gyms (opens the original)
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Recovery is becoming an increasingly important part of the modern gym experience but creating a successful recovery facility is about more than simply adding new technology. Juha Suoniemi, CEO of Neurosonic, discusses the growing role of recovery spaces in gyms, the importance of staff training, and how education can directly impact member awareness, engagement, and usage. From recovery technology to wellness solutions, gyms have an opportunity to create a more complete member experience while o
Episode #25 - Could Your Gym's AV Be Hurting the Member Experience? (opens the original)
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Is your gym's AV system doing more than just playing music? For many independent gym owners, audio-visual technology is something that's only thought about during a refurbishment or equipment upgrade. But from member motivation and class energy to first impressions and retention, your AV setup could be having a much bigger impact than you realise. In this episode, we're joined by Ashley Bond, Managing Director of MADEAV to discuss why AV should be part of every gym owner's growth strategy, not j
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