Conversations with ClubRight

In this bonus episode of Conversations with ClubRight, Ryan Charlesworth of Black Raccoon Consultancy joins Wayne to discuss some predicted trends for the fitness industry in 2025. They'll cover topics such as AI in the fitness industry, how gyms can capitalise on data-driven personalisation, holistic wellness and how to leverage community.  Tune in for valuable insights and actionable strategies to help your fitness business thrive in 2025! 🟠 Find Ryan Online Listen to The Inside Track Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@theinsidetrackpodcast/featured  Connect with Ryan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryancharlesworth/  Black Raccoon Consultancy: https://www.blackraccoon.org/  🔶 Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@clubright782?sub_confirmation=1  🔶 Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clubright  🔶 Follow us on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/club-right/  🔶 More about ClubRight: www.clubright.co.uk

It’s the finale of season two and who better to close out a brilliant season than Mike Hind MBE.  Mike is the founder of several successful businesses in the fitness industry and is most known for his dedication to his local community.  In this episode, we’re getting into what it was like opening a gym with £2,000, what drives him to play such an active role in his community and how other gym owners can do the same - plus, a hilarious story from when Mike picked up his MBE!  We’d like to take a moment to thank all of our guests and listeners for helping to make Season Two of Conversations with ClubRight happen. We’ve had a blast recording this season and we’ll see you again soon. Follow Mike: Website: https://mikehindmbe.co.uk/ [https://mikehindmbe.co.uk/]  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikehind_mbe/ [https://www.instagram.com/mikehind_mbe/]  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MikeHindFitness [https://www.facebook.com/MikeHindFitness]  🔶 Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@clubright782/featured [https://youtube.com/@clubright782/featured]  🔶 Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clubright [https://www.facebook.com/clubright]  🔶 Follow us on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/club-right/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/club-right/]  🔶 More about ClubRight: www.clubright.co.uk [http://www.clubright.co.uk]

In the penultimate episode of season two, we’re delving into the world of access control - and who better to chat to than industry expert Simon Trobe of Zero IT Solutions! We spoke to Simon about the security benefits of installing door access, the liabilities involved with gym security, which methods of access control are worth the hype and how gyms can transition to being open 24/7. If you’re considering access control at your gym or you’re curious as to how you can make your business more secure, this is the episode for you. Speak to Zero IT Solutions https://clubright.co.uk/clubright-connect/zero-it-solutions-ltd/ [https://clubright.co.uk/clubright-connect/zero-it-solutions-ltd/]  E: simon@zeroitsol.co.uk [simon@zeroitsol.co.uk] Tel: 0141 737 7833 🔶 Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@clubright782/featured [https://youtube.com/@clubright782/featured]  🔶 Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clubright [https://www.facebook.com/clubright]  🔶 Follow us on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/club-right/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/club-right/]  🔶 More about ClubRight: www.clubright.co.uk [http://www.clubright.co.uk]

Sometimes it’s not straightforward to get simple answers to your questions, especially if you’re opening a new club and have never run a business.  So to help you along the way, Wayne is answering some of gym owners’ most-asked questions, from how to find a gym premises to hiring and retaining staff. Timestamps 02:00 - Is opening a gym profitable? 05:25 - How can I retain my gym staff? 10:39 - How should I deal with members who book but don’t turn up to my classes? 16:16 - What should I look for in a gym location? 24:21 - How can I compete against budget gyms? 30:10 - Is Direct Debit too advanced for my class studio? 36:11 - Why are my member attrition rates so high? 🔶 Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@clubright782/featured [https://youtube.com/@clubright782/featured]  🔶 Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@clubright782?sub_confirmation=1 [https://www.youtube.com/@clubright782?sub_confirmation=1]  🔶 Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clubright [https://www.facebook.com/clubright]  🔶 Follow us on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/club-right/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/club-right/]  🔶 More about ClubRight: www.clubright.co.uk [http://www.clubright.co.uk]

This week, Wayne shares his tried and tested member acquisition strategy so that you can drive some serious revenue in 2024. He covers everything from defining your USP to building a seamless referral program and converting prospects into paying members. If you find lead generation challenging, this is the episode for you. Timestamps 02:56 - Defining Your USP 08:37 - Marketing Mix 17:50 - Driving Referrals 26:47 - Boosting Conversion Rates 🔶 Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@clubright782/featured [https://youtube.com/@clubright782/featured]  🔶 Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@clubright782?sub_confirmation=1 [https://www.youtube.com/@clubright782?sub_confirmation=1]  🔶 Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clubright [https://www.facebook.com/clubright]  🔶 Follow us on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/club-right/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/club-right/]  🔶 More about ClubRight: www.clubright.co.uk [http://www.clubright.co.uk]