Barbell Business

How To Grow A CrossFit Gym to Over $1,000,000/yr… The Right Way

🔥 From Plateau to 350+ Members – How Zach Thew Scaled Catoctin CrossFit to a Thriving, Full-Time Team 🔥 When Zach Thew took over Catoctin CrossFit in 2013, he had no idea the battles ahead—including losing 35% of his members during the shutdowns. But instead of throwing in the towel, he doubled down, rebuilt, and grew. 📈 From 170 to 350+ members in just over 2 years 💰 Churn under 5% while scaling operations 💪 Built a team of 5 FULL-TIME coaches 🔑 Leveraged Big Little Gyms to refine strategy, scale, and systemize growth In this episode, Zach breaks down the exact steps he took to: ✅ Attract more members & dominate his local market ✅ Increase retention & keep members engaged long-term ✅ Transition from working IN the business to scaling it as an owner 🎧 If you're a gym owner looking to grow, scale, and create a thriving business—this is a must-listen! 💬 Tag a gym owner who needs to hear this! 🔥 Ready to scale YOUR gym? Book a free strategy call at ⁠BigLittleGyms.com⁠ [http://BigLittleGyms.com].

How This Gym Owner Went From Being Stuck For 7 Years To $60k/Month

Ready to grow your Gym? Book a free strategy call with Big Little Gyms at BigLittleGyms.com [http://BigLittleGyms.com]. For years, Jim Breuer, owner of Momentum Fitness in Eau Claire, WI, felt stuck—his gym was plateaued for nearly seven years. But instead of staying stuck, Jim made a game-changing decision—he joined Big Little Gyms. What happened next? 🚀 He shattered his growth ceiling, hitting a record $60K month 📈 Grew total revenue by over $80K year-over-year 💪 Expanded personal training revenue by over $30K 🔑 Discovered the key strategies to breaking free from stagnation Now, Jim is actively working on buying out his partners and fully taking ownership of his gym's future. In this episode, we break down: ✅ The mistakes that kept him stuck for years ✅ The key shifts that finally unlocked growth ✅ How mentorship and systems made all the difference ✅ The next big steps for Momentum Fitness If you're a gym owner struggling to break through a plateau, this episode is packed with real-world insights and strategies you can apply today. 🔗 Subscribe, listen, and learn how to scale your gym smarter! 🎧 Available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube! 🔥 Want to follow in Jim's footsteps? Book a free strategy call with Big Little Gyms at BigLittleGyms.com [http://BigLittleGyms.com].

From Battlefield to the Barbell: How Mycal Anders Doubled His Gym's Revenue & Built a Community of High-Performers

In this episode of The Barbell Business Podcast, we sit down with Mycal Anders, a Marine Corps veteran, elite strength coach, keynote speaker, and the founder of Next Level Performance Consulting. Mycal has taken the leadership skills he developed in the military and applied them to the world of fitness, growing his gym, scaling his revenue, and creating a thriving community of high-performing individuals. 🔥 What you'll learn in this episode: ✅ How Mycal doubled his gym's revenue while maintaining a strong community ✅ The leadership principles that helped him scale his business ✅ How mindset and strategy play a crucial role in gym growth ✅ The difference between performance consulting and traditional fitness coaching ✅ How Mycal transitioned from the battlefield to the barbell and built a lasting impact If you're a gym owner, entrepreneur, or leader looking for actionable strategies on scaling your business, improving leadership, and fostering a high-performing team, this episode is for you! Want To Grow Your Gym? Go Here: https://biglittlegyms.com/ [https://biglittlegyms.com/] FREE Resources for Gym Owners: Free No-Sweat Intro Sales Guide: https://biglittlegyms.com/how-to-sell-gym-memberships/ [https://biglittlegyms.com/how-to-sell-gym-memberships/] Free Google Local Search Checklist: https://biglittlegyms.com/how-to-optimize-your-gyms-google-local-search-and-attract-more-customers/ [https://biglittlegyms.com/how-to-optimize-your-gyms-google-local-search-and-attract-more-customers/] Complete Facebook Ads For More Gym Members Tutorial: https://biglittlegyms.com/complete-facebook-ads-for-more-gym-members-tutorial-2022/ [https://biglittlegyms.com/complete-facebook-ads-for-more-gym-members-tutorial-2022/] Complete Instagram Ads For More Gym Members Tutorial: https://biglittlegyms.com/complete-instagram-ads-for-more-gym-members-tutorial/ [https://biglittlegyms.com/complete-instagram-ads-for-more-gym-members-tutorial/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/biglittlegyms [https://www.instagram.com/biglittlegyms] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/biglittlegyms [https://www.facebook.com/biglittlegyms] Youtube: https://youtu.be/D8Uy1QyMaRo [https://youtu.be/D8Uy1QyMaRo]

How This Gym Owner Scaled From 59 to 230 Members A Month

In this episode of The Barbell Business Podcast, we sit down with Mike Wilson, owner of CrossFit OYL in Rhome, Texas. Mike shares his incredible journey of leaving a high-paying engineering career to pursue his passion for fitness. Along the way, he grew his gym from 59 to 230 members, quadrupled revenue, navigated the challenges of buying out a business partner, and moved into a 10,000-square-foot facility. What you'll learn in this episode: * The risks and rewards of transitioning from corporate life to gym ownership * Proven strategies for scaling a fitness business * Insights into navigating tough decisions like partner buyouts * The mindset needed to achieve personal and professional growth If you're a gym owner, entrepreneur, or someone seeking inspiration to take bold steps toward your dreams, this episode is packed with actionable insights. Tune in now! Want To Grow Your Gym? Go Here: https://biglittlegyms.com/ FREE Resources for Gym Owners: * Free No-Sweat Intro Sales Guide: https://biglittlegyms.com/how-to-sell-gym-memberships/ [https://biglittlegyms.com/how-to-sell-gym-memberships/] * Free Google Local Search Checklist: https://biglittlegyms.com/how-to-optimize-your-gyms-google-local-search-and-attract-more-customers/ [https://biglittlegyms.com/how-to-optimize-your-gyms-google-local-search-and-attract-more-customers/] * Complete Facebook Ads For More Gym Members Tutorial: https://biglittlegyms.com/complete-facebook-ads-for-more-gym-members-tutorial-2022/ [https://biglittlegyms.com/complete-facebook-ads-for-more-gym-members-tutorial-2022/] * Complete Instagram Ads For More Gym Members Tutorial: https://biglittlegyms.com/complete-instagram-ads-for-more-gym-members-tutorial/ [https://biglittlegyms.com/complete-instagram-ads-for-more-gym-members-tutorial/] * Follow us on social media👇 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@biglittlegyms [https://www.youtube.com/@biglittlegyms] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/biglittlegyms [https://www.instagram.com/biglittlegyms] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/biglittlegyms [https://www.facebook.com/biglittlegyms]

His Coaches Stole His Members… Now His Gym Does $1M Year

In this episode of Barbell Business, we sit down with Drew Girton, gym owner of Pendulum Fitness. Drew is a industry veteran, coach, and business owner, join us as we explore his incredible journey and the strategies behind his success. With over 20 year experience, Drew has helped countless individuals achieve their fitness goals while building a thriving business. Join us as we dive into: Drew's origin story and how he got started in the fitness industry. The keys to growing and scaling his successful gym business. Insights into coaching methodologies, fitness trends, and what makes a great coach. The mindset shifts required to overcome challenges and achieve peak performance. How partnering with Big Little Gyms helped Drew take his business to the next level. Whether you're a gym owner, coach, or fitness enthusiast, this episode is packed with actionable insights and inspiration. Tune in and get ready to level up your fitness business! Want To Grow Your Gym? Go Here: https://biglittlegyms.com/ FREE Resources for Gym Owners: - Free No-Sweat Intro Sales Guide: https://biglittlegyms.com/how-to-sell-gym-memberships/ - Free Google Local Search Checklist: https://biglittlegyms.com/how-to-optimize-your-gyms-google-local-search-and-attract-more-customers/ - Complete Facebook Ads For More Gym Members Tutorial: https://biglittlegyms.com/complete-facebook-ads-for-more-gym-members-tutorial-2022/ - Complete Instagram Ads For More Gym Members Tutorial: https://biglittlegyms.com/complete-instagram-ads-for-more-gym-members-tutorial/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@biglittlegyms Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/biglittlegyms Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/biglittlegyms