Beyond the Mat

Practical wisdom for running more profitable gyms, martial arts schools, yoga studios, and sports clubs.

The Complete Guide to BJJ Purple Belt Requirements (For Owners and Students)

How to Implement a BJJ Stripe System That Actually Improves Retention (Without Creating Drama)

Gym Owner Advice That Actually Works: Lessons from Successful Gyms

Mindbody Fees: How Mindbody Affects Your Gym’s Cash Flow

CrossFit Mobility Fundamentals: Olympic Lifting Warm-Up Protocol

How to Host a CrossFit Competition

When is Your CrossFit Box Ready for a Second Location?

The Ultimate Guide to CrossFit Gym Marketing

CrossFit Gym Business Plan

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Mindbody Fees: How Mindbody Affects Your Gym’s Cash Flow

How to Streamline Gym Billing Processes (and Stop Losing Revenue)

Your Schedule Just Got Easier to Manage on Gymdesk

Gym Retention Strategies: How to Keep Members Coming Back

Is Zen Planner Worth It? A Smart, No‑Nonsense Verdict for Gym Owners

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Features & Announcements

Your Schedule Just Got Easier to Manage on Gymdesk

Gymdesk’s New Scheduling Tools Empower Gym Owners to Run Smarter Sessions and Boost Bookings

New in Gymdesk: Built-In WOD Tracking App for CrossFit Gyms — No More Extra Tools Required

New and Improved Booking Forms in Gymdesk

Ezypay Payment Processing Now Available for Gymdesk Users in New Zealand, Australia, and other APAC Countries

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The Complete Guide to BJJ Purple Belt Requirements (For Owners and Students)

How to Implement a BJJ Stripe System That Actually Improves Retention (Without Creating Drama)

Martial Arts Marketing: 13 Proven Strategies to Grow Your Gym

The Renzo Gracie Growth Blueprint: From 300 Pre-Opening Signups to 300+ Global Academies

IBJJF Belt Requirements Explained: Promotion Eligibility vs Competition Belt Rules

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Gym Owner Advice That Actually Works: Lessons from Successful Gyms

Mindbody Fees: How Mindbody Affects Your Gym’s Cash Flow

From Teaching to Owning: How Matthew Pollino Started His BJJ Academy with No Money

From 6 to 1,200 Students: What Real Gym Growth Actually Looks Like

Gym Retention Strategies: How to Keep Members Coming Back

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How To Triple Your Income Teaching Private Yoga Sessions

Big Yoga Trends

When to Expand: 12 Signs Your Yoga Studio Is Ready for a Second Location

13 Yoga Benefits for Everyone

Yoga Class Template

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When to Start a Second Gymnastics Location

Alternative Income Streams for Gymnastics Centers

How Young is Too Young for Toddlers to Begin Gymnastics?

The Coach's Guide to Gymnastics Injury Prevention

How to Start a Cheer Program

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Gym Owner Advice That Actually Works: Lessons from Successful Gyms

Mindbody Fees: How Mindbody Affects Your Gym’s Cash Flow

Martial Arts Marketing: 13 Proven Strategies to Grow Your Gym

From Teaching to Owning: How Matthew Pollino Started His BJJ Academy with No Money

Your Guide to Jiu Jitsu Marketing: 7 Proven Strategies For Growing Your BJJ School

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When to Start a Second Dance Studio Location: Key Factors to Consider

How to Price Your Dance Programs

A Studio Owner’s Guide to Summer Dance Camp

The Best Dance Studio Software [2026]: A Guide to Choosing

Dance Studio Marketing: The Ultimate Guide [2026]

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Coaching, Instruction & Training

The Complete Guide to BJJ Purple Belt Requirements (For Owners and Students)

How to Implement a BJJ Stripe System That Actually Improves Retention (Without Creating Drama)

IBJJF Belt Requirements Explained: Promotion Eligibility vs Competition Belt Rules

How to Build a Kids' BJJ Belt System That Actually Works

Design a BJJ Curriculum That Keeps Kids and Adults Coming Back

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Why Your Jiu Jitsu School Needs 1,000 Subscribers on its Newsletter

AI SEO to Future-Proof Your Jiu Jitsu Academy

This is Why Your Jiu Jitsu School isn’t Growing

MyStudio Alternatives: 7 Better Options for Your Studio

Turn this Season from Your Slowest Jiu Jitsu Month Into Your MOST Profitable of the Year

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Top 5 Martial Arts Marketing Strategies for MASSIVE Growth

How to Sell High Ticket Fitness Products & Services

How Coach Rocky got his time back with Gymdesk

How to Make $1,000,000 Salary as a Gym Owner

The Secret to Instagram Growth for Your Gym

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Gym Owner Interview

Gym Owner Advice That Actually Works: Lessons from Successful Gyms

The Renzo Gracie Growth Blueprint: From 300 Pre-Opening Signups to 300+ Global Academies

From 6 to 1,200 Students: What Real Gym Growth Actually Looks Like

From Four Families to 600 Students: How RPMA Built a Multi-Partner Gym That Actually Works

King Tiger's $10K COVID Gamble That Saved Their School

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Grow a Profitable Tennis Club

Top 8 Sports Summer Camp Marketing Ideas

Start a Swim Team: A Step-by-Step Guide

How to Become a Climbing Instructor

Grow a Profitable Rock Climbing Business

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Gym Owner Advice That Actually Works: Lessons from Successful Gyms

Mindbody Fees: How Mindbody Affects Your Gym’s Cash Flow

How to Streamline Gym Billing Processes (and Stop Losing Revenue)

The Renzo Gracie Growth Blueprint: From 300 Pre-Opening Signups to 300+ Global Academies

The Decade That Built Gymdesk: A Founder's Journey from Solo Bootstrap to Scale

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7 Clear Signs You're Ready For A Second Pilates Studio

The Best Types of Pilates: Find the Right Fit for Your Fitness Journey

Price Your Pilates Classes for Success

What You Can Learn from Club Pilates as a Pilates Studio Owner

How to Become a Pilates Instructor

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Gym Owner Statistics: The State of Gyms, Member Trends, and Usage Data

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