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Articles how to build and run successful gyms, martial arts schools, yoga studios and sports clubs.

New in Gymdesk: Built-In WOD Tracking App for CrossFit Gyms — No More Extra Tools Required
We’re excited to introduce a powerful new feature in Gymdesk: CrossFit WODs, now available directly within your Gymdesk account. Until now, most CrossFit gyms have had to juggle multiple systems. This usually includes one for member management, another for a WOD tracking app for CrossFit, and often a third for leaderboards. That setup costs time, […]
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Gym Growth
How Coach Rocky got his time back with Gymdesk
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Dance
A Studio Owner’s Guide to Summer Dance Camp
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Gyms
How to Open a Gym in Australia
CrossFit
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How to Start a CrossFit Box
- How Much Do CrossFit Trainers Make?
- How to Become a CrossFit Coach
- Price Your CrossFit Box for Business Success
- The Best CrossFit Exercises
Gyms
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Email Marketing for Gyms: Ultimate Guide
- Top Gym Accounting Software for Gyms
- 9 Gym Website Ideas: What Makes a Good Gym Website?
- 15 Features of the Best Gym Management Software
- 13 Features of a Gym Business
Features & Announcements
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New and Improved Booking Forms in Gymdesk
- Ezypay Payment Processing Now Available for Gymdesk Users in New Zealand, Australia, and other APAC Countries
- 24/7 Gym Access Made Easy: Integrate with Hundreds of Smart Locks via Gymdesk
- How We Built the Best CRM for Martial Arts Schools
- Feature Update: New gym website editor (and template), online gift cards
Martial Arts
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Martial Arts Advertising Ideas to Effectively Grow Your Dojo
- How to Become a Self-Defense Instructor
- Make Your Own Kickboxing Curriculum: Step-by-Step Guide
- How We Built the Best CRM for Martial Arts Schools
- Martial Arts Instructor Salary (What to Expect)
Gym Growth
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Start a Swim Team: A Step-by-Step Guide
- Additional Revenue Streams for Profitable Yoga Studios
- 10 Gym Merchandise Ideas to Promote Your Business
- How to Create a Dance Studio Business Plan
- Grow a Profitable Rock Climbing Business
Yoga
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Comprehensive Guide to Yoga Studio Advertising
- Additional Revenue Streams for Profitable Yoga Studios
- Yoga for Martial Arts: Everything You Need to Know
- How to Run a Yoga Summer Camp
- Open Your Own Yoga Studio: A Step-By-Step Guide
Gymnastics
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How to Price your Gymnastics Programs for Success
- How to Open a Gymnastics Gym: Step by Step Guide
- How to Become a Gymnastics Coach
- How Much Does a Gymnastics Coach Make?
- Flexibility in Gymnastics: Stretching Exercises and Techniques for Athletes
Gym Marketing
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What You Can Learn from Club Pilates as a Pilates Studio Owner
- Martial Arts Advertising Ideas to Effectively Grow Your Dojo
- Email Marketing for Gyms: Ultimate Guide
- Top 8 Sports Summer Camp Marketing Ideas
- 9 Gym Website Ideas: What Makes a Good Gym Website?
Dance
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The Best Dance Studio Software [2025]: A Guide to Choosing
- Dance Studio Marketing: The Ultimate Guide [2025]
- How to Create a Dance Studio Business Plan
- How to Start a Dance Studio: A Guide to Success
- How to Become a Dance Instructor
Coaching, Instruction & Training
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What You Can Learn from Club Pilates as a Pilates Studio Owner
- How to Become a Pilates Instructor
- How to Become a Self-Defense Instructor
- Make Your Own Kickboxing Curriculum: Step-by-Step Guide
- How to Become a Climbing Instructor
Gym Sales
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What You Can Learn from Club Pilates as a Pilates Studio Owner
- How to Evaluate Sales Software for Your Gym
- 10 Gym Merchandise Ideas to Promote Your Business
- Gym Owner Survey Recap w/ CEO Alex Cuevas
- Gym Owner Statistics: The State of Gyms, Member Trends, and Usage Data
Podcasts
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The Secret to Instagram Growth for Your Gym
- Gym Owner Survey Recap w/ CEO Alex Cuevas
- Value Positioning will Transform your Fitness Studio
- What do the Best Gyms in the World All Have in Common?
- Master Cash Flow for Small Business Success w/ Leo Kanell
Gym Owner Interviews
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Gym Owner Interview: Community Karate Center
- Gym Owner Interview: Heroes Martial Arts
- Gym Owner Interview: Pinellas County Aikikai
- Gym Owner Interview: Kroyler Gracie Jiu-Jitsu
- Gym Owner Interview: Summit Martial Arts
Sport Clubs
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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
- Prepare Your Athlete for a Tennis Match
Gym Management
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What You Can Learn from Club Pilates as a Pilates Studio Owner
- Top Gym Accounting Software for Gyms
- How to Run a Pilates Summer Camp: Tips for Success and Enjoyment
- Start a Swim Team: A Step-by-Step Guide
- 15 Features of the Best Gym Management Software