Beyond the Mat

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

The Best CrossFit Gym Management Software in 2026, Compared Honestly

Day One at Ralph Gracie's Academy: A 220-Pound Beginner, a 150-Pound Black Belt, and the Armbar That Changed Everything

He Runs a University Operation by Day and a Martial Arts Academy by Night. After 30 Years, His Dad Still Says 'Get a Real Job.'

The Gym Cleaning Checklist Every Martial Arts School Owner Should Run (Daily, Weekly, Monthly)

The Best CrossFit Gym Management Software in 2026, Compared Honestly

How Much Do CrossFit Trainers Make? A Realistic Look at Coach Pay

14 Types of Gyms: What to Expect at Each One

How Much Does Gym Management Software Cost in 2026?

CrossFit Mobility Fundamentals: Olympic Lifting Warm-Up Protocol

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The Best CrossFit Gym Management Software in 2026, Compared Honestly

The Gym Cleaning Checklist Every Martial Arts School Owner Should Run (Daily, Weekly, Monthly)

Fitness Industry Trends Every Gym Owner Should Know in 2026

The Best Gym Chains in the US in 2026: 12 Compared

How Much Do CrossFit Trainers Make? A Realistic Look at Coach Pay

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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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Day One at Ralph Gracie's Academy: A 220-Pound Beginner, a 150-Pound Black Belt, and the Armbar That Changed Everything

He Runs a University Operation by Day and a Martial Arts Academy by Night. After 30 Years, His Dad Still Says 'Get a Real Job.'

The Gym Cleaning Checklist Every Martial Arts School Owner Should Run (Daily, Weekly, Monthly)

How to Start a Muay Thai Gym (Without Becoming a Cardio Kickboxing Studio)

Fitness Industry Trends Every Gym Owner Should Know in 2026

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The Best CrossFit Gym Management Software in 2026, Compared Honestly

Day One at Ralph Gracie's Academy: A 220-Pound Beginner, a 150-Pound Black Belt, and the Armbar That Changed Everything

He Runs a University Operation by Day and a Martial Arts Academy by Night. After 30 Years, His Dad Still Says 'Get a Real Job.'

How to Start a Muay Thai Gym (Without Becoming a Cardio Kickboxing Studio)

Fitness Industry Trends Every Gym Owner Should Know in 2026

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14 Types of Gyms: What to Expect at Each One

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

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From Aikido Black Belt to BJJ Brown Belt: How Konrad Found His Real Fight

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

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The Best CrossFit Gym Management Software in 2026, Compared Honestly

How to Start a Muay Thai Gym (Without Becoming a Cardio Kickboxing Studio)

Fitness Industry Trends Every Gym Owner Should Know in 2026

Why You Should Add a Kickboxing Program to Your Gym

Karate vs Jiu-Jitsu: Which Martial Art Should You Train?

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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

Day One at Ralph Gracie's Academy: A 220-Pound Beginner, a 150-Pound Black Belt, and the Armbar That Changed Everything

He Runs a University Operation by Day and a Martial Arts Academy by Night. After 30 Years, His Dad Still Says 'Get a Real Job.'

The Gym Cleaning Checklist Every Martial Arts School Owner Should Run (Daily, Weekly, Monthly)

How to Start a Muay Thai Gym (Without Becoming a Cardio Kickboxing Studio)

Jiu-Jitsu Submissions: A Guide to 50+ Techniques for Every Level

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How to Start a Muay Thai Gym (Without Becoming a Cardio Kickboxing Studio)

How to Start a Karate School: Curriculum, Costs, and First-Year Roadmap

17 Best Gym & Fitness Website Examples (2026): What Converts, What Doesn't

How Much Does Gym Management Software Cost in 2026?

They Filled Their Gym Before It Opened. Here's the Playbook.

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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

Gym Owner Survey Recap w/ CEO Alex Cuevas

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Gym Owner Interview

He Runs a University Operation by Day and a Martial Arts Academy by Night. After 30 Years, His Dad Still Says 'Get a Real Job.'

Why ITC New York Skipped the BJJ Boom (and Stayed in Business 20 Years)

30 Years, Four Failed Gyms, One Brampton Lot: How Master Mignon Built Doggpound MMA

The 99 Sheep: How CSA Coaches the Hobbyists Who Keep Gyms Alive

ActiveRange's Internal Strength Model: Two Co-Authors, One Framework

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Fitness Industry Trends Every Gym Owner Should Know in 2026

14 Types of Gyms: What to Expect at Each One

Grow a Profitable Tennis Club

Top 8 Sports Summer Camp Marketing Ideas

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

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The Best CrossFit Gym Management Software in 2026, Compared Honestly

Day One at Ralph Gracie's Academy: A 220-Pound Beginner, a 150-Pound Black Belt, and the Armbar That Changed Everything

He Runs a University Operation by Day and a Martial Arts Academy by Night. After 30 Years, His Dad Still Says 'Get a Real Job.'

The Gym Cleaning Checklist Every Martial Arts School Owner Should Run (Daily, Weekly, Monthly)

How to Start a Muay Thai Gym (Without Becoming a Cardio Kickboxing Studio)

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14 Types of Gyms: What to Expect at Each One

ActiveRange's Internal Strength Model: Two Co-Authors, One Framework

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

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The Best Gym Chains in the US in 2026: 12 Compared

A Somewhat Complete History of Boxing in the USA

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

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