Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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Gymnastics Lesson Plans: How to Prepare the Perfect Gymnastics Lesson
Leading a gymnastics lesson without a plan is a big problem. Not only will your gymnastics school seem unorganized or unprofessional, but it will also leave you standing in front of the class, panicking while each person looks at you with expectation. Think back to a time when you did a presentation at school without…
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How to Evaluate Sales Software for Your Gym
You’re ready to make a change. You’re tired of grinding and struggling to manage your gym on your own. You realize you need help. If you’re going to do this right, you’ll need the right gym management software. Something that helps your staff attract and close new opportunities. What should you be looking for? Today,…
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How to Start a Gym: The Basics
When starting a new business in any industry, there are a thousand things to consider and plan before opening. A fitness business, whether it is mobile personal training, small group classes, or yoga practice, is no different and even includes some special considerations. By having your business plan prepared well ahead of execution, you can…
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Martial Arts Instructor Salary (What to Expect)
It was spring 2001. Josh and his mom walked into a taekwondo school in Winter Park, Florida for his introductory lesson and first ever martial arts training experience. The door rang as they opened it and stepped in. To the left sat a red desk with a woman behind it, straight ahead an expansive space…
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Dance Studio Marketing: The Ultimate Guide [2025]
As a dance studio owner, you’ve got more on your plate than you thought. As well as taking classes, you’ve got to market your business now, and that’s a drag on your own training, teaching, and business development. Marketing is a scary prospect for many dance studio owners. There are so many ways to go,…
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10 Gym Merchandise Ideas to Promote Your Business
For many fitness business owners, part of the fun of opening a gym is coming up with gym merchandise ideas for your business. By offering merchandise to your members (for free or for sale), you get a way to engage gym members and advertise your gym. Many new gyms give away fitness promotional items as…
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Which Fitness CRM Software Is Right for Your Business?
In a world with over 205,000 health and fitness clubs, finding effective methods to stand out from the competition is crucial. One tried and tested approach to achieve this is enhancing the customer experience through fitness CRM software. You significantly benefit from membership management software because it improves customer satisfaction and enables you to gather,…
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How to Price your Gymnastics Programs for Success
You’ve done all the hard work. You’ve created your training space, obtained the gear, and hired staff. Now your brand new gymnastics business is ready to launch. Before signing up members, however, you’ve got to work out your pricing schedule. After everything that’s come before, setting tuition fees may seem like a technicality. Yet, the…
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5 Tips on How to Hire a Personal Trainer
Hiring the best personal trainers will have a significant impact on your gym’s success. Personal trainers play a vital role in helping clients in achieving their fitness objectives, and contribute to the culture and environment of your gym as a whole. Hiring the best personal trainers is important for ensuring that clients receive high-quality, safe,…
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Yoga for Martial Arts: Everything You Need to Know
Yoga has exploded in popularity among martial artists. Big names in MMA and BJJ are so excited about it that they have been speaking up about their yoga practice. From increasing flexibility to improving strength, yoga can help you become a better martial artist. If you want to reap the most benefits of yoga for…
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