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  • Martial Arts Marketing: The Ultimate Guide [2025]

    Martial Arts Marketing: The Ultimate Guide [2025]

    There are nearly infinite ways to market your business, but not all of them are as equally effective. To help you cut through the noise and the nonsense, we’ve put together a list of the most effective marketing strategies that martial arts school owners have actually used.

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

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

    Are gyms growing or shrinking? The Census Bureau lists the population in the United States as 340.1 million. According to Statista, gym memberships at fitness centers continue to grow steadily over time, hitting a high of 68.9 million in 2022. There’s no stopping this growth as gyms and fitness studios continue to bounce back from…

  • How Much to Charge for Yoga Classes

    How Much to Charge for Yoga Classes

    Pricing is a critical factor for yoga instructors, but one that many struggle with. It’s not only about the statistics. It’s also about value, sustainability, and striking the right balance between surviving and achieving a higher goal.  This article will offer you insightful information and practical ideas, whether you’re an experienced yoga instructor wishing to…

  • Value Positioning will Transform your Fitness Studio

    Value Positioning will Transform your Fitness Studio

    We think of brands as something to be developed for corporations or even nonprofits. But have you ever thought of branding as something that develops you? Today’s hero is Zachary Colman, a branding and design expert for fitness businesses. Through the lens of value positioning, Zach walks us through the process of building an authentic…

  • A Short History of Boxing in the United States

    A Short History of Boxing in the United States

    The sport of boxing has been an integral part of American culture for well over a hundred years. Even during low points in boxing history, plenty of men and women still took great interest in watching and participating. The sport was never going to disappear, and it never will.  The sweet science has catalyzed new…

  • The Best CrossFit Exercises

    The Best CrossFit Exercises

    CrossFit has established itself as a dynamic and challenging training style that goes above and beyond regular workouts. It combines strength training, cardio endurance, and functional exercises that require strength, balance, agility, and endurance. In this article, we take a tour across the CrossFit exercise universe, with the goal of providing a thorough resource detailing…

  • Get Your CrossFit Level 2: Why & How

    Get Your CrossFit Level 2: Why & How

    To open a CrossFit affiliate, the gym owner must obtain a CrossFit Level 1 certificate. This signifies that they understand CrossFit methodology and have passed assessments to be able to coach CrossFit. Past the Level 1 Trainer (CF-L1), many people don’t realize that CrossFit offers additional courses and certifications. The intermediate course after the Level…

  • 5 Best Yoga Studio Software

    5 Best Yoga Studio Software

    Yoga has evolved from being a fitness trend to a way of life for millions of individuals across the globe. With the rise of yoga studios, small business owners seek ways to simplify their operations and boost their earnings. That’s where yoga studio software comes in. Yoga software ensures smooth class scheduling, seamless membership management…

  • How Much Money Do You Need to Open a Yoga Studio?

    How Much Money Do You Need to Open a Yoga Studio?

    Interest in yoga has grown exponentially over the last 10-15 years. A 2016 survey found that over 36 million Americans practiced yoga. People are drawn to yoga because it is more than just an exercise routine. Yoga can improve flexibility, reduce stress, and help with muscle recovery from other workouts. With all these great benefits,…

  • How Much Do Pilates Instructors Make?

    How Much Do Pilates Instructors Make?

    If you’re thinking about a career as a Pilates instructor, it’s crucial to understand the financial ramifications and answer the question how much do Pilates instructors make. While dedication and love are the cornerstones of a successful Pilates teaching career, it’s also critical to comprehend the financial rewards of the profession.  Variables like geography, certification…

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