Gym Owners Fitness Business Podcast With Mel Tempest
Episodes
Jul 4, 2026
Jul 4, 2026
1hr 8 min
IGNITE FITNESS BUSINESS TOWN HALL
Speakers:
Steve Jensen, Richard Toutounji, Ed Curtain, Daniel Pender, Michelle Furniss and Bhavesh Nathoo.
This event was recorded live via Zoom with video and audio; you are watching the Zoom event.
We gathered as a collaborative town hall for gym owners, both franchisees and independents, on retention, measurement, pricing, recovery, and marketing for fitness operators.
• Staff indifference drives ~60% of cancellations - Save before they cancel.
• Implemented save programs, achieved 30–40% saves.
• 3D MeasureMe doubled challenge completion in one case. Saved members.
• $5/week discount equals ~$260/member/year ($52k/200 members). Don't discount.
• 90-day rollout plan for certainty, pricing, retention. Get a plan, get profit.
Get in touch with the speakers for their free resources.
or email Mel for details mt@meltempest.net
See you all at the next town hall.
Jan 14, 2025
Jan 14, 2025
31 min
Welcome to the first episode of the year on the Gym Owners Fitness Business Podcast! In today's session, we engage in a deep dive with Jay Ramsden, Director of Qualified Trainers, a transformative group fitness management platform. Jay shares insights on how this comprehensive solution can ease the administrative burdens faced by gym owners, personal trainers, and group fitness instructors alike.
Listen in as we explore the platform's ability to streamline compliance, manage fill-ins, and improve instructor recruitment, enabling gym owners to focus more on building their community. Jay explains the evolution of the product, its vital features, and the tremendous impact it can have on gym operations. We also discuss the exciting future developments that promise to expand its capabilities beyond group fitness management.
If you're looking to enhance your facility’s efficiency and boost your member experience, this episode is a must-listen. Plus, find out how you can connect with Jay for a demo of this groundbreaking solution.
Contact Jay at
Social Links
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/qualified-trainers/
Insta - https://www.instagram.com/qualifiedtrainers/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/QT.Group.Fitness.Management
Jay Ramsden | Director | Qualified Trainers
jay@qualifiedtrainers.com | www.qualifiedtrainers.com
Oct 9, 2023
Oct 9, 2023
29 min
Brendan James and Matt Gordin are brother- in-laws and close friends who have secured the master franchising rights to Rumble Boxing in Australia under their brand, Boutique Fitness Studios. The duo also has exclusive rights to Club Pilates, CycleBar and StretchLab, all of which are extremely popular US brands that fall under the Xponential Fitness banner. A publicly listed company in the U.S., Xponential is the largest franchisor of boutique fitness brands globally with 10 brands spanning 2,700+ locations across the world.After graduating from university together, Matt chose to pursue a career in business, while Brendan ventured into the world of options trading. Brendan's trading expertise eventually led him to Chicago, while Matt's entrepreneurial spirit took him to Los Angeles to explore various business ventures.Despite their differing career paths, both Matt and Brendan shared a passion for the fitness industry. They had an opportunity to experience Xponential, a prominent player in the boutique fitness space, and were thoroughly impressed by the brand's comprehensive offering, innovative business model, and global success franchising complementary boutique fitness concepts.Inspired by their exposure to Xponential, Matt decided to bring CycleBar, the largest indoor-cycling brand, back with him to their hometown. Meanwhile, Brendan, after retiring from trading, embarked on his own entrepreneurial journey by developing Club Pilates.As the number of brands under their belts grew and the opportunities to scale effectively in Australia became more apparent, Brendan and Matt decided to join forces under the Boutique Fitness Studios (BFS) name, offering a portfolio of four distinct fitness brands under one umbrella. This strategic collaboration allowed them to leverage their combined expertise and resources to expand their reach and impact in the industry.With over 30 open locations and 90 studios already sold across the BFS group, their business continues to flourish with a focus on further expansion. The latest addition to their line-up, Rumble, has quickly become one of the hottest brands in the market, gaining significant popularity.
Excited about its potential, Brendan and Matt have plans to open five new Rumble studios this year, further solidifying their position in the boutique fitness industry.
Contact Brendan at brendan@clubpilates.com.au
LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/brendan-james-45594b31
Aug 23, 2023
Aug 23, 2023
23 min
UNLIMITEDFITNESS
VIRTUALLY ANYWHERE
GYM OWNERS CREATE PROFIT WHEN MEMBERS MOVE!
Premium virtual fitness classes exclusively for your gym members or apartment residents anytime, anywhere.
Hear from global fitness business veteran Glen Taylor about creating profit with minimal outlay.
When members move so does your bank balance!
Meet Glen at Ignite Fitness Business Event on September 14th, Melbourne.
Book now using the code FOD for $50 off
www.ignitefitness.com.au/registration
There's never been a better time to educate YOU!
Jul 21, 2023
Jul 21, 2023
26 min
Over 15,000 gyms worldwide run on EGYM and
the Australian market is ready to launch!
EGym provides solutions for the health and fitness industry
Smart Scaling
Complete solutions for gyms without trainers.
Smart Coaching
Concept solutions with focus on personal support.
Enterprise Solutions
Specialized solutions for global fitness brands.
Opportunities in women's fitness clubs, rehab clinics, universities and new start-ups.
With over 150 partners and 600 employees
EGYM is taking the world by storm!
Contact Tino and Christoph
contact.australia@egym.com
Jan 19, 2023
Jan 19, 2023
41 min
Jarrod Saracco
The word "GYM is back on trend.
Mel chats to Jarrod about his three-decade journey in the fitness business industry. From the word experience and its true meaning to talking about TikTok and strength training, who prefers avocado and latte over a piece of real estate?
Jarrods fitness trends for 2023.
What does Jarrod's ideal gym look like?
Shout out to Cuoco Black - Emmett Williams
Contact Jarrod for a free consultation and catch us at IHRSA 2023
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jarrodsaracco/
https://www.facebook.com/jarrod.saracco
jarrodsaracco@gmail.com
Nov 9, 2021
Nov 9, 2021
40 min
A Fitness Business Podcast Interview About Business, Trends And What's New From A Club Owner!
Mel Drops A Few Upcoming Suppliers Names And The Fitness Wellness Show In Australia News
Contact Ryan
Contact Mel
Aug 7, 2021
Aug 7, 2021
7 min
FOLLOW UP FROM THURSDAYS SOCIAL MEDIA POST
Lockdown 6 has started:-
Here is the radio interview from Thursday, Friday I had a meeting with the Mayor of Ballarat, and my goal is/was to have a positive outcome for all Ballarat businesses. The next step after this meeting is at the state government level. Mental health and financial damage have taken their toll on our industry, the events industry and the arts.
The Fitness industry will advocate harder and stronger for better outcomes we have no choice.Right now regional Victoria should not be in lockdown.
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