Gym Owners Fitness Business Podcast With Mel Tempest
Episodes
Saturday Jul 04, 2026
Saturday Jul 04, 2026
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.
Monday Oct 09, 2023
Monday Oct 09, 2023
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
Wednesday Aug 23, 2023
Wednesday Aug 23, 2023
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!
Friday Jul 21, 2023
Friday Jul 21, 2023
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
Friday Jul 21, 2023
Friday Jul 21, 2023
Disabilities - LGTBQIA+ - Older Demographic Inclusive Not ExclusiveKen Baldwin, Scott Hunt, Fiona Kriaris and Nadine Kemp make up our panel to discuss subjects we sometimes shy away from.Gyms need inclusivity to foster health for all. Excluding individuals based on disability, LGBTQIA+ status, or age neglects our collective wellness. Disability-inclusive equipment, respect for gender identities, and accommodating older individuals can empower gyms spaces. Inclusion enhances community health, encouraging positive self-image and diverse social interactions for every gym-goer. Sometimes we think we are inclusive when in fact, we remain exclusive.Register now at https://lnkd.in/gVvXM8V6 use code VIPFRIEND and save $50 before 22nd July
Tuesday Jan 03, 2023
Tuesday Jan 03, 2023
Ben and Mel chat about the origin of LTYB, the cost of setting up, how much space you need, and how many members I need to break even.
What type of turnover are the current clubs turning over?
Typical locations, and is this business suitable for newcomers?
Shout out to @Jamie Hayes (15.30) at dietflex.com.au
Contact Ben ben@listentoyourbody.com.au
www.listentoyourbody.com.au
Tuesday Sep 07, 2021
Tuesday Sep 07, 2021
It's Women's Health Week
Ignite Fitness Business Womens Leaders Presents
Dr. Isabel
Her Own Story
Peri-Menopause - Anxiety - Depression -
Brain Health And Exercising
Hear her personal story,
a story many women can relate to.
info@doctoronamission.com
#WomenLeaders
#WomensLeadersFitnessBusiness
Sponsored By The Coba Board
And Fitrec Fitness Registration Australia
https://fitrec.org
https://meltempest.net
Saturday Aug 28, 2021
Saturday Aug 28, 2021
TONY ZONATO FROM THE GROUP EX PODCAST
INTERVIEWS MEL TEMPEST ON ALL THINGS
GROUP FITNESS AND FITNESS BUSINESS!
FIND MORE OF TONY'S PODCASTS AT
https://www.groupex.com.au/episodes/episode/4b7c78e9/s01e11-mel-tempest-genesis-body-and-soul-ballarat?fbclid=IwAR2ZbgJOjKLSUTVFiwiV9rddopGYb4It5v1MyTx3I5fyS4SzYYRHRXr48e4