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.

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!

Aug 18, 2023
Mystery Shopping Creates Profit For Gyms
Aug 18, 2023
Aug 18, 2023
22 min
ARE YOU GAME TO MYSTERY SHOP YOUR GYM?
Fitness business leaders spend hours (and money) on marketing and training their sales team, but do they know what happens when a prospect calls or visits the club?
Do they know how and if their squad delivers a beautiful experience?
Do they know what steps are being missed?
We have been mystery shopping gyms for over a decade and have in-depth data to share in the roundtables that can sharpen your sales process. For example, Saturday phone enquiries are generally 50% shorter than weekday phone calls.
You’ll be blown away by what we have found and the checklist we can provide you to go back to sharpen your skills so every prospect has a profound experience in your club and becomes a member.
Book your spot at Ignite Fitness Business Event
September 14th Melbourne Crown Plaza
www.ignitefitness.com.au/registration
And hear Justin and Lisa host a roundtable that will leave you booking a mystery shop and adding more profit to your business.
Contact Justin at
https://mysteryshoppingforfitnessbusinesses.com.au

Jul 21, 2023
EGYM Australia
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

Jul 7, 2023
BodyFit Training Launches Hong Kong
Jul 7, 2023
Jul 7, 2023
34 min
BodyFit Training Is A Global Leader In Fitness Franchising
The Success Stems From The Science Of The Business
Model, And Community.
BFT Rolls Out In Hong Kong
Singapore Is A Huge Success
Wellness Comes To BFT
Get In Touch With David
With Only A Few Territories Left,
Now Is The Time To Launch Your BFT Model
https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-aitchison-12b97535/

Apr 20, 2023
AusFitness Show Sydney
Apr 20, 2023
Apr 20, 2023
16 min
TODAY'S GUEST IS All ROUNDER FITNESS INDUSTRY ICON, ENTREPRENEUR, IDEATOR AND GREAT GUY PLEASE WELCOME TO THE SHOW, SHAUN KRENZ.
We discuss the free personal training summit, fitness business summit and trade show!
This a great 15-minute listen to get you all set to attend a rewarding three days that will create profit for every business.
Register now
I'll be participating in three-panel discussions.*Group Fitness Business *Womens Leadership and *Older Adult Market. I would love to catch up with independent clubs and franchisors who need support in their business.Please support our local Australian show and register now.AusFitness Industry is the annual free-to-attend TRADE SHOW & CONFERENCE for anyone who works or owns a business within the fitness and leisure industry.Held on Friday 28th and Saturday 29th of April at ICC Sydney, AusFitness Industry brings togetherthe entire industry to learn, network and do business. Whether you're a gym owner, personaltrainer, facility manager, or industry executive, this is your show.See what's new in health, wellness and fitness. Discover exciting new products and equipment, hear from the fitness industry's leaders and participate in a wealth of classes andworkshops.
Get your FREE tickets now at
https://ausfitnessexpo.com.au/industry

Mar 31, 2023
Gym Owners Social Selling Keepme.ai
Mar 31, 2023
Mar 31, 2023
32 min
Listen To Olivia Milne Talk About Social Selling In The Fitness Industry.
Social Selling: The Who, What, When and How to Do It Right in Keepme
After this episode, register your interest for
The Ignite Fitness Business Event In Melbourne
September 14th 2023.
www.ignitefitness.com.au

Jan 19, 2023
Jarrod Saracco The Future Of Gym Business
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