Gym Owners Fitness Business Podcast With Mel Tempest
Fitness Business For Gym Owners - Independents - Franchisees
Fitness Business For Gym Owners - Independents - Franchisees
Episodes

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

Sep 29, 2023
New Programs Win New Members
Sep 29, 2023
Sep 29, 2023
31 min
New Group Fitness Programs By Les Mills
Shapes
Try Shapes Today
And
Strength Development
Try Strength Development Today
Creating Opportunities For Clubs And Studios
Contact Hylton
hylton@lesmills.com.au
https://www.lesmills.com.au
#LesMills
#GroupFitness
#LMAP

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

Aug 13, 2023
DX FACTOR 24/7 RESPONSIVE TECH FOR GYMS
Aug 13, 2023
Aug 13, 2023
16 min
DX FACTOR CREATE 24/7 RESPONSIVE TECH FOR GYMS.
WHO IS DX FACTOR?
DXFactor helps companies build and implement digital transformation solutions with successful outcomes.
Lead client engagements focused on driving higher revenues and performance results in sales, marketing, and organizational programs.
Provide an accelerated approach for the development of AI applications.
We help brands be metaverse-ready!
Contact the DX team at www.dxfactor.com

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 21, 2023
Disabilities - LGTBQIA+ - Older Demographic
Jul 21, 2023
Jul 21, 2023
1 min
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

Jul 7, 2023
Gym Digital Marketing
Jul 7, 2023
Jul 7, 2023
1 min
Roll up your sleeves and build the roadmap to your success together. Get actionable insights, cutting-edge strategies, and tools to take your gym to the next level. If you're ready to put in the work, we're prepared to deliver the results. Your business breakthrough awaits. Join us now! Our event is for everyone *Gym Owners *Managers *Reception And Sales Teams *Personal Trainers *Boutique Start-Ups *Leisure *Franchise. Purchase your ticket today;- https://lnkd.in/gxHgFghf
add promo code VIPFRIEND to save $50

Who Is Mel Tempest?
Mel left school at 14 since then; she has had an interesting life which she presents at global fitness business events. Mel was the first Australian to open a men-only gym first Australian awarded the IHRSA Institute Scholarship in 2017. Her business was in the Smart Company Top#5 and awarded the FBA Influencer 2020, a finalist for Women's Agenda and in 2022, she was inducted into the AUSActive Role Of Honour. She opened her gym in 2003 in a church hall with a $2 cash tin and has not looked back. A speaker and sounding board for many, Mel thrives on working with suppliers and gym owners, creating innovative ideas, building thriving group fitness business models and loves to challenge the status quo for the betterment of the industry.









