Club Solutions Magazine

The hybrid model – meaning a combination of the in-person and digital experience – is leaving an impact on the industry. And Les Mills is at the forefront.

In this episode of the Club Solutions Magazine podcast, Rico Francis, the president and co-founder of Peake Media, sat down with Adrian Heffernan, the vice president of customer experience at Les Mills.

Heffernan shares his history in the industry and how he came to be at Les Mills. They also discuss the phenomenon of the hybrid model, its impact on health clubs and operators, and how Les Mills can help with this evolution.

In this episode of the Club Solutions Magazine podcast, host Rachel Zabonick-Chonko chats with Chris Stevenson and Marisa Hoff of The Empower Group and Be Military Fit franchise owners. They discuss where the industry is today, trends in virtual and outdoor fitness, favorite leadership books, and more.

The audio version of the virtual roundtable "Data-Driven Marketing: Driving Sales and ROI" — part of the 2021 Club Solutions Connect event. Panelists include:

Lyle Gadin, the vice president of client strategy at MOTUS Consumer Insights

Jake McCabe, the vice president of marketing at Genesis Health Clubs

Bryan K. O’Rourke, the owner of Moon Mission Media

Lisa Maguire, the marketing and advertising director at Hockessin Athletic Club

Merikay Marzoni, the director of marketing and public relations at Fitness Formula Clubs

Can data make a difference?

Time and time again, MXM powered by Medallia has proven it really can.

In this episode of the Club Solutions Magazine podcast, Ric Francis, the president and co-founder of Peake Media, sat down with Blair McHaney, the president and CEO of MXM and the owner of the Worx of Wenatchee Valley, a two-location health club based in Wenatchee, Washington.

They dive into how McHaney got his start in the fitness industry, what role data plays in health club success, the gaps and shortfalls McHaney most often sees plaguing clubs, an incredible turnaround story and the future of MXM.

The audio version of the monthly webinar series "Thought Leaders" by Club Solutions Magazine, surrounding the topic of medical fitness. Sponsored by ASF. Panelists include:

-Chris Craytor, the CEO of ACAC

-Debra Siena, the president of Midtown Health

-Karen Raisch-Siegel, the executive director of LifeWorks of Southwest General

-Alan Loyd, the executive director of Beacon Health & Fitness

-Kevin McHugh, the COO of The Atlantic Club

The audio version of the virtual roundtable "Outdoor Fitness: Creating the Ultimate Experience" — part of the 2021 Club Solutions Connect event. Panelists include:

Alastair Watson, the VP of Keiser

Amina Daniels, owner of Live. Cycle. Delight

Jarrod Saracco, the COO of World Gym

Jason Allen, the senior director of operations at In-Shape Health Clubs

Marisa Hoff, the co-owner of Be Military Fit and director of operations at Stevenson Consulting

Ralph Rajs, the COO of Forma Gym

The audio version of the virtual roundtable "The Ins and Outs of Successful Virtual Fitness" — part of the 2021 Club Solutions Connect event. Panelists include:

Nick Cross, the president of MotionVibe

Cecil Hightower, a partner at Villa 59 Fitness Consulting

Staci Alden, the group fitness director at PRO Club

Michele Melkerson-Granryd, the general manager of Castle Hill Fitness

Sheldon McBee, the personal training director at Universal Athletic Club

On this episode of the Club Solutions Magazine podcast, the senior management team of Dubai-based GymNation — Loren Holland, Frank Afeaki and Ant Martland — share how the market responded to their gyms, how they are revolutionizing the fitness market in the UAE and more.

The audio version of the virtual roundtable "Creating Raving Fans — Member Engagement Strategies" — part of the 2021 Club Solutions Connect event. Panelists include:

Katie Bossie, the senior business manager of Listen360

Rich Novelli, the general manager of Highpoint Sport & Wellness

Mark Miller, the COO of Merritt Clubs

Mindi Bridges, the chief brand and marketing officer of VASA Fitness

Matt Wright, partner at Fort Athletic Club

Karen M. Raisch-Siegel, the executive director of LifeWorks of Southwest General

The audio version of the virtual roundtable "Lessons Learned: Building a Crisis-Proof Organization" — part of the 2021 Club Solutions Connect event. Panelists include:

Sean Turner, the CEO of Les Mills US

Chez Misko, the COO of Wisconsin Athletic Club

Christopher Montoya, the president of Thrive Business Development / Fit Republic

Cher Harris, the general manager of The Houstonian Club

Laurie Smith, the senior vice president of VillaSport Athletic Club and Spa

Ralph Rajs, the COO of Forma Gym