In this bonus episode of Conversations with ClubRight, Ryan Charlesworth of Black Raccoon Consultancy joins Wayne to discuss some predicted trends for the fitness industry in 2025.

They'll cover topics such as AI in the fitness industry, how gyms can capitalise on data-driven personalisation, holistic wellness and how to leverage community. 

Tune in for valuable insights and actionable strategies to help your fitness business thrive in 2025!

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Connect with Ryan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryancharlesworth/ 

Black Raccoon Consultancy: https://www.blackraccoon.org/ 

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It’s the finale of season two and who better to close out a brilliant season than Mike Hind MBE. 

Mike is the founder of several successful businesses in the fitness industry and is most known for his dedication to his local community. 

In this episode, we’re getting into what it was like opening a gym with £2,000, what drives him to play such an active role in his community and how other gym owners can do the same - plus, a hilarious story from when Mike picked up his MBE! 

We’d like to take a moment to thank all of our guests and listeners for helping to make Season Two of Conversations with ClubRight happen. We’ve had a blast recording this season and we’ll see you again soon.

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Website: https://mikehindmbe.co.uk/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikehind_mbe/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MikeHindFitness 

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In the penultimate episode of season two, we’re delving into the world of access control - and who better to chat to than industry expert Simon Trobe of Zero IT Solutions!

We spoke to Simon about the security benefits of installing door access, the liabilities involved with gym security, which methods of access control are worth the hype and how gyms can transition to being open 24/7.

If you’re considering access control at your gym or you’re curious as to how you can make your business more secure, this is the episode for you.

Speak to Zero IT Solutions

https://clubright.co.uk/clubright-connect/zero-it-solutions-ltd/ 

E: [email protected]

Tel: 0141 737 7833

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Sometimes it’s not straightforward to get simple answers to your questions, especially if you’re opening a new club and have never run a business. 

So to help you along the way, Wayne is answering some of gym owners’ most-asked questions, from how to find a gym premises to hiring and retaining staff.

Timestamps

02:00 - Is opening a gym profitable?

05:25 - How can I retain my gym staff?

10:39 - How should I deal with members who book but don’t turn up to my classes?

16:16 - What should I look for in a gym location?

24:21 - How can I compete against budget gyms?

30:10 - Is Direct Debit too advanced for my class studio?

36:11 - Why are my member attrition rates so high?

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This week, Wayne shares his tried and tested member acquisition strategy so that you can drive some serious revenue in 2024. He covers everything from defining your USP to building a seamless referral program and converting prospects into paying members.

If you find lead generation challenging, this is the episode for you.

Timestamps

02:56 - Defining Your USP

08:37 - Marketing Mix

17:50 - Driving Referrals

26:47 - Boosting Conversion Rates

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Happy New Year everyone!

In our first episode after our mid-season Christmas break, we’ve got Ryan Charlesworth of Black Raccoon Consulting on to chat about some predictions for the fitness industry in 2024. 

We’re covering everything from holistic wellness to smart equipment, and most importantly, what your club can do to get ahead of the trends.

Find Ryan

Listen to The Inside Track Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@theinsidetrackpodcast/featured 

Connect with Ryan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryancharlesworth/ 

Black Raccoon Consultancy: https://www.blackraccoon.org/ 

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This week Wayne is joined by the Founder of FTC Gym, John Grindrod. John chats to us about his time in the RAF and what led him to build a wildly successful gym in Ipswich.

He shares everything he learned along the way, from retaining more than 60% of his members during the nationwide lockdowns to how you can strive for excellence in every aspect of your business.

Find John

FTC Gym: https://www.ftcgym.com/home 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ftcgymipswich/?hl=en 

LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/john-grindrod-bsc-hons-92283271 

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This week Wayne is joined by ClubRight’s Head of Customer Success, Paul Jouanny, to chat about how member expectations have changed in recent years and what businesses can do to stay ahead. They cover how customer expectations have changed, how gyms can spot a change in their members’ expectations and offer practical advice on how to deal with it.

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In Episode 3 of Season 2, Wayne is joined by Debbie Hancock of Southbourne Accountancy to discuss how the current economic climate impacts businesses in the fitness industry. Debbie also gives some knockout advice on money mindset, breaks down cash forecasting and gives you some actionable steps you can take today to get back on top of your business finances.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the financial aspect of running a gym, this is the episode for you.

Where to Find Debbie

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/debbie.hancockSA/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/southbourneaccountancy/ 

Money Mindset Freebee: https://moneymindset.southbourneaccountancy.co.uk/opt-in 

Book a Coffee & Chat: https://link.leaddec.com/widget/bookings/coaching_inital 

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In the second episode of Season Two’s premiere, Wayne goes even deeper into how ClubRight came to be. 

He shares how he went from gym owner to founder of a Member Management supplier and the events that followed…

If you’ve ever wondered how ClubRight came to be, this is the episode that tells-all.

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