Gym Marketing Made Simple

Is your gym’s marketing strategy working for you, or is it holding you back?

Welcome to the Gym Marketing Made Simple podcast, your go-to resource for exploring the strategies that boutique fitness gyms need to thrive. 

In this episode, we're talking about a free marketing assessment designed specifically for gym owners. This quick, 5 to 10-minute assessment scores your current marketing and sales efforts, offering a clear picture of where your strengths lie and where there’s room for growth.

The best part? It’s unbiased and provides practical insights to help you improve your marketing effectiveness. After taking the assessment, you’ll understand how your strategies compare and what adjustments can help you reach your goals more efficiently.

We also recommend checking out the previous episode with Tommy, where we explored more ways to support business growth.

Don’t forget to share the assessment with your peers and reach out if you’d like more assistance in evaluating your scores.

00:00 Intro

00:20 Assessment Introduction and Purpose

00:38 Overview of the Marketing Assessment

03:06 Importance of the Assessment Score

03:54 Details of the Assessment Questions

06:57 Benefits of Taking the Assessment

08:48 Popcorn Episode

Tune in to learn how this assessment can offer actionable feedback on optimizing your gym’s marketing approach, and the lessons you can apply right away to see real progress.

Is your gym’s marketing hitting the right balance between cost and conversions?

Welcome to the Gym Marketing Made Simple podcast, your go-to resource for exploring the strategies that boutique fitness gyms need to thrive.

In this week’s episode, we dive deep into the challenges and strategies surrounding boutique gym marketing.

Joined by Tommy Allen, we discuss balancing targeting a specific audience while keeping your appeal broad enough to avoid high-cost, low-conversion leads. We break down the math behind lead generation—aiming for $13-$18 per lead, needing a 60% conversion rate to make a $45 lead profitable—and how your ad copy and structured offers can make or break your campaign's success.

The conversation highlights the importance of retention and boosting the average revenue per member to ensure sustainable growth. While cheaper marketing options may seem appealing, the team emphasizes that predictable results from tested strategies are worth the investment.

Tommy also shares insights on how testing new ad copy variations and crafting offers tailored to client needs can lead to consistent marketing outcomes, ensuring your gym continues growing.

00:00 Intro

00:30 Marketing Strategy for Boutique Fitness Gyms 

03:55 Balancing Specificity and Generalization in Advertising 

04:45 Cost Per Lead and Conversion Rates

21:34 Structuring Offers and Retention Strategies

24:21 The Value of Predictable Results in Marketing

Tune in to learn how your gym can achieve sustainable marketing success and what actionable steps you can take to optimize your approach today.

Are Paid Ads Worth the Investment for Your Gym?

Welcome to the Gym Marketing Made Simple podcast, your go-to resource for exploring the strategies that boutique fitness gyms need to thrive.

In today’s episode, we’re diving into the real impact of paid advertising on gym growth and whether it's worth the investment. Tommy Allen joins us to show how a gym using Lasso went from $19k to $47k in revenue over two years by leveraging paid ads. While paid ads target colder traffic, they provide more predictable revenue than relying solely on referrals.

We’ll explore how rising lead costs—from $5 to $27 to $37—require better systems and processes for managing leads. With a $750 ad budget, generating 50 leads at a 20% conversion rate, gyms are seeing a return of 380%, thanks to each client's $ 3,600-lifetime value.

Tune in to this episode to learn how consistent lead generation through paid advertising can support long-term success and growth for your gym.

Tommy offers valuable insights on building sustainable systems that ensure every dollar spent is worth it.

00:00 Intro

00:10 Paid Advertising vs. Referral-Based Marketing

01:49 Success Story: FIT Mamas

03:29 Challenges in Paid Advertising

06:53 Cost Per Lead and Self-Funded Client Acquisition

14:07 Realistic Expectations for ROI

14:34 Volume vs. Quality in Lead Generation

14:50 The Role of Paid Advertising in Business Growth

15:09 The Importance of Long-Term View in Marketing

19:18 The Impact of Paid Advertising on Business Revenue

24:42 The Role of Referrals and Organic Traffic

29:03 The Opportunity Cost of Not Working with Lasso

What lesson can you take away from this episode? Paid ads aren’t just about quick wins; they’re about creating a steady flow of new clients and building a long-term strategy for gym success.

What if you could make sales easier just by being better prepared?

Welcome to the Gym Marketing Made Simple podcast, your go-to resource for exploring the strategies that boutique fitness gyms need to thrive.

In this episode, Sherman explains how mastering the art of handling objections and leveraging testimonials can significantly smooth your sales process.

By addressing common concerns like schedules and budgets before mentioning the price, you can guide potential clients with confidence and clarity. Sherman also shares practical tips on role-playing objection responses, recording new objections, and brainstorming with your sales team.

Additionally, he explores the power of testimonials—how to use them effectively through dedicated pages, binders, and follow-up emails to build trust and credibility.

00:00 Intro

00:10 Testimonials and Initial Welcome

3:09 Proactive Objection Handling

5:15 Role-Playing and Practical Tips

10:32 Brainstorming and Testimonials

16:54 Common Objections and Preparation

22:08 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

Learn how to enhance your sales approach by being prepared for objections and improving your process, leading to better customer experiences and more successful deals.

Is Offering Too Many Options Confusing Your Clients?

Welcome to the Gym Marketing Made Simple podcast, your go-to resource for exploring the strategies that boutique fitness gyms need to thrive.

Today’s episode discusses why offering too many choices might hurt your sales. We’ll explain how presenting a clear and concise sales strategy, starting with a premium service like personal training or nutrition coaching, can make all the difference.

By offering a simple, straightforward group class option as a follow-up, you help clients confidently make decisions. 

We’ll also discuss why giving away the first month for free might not be as beneficial as it seems and how focusing on the client’s needs, one solution at a time, is critical. And remember, sometimes silence during the sales process is the most powerful tool you can use.

00:00 Intro 

00:20 Sales Strategies for Boutique Fitness Gyms

1:35 Simplifying Sales Offerings

8:47 The Importance of Clear and Concise Offerings

16:03 Handling Objections and Closing Sales

21:47 Practical Tips for Improving Sales

Tune in to learn how to simplify your sales approach and improve client engagement and conversion in your gym.

How much business are you leaving on the table by not following up?

Welcome to the Gym Marketing Made Simple podcast, your go-to resource for exploring the strategies that boutique fitness gyms need to thrive.

In this episode, we focus on the vital role of lead nurturing and consistent follow-up in the fitness industry. We explain why immediate responses and a structured approach to handling leads are essential in building trust and driving conversions.

Hiring virtual assistants to manage these tasks can greatly enhance your gym’s efficiency, ensuring that no lead falls through the cracks.

Learn how long-term follow-up, even over 12 or 48 weeks, can lead to successful conversions and increased revenue. This episode provides actionable tips to optimize your lead response process and highlights the importance of persistence in growing your business.

By the end, you'll understand how a streamlined follow-up process can significantly impact your gym's success.

00:00 Intro

00:10 Lead nurturing in fitness marketing with tips for success. 

5:20 Lead nurture importance and response time

11:34 Lead nurturing and follow-up in fitness marketing.

17:47 Lead quality and nurturing in digital marketing.

21:40 Lead nurture process for gyms, reducing workload for owners

Tune in to learn how to fine-tune your lead nurturing strategy for better conversions and lasting growth.

Are you curious how understanding sales psychology can transform your fitness business? 

Welcome to the Gym Marketing Made Simple podcast, your go-to resource for exploring the strategies that boutique fitness gyms need to thrive. 

In this episode, the focus is on the critical role of sales psychology in the fitness industry. One key aspect that I explore is how addressing clients' fears and concerns can lead to better decision-making regarding their health and fitness journeys. Additionally, I delve into the importance of shifting your mindset to overcome apprehensions about cold calling, emphasizing that it is a powerful tool for helping clients achieve their goals.

This episode highlights the significance of genuinely helping others, maintaining a positive attitude, and consistently practicing your sales skills. These insights are designed to help you make a lasting impact on your clients' lives and improve your business's success.

00:00 Intro

00:10 Sales psychology and conversion rates for fitness gyms. 

3:12 Sales mindset and techniques for gym owners

10:10 Cold calling and CRM for gym ownership

14:35 Sales mindset, cold calling, objections, and action planning

21:17 Sales skills, mindset, and practice for success

Tune in to this episode to learn valuable lessons on enhancing your sales approach in the fitness industry.

Have you ever wondered how a personal touch could revolutionize your gym's client retention and growth? 

Welcome to the Gym Marketing Made Simple podcast, your go-to resource for exploring the strategies that boutique fitness gyms need to thrive.

In this episode, we delve into the crucial role of personal touch in small group classes and one-on-one training. Join us as we discuss the operational challenges of maintaining high-touch customer service as gyms expand and the strategies for overcoming these hurdles.

Our guest, Mark Fisher, shares his insights on the importance of hiring the right people through personality style tests and stress tests and implementing a systematic hiring approach.

We also explore the essentials of having a functional website, a compelling offer, and a dashboard for tracking results. Additionally, Mark provides valuable advice on generating leads for fitness businesses beyond paid digital marketing.

Learn how building relationships, starting conversations with strangers, understanding lead costs, and nurturing leads through personal networking can significantly impact your gym’s success.

00:00 Intro

00:10 Gym ownership, marketing, and personal training.

4:27 Hiring and retaining employees in a small gym setting

9:30 Hiring and firing practices for small business success. 

12:57 Hiring and marketing for gym owners, emphasizing the importance of bringing the right people on board.

15:46 Marketing strategies for gym owners, focusing on lead generation and follow-up processes.

22:08 When gyms should start marketing and how to retain clients

27: 23 Marketing strategies for gym owners, including referrals and paid advertising.

32:07 Marketing strategies for gyms, including networking and paid advertising

37:14 AI's potential to replace human lead nurture in marketing

41:27 Personalized customer service in fitness gyms

47:14 Marketing strategies for fitness businesses.

Tune in to this episode to learn how a personal touch can enhance your gym’s client retention and growth. Discover practical strategies for hiring, operational efficiency, and lead generation to ensure your gym thrives.

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Is Your Gym Struggling to Keep Clients? Here’s How to Fix It!

Welcome to the Gym Marketing Made Simple podcast, your go-to resource for exploring the strategies that boutique fitness gyms need to thrive.

In today’s episode, we have Josh Martin as our guest, sharing insights on common challenges gym owners face, such as lack of systemization, poor coaching, and client retention issues.

We discuss effective strategies to overcome these hurdles, including implementing systems for onboarding clients and conducting sales conversations, providing effective coaching, and addressing the root causes of client dissatisfaction.

The importance of mentorship, personal responsibility, continuous learning, and building strong client relationships is emphasized, alongside the significance of human connection in service-based businesses. We also highlight the importance of having a clear vision of long-term success and the steps needed to achieve it.

00:00 Intro

00:10 Gym ownership, coaching, and exit strategy with a focus on Josh Martin’'s experience

3:42 Systematizing gym operations for growth and success

8:11 Gyms' readiness for growth and marketing strategies. 

14:07 Coaching certification and its importance in connecting with clients. 

17:32 The importance of human connection in business, with a focus on gym ownership

22:18 Hiring coaches for gyms, balancing technical skills and people skills.

27:09 Gym owner challenges, including losing clients, marketing, and coaching

33:17 Hiring and retaining gym coaches, focusing on personal responsibility and continual growth

39:03 Online coaching program for gym owners and coaches.

Tune in to learn how to implement effective systems, improve coaching, and build lasting relationships with your clients for long-term success in your fitness business.

Are You Truly Listening to Your Clients?

Welcome to the Gym Marketing Made Simple podcast, your go-to resource for exploring the strategies that boutique fitness gyms need to thrive. 

In this episode, we focus on the powerful impact of understanding clients' problems and building emotional connections to boost sales. We discuss how personalized conversations, trust-building, and active listening can improve your sales approach.

They also share insights on the importance of follow-up for gathering feedback and the limitations of relying solely on AI for sales interactions. 

Finally, we highlight why having a genuine passion for your product or service is crucial for success in sales training.

00:00 Intro

00:10 Gym ownership and marketing strategies with a new franchise owner

4:05 Understanding clients' needs and solving their problems.

10:00 Importance of building trust before selling fitness memberships

14:23 How gym owners can better communicate with clients and close deals.

17:41 Sales techniques and customer nurturing in the fitness industry. 

21:57 Sales techniques and personalized approach

25:19 Marketing and sales strategies for gyms with a focus on personalized approach and data-driven decision-making

Tune in to learn how to strengthen your communication skills, foster meaningful client relationships, and cultivate a winning mindset in your sales efforts.