June 18, 2024
Here’s How Coach Noble Scaled His Fitness Business from 75 To Over 200 Clients with FitBudd
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Learn how transitioning to a hybrid gym model boosted this gym’s revenue by 50%. Discover the strategies that made their fitness business thrive both online and offline.
In an era where fitness businesses are rapidly adapting to meet the diverse needs of their clients, one gym in Australia has set a remarkable example. By embracing a hybrid fitness model through the FitBudd platform, the gym transformed its operations and achieved a staggering 50% increase in revenue. Despite having a single location and a membership base of just 150 in-person members, the introduction of an app-driven approach expanded their reach and attracted new online-only subscribers.
Charging $130 per month for its in-person members, the gym effectively leveraged the FitBudd platform to create an additional income stream without significant operational costs. This case study highlights the untapped potential of hybrid fitness services and how this innovative strategy became a cornerstone of the gym’s success.
Before implementing the FitBudd platform, the gym faced several challenges that are common across the fitness industry, especially for small-to-medium-sized fitness centers:
With only one location and 150 members, the gym’s ability to grow was constrained by physical space, time, and resources. While members paid a relatively high fee of $130 per month, the gym’s growth potential was capped, as they could not significantly increase membership numbers without overcrowding or compromising the quality of service.
Even though the gym had a solid membership base, retaining members was an ongoing challenge. With busy lifestyles, inconsistent schedules, and the occasional geographic barrier, some members struggled to attend regularly. Members who fell out of the habit of attending in-person sessions became more likely to cancel their memberships, leading to periodic revenue losses.
The gym needed to offer members more flexible options to stay engaged, even when they couldn’t physically attend.
The gym sought to expand its customer base but faced obstacles related to its location. Geographic limitations meant that many potential customers were out of reach, either because they lived too far away or preferred the convenience of home workouts. Without digital services, there was no way to attract this untapped market.
Like many gyms, operational costs such as rent, utilities, equipment maintenance, and staff salaries were consistent expenses. The gym was looking for a way to increase revenue without the significant overhead costs associated with expanding the physical location or hiring additional staff.
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The gym decided to implement a hybrid model by integrating FitBudd, an app designed to help fitness centers provide online services, track member progress, and enhance overall engagement. This allowed the gym to offer a variety of online services, which effectively extended their reach beyond the limitations of their physical space.
The FitBudd platform enabled the gym to create a seamless, hybrid experience that catered to both in-person and remote members. It achieved this by focusing on three core areas:
FitBudd’s online workout feature was a game-changer for the gym. Members could access a wide range of workout programs curated by the gym’s trainers, from high-intensity interval training (HIIT) to strength training and yoga. These programs were designed to cater to all fitness levels and could be accessed anytime, anywhere.
For the gym’s existing members, this feature provided flexibility. They could now continue their workout routines even when they couldn’t physically come to the gym. For potential customers, particularly those outside of Australia, the online workout option made it possible to join the gym’s community remotely.
One of the key advantages of using FitBudd was the built-in progress tracking feature. This feature allowed gym members to log their workouts, track improvements, and measure key fitness metrics such as weight, strength, endurance, and flexibility.
The ability to monitor progress through the app gave members a more personalized experience, increased their motivation, and made it easier for trainers to offer tailored guidance and support, even for those members participating remotely.
To further enhance member engagement, FitBudd introduced a check-in feature. Members could log their workouts and activities within the app, allowing the gym to track member consistency and provide motivational feedback. This created a sense of accountability and kept members engaged with their fitness routines, regardless of whether they were attending the gym in person or using the app for online workouts.
The first step in the hybrid model was rolling out the FitBudd app to the gym’s 150 existing members. For a small additional fee of $3 per month, members gained access to the app’s online workouts and progress-tracking features. This proved to be an attractive proposition, as it offered more flexibility for members who couldn’t attend in person while still maintaining their connection to the gym.
The initial rollout was met with a positive response, with a majority of members opting to use the app. The low additional cost of $3 per month felt reasonable, and members appreciated having access to structured, expert-led workouts they could do on their own time. This also enhanced member satisfaction by offering a more flexible experience, which reduced the likelihood of cancellations due to scheduling conflicts or life events.
After successfully introducing the app to existing members, the gym took the next step: offering online-only memberships through FitBudd. These memberships were priced at just $3 per month and targeted people who weren’t able to visit the gym but still wanted access to structured fitness programs and expert coaching.
The online-only memberships were marketed through social media platforms, email campaigns, and word of mouth. The appeal was immediate: by providing affordable access to high-quality fitness content, the gym could attract a whole new customer segment beyond its physical location. Within a short time, the gym had added 300 online-only members—double the number of its in-person members.
The implementation of FitBudd led to a remarkable increase in revenue. The gym’s monthly income grew by 50%, primarily driven by the combination of app access for existing members and the surge in online-only memberships.
The key to this success was the low operational cost associated with digital services. Unlike traditional expansion methods, such as opening new locations or hiring more trainers, the app-based hybrid model allowed the gym to scale its offerings without significantly increasing overhead.
Here’s how the numbers broke down:
In total, the gym generated an extra $1,350 per month from app subscriptions alone, which represented a 50% increase in overall revenue.
Thanks to the online-only memberships, the gym was able to more than double the number of people using its services. The 300 online-only members were twice the number of the gym’s regular, in-person members. This expanded reach allowed the gym to grow its brand and attract customers from outside its physical location.
The flexibility of the hybrid model also contributed to improved member retention. Existing members who might have canceled due to scheduling conflicts, travel, or other life events were now more likely to stay engaged with the gym through the FitBudd app. By providing an easy-to-access solution that allowed them to continue working out from home or on the go, the gym reduced its churn rate and kept members connected.
The features of the FitBudd app, such as progress tracking and check-ins, helped members stay motivated and accountable. Members could track their fitness improvements and stay on top of their goals, which fostered a stronger sense of personal achievement and loyalty to the gym. This was particularly important for online-only members, who may have lacked the in-person motivation of a physical gym.
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Try for FREEThe gym’s experience demonstrates the incredible potential of hybrid fitness models in the modern fitness industry. By incorporating digital services like online workouts, progress tracking, and check-ins through FitBudd, the gym was able to:
This case highlights the effectiveness of leveraging technology to complement traditional fitness services, enabling gyms to expand their reach and boost revenue while keeping members engaged and satisfied.
FitBudd’s gym management solutions can help you scale your business, engage your members, and grow your revenue just like this gym in Australia. Whether you’re looking to enhance your existing services or attract a new audience, FitBudd offers the tools you need to succeed.
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