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Feature Spotlight: Online Module Setup
This Feature Spotlight focuses on the GymMaster Online Module. The module allows you to integrate your schedule, member portal, and sign up page onto your existing website - a live timetable and your own branding, giving your members more ways to … More
Tackle Unpaid Account Balances
Do you dread the idea of having to call up your clients to ask for payments on unpaid account balances? Do you let you financials suffer because you avoid that awkward conversation? Do you worry this phone call may affect your ongoing relationship … More
Let members pay balances online
Debt collection doesn’t have to be the bane of your job any longer. With GymMaster, you can simply direct your members to the online member portal, where your members pay online. Whether it’s a failed payment, an IOU, or a complicated … More
How to Manage Throughout The Quiet Season
Last week we looked at when people sign up and cancel their gym memberships. This week we’re taking an in depth look at when the most popular time is for members to visit your health club, and what you can do during the slow periods, or quiet season, … More
When Do Members Sign Up To Your Gym?
When it comes to being a gym owner, knowledge is power. Knowing when your revenue will be up - when members sign up - and when it will be down, is key to your business’ success. So we’ve done some research from our database which can help you … More
Gym Member Retention Strategy: Onboarding New Members
Congratulations! You’re getting new members signing up to your gym. This article is all about the next step: The onboarding process. Designing a good onboarding strategy will both maximize your member retention and enhance your member … More
Boost New Year's gym retention
Along with the new year comes the annual rush of motivated individuals hoping to make good on their promises to themselves to improve their fitness and health - in fact Nielson reports that 32% of people regard weight loss as the primary New Year’s … More
Why Being in the Cloud is Good for your Fitness Business
Managing your fitness business shouldn’t be a hassle. A cloud solution to managing your business gives you better flexibility, functionality and … More
9 Hidden Costs of Gym Software
So, you’re looking for a new membership management solution. Whether you’re leaving your old provider or it was simply time for a new one, switching your software is a big deal for your business. Here at GymMaster, we believe that a big deal doesn’t … More
The Power of Company Culture in Your Gym
What is Company Culture? Think of culture as the personality of your gym. It’s the experience that your members, potential members, and your staff have when they interact with your company. More specifically, it is your core values, beliefs and … More
6 Things To Look For When Hiring Gym Staff
Many gym owners have noted the importance - and difficulty - of getting and keeping high quality staff. You need staff that you are confident will represent the face of the company that you love; people that reflect the same basic values as you and … More
What should I sell in my gym?
Adding a retail aspect to your business is an effective way to increase your bottom line and add a sense of convenience to your members’ experience at your facility. Think like your members If I get to the gym and realise I’ve forgotten my … More
5 Tips for Smart Social Media Promotions
The other day I saw a sponsored ad on Facebook from one of our GymMaster clients nearby advertising that they’ve recently gone 24/7. It’s great seeing our clients expanding their business by utilizing GymMaster to it’s full potential, and it’s … More
7 Reasons You Need An Online Member Portal
What kind of online experience do you offer your members? Efficiency and convenience govern our preferences in this digital age, where information at our fingertips is becoming an expectation rather than a bonus. A member portal on your website is a … More
10 Direct Debit Tips for Gyms
This blog post was contributed by Debitsuccess Cashflow is essential to any organisation’s success – including gyms. At Debitsuccess, we’re the specialist at collecting recurring payments from customers through our full service billing solution so … More
Which Billing Provider is Right for Me?
Whether you’re a startup or an established business, your billing process is an integral part of how you operate. How you collect your money not only affects your cash flow, but also your expenses and profitability. There are a wide variety of … More
The Value of Member Information
Information about your members is incredibly valuable. Data gives you the ability to preempt problems, analyze past performance and determine trends and likely outcomes. From contact details and membership information to purchase histories and … More
The Cloud and Membership Management Software
Storing my data where? The Cloud offers the ability to store your data/database on a remote server, which you access over the internet. Whether you … More
Leveraging Your 24/7 System
While Access Control systems do provide a simple and affordable way of offering members 24/7 gym access they also make other options and services easier to implement as well. Other Membership Types Off Peak Memberships: Every gym has quiet times when … More
Looking Deeper
Running a business can be both the best and most challenging endeavour many people will ever know. To be successful requires a wide range of skills and knowledge. We’ll be focusing on the latter. Most owners know their profit, sales and expenses. … More