This Month in Club Insider: November 2024
MOSSA
LET'S MOVE!®
By: Justin Cates
Justin CatesExercise is hard. And, hard is not fun. I know what you're saying: But, Justin, C.I. always run these little ads that say, "Make It Fun!" We sure do, and it's to always remind our readers of the first line of this article: Exercise is hard. And, hard is not fun. But, it doesn't have to be that way. There are ways around these two unmistakable truths of our business. One method is to trick the mind. The other is to share in the pain. And, if you can do both at the same time, now you're really onto something. Enter MOSSA.
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The FTC Ruling on "Click to Cancel" in Fitness Memberships
By: Sara Kooperman, JD
Sara Kooperman, JDThe Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) new "Click to Cancel" rule aims to protect consumers by making it easier to cancel subscriptions online, matching the simplicity of the sign-up process. This regulation, which affects businesses across industries, has particular implications for the fitness sector, where recurring memberships and subscriptions are core components.
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Lessons Learned from "Texas Skis" Teambuilding Exercise
By: Herb Lipsman
Herb LipsmanYears ago, while serving as General Manager for The Houstonian Club, I participated with the leadership team of The Houstonian Hotel, Club and Spa in a teambuilding day where we engaged in several teamwork exercises designed to strengthen bonds, mutual understanding, respect for one another and improve cooperation and collaboration. It was a great day together, and it accomplished most of our objectives. One exercise, in particular, made an impression on me and my teammates, and it has stayed with me throughout my career. The exercise was called, "The Texas Skis." Allow me to paint the picture...
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Designing a Healthy Health Club
A Guide to Sustainable and Safe Wellness Spaces
By: Bruce Carter
Bruce CarterWhen designing a modern health club, creating a space that promotes both environmental sustainability and the health and wellbeing of its members is essential. This involves a dual approach: integrating energy-efficient, sustainable materials into the design and then making sure to effectively communicate these efforts to members. Using energy-efficient design and sustainable materials not only lowers operational costs but also aligns with environmental responsibilities. Here's how you can design a healthy, sustainable health club that sets a new standard in wellness.
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The Secrets of Visionary Thinkers
10 Rules For Brainstorming Success
By: Susan Robertson
Susan RobertsonAt various times, the popular press raises the idea that group brainstorming isn't effective at generating creative solutions. That assertion is erroneous for a variety of reasons. Groups can, and do, successfully brainstorm creative and useful solutions. But, research does show that effective brainstorming requires adherence to some specific guidelines. If it's done casually, without guidelines, and the sessions are run by people with no knowledge of how to do it well, it will be significantly less effective than it could be.
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World Gym International Acquired
LOS ANGELES, CA - World Gym International, the iconic global fitness brand, has been acquired by World Fitness Services, Ltd ("WFS"), the parent company of World Gym Taiwan, a publicly listed company (Taiwan Stock Exchange) and the largest franchisee in the World Gym network. WFS owns and operates 130 World Gym fitness centers in Taiwan, demonstrating its deep understanding of the brand and commitment to fitness excellence.
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Blink Fitness Announces Outcome of Auction
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Blink Fitness ("Blink" or the "Company"), the affordable fitness brand known for its commitment to an inclusive and inviting environment, announces that PureGym has been selected as a winning bidder for a substantial portion of the Company's assets following an auction pursuant to the Company's court-supervised sale process. PureGym, a leading global gym operator, will acquire Blink's corporate operations and a substantial portion of Blink's locations, with a focus on New York and New Jersey.
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Maximize Your Holiday Sales with Expert PR Strategies from Nancy Trent
Join the Webinar Hosted by Peter Moore's Halo Talks!
The holiday season is just around the corner, and it's not just about gift-giving... It's a golden opportunity for gym owners and fitness businesses to boost revenue, increase membership and create memorable experiences for clients. If you're wondering how to take full advantage of this prime time of year, you won't want to miss the upcoming webinar from PR expert Nancy Trent, hosted by Halo Talks.
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Norm's Notes for November 2024
By: Norm Cates
Norm CatesHello Everybody! This is your Club Insider Founder and Tribal Leader Since 1993 checking in with our 371st monthly edition of this 31+ year running club business publication I refer to as: A Labor of Love! I'm very thankful that you've tuned in again for this iteration of Norm's Notes, as I proceed on my keyboard with my longtime habit of "Telling-It-Like-It-Is!" I'm really happy that you're reading this edition, and I want to THANK YOU ALL for sticking with us every month! As usual, we have a bunch of health and fitness club business news, so please read on!
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