“This Is Not What I Thought!” The Statement Uttered By Fitness Business Owners Across The Globe
Last month, I attended a 3 day professional development program with REX Roundtables in the US where I learned that gym owners have their expectations exceeded in what is covered in a meeting. They are completely blown away by the culture, the relationships and the genuine care (maybe even love) members have for each other.
As Chairs of Roundtables, we shared what members say about their experiences at meetings. Some have been members for over 15 years, others a decade and some are in their first 12 months but all are unanimous in saying that you cannot explain a Roundtable experience in a brochure, website or even a video. Just have to commit and attend!
But what totally blew me away was how REX members in the US rallied around other REX members who were devastated by the floods in Houston. As a collective they raised over $40K not for the owners but for the staff who had lost possessions.
And that story reminded me of when I was a member of a Roundtable and when I fell ill, that a member of my Roundtable offered to come to my club and manage it until I was better.
The relationships that are made and developed on REX Roundtables and in the Industry Leaders Roundtable are unique, powerful, life long and deep. There is enormous trust built in the groups and the support between the members is perhaps indescribable.
At each meeting, the agenda covers trends (in the industry and out of industry), how to look after our Team for longevity, improving member and team culture, scaling the business and so more strategy. But for many the true value comes over lunch, in the bar or working out with their peers.
There simply is NOTHING like Roundtables in the fitness industry. PERIOD!
Background:
I have been Chairing Roundtables in Australia since 2005. I have lead 172 Roundtable meetings. I currently have Roundtables for Club Owners, personal trainers and Anytime Fitness franchisees. We have amazing retention of members, results for members and relationships that have been fostered.
Currently REX operates in the US, Europe and in Australia under the brand The Industry Leaders Roundtable. You can find out more by:
- Going to www.REXRoundtables.com if you are in the US or Europe
- Checking out www.IndustryLeadersRoundtable.com.au if you are in Australia
NOTE – In 2018, I am launching two new roundtables and taking applications now for:
- Victorian Personal Trainers – first meeting 15th February 2018
- New Zealand Gym & Studio Owners – first meeting 6th to 8th March 2018
Apply now at www.IndustryLeadersRoundtable.com.au
Justin is the Managing Director of Active Management, which he began January 2004. He offers coaching to businesses worldwide in everything from start up and design to marketing and sales systems. Justin also facilitates four Australian and New Zealand ‘fitness industry roundtables’ events, which allows him to see a huge cross section of business models.