3 MISTAKES to avoid when opening up a gym

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Want to know how to start a gym business? Or maybe you are a gym owner already and just want some tips or know the steps to open up a business... In this video I cover starting a gym from scratch and 3 mistakes I made that not only cost me thousands of dollars, but were very valuable learning lessons I want to share with you.
These basic mistakes ended up costing me thousands of dollars and pushed back the process for me, so please do not make the same business mistakes and learn from me!
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@SzatStrength 4 жыл бұрын

Apologies for the audio, but I thought this video came out real decent besides that and wanted to put it out for you! Drop what keeps you going to your gym below and any other gym biz video topics you want!

@laweacachaiweon 4 жыл бұрын

at first i thought the noise came from my headphones

@sethw7399 4 жыл бұрын

Do a video on what you use for your hair.

@rudyrich9817 4 жыл бұрын

Hi you didn't talk about money, how much do You invest? What the cost of your location? Etc.... Thanks

@SzatStrength 4 жыл бұрын

@@rudyrich9817 that will be another video in the future. There is also more on that in my past gym series you can check out. Dive deeper in the channel =]

@islandmusic3385 3 жыл бұрын

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@grimtrigg3r 4 жыл бұрын

Favorite things about my gym: Top of the line equipment Location Open 24/7 Unlimited choice of music It is attached to my house

@SzatStrength 4 жыл бұрын

Down the road I would like to be 24/7 in time... in time...

@malonetravis5785 3 жыл бұрын

Can't be shut down by Gretchen Whitmer

@grimtrigg3r 3 жыл бұрын

@@malonetravis5785 that too my friend, that too.

@bammatthews9092 2 жыл бұрын

My favorite thing about my gym. Is that we have 3 separate buildings. One for the general public, one for classes, and one for powerlifting and strongman (to keep the pedestrians from the animals) also a tight niche group

@FreshTopEnd Жыл бұрын

Very interesting can u tell me what gym that is and where?

@TheCmc22 7 ай бұрын

That is sick! What’s the gym?

@attaromeoakosah2270 3 жыл бұрын

I have a local gym in Ghana, West Africa and i love it. I started small and now is the best local gym in my area. The location, the environment and equipment favors me alot.

@kushsolo8268 Жыл бұрын

Hey I want to open one in liberia, where did you get the equipments?

@andrewharris3417 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Joe my favourite things about my gym are -24 hrs opening Monday - Friday -healthy food and protein shakes available at the end of your workout -free parking -the owner is always nice and welcoming to all

@isaiahtindal5755 24 күн бұрын

The owners at my gym are incredibly passionate about serving the community, always adding stuff to cater to all guests. The way they run the gym has inspired me deeply to try my best to start my own thing! Thankyou for providing videos to help me on my journey they are helpful 🤘🏼💪🏼

@steelfist43 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot man. As an aspiring future gym owner I find your and alan thrall's videos and advice very helpful and inspiring.

@SzatStrength 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome thanks for the support and watching the channel!!!

@wahyuhidayat3454 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for a "not boring" explanations... love it

@jeremy_atlas_strong_ 3 жыл бұрын

This was incredibly helpful, things I had already thought about, but it was good to hear I was on the right track

@champ5866 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent stuff, thank you. i'm glad i bumped into your page. I like the 1 sentence description advise.....good stuff

@TheDecado316 4 жыл бұрын

great video Joe. The best attributes of the gym i train at is atmosphere community feeling. allowed to play my rock music on the speakers its not a chain gym so any problems you speak straight to the owner. keep those vids coming

@drivera1504 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you man. It’s about the vibe and the people at the gym for me. Even tho I can’t hear anyone bc my headphones are in, I definitely enjoy seeing someone hit a new PR or going until failure and getting the last one up.

@rigrena 3 жыл бұрын

my fav things at my gym are the people, being surrounded by people who are like me. We recognize each others hard work :D if that makes sense. I really want to open up a gym later in life, and I'm starting to do research now :) I'm not a coach, nor have I been training all my life, just the past 4 years actually, I defeated my own obesity problem and truly grew to love exercising, met a lot of amazing people at the gym, I get emotional thinking about it all man.. XD So as I have had help, I wish to help someone one day in a similar way :) Thanks for the video :D

@Freeweightj 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this!

@samuelnoriega8113 4 жыл бұрын

Have home gym: Quite and no waiting ! I can take as long as I want to finish my workout and obviously... Concentrate more during the lifts !

@PhatsMahoney88 4 жыл бұрын

The business content is great and it gets my head on the right track. For the time being, I'm a rising part in a health and wellness store. We supply your herbs and supplements while I handle the fitness and weight lifter's supplements. Some day I'd like to pair the store with a gym of our own or even our own Anytime Fitness to get things going. But videos like this help me to get my head thinking in a specific direction so when the day finally comes, I know exactly what sort of equipment and floor space I want to provide our clients before sending them next door. Thanks, man.

@josiahcanterbury1741 2 жыл бұрын

Learning from other people's mistakes is valuable. I like that that he isn't prideful about mistakes. Learn what to do and what NOT to do.

@dannyringo2515 3 жыл бұрын

very informative video brother! Great stuff! Thank you for the awesome info!

@coachchrisekwueme 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man... Good insight... Favorite things about my gym: Location, Has equipment I like, Good atmosphere, competitive Price

@maykeljayme3143 3 жыл бұрын

Very impormative. Thank you

@AudreyTobias444 3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate the video bro!

@joyogude 3 жыл бұрын

Super useful. Thanks

@apphacker 4 жыл бұрын

You know, this video also kind of helps people choose a gym. If the gym you're considering is in a retail space maybe it means that you wont be able to drop weights, it may be a gym that wont let you do explosive movements like clean & jerks, throwing medicine balls against the wall, and may not fit your goals. Also the bit about opening a gym with a niche is also good advice for gym choosers, we should all consider the kind of gym we want to go to. What kind of equipment do they have, what are their policies, what are their classes, what are they good at training? Great video.

@1bigimpact 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate your videos I just watched 4 of them we are similar. Your tubers and also been at it 4 4 or 5 years I am eager to open a place to help people lose weight thank you again for all the great work

@ELLABAKFITNESS 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info! I am starting my studio and feeling excited and overwhelmed. This video is very helpful

@bechirbejaoui3687 2 жыл бұрын

Hello How are you did you started your studio? How is everything going with you? I'm starting mine in 3 months and would appreciate to hear your experiences 🙏

@georgeford6506 3 жыл бұрын

Love the shelves bro

@bryanm524 4 жыл бұрын

What I love about the gym I go to is the atmosphere and the vibe in there. Just love going to Crunch Fitness. Ive been thinking of opening a gym I. The future because I love fitness and would be an honor if I could help people accomplish their goals.

@kaattiiex Жыл бұрын

The vibe is the most important thing

@jrock-xs9vp 2 жыл бұрын

Very great information I’m into the boxing and powerlifting. As my setup in my basement. I don’t go to gym no more I have boxers coming by I train when I can . I think there’s a shortage of gyms with a deadlift platform, and let’s play some great music get pumped

@TheMarijuanaMonk 4 жыл бұрын

Very generous of you to impart your experience which you have earned through trial and error, onto us. Thank you, man.

@SzatStrength 4 жыл бұрын

Just being real and transparent. Thanks for watching i really appreciate it!

@OlMoldy 4 жыл бұрын

The parking at my gym is pretty good. There's a steep set of stairs leading to the facility though. Such a pain when you obliterate your legs

@gostrainingsystems 4 жыл бұрын

Really helps me out. Planning to open a strength and conditioning gym in the future! Thanks again!

@SzatStrength 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome glad you enjoyed! What other content on this subject would you like?

@josiahcriswell5585 4 жыл бұрын

Could you get detailed about opening a business in general?? What size is your market? I'm about to take the dive with a CPA practice

@srenelkrolesen7940 4 жыл бұрын

When I go to my gym I walk past 3 other gyms (one is literally 100ft from my front door); I do this because I obviously love the gym that I workout in, but also because of two important things that they do. The first thing is that they notice me, every time I walk through the door they are chatty and says stuff like "oh you're here a lot this week" or "aren't you getting stronger" I really love that! The second thing is that they have a suggestion box that they ACTUALLY use! These things I really love about my gym!!

@SzatStrength 4 жыл бұрын

Being personable and caring to members goes so far! I would say that comes before a lot of other things. If you can make people feel special you are on the right track!

@srenelkrolesen7940 4 жыл бұрын

Excatly!!!! If they don’t do that I rarely feel welcome!! And I properly don’t show up there again

@hugorivas4922 2 жыл бұрын

Some gyms dont bother to make people feel good,a simple hi but the sad thing is they dont do it and its so important.

@3vilplayer433 4 жыл бұрын

Being open 24/7 was a big thing for me.. I work till 3am and liked going to the gym after work to clear my mind... Plus there isn't much ppl that go that late so I get to have the place to myself..

@Con10derRegimeBoxing 3 жыл бұрын

Good stuff bro

@GymReview4U Жыл бұрын

Love the vid...

@ront2457 4 жыл бұрын

My gym owner is an azzhole but I can curl in the squat rack...I workout at home...Love your channel. You always have great info and energy

@yourhealthisyourwealth3216 3 жыл бұрын

Thank u so much for this u are very smart

@stephaneronycasseus7141 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a whole Lot but the community is what I love mostly into my facility .

@nancearce2534 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for the advice because I’d definitely make the mistake of having my floors coming apart because of heavy weights hitting the ground 😭 didn’t even cross my mind.

@peniqalodamu5283 3 жыл бұрын

Great starter pack to every aspiring gym owner.

@SquatSimp 3 жыл бұрын

Third location? Hell yeah dude. Good work

@petersifuentez6420 4 жыл бұрын

100% on the price. I love Fitness 19, however, there aren't as many locations in Texas compared to LA Fitness.

@joncena168 3 жыл бұрын

I want to do a sport gym but this still helps! Thanks bro!!!

@Vlad_Kalashnik 2 жыл бұрын

??? This is a sport ...

@yt19xx82 4 жыл бұрын

I’m 22 and I’m looking in to opening a gym. What are the steps I should be taking in terms of money? And how much money should I have saved up before opening a gym or consulting private lenders?

@adrianblok9409 4 жыл бұрын

Favorite thing about my gym is location, everyone is comfortable doing their own thing, and the outdoor space for all the big compound (both Oly and PL) movements is almost always open and comfortable, plus being in the Marines having everyone on a equal plane outside of uniform is always a nice change of pace

@beckycheruiyot6471 9 ай бұрын

how long did it take you to save for the gym?

@cranki6316 4 жыл бұрын

I have a home gym. I love that I don't have to see people and that when I'm done I have a 10 foot walk to get home. Also no shitty "music."

@bigtony4829 3 жыл бұрын

No idiots except for the owner ....lol Seriously I prefer working out at home because all the gyms by me are full of idiots posing and making a scene or walking / strutting around like a bad arse

@dylancruz7003 4 жыл бұрын

Hi, me and my friends really want to open a gym when we get older. We are 15 currently. Thank you for your informing us of what mistakes we need to avoid in the process.

@twoolf24 2 жыл бұрын

dont wait

@tesiemarie8942 3 жыл бұрын

Hahaha! Do you feel that!? I feel that, feels good.. lol!! Love it!!

@pinkpantherpuller 4 жыл бұрын

It's a general commercial gym but it had daycare during set hours. Single dad for 4 years and that's the one of the only ways I can get to the gym.

@vibekbhattacharjee5225 2 жыл бұрын

This video helped me a lot and now it gives me enough confidence to open up a Gym.

@Luisitocisneros05 2 ай бұрын

Did you end up opening up a gym?

@lockdowngym1554 4 жыл бұрын

Favourite thing about my home gym is that it has everything that I need to do a workout. The equipment is great, it's safe and suits my needs.

@stefantanase5102 4 жыл бұрын

Power!

@nyreegant6184 4 жыл бұрын

Hey I been watching your videos consistently and taking notes on pretty much everything im a female an what I want to do is kinda slightly different in the sense where I’m focusing on senior citizens specifically an I just really would love advice on what exactly would be my niche an if u can give me any extra pointers on where to start and how to get my name out there BEFORE I open a gym I would greatly appreciate it . I love your videos an your advice definitely is not in vain thank you thank thank you

@paulshortall6734 4 жыл бұрын

Gyms in urban areas usually have a mix of people with different goals etc which is interesting

@bmstylee 4 жыл бұрын

5000 sq/ft. I'm 1/12 from having the Den. I love my gym. The kitchen and bathroom are within walking distance. Only metal is on the stereo. And the gear is good quality. I love my new Rogue rack and Rogue bars. Also. How are the Titan iron plates holding up? Do they fit the bars properly? Think those will end up being what I get for iron plates.

@Droppinthehammer 4 жыл бұрын

I am both an Olympic weightlifter and a powerlifter. I want to be able to train for both sports in the same gym. I like my gym because it has a separate room for Oly lifting and crossfit. I may be one of the few people who would disagree with you about only promoting your one niche. It's taken me many years to find a gym that caters to all lifting sports.

@Mjao519 4 жыл бұрын

Freedom is my No1. Having a garage gym lets me train without having to argue over the equipment and noone is judging me based on me mixing bodybuilding and strongman (-woman)

@cw155 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video mate. Can anyone advise on the best process for social media management or advertising ? Your help would be greatly appreciated thanks !

@ashleykissane93 4 жыл бұрын

100% the equipment. I love the constant updates made, investments and replacing older equipment.

@ojc8203 2 жыл бұрын

So Ashley I have an idea for you, big box gym with a lot of units and you will get what you looking 4. 🤷‍♂️

@ryan22hutch 4 жыл бұрын

Great advice buddy - I’m over in Yardley PA. Question, what is the max comfortable amount of members you can fit inside your space? From other videos of your gym it looks like it’s two separate 2500 sq ft areas? I’m looking at a few spaces but about 1500-2000 sq ft to start.

@glengibbon3369 4 жыл бұрын

Very helpful

@SzatStrength 4 жыл бұрын

glad I could help! Thanks for watching. What other questions do you have on the biz topic?

@brentnahmias44 3 жыл бұрын

The 5 am regulars all know the key lockbox code. So if the gym is "open" on a holiday from 9 am to 4 pm, it doesn't matter I can still go in at 5 am and do my work.

@thomasdhdh 4 жыл бұрын

Do you have any tips on locations? out of town? close to town, city center? as far away from all the other gyms as possible? close to the niche? close to public transport?

@jenniferc925 10 ай бұрын

thank you for sharing your experience. question before opening my first gym would it be wise to first build a clientele base in person, instead of initially relying solely on marketing to get the gym off the ground running? I would think I would need to build a clientele base enough to cover a big portion of the monthly lease.... What do you recommend?

@jessicakerr2047 3 жыл бұрын

Can you do a video on females running a gym. I do kickboxing and Mhauy Thai and my cousin runs the club on his own and does really well. So would you do a video on what people think about female trainers because I want to teach martial arts and do PT (don't know what sector yet maybe weight loss or strength and conditioning). It would really help me out. Thanks

@sharat3490 4 жыл бұрын

Gym i go to, good equipment, very affordable, good views the gyms on 12th floor, but the bad part is gets overcrowded in rush hour

@Forgottenfren 7 ай бұрын

I drive by that area all the time

@jackpopa729 4 жыл бұрын

I'm just tryna have an eleiko platform in my garage with a set of plates bars and a rack

@the1andonlybarbarian716 3 жыл бұрын

I definitely have a question I am starting from scratch im more focused on body building but my partners are excited about other projects we do have a basement that can handle the heavy weights. The 1st floor is 5200sqft the basement is just about that size with a high ceiling so I want the heavy weights the squat racks the benches even dumbbells but the 1 st i want stationary equipment that don't need a person to slam all the weights down. The 3rd floor would require little stuff like bikes or certain other things is this a good idea moving forward?

@alanpadgett3213 4 жыл бұрын

The various equipment types to provide variations in exercises. That said, you have to have larger space for this.

@SzatStrength 4 жыл бұрын

this is true, but having lots of options is always good for members!

@ghettotroof Жыл бұрын

large sauna. like one i can jump around in and warmup in -- that's something that my gym has

@combatbaseflint9786 3 жыл бұрын

Just opened Combat Base Flint

@ricoconti3141 2 жыл бұрын

Marketing Marketing Marketing and sales people for a profitable Gym. Been in the business for 20 years.

@zeetyg 2 жыл бұрын

Atleast you know the dedication gym users have. These city and commercial facilities have the worst hours and take way too many holidays. I want to have a gym that’s available to dedicated gym goers that need to avoid the crowds and have the necessary equipment.

@finditmakeitliftit 4 жыл бұрын

The thing I love about my gym is, I've built most of my home gym equipment myself. I find and scrounge things that I can turn into equipment. Can be as simple as Kegs or more involved like a Log or farmers. I am Mr Find it, Make it, Lift it😂😂😂

@lais8923 4 жыл бұрын

Third location? Wow! That takes a lot of resilience and patience just to keep going on. I bet u took valuable lessons from it.

@SzatStrength 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you. It’s been no easy task (still Isn’t ) just got to keep pushing.

@lais8923 4 жыл бұрын

Szat Strength i appreciate your honest answer, not many youtubers tell the naked truth.

@SigmaDG 4 жыл бұрын

Did you say you had 60 members? How do you make additional money to offset the cash burn during client acquisition. Also, how do you set membership fees?

@pedromontoya2865 3 жыл бұрын

The one thing that I do not like about many gyms is the limited amount of strength training equipment. It's the worst . I want a gym in my city that has bountiful amount if equipment so people arent waiting for a certain machine to be available.

@scottb4767 4 жыл бұрын

I don't have to shower before going; no waiting for equipment; my choice of music. and I don't have to leave the house to get there! Great video by the way!

@SzatStrength 4 жыл бұрын

I would like to eventually have showers in my facility!

@thomasdhdh 4 жыл бұрын

I go to the gym because i recently moved and am still planning my home gym shed in the garden.

@SzatStrength 4 жыл бұрын

nice nice!!! Garage gyms or shed gyms are awesome

@michaelsofine 4 ай бұрын

Another thing is it could be what they don’t do as much as what they do. For example, like not being mean. Could bring back clientele. (Bad word of mouth)

@jamiecook447 3 жыл бұрын

Community and health support

@sabertoothwallaby2937 3 жыл бұрын

Video starts at 2:20

@iandavies7991 3 жыл бұрын

60 members? How much do you charge your members? That unit would cost in the UK about £4k per month plus rates. Just curious as I am thinking bout opening up a gym. Your gym is very unique and original, niche even, so I imagine you can charge a decent fee but just trying to figure out how to run a gym without needing hundreds of members. I run a leisure club/gym now but not my own.

@otgenius 4 жыл бұрын

Do you do consulting?

@masterchief4868 4 жыл бұрын

There is a wrid noise in the background but good video

@bishopm4401 4 жыл бұрын

Yo it said 58 seconds ago when I clicked on the video cool

@SzatStrength 4 жыл бұрын

WAHOOOO epic!! Thanks for being first!

@bishopm4401 4 жыл бұрын

Szat Strength of course man! You keep putting out good content and I’ll keep rushing over lol

@driftmarquee 4 жыл бұрын

How many members do you need to break even on each of your locations? (on average)

@Husky_Shane_Basshead Жыл бұрын

what is the monthly rate for this place? 60 members? how does that bring in enough revenue to make money?

@hobomctavish9707 4 жыл бұрын

Aquaman's gym looks awesome! And he cut his hair! Loving the videos Joey. Keep fighting the good fight 😊

@maddenwigley3318 3 жыл бұрын

Any coffee that clear is tea buddy

@SA-le7uz 2 жыл бұрын

Handsome 🙌🏼

@thegarrobo2837 4 жыл бұрын

Hey bro because of you I also want to open a gym, the idea of being your own boss and doing what you love made me conclude to open a gym in the future. For the name I was thinking “Butterfit” and the slogan “burning the butter right off.” It’s going to be a strength and fat loss gym. What do you think of the name?

@SzatStrength 4 жыл бұрын

It doesn’t matter what I think YOU got to love it :))) I’m just glad you are making the moves and doing it!!

@thegarrobo2837 4 жыл бұрын

Szat Strength thank you for the encouragement I appreciate it 💪🏿🙏🏽

@greggfitness3459 3 жыл бұрын

I’m thinking of opening up my own gym in the Middle East. I’m starting to plan everything out.

@richtexas4431 3 жыл бұрын

I’m looking to open my own gym too. How isit going for you? Have you found your niche?

@greggfitness3459 3 жыл бұрын

@@richtexas4431 at the moment I need a license to open up a gym. Still brainstorming ideas of my niche.

@richtexas4431 3 жыл бұрын

@@greggfitness3459 what licenses do you need to open a gym?

@greggfitness3459 3 жыл бұрын

@@richtexas4431 there’s a thing called trading license that you need. It’s really pricey for me right now.

@chriscc621 2 жыл бұрын

Do you suggest we stay up alot of money to open a gym? Do you recommend a college degree as well?

@Rocket4ce 2 жыл бұрын

The quality of the equipment and variety of it. It gets old quick when it's the same thing every day.

@davelezewski1868 3 жыл бұрын

How exactly do you make sure that dropping heavy weights is suitable for the building ?

@maddenwigley3318 3 жыл бұрын

By dropping them

@letshavefun5210 2 жыл бұрын

Do gym always have to have shower rooms or not