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BODYBALANCE 100: Inspire your club’s members with an epic event
Jak Phillips
Acquisition & Retention
April 20, 2023

BODYBALANCE 100: Inspire your club’s members with an epic event

As BODYBALANCE reaches its 100th release, Les Mills has created a bulletproof blueprint for inspiring events to help clubs create impact across both members and prospects.

Infographic: Impact of a great Instructor
Les Mills
Instructor Insights
April 18, 2023

Infographic: Impact of a great Instructor

Arguably the single biggest factor in the success of your club, rockstar Instructors have the ability to send your membership numbers soaring. But what makes them so effective?

WellFit on The Evolution of Fitness with Les Mills
Les Mills
Case Studies
March 23, 2023

WellFit on The Evolution of Fitness with Les Mills

The Evolution of Fitness with Les Mills

Infographic: The anatomy of Gen Z
Les Mills
Fitness Trends
February 22, 2023

Infographic: The anatomy of Gen Z

Gen Z represent a key battleground for club operators, but engaging them remains a challenge. So what do they want from a fitness experience? And how can clubs leverage these insights to win with this vital demographic? Let’s take a look.

7 ways to raise revenue through your club’s studio
Les Mills
Fitness Trends
January 16, 2023

7 ways to raise revenue through your club’s studio

A well-executed group training strategy could be the difference between a good year and a great one for your facility’s bottom line. Here are seven simple steps for driving additional revenue through group training.

M&M Fitness Clubs Stand Out with high-quality design and branding
Les Mills Nordic
Case Studies
January 11, 2023

M&M Fitness Clubs Stand Out with high-quality design and branding

M&M Fitness Clubs Stand Out with high-quality design and branding

How this YMCA grew membership 88% after introducing Virtual classes
Jo Bryce
Case Studies
October 31, 2022

How this YMCA grew membership 88% after introducing Virtual classes

Going 24/7 and introducing Virtual classes has been a game-changer for Gisborne YMCA. Membership has almost doubled for their Les Mills Membership, Virtual classes now account for a quarter of all visits to classes, while at the same time live class attendance has jumped 50%. Group Fitness Manager Frauke Nieschmidt shares the secrets to their success.

Princeton Club’s Omnifitness strategy is driving member loyalty
Les Mills
Case Studies
October 19, 2022

Princeton Club’s Omnifitness strategy is driving member loyalty

Since opening its first facility 35 years ago, Princeton Club has been committed to improving the lives of its members and creating a better tomorrow. President Andy Haugen shares secrets to the clubs’ success and explains how their Omnifitness approach keeps members with them for longer.

The Gold’s Gyms embracing Omnifitness to drive growth and attract younger members
Jak Phillips
Case Studies
October 18, 2022

The Gold’s Gyms embracing Omnifitness to drive growth and attract younger members

Case study article explaining how Gold's Gym Newburgh and Middletown in New York are embracing innovation to stay ahead.

GFM – The go to education for Successful Group Fitness
Les Mills
Case Studies
October 10, 2022

GFM – The go to education for Successful Group Fitness

Group Fitness Management – The go to education for Successful Group Fitness

How to reap the rewards of the September fitness surge
Jak Phillips
Acquisition & Retention
August 16, 2022

How to reap the rewards of the September fitness surge

Always a key month in the club calendar, macroeconomic factors mean this September could be crucial for accelerating recoveries and setting a platform for long-term success. But with fitness competition now fiercer than ever, how can clubs stand out from the crowd, while staying true to their brand and current members? Here are 8 key plays.

This marketing hack helps clubs win more members – and keep them
Emma Hogan
Acquisition & Retention
July 19, 2022

This marketing hack helps clubs win more members – and keep them

Article explaining how content from Les Mills can serve as a marketing hack to help clubs win more members and keep them

In club vs digital: What’s the most effective way to work out?
Jak Phillips
Research
June 20, 2022

In club vs digital: What’s the most effective way to work out?

A new study from the Les Mills Research Lab compares exertion and enjoyment levels between a live class in the gym and two digital formats (livestream and Video on Demand) of the same workout, bringing hard facts to the hotly-contested live vs digital debate.

Les Mills BODYSTEP - LIBERATED & ALIVE
Les Mills Nordic
Acquisition & Retention
June 2, 2022

Les Mills BODYSTEP - LIBERATED & ALIVE

Les Mills BODYSTEP - LIBERATED & ALIVE

How to nail new member onboarding
Luke Tumaru
Acquisition & Retention
May 16, 2022

How to nail new member onboarding

Often overlooked, a smooth onboarding process can spell the difference between losing new members after just two months, or setting them up for years of success. Drawing from the latest science and industry insights, here are 6 top tips for transforming your retention rate with a world-class onboarding program.