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Ecosport Moldova - Making People Happy
Les Mills Nordic
Case Studies
November 29, 2022

Ecosport Moldova - Making People Happy

Ecosport Fitness Club in Chisinau, Moldova was opened 26 years ago. It is a fitness club, focused on building a fitness club culture in a country where it virtually does not exist. Their mission is to make people happier and healthier.

Mudo Gym Ulsrud – case study on launching group fitness at a martial art and gym-oriented club
Les Mills Nordic
Case Studies
November 15, 2022

Mudo Gym Ulsrud – case study on launching group fitness at a martial art and gym-oriented club

Mudo Gym Ulsrud – case study on launching group fitness at a martial art and gym-oriented club

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

Wow, what a studio
Les Mills Nordic
Case Studies
July 4, 2022

Wow, what a studio

Wow, what a studio

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.

6 steps to give your club a boutique boost
Jak Phillips
Fitness Trends
May 16, 2022

6 steps to give your club a boutique boost

Legendary operator Jaci Griffin shares 6 key learnings from building a boutique within her mid-market club to kickstart a strong COVID recovery.

Group workouts: How to raise revenues and reward Instructors
Jak Phillips
Instructor Insights
May 15, 2022

Group workouts: How to raise revenues and reward Instructors

Few in fitness would argue that great group fitness Instructors don’t deserve better pay, but finding the budget to reward them remains a major headache for health clubs. We look at five positive steps clubs can take to unlock the extra cash that can safeguard star performers and attract new talent.

Group workout guru reveals 7 top tips for building an awesome Instructor team
Les Mills
Case Studies
April 17, 2022

Group workout guru reveals 7 top tips for building an awesome Instructor team

Famed for its fun-filled classes and wealth of world-class Instructors, New Jersey’s HealthQuest is a permanent fixture in the Top 100 US Health Clubs list. Group Fitness Director Linda Romaine shares her top 7 tips for how to find great Instructors and create a winning culture that keeps them inspired.