Gym Equipment Lead Times: Planning Backwards From Opening Day
Most new owners plan forwards: sign the lease, start the build-out, then order equipment once the space starts looking ready. That order of operations is backwards, and it is the most expensive scheduling mistake in this business. Standard gym equipment lead time is 10 to 12 weeks from the date of purchase, which means your […]
Gym Licenses, Permits and Legal Requirements Checklist
Opening a gym involves more paperwork than most first-time owners expect. Skip the business license and you’re operating illegally. Miss the certificate of occupancy and your landlord can lock you out. Forget music licensing and ASCAP or BMI may send you a letter and a bill for back royalties. The good news is that none […]
How to Choose the Right Location for Your Gym
A gym that’s hard to find, hard to park at, or in the wrong neighborhood will struggle no matter how good the equipment is. Location is the single variable that’s almost impossible to fix once you’ve signed a lease. Getting it right means doing real homework before you commit. This guide walks you through every […]