Category: Business

Why Member Experience Defines Fitness Studios in 2026

In 2026, running a fitness studio is more than scheduling classes. It’s about creating a seamless, memorable experience from the first online impression to post-class follow-ups. Members judge studios long...

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How to Become a Yoga Instructor in the US (2026 Guide)

Becoming a yoga instructor in the US is more than mastering poses. It requires formal certification, teaching practice, and real studio experience. In 2026, the path looks different than it...

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Thinking of Switching Your Studio Booking Software in 2026?

As we move into 2026, fitness studios are evolving fast. New formats. Leaner teams. Higher member expectations. Because of this shift, choosing the right system matters more than ever. This...

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From Acuity to Mindbody: What Growing Studios Use When Neither Fits

As studios grow, their software needs grow too. Many start with Acuity for simplicity or Mindbody for features. But over time, these platforms can feel restrictive. Manual work piles up....

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Outgrowing Acuity Scheduling? 4 Signs It’s Time to Upgrade

1. Scheduling Is All You Have  Acuity Scheduling is built for appointments. That’s fine at the start. Acuity Scheduling works well for solo practitioners and early-stage studios that mainly run...

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What Fitness Studio Owners Regret About Their Software Choices (2026 Insights)

By 2026, many fitness studio owners aren’t just evaluating new software — they’re reflecting on past decisions. Across gyms, yoga studios, Pilates studios, and boutique fitness businesses, similar patterns keep...

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The Shift From Class-Based to Experience-Based Fitness Pricing in 2026

For years, fitness pricing followed a simple formula: pay per class, count credits, track attendance. But as studios move into 2026, that model no longer reflects how members evaluate value....

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How Fitness Studios Are Operating With Fewer Staff in 2026

1. Labor Shortages Are Forcing a Rethink Hiring is harder than it used to be. Retention is harder too. In response, studios are no longer staffing “just in case.” Instead,...

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Why Fitness Studios Are Moving Away From Facebook & WhatsApp Groups in 2026

Fitness studios are moving away from Facebook and WhatsApp groups in 2026 in favor of purpose-built communication tools that scale with their business. Facebook and WhatsApp groups started as a...

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The Hidden Cost of Over-Engineering Fitness Studio Software

Many fitness studios don’t realize their software is over-engineered until it starts slowing the business down. Tasks take longer than they should. Staff hesitate during peak hours. Small errors become...

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