
Events
Independent Gyms Winter Conference 2024: 5 takeaways – & 1 powerful call for action
The final event of 2024 for independent gym owners and operators took place on 5 December. Catch up on the 5 biggest need-to-knows.
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Commercial Director, Xplor Gym
Dave Alstead is Commercial Director at Xplor Gym where he’s spent the last few years championing better outcomes for customers.
Passionate about the fitness industry, Dave has built a career spanning 2 decades working with operators of all shapes and sizes. And alongside his role at Xplor, Dave is a member of the ukactive Supplier Council. He brings a real understanding of what makes the fitness industry tick and how it’s evolving.
A former Rugby League player, outside of work you’ll find Dave hitting the gym and creating memories with his 3 beautiful daughters.
Events
06 December 2024
14 min read
by Dave Alstead
The final event of 2024 for independent gym owners and operators took place on 5 December. Catch up on the 5 biggest need-to-knows.
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Growth
02 December 2024
31 min read
by Dave Alstead
From strength training to automation, get a rundown of the top fitness industry trends you need to know about.
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Growth
25 November 2024
10 min read
by Dave Alstead
Is it time to expand your fitness business? Find out how to grow your gym business. Get 13 ideas to help you scale profitably.
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Growth
29 October 2024
13 min read
by Dave Alstead
Attract new members and motivate your current ones with a fitness event. Get 13 event ideas to kickstart 2025.
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Growth
14 October 2024
8 min read
by Dave Alstead
Age impacts the preferences and habits of new gym members. Get insights into trends from across the UK fitness industry.
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Management
07 October 2024
15 min read
by Dave Alstead
People love new! So, breathe new life into your club with 15 fitness business ideas that you need to know about.
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Growth
30 September 2024
7 min read
by Dave Alstead
Are you undercharging for memberships? Find out how to charge what you deserve with value-based selling and pricing.
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Management
16 September 2024
18 min read
by Dave Alstead
Find out how to work out what to charge for memberships and the options to offer. Plus, get tips for increasing prices.
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Growth
02 September 2024
15 min read
by Dave Alstead
Find out how to sell more memberships with expert tips. Plus, get insights into sales trends from clubs across the UK.
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New clubs
12 August 2024
14 min read
by Dave Alstead
There’s only one way to know you’re on to a winning location when opening a new club. Find out what it is.
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Tech
05 August 2024
8 min read
by Dave Alstead
What does it take to build a successful gym business? This success checklist will help your business thrive.
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Management
24 June 2024
16 min read
by Dave Alstead
Your staff – your team – are key to the success of your business. This guide will help you attract and hire top talent.
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