Fitness Business Asia Podcast

For the best in networking and upskilling in Asia's fitness industry, join the FIT Summit online conference: MORE INFORMATION ➜ FIT Summit - August 5th, 2020 https://thefitsummit.com/events/worldonline1/ BUY NOW ➜ FIT Summit tickets just $49 SGD In this special episode, we hear from Tracy Minnoch-Nuku, Brad Robinson and Fitness Business Asia podcast host Jack Thomas on how they innovated their bus...

Host Jack Thomas revisits episodes 84 through to 100 to recap on the biggest lessons learned from each show. Featuring: Brad Robinson (Ritual, Singapore) Alex Povey (Coaching Ignited Podcast) Ross Campbell (The FIT Summit, Singapore) Sean Tan (True Group) Shay Kostabi and Barry Ennis (Fitness Career Mastery) Matthew Januszek (Escape Fitness)   RESOURCES JACK THOMAS ON LINKEDIN FITNESS BUSINESS ASI...

Host Jack Thomas revisits episodes 68 through to 83 to recap on the biggest lessons learned from each show. To support the show, please share the podcast or any individual episodes with friends or colleagues who you think will benefit. Featuring: Linda Tang (Webarre, Singapore) John Holsinger (IHRSA, Director of Asia-Pacific) Charlie Temple (Platinum Fitness, PURE Fitness)   RESOURCES JACK THOMAS...

Host Jack Thomas revisits episodes 50 through to 67 to recap on the biggest lessons learned from each show. Featuring: Anabel Chew (WeBarre, Singapore) Danny Yueng (Prenetics, Hong Kong) Ryan Hogan (CEO APAC Les Mills) Owen Bowling (CrankIt and FourD Media) Raph and Lach (The Mind Muscle Project Podcast) Ross Campbell (The FIT Summit) Peter Thew (Yoga Movement, Singapore) Linda Tang (Webarre, Sing...

In this solo episode, host Jack Thomas goes through some of the key things you'll need to consider when reopening your fitness facility after closure.  We look at how to reopen strongly and confidently, as well as considerations for the long-term stability and strength of your business.   RESOURCES JACK THOMAS ON LINKEDIN FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA WEBSITE FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA INSTAGRAM

In part 2, Jack talks to Emma Barry on studio design, getting the flow right for the member journey and how pricing models might look in the future of our industry. GET $600 OFF EMMA'S COURSE WITH THE CODE 'BADASS" ($199 reduced from $799) Building A Badass Boutique - Online Masterclass GUEST RESOURCES Buy Building A Badass Boutique on Amazon   Emma Barry on LinkedIn Emma Barry on Instagram   RESO...

As we hit 100 episodes, we are proud and excited to welcome Emma Barry to the show, a true global fitness authority and author of Building A Badass Boutique. Emma is a founding member of Les Mills, was Director of Group Fitness for Equinox and now consults for some of the world's leading boutique fitness brands.   GET $600 OFF EMMA'S COURSE WITH THE CODE 'BADASS" ($199 reduced from $799) Building...

Host Jack Thomas takes questions at the end of his ExPro Singapore lecture on: free vs paid content, why are clients just looking for the cheapest deal and how you should price your digital content vs your normal rates. EXPRO SINGAPORE FITNESS SG   RESOURCES JACK THOMAS ON LINKEDIN FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA WEBSITE FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA INSTAGRAM

Host Jack talks about the 7 key areas of focus to ensure your gym and in-person coaching experience can come back strong and survive against the shift to online, digital fitness. This episode was recorded at the online ExPro Virtual Circuit Breaker, a great event that brought speakers from across the globe together. EXPRO SINGAPORE • FITNESS SG • RESOURCES JACK THOMAS ON LINKEDIN FITNESS BUSINESS...

Jack talks to Alex Povey of Coaching Ignited podcast on the shifts the industry is going through, who will survive and what it will take to bring people back into gyms. The conversation provides some interesting contrasts between the fitness scene in the UK and Thailand. ⬇ Join the 2 big free online conferences this week ⬇ EXPRO CONFERENCE Join my talk on bullet-proofing your in person coaching bu...

In part 2 of CJ's interview, Jack talks about the importance of processes in scaling, embracing difficult conversations and staying true to your values - all of which are traits of success. CJ also asks Jack his predictions for the next few years in Asia's fitness industry - a question Jack asks his guests - and they revisit a conversation they had 4 years ago in Bangkok before CJ set up The Playg...

Jack is interviewed by CJ Lee of The Playground Fitness KL and Fitness Business Secrets on what it took to build BASE, the brand and how we've developed a world-class coaching team. We also delve into collaboration and why 'competitors' shouldn't be feared or obsessed over.   GUEST RESOURCES FITNESS BUSINESS SECRETS THE PLAYGROUND KL   RESOURCES JACK THOMAS ON LINKEDIN FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA WEBSIT...

In part 2 of our interview with Matthew, CEO of Escape Fitness, we discuss how the fitness industry should be well positioned to provide important services to people, paid vs free content and creating an incredible in-studio experience. LISTEN TO PART 1 OF OUR INTERVIEW HERE REGISTER FOR THE EXPRO ONLINE CONFERENCE HERE - 28-29 May 2020   GUEST RESOURCES MATTHEW ON LINKEDIN ESCAPE FITNESS ESCAPE Y...

Jack talks to Matthew Januszek, founder of one of the biggest and most recognizable fitness equipment brands in the world, Escape Fitness. In this episode Matthew talks about his 20+ year journey building Escape fitness, the inspirational energy of Asia and how the scene here compares to the US and Europe.   GUEST RESOURCES MATTHEW ON LINKEDIN ESCAPE FITNESS ESCAPE YOUR LIMITS PODCAST   RESOURCES...

The Build Your Base show is a new podcast from our team at BASE. LISTEN TO THE BUILD YOUR BASE SHOW HERE! When you're listening to this episode think about how a prospective client might feel listening to it. You may not be in Bangkok but I think this interview with our Fitness Manager can give you some solid insights into how to craft an effective marketing message and story, wherever you are.

Learn why Jack and the team at BASE decided to launch their own podcast, the Build Your Base show. LISTEN TO THE BUILD YOUR BASE PODCAST SHOW HERE! This podcast is NOT just about podcasting - you'll learn about some principles of marketing , which will carry over to all other areas such as email and social media.   RESOURCES JACK THOMAS ON LINKEDIN FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA WEBSITE FITNESS BUSINESS AS...

In part 2, Jack talks to Brad Robinson, CEO of Ritual Gym, on how they've adapted to Covid-19, how they've been supporting franchisees and the quick roll out of Ritual Anywhere, a platform that Brad knew had to be world-class. Listen to part 1 of our interview with Brad here   GUEST RESOURCES BRAD ROBINSON ON LINKEDIN RITUAL GYM RITUAL ANYWHERE APP DOWNLOAD   RESOURCES JACK THOMAS ON LINKEDIN FITN...

Jack welcomes on Brad Robinson, co-founder and CEO of Singapore's Ritual Gym to talk about how Ritual started and how they built the concept, brand and franchise model. Ritual now have franchise locations in markets including the US, Brazil and South Africa, with more planned domestically and elsewhere.   GUEST RESOURCES BRAD ROBINSON ON LINKEDIN RITUAL GYM   RESOURCES JACK THOMAS ON LINKEDIN FITN...

Jack talks to the Glofox Fitness Founders podcast about how BASE quickly shifted to an online training platform and why it's essential for both business and member for you to charge for online services and then deliver extreme value.   GUEST RESOURCES GLOFOX   RESOURCES JACK THOMAS ON LINKEDIN FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA WEBSITE FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA INSTAGRAM

Jack welcomes back Sean for a candid discussion on digital fitness now and in the future, as well as insights into the need for collaboration, leadership and togetherness to elevate the industry and come out of the current crisis stronger. In part 1 we discussed how Sean has been managing industry shifts across multiple locations and countries. Wherever you're at in the industry, there are some gr...

Sean Tan is the Director of True Group, overseeing the growth and development of an industry-leading big box operation across Singapore and Taiwan. Sean and True Group have been at the forefront of the big box scene with innovative concepts and strong growth over the last few years. Hear how Sean has navigated the last few months, how Taiwan's gyms have stayed open and how to negotiate with your l...

Jack welcomes back Barry and Shay to discuss the technical aspects of creating a digital experience that will represent you and your brand well, and bring in meaningful revenue. If you haven't heard part 1, go back to episode 85 to hear more about injecting soul and life into your on-demand and live streamed content. For more information on equipment and Barry and Shay's course, go to our website...

Jack welcomes on fellow podcasters Shay Kostabi and Barry Ennis of Fitness Career Mastery to discuss online and digital fitness offerings. Barry and Shay help gyms and fitness businesses produce high-quality online platforms and digital content so they're perfectly placed to help gym owners navigate this big shift online. For more information on equipment, royalty-free music and Shay and Barry - c...

Jack welcomes back Ross Campbell, founder and CEO of the FIT Summit, to discuss the power and importance of networking and how collaboration can help the industry thrive. Being able to draw on a solid network has always been important, but in these times it's more than that - it's an essential element of survival. Listen to episode 84 for a different angle on how to get through this current indust...

Today we look at 6 positive things  that can come out of these tough, unprecedented times. Stay positive and active - the future of your business depends on it. Register for the FIT Summit on 15th April here! RESOURCES JACK THOMAS ON LINKEDIN FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA WEBSITE FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA INSTAGRAM