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Michael Scott Scudder
Club Management Expert
Conexion
(505) 514-0294
Michael Scott Scudder is a three-decade health and fitness industry veteran, having owned and operated several types and sizes of health clubs. Michael has been the recipient of Top 100 Club...more»»
Profitability of retail clothing store next to fitness centers
Posted by David from Paso Robles, CA, US on March 27, 2008
Dear Jan; Perhaps you may be able to help me.. I am opening a clothing store next to a fitness center. I will be carrying outdoor active
clothing like North Face, Patagonia, etc:. I expect that many of the customers of the gym will also be my customers. In your past experiences have you noticed retail stores next to fitness stores being profitable. I have looked for this answer on the internet, but as of yet nothing. II came across this web site and thought you might help in directing me to the answer. Thanks. I will understand if I don’t get an answer.
There is precious little experience with this issue, David. In general, except in high-income-demographic clubs, retail clothing has not been much of a moneymaker when inventory-on-hand is taken into account. Even without that, published margins have been in the very low single digits.
Membership pre-sell
Posted by Teresa from Norwalk, CT, US on March 2, 2008
We are opening a facility and want to know if it is wise to do a pre-sale on membership while the space is still being constructed months before the club actually opens. Will members buy the “idea” without actually seeing the space?
Pre-sale is in part determined by state laws (some states do not allow more than 60 to 90 days pre-sale before actual opening date, also require bonding and escrow on pre-sold memberships). In general, I believe a pre-sale should not be longer than 90 days.
An Electronic Contract
Posted by Justin from Dallas, TX, US on February 28, 2008
Which software provider has the best electronic contract entry program?
I like Conexion's electronic membership agreement capabilities. Next to that, CheckFree and then ABC.
Changing depth of career paths and selling a fitness enterprise
Posted by John from Scottsdale, AZ, US on February 25, 2008
I am seeking to move in to authorship I need to either sell my 1700 sqft North Scottsdale personal training studio or bring on partners. Would stay on staff to continue my field work. Can you advise on finding a buyer or some one who could help find a partner. I am asking 12k
Look among your clients. This is way too small a sale for outside monies to be interested in it.
Management Software
Posted by jim from henderson, NV, US on February 23, 2008
I am planning on opening a bodybuilding gym next year. Need help selecting the best software. Please advide. Thank you, Jim.
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