Quick’n’cheap at Fit n Fast – is this what Aussie consumers want?

by Oliver Kitchingman | Thursday, June 17, 2010

In the world of chain health clubs there’s a new kid on the block. Claiming to be the home of the ‘quickie’ half-hour workout, Fit n Fast is here and determined to make its mark.  ...read more

Fixed Term or No-Fixed Term Contract? That is the question…

by Ryan Hogan | Monday, May 31, 2010

The following post was written by guest author Celeste Kirby-Brown.
The issue of no-fixed term contract for members was highlighted as one of the biggest industry trends in 2010 by 46.9 per cent of club owners and managers (AFIS) . And members agreed, with 47.4 per cent of members with expired memberships indicating that they would be motivated to renew their membership if they were given the option of a no-fixed term contract (AFIS) .

So, owners and managers of fitness facilities have identified this trend and members (well, ex-members) are saying that they would like it too, so should clubs offer it? Perhaps the more appropriate question is, can clubs afford to offer it?  ...read more