Partnerships in the fitness industry work best when they deliver financial value while giving businesses genuine peace of mind. The NEXO Affinity Program offers fitness suppliers, equipment manufacturers, and associations a structured way to expand member benefits and strengthen protection. Suppliers often look specifically for fitness business[...]

Running an MMA gym places you in one of the most dynamic, high-contact environments in the fitness industry. Unlike a standard yoga studio or a weight room filled with stationary machines, your facility is built on physical engagement. People are sparring, grappling, and pushing their bodies to the limit. In this setting, having reliable protection is[...]

Hosting a Jiu-Jitsu tournament or martial arts event can powerfully elevate your brand, showcase incredible talent, and build a thriving community. However, as the organizer, you instantly introduce a complicated network of liability risks. These events are high-contact, involve large crowds, and frequently use temporary venues, a recipe for potential[...]

Many yoga and Pilates instructors dream of the moment they open the doors to their studio, but that excitement often hides the part that shapes everything that follows: the lease. A yoga studio lease involves far more than monthly rent or a room that looks the right size, and early decisions in a Pilates studio lease influence how the business grows.[...]

Referral programs and loyalty incentives are common ways fitness studios, gyms, martial arts academies, Pilates studios, and boutique training facilities attract new members and keep current clients engaged. These programs help build community and strengthen retention. What many business owners do not realize is that these same programs can also[...]

Running a martial arts studio or fitness business requires a clear understanding of risk. Every day, gym owners face specific challenges: heavy equipment, complicated athletic movements, and the inherent possibility of injury in an active environment. In this context, choosing the right insurance is the single most important decision you can make to[...]

If you’ve noticed more gray hair in your morning classes, you’re not alone. Across the country, adults over 60 are showing up for strength, mobility, and independence. They’re not chasing personal records; they’re training to live fully. This shift has made senior functional fitness one of the fastest-growing parts of the industry.

Anyone can get people through the door. The real challenge is keeping them there. A long roster of trial students might look impressive on paper, but retention, steady faces on the mat month after month, is what defines a healthy school. It’s also what keeps the lights on.

Pilates studios continue to grow as more people look for mindful, low-impact movement that builds strength and balance. But while attention usually goes to posture and precision, studio owners also have to think about the structure behind the business. Workers’ compensation protects instructors and owners when injuries happen, forming an important part[...]

Earning a black belt is an achievement that represents years of focus, discipline, and persistence. But for Jiu-Jitsu coaches, that milestone is just the foundation. The coaches who sustain long, successful careers don’t stop developing once they start teaching. They study new techniques, update their safety knowledge, and stay informed about changes[...]