Fitness Business Asia Podcast

Jack Thomas
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Welcome to the Fitness Business Asia podcast, hosted by BASE founder and CEO Jack Thomas - a show with a strong and powerful mission to raise the standards of Asia's fitness industry. If you're an ambitious gym owner, fitness manager, investor in the wellness industry or a coach that wants to get into the business side of fitness, this weekly resource will help you raise your game.

  1. The Expensive Financial Mistakes That Kill Gym Growth, with Albert Ramos Jr

    2D AGO

    The Expensive Financial Mistakes That Kill Gym Growth, with Albert Ramos Jr

    Albert Ramos joins host Jack Thomas to break down the financial mistakes he sees fitness businesses make again and again, and the numbers that actually matter. We cover the key metrics for single clubs and multi-site operators, what "Five Star Finance" really means, and how strong back-office discipline supports a better experience on the gym floor.   SHOW SPONSORS Our sponsors are helping us to raise the standards of Asia's fitness industry. Show these great companies some support! Hapana, our preferred gym management software Ezypay, our preferred subscription and payment solution   NEWSLETTER For fitness business tips, insights and news - subscribe to The Fit Guide Newsletter   THE FIT GUIDE The Fit Guide helps you find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps clubs create incredible, five star client experiences every time. Visit The Fit Guide The Fit Guide on LinkedIn The Fit Guide on Instagram   SHOW RESOURCES Jack Thomas on LinkedIn Fitness Business Asia Website Fitness Business Asia Instagram   GUEST RESOURCES Albert Ramos Jr on LinkedIn Stratego

    58 min
  2. The State of Singapore's Boutique Fitness Industry in 2026

    FEB 9

    The State of Singapore's Boutique Fitness Industry in 2026

    In this episode, host Jack Thomas digs into The Fit Guide's data from its 2026 Singapore launch, based on anonymous visits to the city's top clubs and brands. While some standards have improved, the data also highlights clear and significant areas for improvement.   SHOW SPONSORS Our sponsors are helping us to raise the standards of Asia's fitness industry. Show these great companies some support!   Hapana, our preferred gym management software Ezypay, our preferred subscription and payment solution   NEWSLETTER For fitness business tips, insights and news - subscribe to The Fit Guide Newsletter   THE FIT GUIDE The Fit Guide helps you find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps clubs create incredible, five star client experiences every time. Visit The Fit Guide The Fit Guide on LinkedIn The Fit Guide on Instagram   SHOW RESOURCES Jack Thomas on LinkedIn Fitness Business Asia Website Fitness Business Asia Instagram

    22 min
  3. Ringing the Bell at NASDAQ for the Health and Fitness Industry: The Athletech News Story, with Edward Hertzman

    JAN 25

    Ringing the Bell at NASDAQ for the Health and Fitness Industry: The Athletech News Story, with Edward Hertzman

    Host Jack Thomas is joined by Edward, founder Hertzman of Athletech News, to discuss what it takes to build a successful media company in health and fitness, what the industry can learn from other sectors, and what to expect over the next few years across global health, fitness and wellness.   SHOW SPONSORS Our sponsors are helping us to raise the standards of Asia's fitness industry. Show these great companies some support! Hapana, our preferred gym management software Ezypay, our preferred subscription and payment solution   NEWSLETTER For fitness business tips, insights and news - subscribe to The Fit Guide Newsletter   THE FIT GUIDE The Fit Guide helps you find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps clubs create incredible, five star client experiences every time. Visit The Fit Guide The Fit Guide on LinkedIn The Fit Guide on Instagram   SHOW RESOURCES Jack Thomas on LinkedIn Fitness Business Asia Website Fitness Business Asia Instagram   GUEST RESOURCES Edward Hertzman on LinkedIn Athletech News

    50 min
  4. Opening a Gym: Franchise or Build Your Own Brand?

    12/21/2025

    Opening a Gym: Franchise or Build Your Own Brand?

    In this episode, host Jack Thomas breaks down the real trade-offs between opening your own gym and buying into a franchise. He walks through the questions you need to ask yourself around risk, control, systems, creativity, and skillset, so you can find the path most likely to lead to success. SHOW SPONSORS Our sponsors are helping us to raise the standards of Asia's fitness industry. Show these great companies some support! Hapana, our preferred gym management software Ezypay, our preferred subscription and payment solution   NEWSLETTER For fitness business tips, insights and news - subscribe to The Fit Guide Newsletter   THE FIT GUIDE The Fit Guide helps you find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps clubs create incredible, five star client experiences every time. Visit The Fit Guide The Fit Guide on LinkedIn The Fit Guide on Instagram   SHOW RESOURCES Jack Thomas on LinkedIn Fitness Business Asia Website Fitness Business Asia Instagram

    18 min
  5. The Voice Problem Shortening Coaching Careers and Impacting Revenue, with Susie Millen

    12/15/2025

    The Voice Problem Shortening Coaching Careers and Impacting Revenue, with Susie Millen

    Host Jack Thomas is joined by Susie Millen, founder of My Vocal Fitness, to unpack how widespread vocal damage is in the fitness industry, why it happens, and why it should be on every coach and manager's radar. They break down how the voice actually works, what's going wrong when instructors shout to be heard, and the simple habits coaches can adopt to protect their voice before, during, and after sessions. Susie also shares practical guidance on being heard clearly without shouting, when to use a mic (and when you don't need one), and small changes managers can implement to protect their team, reduce burnout, and keep coaches performing at a high level. SHOW SPONSORS Our sponsors are helping us to raise the standards of Asia's fitness industry. Show these great companies some support! Hapana, our preferred gym management software Ezypay, our preferred subscription and payment solution NEWSLETTER For fitness business tips, insights and news - subscribe to The Fit Guide Newsletter THE FIT GUIDE The Fit Guide helps you find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps clubs create incredible, five star client experiences every time. Visit The Fit Guide The Fit Guide on LinkedIn The Fit Guide on Instagram SHOW RESOURCES Jack Thomas on LinkedIn Fitness Business Asia Website Fitness Business Asia Instagram GUEST RESOURCES Susie Millen on LinkedIn Article from Perspectives of the ASHA Special Interest Groups- 2024 Journal of the Voice- Group Fitness Questionnaire, 2013 Extra reading on some basic vocal tips SOVT warm up straw- OOVO Wireless headset - Amazon

    30 min
  6. How to Raise Your Prices Without Losing Members (And Maximizing Sales)

    12/01/2025

    How to Raise Your Prices Without Losing Members (And Maximizing Sales)

    Host Jack Thomas takes you through a five-step process on exactly how to increase your prices so that you minimize complaints and maximize sales. January 1st is the best time to do it, so now is the last chance to prepare. SHOW SPONSORS Our sponsors are helping us to raise the standards of Asia's fitness industry. Show these great companies some support! Hapana, our preferred gym management software Ezypay, our preferred subscription and payment solution   NEWSLETTER For fitness business tips, insights and news - subscribe to The Fit Guide Newsletter   THE FIT GUIDE The Fit Guide helps you find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps clubs create incredible, five star client experiences every time. Visit The Fit Guide The Fit Guide on LinkedIn The Fit Guide on Instagram   SHOW RESOURCES Jack Thomas on LinkedIn Fitness Business Asia Website Fitness Business Asia Instagram

    16 min
  7. Selling Your Gym: The Playbook for a High-Value Exit

    11/24/2025

    Selling Your Gym: The Playbook for a High-Value Exit

    Jack Thomas welcomes Mitch McGinley of Boutique Fitness Broker, who specialises in helping boutique fitness studios sell their gym for the best price possible. Every gym owner must consider what selling looks like one day, so we dig into how to position your business for maximum value, what buyers and investors really look for, and the common mistakes and pitfalls.   SHOW SPONSORS Our sponsors are helping us to raise the standards of Asia's fitness industry. Show these great companies some support! Hapana, our preferred gym management software Ezypay, our preferred subscription and payment solution   NEWSLETTER For fitness business tips, insights and news - subscribe to The Fit Guide Newsletter   THE FIT GUIDE The Fit Guide helps you find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps clubs create incredible, five star client experiences every time. Visit The Fit Guide The Fit Guide on LinkedIn The Fit Guide on Instagram   SHOW RESOURCES Jack Thomas on LinkedIn Fitness Business Asia Website Fitness Business Asia Instagram   GUEST RESOURCES Mitch McGinley on LinkedIn Boutique Fitness Broker

    1h 3m
  8. How to Turn Black Friday Into Your Biggest Sales Day of the Year

    11/10/2025

    How to Turn Black Friday Into Your Biggest Sales Day of the Year

    Host Jack Thomas shares how you can turn Black Friday into one of their biggest sales days of the year. Jack breaks down his proven strategies to maximize revenue, create urgency without discounting too deeply, and build long-term loyalty, rather than short-term buzz. SHOW SPONSORS Our sponsors are helping us to raise the standards of Asia's fitness industry. Show these great companies some support! Hapana, our preferred gym management software Ezypay, our preferred subscription and payment solution   NEWSLETTER For fitness business tips, insights and news - subscribe to The Fit Guide Newsletter   THE FIT GUIDE The Fit Guide helps you find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps clubs create incredible, five star client experiences every time. Visit The Fit Guide The Fit Guide on LinkedIn The Fit Guide on Instagram   SHOW RESOURCES Jack Thomas on LinkedIn Fitness Business Asia Website Fitness Business Asia Instagram

    16 min
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Welcome to the Fitness Business Asia podcast, hosted by BASE founder and CEO Jack Thomas - a show with a strong and powerful mission to raise the standards of Asia's fitness industry. If you're an ambitious gym owner, fitness manager, investor in the wellness industry or a coach that wants to get into the business side of fitness, this weekly resource will help you raise your game.

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