The Business of Fitness Blog
Learn about the business of fitness in the PushPress Gym Management blog. Trends, best practices, case studies, tips and more!
Tag: starting a business

How Much Does It Cost to Open a BJJ Gym in 2026?
Opening a BJJ academy in 2026? See real startup costs, instructor pay, mat installation, software, and membership pricing benchmarks that actually work.

How Much Does It Cost to Start a Gym? Full Cost Breakdown (2026)
Opening a gym costs between $50,000 and $500,000+ depending on size and location. See the full cost breakdown for leases, equipment, insurance, marketing, payroll, and more.

Starting A Gym: The How To Guide For Doing Market Research
Market research is an integral part of starting a gym. Here are eight key things to consider when doing research for your fitness business.

6 Rent Ideas for Your Gym: Improve Your Revenue
Your gym can make you money especially when it’s not at capacity with members; there’s an untapped stream of revenue right here.
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