Fitness Business Asia Podcast

What will separate the world's best gyms from everyone else by 2030?
We welcome Jarron Aizen, CEO of Hapana, to discuss why the company rebuilt its software from the ground up, and how the next generation of gym technology will fundamentally change the way fitness businesses operate.
From AI that can make operational decisions to unified data that gives operators a complete view of their business, this conversation explores the systems that could define the industry's next decade.
Whether you lead a single club or a global fitness brand, this episode offers a fascinating look at what's coming next.
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We sat down with Liv Billingham from Ezypay to unpack the biggest trends shaping the fitness industry across Southeast Asia.
We break down the opportunities and challenges in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines and Thailand, discussing everything from market maturity and consumer behaviour to localisation, digital wallets and recurring payments.
We also explore why community continues to outperform technology alone, why operators need to think beyond simply importing a successful model from another country, and what brands should consider before expanding into new markets.
Essential listening for anyone operating or investing in the region.
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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
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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.
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Jack Thomas on LinkedIn
Fitness Business Asia Website
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GUEST RESOURCES
Olivia Billingham on LinkedIn
Ezypay

Most gym equipment is still judged on the wrong things: Brand reputation, how it looks, or which influencer recommends it.
In this episode, Benny Price of RTS Global joins us to talk about his new venture, Gym Equipment Design, and why the industry needs a proper standard for what "good" actually is.
We get into the thinking behind creating a comprenesive award for gym equipment design, built around human-centered performance, rather than marketing.
From usability and adjustability to resistance profiles and innovation, Benny breaks down how equipment should be evaluated based on how it actually works for the user, not just how it looks on the gym floor.
This is essential listening for any fitness manager, gym owner or coach.
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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
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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.
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SHOW RESOURCES
Jack Thomas on LinkedIn
Fitness Business Asia Website
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GUEST RESOURCES
Benny Price on LinkedIn
Gym Equipment Design

Linda Tang's WeBarre has earned multiple awards from The Fit Guide for both class and overall experience, making it one of the standout fitness brands globally, not just in Barre.
In this episode, Linda shares how she has maintained consistent five-star standards across multiple Singapore locations, in a city where pre and post-class service has historically scored lower overall. Expect plenty of practical takeaways for operators who want to raise their standards.
Check out Five-Star Fitness on YouTube here.
 
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
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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
Linda Tang on LinkedIn
WeBarre

We welcome Jeff Bladt from ClassPass to answer some of the questions and concerns studio owners often raise about the platform.
ClassPass has its vocal critics, so we discuss some of the most common sticking points and areas of tension between studios and the platform.
For host Jack Thomas' analysis of ClassPass's role in the industry, check out episode 321, The Truth About ClassPass.
 
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
Jeff Bladt on LinkedIn
ClassPass