Mel Tempest - Ignite Fitness Business

17/09/2025

NEW SATURDAY ROUNDTABLES AT AusFitness INDUSTRY SYDNEY!
CHECK OUT THE TITLES!

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16/09/2025

This week at AusFitness Industry Sydney I’ll be moderating four powerful roundtables alongside incredible industry leaders:

Organic, Paid or Partnerships? – Picking the right gym marketing tactics.
Harnessing Community – Building Lasting Member Relationships.
Recovery in Gyms – Why It’s the Next Big Growth Driver.
Unlocking Pilates – How it’s emerging as a core business channel.

ICC Sydney | 19–20 Sept | Co-located with AusFitness Expo
Let’s connect, collaborate, and shape the future of fitness together.
Register for your free trade pass: https://lnkd.in/gYtvSMfU

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13/09/2025

Two of the biggest names in the fitness industry will be available freely at the AusFitness Industry next Saturday in Sydney.
Come and join us on two thirty-minute roundtables -
Social media on a low budget with Richard Toutounji and converting trial members to real-life members with Steve Jensen Impact Training Corporation

This time next week, doors will be open to the biggest fitness industry event of the year for two massive days of expert-led education, a showcase of local and international brands and networking opportunities.

Lock in for the future of fitness and register for your FREE trade pass today – save $50! Tickets are $50 on event days. Register now 👉🏼 https://ausfitnessexpo.com.au/registration-tickets-2025?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=vp&utm_content=register&coupon=AFIFB

📍 ICC Sydney | 19-20 September
🤝 AusFitness Industry is co-located with AusFitness Expo

12/09/2025

ROUNDTABLE ANNOUNCEMENT - INDEPENDENT OPERATORS,
THIS IS FOR YOU. CHECK OUT THE TILES BELOW AND LET'S GO!
Super Saturday at the AusFitness Expo Industry Trade Show and Business Summit Sydney is built for you – the independent gym owner, personal trainer, or operator ready to outsmart your competitors, scale up, exit, or sharpen your business edge.

Join me as I host a power-packed series of roundtables featuring industry leaders tackling the real challenges that matter:

Low-cost social media strategies to drive growth. We need this in a highly competitive marketplace, and Richard Toutounji has the resources.

Sales conversions that turn trials into loyal members. Every gym on every corner is offering free, it's time to turn free into a money maker and not a taker. Thirty minutes of sales resources and tools with Steve Jensen Impact Training Corporation, you can't miss it.

Group fitness innovations to boost attendance and community. Get more foot traffic with 'different'. Strength, Wellness and Circuit programming consumers want it! But are you delivering? Hear from the group fitness experts Daniel Pollard, Melissa Herrera and Mel Tempest.

Profit and Loss statement, learn how to read them, know what buyers are really looking at, and understand the current market when buying and selling! Don't wait until the last moment; get your strategy ready in advance with Cam Prosser thirty-minute roundtable discussion. BF Brokers Group

Walk away with practical tools, cheat sheets, and proven strategies to future-proof your business. Independents want more resources and tools, and we're providing them!

No bookings required – show up, connect, and get ready to transform your next move. Would love to hear your feedback!

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08/09/2025

Thank you, Karen Sweaney, for recognising my work and the work of not only the women alongside me in the article, but also the women of our industry; that's who we represent - not just ourselves, but all women.
Women play an essential role in the fitness industry; there is no doubt about that, and yes, men do as well, but with each gendered role comes different aspects of responsibility, accountability and opportunities.
Whether it's on the front desk greeting consumers, leading classes, coaching individuals to reach their goals, taking a leap of faith as a start-up, caring for kids in the many centres across the world, right up to the top as a CEO, women are creating action, noise and opportunity. Many do this while raising children and supporting their partners in their careers.
Yet we still need more women in higher positions, women of the now, women who work every day, hands-on. The struggle is real in getting yourself into the chair. It's a work in progress for many, and many won't achieve it; however, what we will do on our journey is make the noise and hope the doors will open for the next generation. We owe that to our industry.
There is so much to be said on women's leadership and opportunities, but for now, let's celebrate the women in this article and all women of the fitness industry. Take a bow, you are doing amazing work. Thank you, and thank you to the men who do support us.

Read the full article at https://www.ausleisure.com.au/news/women-driving-innovation-in-australian-fitness-and-wellness-management/

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08/09/2025

ANNOUNCEMENT:- AusFitness Industry Trade Show and Business Summit introduces Roundtables to their education summit. Including an Independent Gym Owners Meet Up!
On Saturday, I'll be hosting four 30-minute roundtable experiences that will leave you with resources to IGNITE your business in 2025 and beyond.
If you're not afraid of unfiltered conversation, then you'll be in the right place. There is no topic off limits. Gym Owners, Personal Trainers, and Suppliers all want and need help! I see and hear.
There will be industry experts sitting alongside you. People who work in the fitness industry, everyday individuals who understand all aspects of what we, the business owners, do in the current landscape.
And if you can't make it on Saturday, I'll be running three panels on Friday, as well as an early riser panel on Saturday morning.
I encourage you to keep watching this space as I share more information about the roundtables. I will also painfully tag many of you for the betterment of your business and our industry.

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31/08/2025

LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER - FROM BALLARAT TO WOLLONGONG WE WANT HEALTHIER AND FITTER PEOPLE!
REGISTER NOW AND GRAB 21 DAYS FREE AT OUR CLUB, PLUS YOU GET FREE ACCESS TO FITNESS APPS TO DO YOUR WORKOUTS ANYWHERE, ANY TIME!
OPPORTUNITY EXPIRES AT MIDNIGHT.

Can you complete 75 moves a day for 21 days?

28/08/2025

PRESS RELEASE: August 28, 2025.

Million Moves Declares War on Inactivity in $15B Health Emergency.

Australia is facing a $15 billion inactivity health crisis – and data shows the solution isn’t medicine, it’s movement.

Million Moves is a free, fun, three-week inclusive program designed for people of all ages and abilities to move more and build healthy habits that last.

Registrations are open and it’s free to sign up and pledge 75 daily ‘moves’ for 21 days from 1-21 September – representing the 75%+ physically inactive Australians, costing the economy $15B annually – and the three weeks it takes to form a healthy habit.

Murdoch University will release new research post-event to measure behaviour change, and participants access a $125k prize pool, including free access to hundreds of gyms, health and fitness facilities and workout apps.

Million Moves aims to reverse the City of Ballarat data showing
39.1% have long-term health conditions, higher than the Regional Victorian average.
62% of adult males and nearly 43% of females are overweight or obese.
2 in 5 have one or more long-term health conditions, 1 in 5 live with disability, including around 7,000 with severe/profound disability, 78% physical & 22% mental/behavioural.
36% have been diagnosed with anxiety or depression, compared to 27% in Victoria.
41% of females have been diagnosed with anxiety or depression in their lifetime, and 19% reported a high degree of psychological distress.
31% of males have been diagnosed with anxiety or depression at some point, with 17% reporting a high or very high degree of psychological distress.
Nationally, over 75% of Australians are inactive, fuelling 20% of preventable chronic diseases, including type 2 diabetes, heart and kidney disease and several cancers – all major contributors to premature death and disability.
AUSactive CEO Barrie Elvish says the challenge is about breaking down barriers to movement, stating, “This isn’t about Lycra or six-packs – it’s about making activity simple and achievable.”
“If we can help people form healthy habits in just 21 days, the ripple effect for families, communities and the healthcare system will be enormous.”
This AUSactive initiative, supported by the Australian Government, managed by the Australian Sports Commission in Ballarat (Vic) and Wollongong (NSW) provides access to the $125k Prize Pool, including:

Free gym passes, classes and activations at hundreds of gyms, including SNAP Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Jetts, F45, Genesis Health And Fitness Ballarat 24/7 and Goodlife Health Clubs.

Free access to workout apps including The Body Coach (Joe Wicks, videos/socials), Sweat Zumba Fitness app, 3D Measure Me, and Les Mills.

2 x $30k new gym equipment for schools registering a team of 10 or more (or multiple teams like students vs staff) from Matrix Fitness and Revo Fitness, including a $4K InBody body scanner.
Expert tips from PTs, AUSactive health ambassadors and free resources including movement trackers and fitness guides for the gym, home and outdoors.

Coles vouchers and other discounts, including 15% off activewear from LSKD.

Free wellbeing resources from Unisc Thompson Institute
Data shows
3 in 4 Australians don’t meet minimum movement guidelines
61% of workers are experiencing burnout, compared to the global average of 48%.

Up to 38% of disease could be prevented by reducing risk factors like being overweight.
Every $1 invested in preventive health saves approximately $14.30 in healthcare and other costs.
Just 15 minutes of daily movement can boost mental health by 22.5%.

Exercise is 1.5 x more effective than counselling or medication for depression.
The World Health Organization (WHO) Organization (WHO) recommends 2.5-5 hours of moderately intense physical activity per week, or 1.25-2.5 hours of vigorous exercise – or a mix of both, including multiple sessions of muscle-strengthening activities.

How to Get Involved
Sign up for free as a school, workplace or individual.
Pledge 75 daily moves for the 21 days – anything from star jumps, gardening, surfing or trying a new class.

Log progress online via the Moves Calendar.
Share your journey with
Registrations close 31 August - this Sunday.
Register now at https://millionmoves.org.au/t/genesis-gym-ballarat and grab your 21 days free.

Our club is also offering in-house prizes, so it doesn't matter if you're a group fitness fan or a gym fan. Please register today.

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22/08/2025

Fitness coaching that costs $0? Yes, please!
Join the Million Moves movement this September and get 3 months FREE access to the SWEAT app -
Register with our club at
https://millionmoves.org.au/t/genesis-gym-ballarat
Access to the below will be emailed to you shortly before the 1st September.

19/08/2025

It's time - we need you to register as soon as possible.

Members who register and complete 75 moves a day, anywhere at any time, and register their moves will go into the draw for a $500 VISA.
Non-members who register and complete 75 moves a day, anywhere at any time, including our gym and register their moves will get 21 days free at the club and go into the draw to win a 12-month membership.
You'll need to register using the link below. Also, copy and paste and send it to as many friends as you can.

The objective of Million Moves is to collate data for research; your personal details are not recorded, just the moves, your age and gender are recorded. Australia has a significant problem with chronic illness and obesity; type 2 diabetes is on the rise in young toddlers and children, and young adults are being diagnosed more and more with chronic diseases and mental health issues. Movement matters exercise is the main product to help decrease and eliminate health issues in society.
Our health care system cannot cope. Our medical staff are overworked; we need to decrease their load and get people healthier.

Register now, and you can get your friends, workplace and schools to register.

This is a government initiative, and our club receives NO payment. Everything we are doing, we are doing off our own back.

You dont need to live in Ballarat if you want to participate.

Can you complete 75 moves a day for 21 days?

14/08/2025

The AUSactive Million Moves campaign starts in just 2.5 weeks, running from September 1- 21!

✔️Pledge your commitment online to join the challenge and complete 75 moves every day for 21 days. Click the pic below to see freebies.

✨ Inspire your community and get moving, as 75% of Aussies don’t meet the activity guidelines.

💻 Head over to www.millionmoves.org.au to see what it’s all about, find our page Genesis Ballarat, redeem free resources and discover prizes!

🗺️ Although the campaign is focused on QLD, WA, Ballarat & Wollongong, it’s open for anyone to join….!
Everyone can join our team and be eligible for prizes.

Stay tuned for more updates!

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