How do I get started with a personal training business?

Opening your own personal training business is an exciting prospect. Here are a few things you’ll need to do to prepare: Identify an optimal locationDraft a business planSecure financingEnsure your space is well-equippedSelect the ideal management softwareRecruit and maintain an exceptional support teamCreate a remarkable and unforgettable customer experienceWe have a comprehensive guide, with even more tips and links, on how to open a fitness business.

What kind of software should I use for online personal training?

As your business grows, you need more centralized software that will help keep everything moving. Choosing an all-in-one software means consolidating 5-6 separate services into one. The Mindbody platform is designed to assist personal trainers, fitness professionals, and gym owners in managing their businesses, including scheduling sessions, tracking client progress, handling payments, and more.Our software streamlines administrative tasks, automates essential functions, and provides valuable insights through analytics. By freeing up your time and offering tools to improve client engagement, you can focus on expanding your client base and enhancing your services.

My personal training classes are outside. Can I still list them in Mindbody app?

Of course! The Mindbody Marketplace is the largest global community of people looking for fitness businesses like yours. Clients can find and book your personal training sessions wherever you have them, even if it’s in a location other than your business address. We’ve had clients conduct training sessions at public parks, community spaces, and even go to their client’s homes for an even more personal touch. You can add details in your listing and provide contact information.

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Mindbody scheduling features — Stay organized
Mindbody personal training software makes it easy for your clients to reserve sessions and lets you plan your day, all from the same schedule.
Scheduling made easy

Mindbody booking features — Make it easy to book from anywhere
You need to be where your clients are. We make it easy to book on web or mobile, on your custom branded app or through our Affiliate Network on sites like Google.
360 client experiences

Send tailored messages
Reach the right people at the right time with integrated marketing tools for text and email campaigns.
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Mindbody staff management features — Motivate your team
Seamlessly manage your crew, even if you’re just starting out. Coordinate scheduling, performance reviews, payroll & more.
Staff management

A collage showing Mindbody client tools for personal trainers — Manage clients
Connect with clients and generate recurring revenue for your business with easy-to-set-up autopay memberships, detailed profiles, and more.
Client management tools

Mindbody payments features — Flex your payment muscles
Track every transaction through your software, plus give clients the payment options they want: online, on mobile, or at the front desk.
Friction-free transactions

Mindbody reporting features — Optimize your performance
Run reports that make sense of your data, so you can gauge your success, allocate resources, stay on budget, and plan ahead.
Data-driven reporting

Mindbody business app features — Work on the go
Run quick-and-easy transactions, sell memberships, and upsell products and services, right from your phone or tablet.
Mobile business management

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Track client progress

Say goodbye to clunky binders and notebooks. We have flexible, efficient progress tracking integrated with each client profile, so you can edit and access the details you need to personalize every interaction.

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What our customers are saying

“Works really great as a personal trainer! I can book clients myself or have them book with my link. Scheduling clients is very easy for me.”

Rachel E.

Personal Trainer

“Everything I need in one platform. Other companies promise the same but don't have the experience or the resources.”

Cesar R.

Yoga Teacher

“We have not found a competitor with all the same features: a branded app, marketing, classes, appts, courses, & arrivals.”

Anne S.

Health Club Owner

“The software hasn't made me question using a different solution. This is the all-in-one package I was hoping for.”

Razvan S.

Health, Wellness, & Fitness

“Mindbody integrates scheduling, CRM, payments, & financial management tools, with a user-friendly mobile app too.”

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Head Crossfit Coach

“Solid product. I like having client info & credit processing all under Mindbody, & having reports each month.”

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Health, Wellness, & Fitness owner

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