Jesse Suarez, owner of CrossFit Hyperactive in Salinas, California, describes how he and his members have handled the evolving requirements for gyms during the COVID pandemic. In short, hours are longer, expenses are higher, and income is lower. Though Suarez has considered moving to a smaller space and even closing for good, his members have started coming back and offering support. Approximately 45 percent have returned so far, even taking it upon themselves to hold a fundraiser, which helped Suarez pay the rent.
Comments on Running a Gym in 2020: CrossFit Hyperactive
You have a wonderful community Jesse. Everyone is so nice and supportive, I hope you do well for many years to come. I am sure you will get through this. If I ever visit your town, I will definitely stop by and take a class at your gym. Take care.
How do the affiliates get support? Aside from member support, would HQ consider an affiliate fee reduction during this time? No members , no gym. So what happens next? Closure. I haven't seen any support for these affiliates. HQ should consider this. Recording stories are great but it doesn't pay the bills
Can’t run an inside class at 50% capacity and then the class outside at the same time? I’m not convinced of the 6’ rule...germs don’t stop at 6’ but if your ventilation is there and you are doing all the stuff you’ve been doing running dual classes could work. And last, the people that know that THIS increases our chances of fighting are already doing it...it’s so hard to convince people that live in complacency that THIS is a benefit that pays ten fold. Best of luck to you! I just opened my own location in March (talk about bad timing)...I’d love to be able to say 11 years! 🙌🏼
Keep up the good work Jesse! A few years from now you'll look back and be proud of how hard you're working now.
Running a Gym in 2020: CrossFit Hyperactive
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