#34 How to Start a Kids Coaching Service in Your Gym

In this roundtable-style conversation, Stuart speaks to three gym owners (Stuart MacDonald from True Fitness, Chris Travis from Seattle Strength & Performance and Tim Reid from ETC) who have successfully built youth coaching programs inside their facilities—ranging from sports performance models in the US to general fitness programs in the UK.They break down:How they actually got startedWhat works (and what doesn’t) with pricing, scheduling, and structureThe surprising demand from parents—and why it’s easier to fill than adult sessionsThe realities of seasonality, profitability, and scalingAnd why youth coaching might be one of the most overlooked opportunities in the fitness industry right nowIf you’re a PT or gym owner thinking about adding a youth offering—or wondering if it’s worth it—this episode will give you a clear, honest look at what’s involved.