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EPISODE · May 7, 2026 · 21 MIN

Picking the right business model for class based sports businesses

from The First Class Podcast

In this episode, we break down one of the most important decisions for any sports class business: choosing the right business model. Should you run term-based programs that align with school schedules, or move to a perpetual model with ongoing enrollments and monthly billing? We explore how each model works, along with the real-world pros and cons across admin workload, cash flow, customer experience, retention, and occupancy. You'll get a clear understanding of how your choice of model can shape your operations—and why it's so important to get it right from the start. While the perpetual model comes out ahead in several key areas, the answer isn't one-size-fits-all. Tune in to learn how to evaluate what's best for your business, your customers, and your market.

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