Right now, Yoga is more popular than ever. More and more people are getting into Yoga and more and more Yoga studios are opening up. Because of this, it is critical to look into ways to improve your Yoga class. Doing so will keep your class competitive and prevent other Yoga studios from snatching up your clients.
Fortunately, Fitness Audio is here to help with three easy ways you can level-up your Yoga class.
Explain Everything Clearly
Most Yoga Instructors are well-trained on how to explain each pose and direct their students into those poses. What’s also important is explaining the importance of each pose. Giving a quick explanation of what each pose does and what it improves (whether it’s core strength, posture, flexibility, etc) goes a long way in creating a more positive Yoga class experience. Your students will come out of each class feeling as though they had an effective Yoga session and learnt something new along the way.
Whether you’re explaining how to get into a pose or what a pose does, making sure your class can hear you clearly is an absolute necessity. Fitness Audio recommends all Group Fitness Instructors, including Yoga Instructors, invest in a quality fitness microphone so they can be heard by all their students.
Even though Yoga is a more quiet, less-intense fitness class, a solid microphone and sound system can go a long way!
Use Music to Your Advantage
Playing calming, meditative music will also improve the experience your students have in your Yoga class. Researching Yoga music and curating a playlist for your class will boost the ambience of your Yoga class’s environment and set a more relaxing vibe.
Once again, you want to ensure you have the right sound equipment that will allow you to play clear, quality-sounding music and talk to your class simultaneously.
Whether your Yoga class is indoors or outdoors, Fitness Audio has the perfect sound system for you. Click here to view our full range of gym sound systems.
Connect With Your Members
Last but not least, you want to make an effort to connect with your members. Simply remembering names, sticking around before and after your class to chat to your students, and facilitating conversation between them goes a long way in adding a personal touch to your Yoga class.
This will reinforce your students’ loyalty to your class and prevent them from wanting to change to other Yoga studios.
For more information on levelling-up your Yoga class, contact Fitness Audio today!
Contrary to popular belief, cleaning your fitness mic with alcohol, gym wipes, disinfectants, or UV lights is not the best method, and can actually be harmful to your wireless mic electronics.
Fortunately, there are other ways you can keep your headmic clean and germ-free.
The single best option is to use your own personal headset microphone, windscreens and pouch/mic belts (if your system has a body pack transmitter), and follow the tips below for cleaning and storage.
Headset Microphone Cleaning and Storage
To keep your fitness mic clean, wipe it off with a dry cloth after each use. Clean the connector out with Deoxit Cleaner every now and then to remove any build-ups and prevent microphone crackling.
Avoid using disinfectants such as Lysol and Isopropyl Alcohol as they may degrade the plastic coating on some headset mic boom arms and headbands. If disinfectant gets into the mic element, it can ruin it permanently.
When it comes to storage, the best place to store your headmic is in a headset mic case. If you don’t have one, use a tupperware type container with a lid. Poke holes in the lid so air can circulate and let the mic dry out between uses.
Our new Fitness Audio mic cases are designed to store and protect all our mics. They even include a handy accessory holder for your windsocks, transmitters, and other small mic accessories.
Mic Windscreen Cleaning
Every Exercise Instructor should use their own windscreens even if they are sharing microphones. Replace your mic windscreen every few classes and hand wash them gently in warm water. After washing, thoroughly rinse your windscreens and let air dry.
Mic Belt Cleaning
Like windscreens, each Fitness Instructor should use their own mic belt. To clean your mic belt, gently hand wash it in warm water, rinse thoroughly, and let air dry.
Belt/Body Pack Transmitter Cleaning
To keep your audio transmitter clean, wipe it down after each use with a dry cloth. Use Deoxit Cleaner every now and then to clean your transmitter and remove build-ups and use our eGloop for added corrosion protection.
Following these tips will keep your wireless mic equipment clean and prevent sweat and moisture damage from occurring.
One of the most common audio issues many Fitness Instructors and Group Exercise Directors have to deal with is microphone feedback on their wireless mic systems. Although this is an annoying thing to have to deal with, it is usually fairly easy to resolve.
What is Microphone Feedback?
Microphone feedback refers to the squealing or whale-like sound you get when a microphone picks itself up through the speakers. When this occurs, it feeds the sound back into the speakers, making a loop.
This can be disruptive to your group fitness class and cause you to lose members. Because of this, it is important that Fitness Teachers understand not only why mic feedback occurs, but also how to stop it.
How to Prevent Microphone Feedback?
There are a few easy fixes Exercise Instructors can implement to stop mic feedback. Firstly, try turning down the trim or gain control on your wireless microphone transmitter. If that doesn’t work, rearrange the speakers in your fitness studio so that they are not pointing back at the Instructor. Also for the sake of your sound quality, make sure your speakers are not positioned in the four corners of your exercise room! Finally, if you’re still experiencing feedback, try adjusting your equaliser on your fitness mixer controls to minimise the group of sounds (bass or treble) that is giving you issues.
If neither of these things work, give Fitness Audio a call! Our audio experts are always happy to help.
P.S. if your wireless mic system is cutting in and out, making popping sounds, or you hear static, it's probably not microphone feedback, but we can usually help with that, too.
Whether you’re an experienced Virtual Fitness Instructor or you’re new to the game, it is paramount that you have the right tools.
Streaming your fitness classes isn’t always easy and there are a multitude of complications that can arise, so ensuring you have the right equipment to prevent them will give you the best shot at running a successful online fitness class.
Here are Fitness Audio's top 3 tools that every Virtual Fitness Instructor needs.
1. An Audio Mixer
If you want nice, clear sound, a quality audio mixer is going to be important.
Having one that can accommodate a microphone and speakers at a minimum will give you the best shot at ensuring you are delivering crystal-clear audio to your fitness class.
A quality mixer will also help ensure that your music does not overpower your voice. This way your class will be able to hear you clearly and listen to your pumping playlist while they workout.
2. A Microphone
Investing in a solid fitness mic is a must!
There’s nothing more disappointing than attending a virtual fitness class where you can’t even hear the Fitness Instructor.
Having a good-quality fitness microphone that won’t restrict your movements will ensure that your class can hear you clearly and follow along easily. It will also prevent that awful crackling noise that often occurs when using poor-quality mics.
3. Our Advice
Although setting up your streaming equipment may seem fairly straightforward, professional advice always helps!
Whether you encounter an audio issue or you simply want advice on what equipment would be best for your virtual class, Fitness Audio is always here to help.
Contact our team here!
Whether you’ve been teaching Pilates for years now or are just starting out, it’s important to ensure that you are providing your members with the very best fitness class experience possible. If you don’t, you run the risk of losing your clients to competing Pilates studios!
Fortunately, Fitness Audio is here to help. Read on to find out three easy things you can do to take your Pilates class to the next level and maximise member retention!
Maximise Your Audio Quality
A common mistake many Pilates Instructors make is focussing purely on their exercise equipment and putting very little effort into their sound equipment. Although it is critical to have high-quality Pilates machines and accessories, having a high-quality sound system is just as important.
This is because of two main reasons:
- you need loud and clear music that will boost your members’ motivation levels, and
- you need to be able to deliver concise instructions to your class without being overpowered by the music.
A good-quality audio set-up will allow you to pump your music and deliver clear instructions simultaneously. This will make your class easier to follow, help your members smash their goals, and provide your members with an all-round positive group fitness class experience.
The best way to go about maximising your studio’s sound is to get a custom audio installation set up in your gym. Fitness Audio offers top of the range audio installs custom designed for your Pilates studio. Our fitness sound professionals will assess your space, advise you on what equipment you do and do not need, and install everything quickly and seamlessly. We are also on call whenever you need us so we can remedy any audio issues you may encounter in the future.
Motivate With Lighting
Similarly to fitness sound equipment, many Pilates Instructors undermine the role a solid lighting system can play in their Pilates studio. Although Pilates is a lower-intensity, slower-paced fitness class, installing fun, dynamic lighting can help boost the experience your members have in your class.
Like a pumping sound system, a vibrant lighting system will maximise motivation levels in your class, and help your members get the most out of their workouts.
Fitness Audio can help you achieve an inspiring lighting environment with our custom light solutions. We can install a dynamic, colour-changing, and easy-to-use lighting system custom-made for your Pilates studio. This will wow your members and differentiate your fitness centre from competitors!
Remember The Simple Things
Last but not least, remembering to do the simple things will go a long way in your Pilates class. This includes remembering your clients' names, explaining the role and importance of each exercise, and making your Pilates class a fun and personal experience by getting to know your members and helping them to get to know each other.
These things will drastically improve member retention as your clients will feel more connected to you, your class, and their classmates.
For more information on levelling-up your Pilates studio, talk to the Fitness Audio team today!
Wireless microphone pouches are an easy investment that will help increase the lifespan of your microphone transmitters.
We've been selling sound gear exclusively to fitness facilities for a long time, and servicing equipment for almost as long. We see a whole lot of sweat - damaged, nasty audio equipment, and we know that it doesn't always have to be that way.
A very simple and helpful solution to keep your wireless microphone equipment healthy is a microphone belt.
The vast majority of all wireless microphone systems that have a headset microphone still have belt worn transmitter packs. These packs get extremely sweaty during the course of a one hour fitness class if they are clipped directly to the Instructor's clothing. Multiply that grime and moisture by several classes a day, and you've got a recipe for damaged electronics.
Simple fix: every Instructor should wear their transmitter pack in a mic belt. These durable mic belts will keep your mic transmitters safe from sweat and also prevent you from accidentally dropping them when you instruct.
An investment of less than $50 can save a transmitter (some of which are nearly $600!).
View our full range of durable and stylish mic belts here!
Since the end of lockdown, most fitness studios and gyms have gone back to in-person training, some have kept their classes online, and others have opted for online/in-person hybrid classes.
These hybrid classes give members the option to either train from home or come into the gym for their workout. Although it provides much greater flexibility, it can be detrimental to instructors and members alike. Making sure you pull it off well is therefore very important. Here are some tips for how to best go about it.
Have the Right Setup
First things first, you need to ensure you have the right video and audio equipment.
Video
Just like for normal online classes, the way you appear on your members’ devices is paramount. You want to film your classes with a quality camera that allows your members to see you clearly throughout the entirety of the class.
You will also need to consider lighting. You want to make sure that your studio appears bright for your online members, however not so bright that it will affect the experience of your in-person members. Testing your camera and experimenting with different angles before your class and asking for feedback afterwards is a great way to go about this.
When it comes to hybrid fitness classes specifically, you also need to factor privacy into your livestream. Make sure your in-person members don’t appear in your video and select the automatic mic-off camera-off function for your online students.
Audio
Having the right audio equipment is also critical for your hybrid fitness class. You’ll definitely want to use a wireless microphone and a mixer to ensure your voice isn’t overpowered by your music.
For hybrid fitness classes, you need to make sure your online students can hear you just as clearly as your in-person students can. To do this, test your microphone and ask your online members for feedback after your class. You also need to ensure that there is no playback, so muting all your online attendants’ mics is a must!
Remember to Engage with ALL Members
When running hybrid classes, it’s easy to forget about your online members and focus solely on your in-person attendants. Greet all your students and address them all throughout your class. Rotate eye-contact between your in-person members and your camera too.
After your class, consider giving your online students the opportunity to unmute their mics and engage in conversation with one-another. This will build that valuable sense of community and make your online students feel far more comfortable and included in your class.
Account for Space and Equipment Limitations
Don’t forget that your online students will have space and equipment limitations. Make sure that your class can be done in a small room and limit your required equipment to yoga mats, resistance bands, foam rollers, and light weights. If your online students have to fork out too much money on equipment for your class, chances are they won’t do it.
As usual, ask all your members about any injuries they may have so you can let them know what exercises they shouldn’t do. It’s easy to forget about this if you can’t see them!
Running a hybrid fitness class will take a bit of getting used to. Remember that feedback does go a long way, however, so check in with both your online and in-person students after each class.
Also remember to get in touch with Fitness Audio for any questions regarding online and in-person audio equipment. Our team will be able to advise you on your options and provide you with recommendations that suit your needs and budget.
Changing Batteries
When removing the battery cover, slide the cover down. When placing the battery inside the transmitter, make sure the battery’s the correct way and is placed in bottom-first. Make sure the ribbon is behind the battery to allow ease of removal.
Check that the battery has power by making sure the red light flashes once and turns off when you turn the transmitter on. If the battery light does not disappear, it is indicating that the battery is flat.
When removing the battery, simply lift the ribbon up and eject the battery.
When replacing the battery cover, put it on right to left and push it down.
Changing Channels
The black dial under the battery cover is the channel selector. The MT dial is the gain level. Adjust as required.
Connecting Your Microphone
When connecting your mic to your transmitter, line up the clip on the plug with the groove on the transmitter. Insert the microphone.
When it’s time to release the microphone, push in the button which releases the lock and removes the microphone. Never twist, jerk, or force the plug in or out.
Following these tips will help you maximise your microphone transmitter’s lifespan and performance so you can deliver the best fitness class hassle-free!
Retaining members is the number one challenge all fitness studio owners face. With more and more gyms opening up and new fitness crazes emerging, staying competitive and holding onto your existing members has never been more difficult.
Fortunately, Fitness Audio is here to help. Here are our top tips for staying competitive, retaining your members, and getting more sign-ups along the way.
Build a Community
Tennis clubs have the highest levels of member retention than any other type of fitness club in Australia. This is because they nail community building. Most tennis clubs encourage their members to play against the same people, which instigates the formation of bonds and relationships between members, making them more loyal to their club.
Building a strong sense of community is a tactic all fitness centres can employ, not just tennis clubs. You may go about this by offering free group fitness classes to members so they have an opportunity to meet and train with one another, run competitions or other social events, or offer group training sessions.
Personalise Your Member’s Experience
Treating every member of your gym as a valued part of your community will also help improve member retention. People like to feel special and not like a means for your gym to make money. Simply remembering their names, greeting them, making regular small talk, and sending happy birthday emails or texts will go a long way!
Make Sure Your Members are Comfortable
If you want your members to keep coming back to your gym, you should make it easy for them - especially if they are beginners. Providing them with helpful guides and posters regarding your equipment, different workouts, and exercise dos and don’ts will make them much more comfortable and willing to come back.
Always ensure you have experienced and friendly staff around the gym floor who can lend your members a hand, too.
Invest in the Best
When it comes to investing in equipment, you need to think outside the box. Investing in state-of-the-art and high-quality exercise equipment is fairly obvious in maximising member retention. Investing in new software is not as obvious, however will also make a huge difference in improving member retention.
You want to make it easy for your members to book in a training session or fitness class, so ensuring you have simple and easily accessible software online or on an app to do so will make a difference. Similarly, investing in software that tracks your members performance and compares their results throughout their journey will inspire them to come back again and again.
Create an Unforgettable Workout Environment
Last but not least, you need to build an atmosphere that motivates your members and creates an enjoyable workout experience. To do this, you want to ensure you have a quality sound system that compliments your space and delivers crisp music and voice audio. The best way to go about this is to invest in a custom sound system for your gym. This will involve an audio specialist conducting an assessment of your studio and designing a custom sound system that will compliment your space. Don’t forget fitness microphones too if you’re teaching classes!
You also want to install the right lighting in your gym. For group fitness class rooms, such as Spin and Pilates studios, having dynamic, colour-changing lighting will create an unforgettable workout environment for your members that inspires them and keeps them coming back!
Maximising member retention will play a massive role in the overall success of your business. Although it may require some up-front investment, having the right equipment, software, and atmosphere will make a big difference!
If you’re wanting to install a new sound or lighting system in your fitness studio, get in touch with Fitness Audio today. Our expert designers and installers will help you create the perfect environment that will set you up for long-term member retention!
These days most people listen to music while they exercise. This not only makes a mundane workout more interesting, but also provides a number of benefits that are backed by science.
Here are Fitness Audio’s top 4 benefits of listening to music while you workout.
Helps Set and Maintain Pace
Listening to music while exercising can be a great way to set and maintain a constant pace. The right music can help you keep your rhythm, speed, and energy level up.
Listening to music with a slow tempo will help you maintain a slow pace (ideal for warm-ups, cool-downs and low-impact exercise). On the other hand, listening to music with a fast tempo will help set a faster pace (ideal for high-impact workouts and training).
Motivates You
Studies have shown that listening to music elevates your mood, leading to greater levels of motivation. When you are in a good mood and motivated, you’re likely to exercise for longer and achieve new personal bests.
Distracts You (In a Good Way!)
Music can distract you from feelings of fatigue and exertion, making you push harder and have a more effective workout.
A study done by the American Council on Exercise found that music can increase endurance during exercise by up to 15%!
Makes You Want to Move!
Just as if you were in a nightclub, listening to music when you workout makes you want to move! This will get you in the mood to exercise harder and for longer, however it does depend on the type of music you listen to. Listening to slow-tempo music won’t have as much of an effect as fast-tempo songs.
Music can have a substantial effect on the quality of your workout. Having quality audio equipment, however, is just as important as having a pumping playlist!
If you run a fitness studio and are wanting to optimise your customers’ workouts and results, it’s a good idea to put together a high-energy playlist and invest in a good sound system. This will keep your gym competitive and help you get new members!
For custom fitness centre audio solutions, contact the Fitness Audio team today.
Fitness Audio is excited to announce that we will be exhibiting at the Fitness + Wellness Australia trade show on June 16-17 at the ICC in Sydney!
Fitness + Wellness Australia is a new conference and trade show for the active-health and leisure industries. Strictly business only, Fitness + Wellness Australia is the annual meetup for Owners, Operators, Management and Buyers for health clubs, gyms, fitness studios, Yoga & Pilates, and leisure facilities.
If you operate a health club or run a boutique studio, manage a leisure centre or are fitting out a corporate gym, Fitness + Wellness Australia is where you’ll find everything to grow your business, improve your facility, and inspire your members.
This event is tailored to Senior Executives, Management Teams, Investors, Owners, Entrepreneurs, Fitness and Program Directors, and exercise professionals including Personal Trainers, Instructors, and Coaches.
Fitness + Wellness Australia will be abuzz with new ideas, major product launches, state-of-the-art equipment and disruptive technologies, exceptional business-focused education, and fun social events. It is simply unmissable for all fitness professionals!
Fitness Audio will be showcasing our state-of-the-art products and technology at the trade show and we would love to have you visit!
To get your trade show pass for FREE, use our exclusive code AUDIO when registering for your ticket.
Get your trade show pass here.
See you there!
1. Inspect your EMic
First things first, you want to inspect your EMic prior to using it. To do this, run your fingers down the wire to ensure there are no cuts or kinks. Make sure the plug is intact, not loose and that the clip and the button is working.
2. Make Sure the Mic Capsule is Positioned Close to your Mouth
Our EMics have bendable boom arms to bring the capsule as close to the mouth as possible. If the positioning of the mic capsule needs adjusting, simply bend the middle of the boom arm gently in or out as needed. Ensure you always use a windsock with your EMic - it is not designed to be used without one.
3. Adjust the Back Strap
Our EMics have adjustable straps on the back of the frame that can make the headset tighter or looser by bringing it forward or back.
4. Clean your EMic Regularly and Thoroughly
Never use alcohol wipes or solvents when cleaning the boom arm of your EMic. Simply dry them with a towel and let them dry out overnight. This will help kill any germs that have formed on the microphone.
Following these tips will help you maximise your microphone’s lifespan and performance so you can deliver the best fitness class hassle-free!
Body Pump is becoming the fitness-class-of-choice for many around the world. This is great news if you run a Body Pump class, however it does also mean you can expect an increase in competition as more fitness studios take on the class.
Hang tight though, because there are a multitude of ways that you can differentiate your Body Pump class from the rest, stay competitive, and even acquire new members. Read on to find out how.
Invest in Your Equipment
Barbells and aerobic steps can be expensive, but it is critical you invest in good quality equipment for your class. High-quality equipment will reflect a high-quality class. Plus, more often than not, you will actually save money by opting for the higher-market equipment as it won’t break so easily, and you won’t need replacements as often.
Gym equipment that is susceptible to breakage can also pose a health risk to your members. Particularly for classes that use weights, such as Body Pump, it is advisable to seek more up-market equipment.
Set a Pumping Atmosphere
It’s called Body PUMP for a reason, so you want your atmosphere to reflect this. Put together a playlist that motivates your class and gets the adrenaline going. Consider pop music, electronic music, and remixes. Look for songs that have a fast tempo.
Remember though, that a great playlist is nothing without a solid sound system. The choice for many gyms these days is to get a custom designed and installed sound system. This creates that immersive audio environment that motivates members and gets them results! If this is slightly out of budget for you, a few good quality speakers positioned around your studio should do the trick.
A fitness microphone is also an important component of your sound system, particularly for Body Pump. If your members cannot hear you properly, they won’t be able to do the class correctly - and this can be a huge make-or-break for them.
Having a fitness mic will also prevent you from straining your voice as you won’t have to yell over the music.
Explain What You’re Doing
It’s always nice to be reassured that the strenuous exercise you’re doing actually does something beneficial - particularly for those new to training. So don’t shy away from explaining what each exercise does to your class. Let them know what muscles they should be using, and where they should feel it.
Incorporating your exercise science knowledge into your class will also help your clients build a greater level of trust in you. They will see you as the expert that you are and will broaden their own exercise science knowledge along the way.
Consider More Intimate Classes
Classes that have a lower client-to-trainer ratio tend to be more popular. The added support that comes from more 1-on-1 attention is important to many clients, plus most people feel more comfortable when they are working out in a smaller group.
It is for these reasons that you should consider holding smaller, more-intimate classes. This will also help you build stronger relationships with each member, making them less likely to change gyms or classes.
Incorporating these steps into your Body Pump class will help you provide your clients with a better, more memorable experience. For more information on Body Pump sound systems, contact the Fitness Audio team today.
We’ve all seen fitness businesses that were killing it pre-pandemic, suddenly close after losing the battle with the ever-changing uncertainties, due to an inability to 'pivot', or a lack of response to its members’ new needs. In the Les Mills 2021 Global Fitness Report, Les Mills Executive Director Phillip Mills said, “Across every industry, COVID-19 has forced businesses to re-think their go-to market strategy. For fitness providers, this has meant ripping up the rulebook and using the pandemic as the catalyst for a completely new approach to meeting people’s fitness needs.”
The Global Fitness Report found that tapping into consumer demand for live fitness experiences by funnelling more members into group fitness can level-up your club’s recovery. Previously, the Les Mills Groupness Study found members’ experiences increased levels of individual enjoyment, exertion and satisfaction from fitness classes – dubbed ‘the group effect’ – explaining why group fitness participants are among the most valuable type of member that clubs can have. By staying longer and pulling in more new members, group fitness members form the bedrock of a successful club – driving both retention and acquisition.
In the current pandemic-affected landscape, you need to be aware of the following three key dangers that your club may be at risk of, this year (and beyond).
DANGER 1. Your classes are not available in the way your members want them to be.
Insights from the 2021 Global Fitness Report showed 65 percent of gym prospects say offering quality live (in-person) or virtual (on-demand and/or live-streamed) classes would encourage them to join a facility. Among members, 85 percent are interested in trying a live group fitness class in their facility, while 80 percent aim to use both digital workouts (40 percent of the time) to complement their live classes in the gym (60 percent of the time). It makes sense therefore, that the way you do things and what you offer must also change, in order for your fitness business to succeed in this new landscape.
DANGER 2. You’re not retaining or attracting Rockstar Instructors.
When it comes to winning new members, 30 percent of club prospects say “a good atmosphere” is a key factor in choosing a gym to join, while 59 percent say staff are also a consideration. Two-thirds of prospects say the presence of quality classes would encourage them to join a facility.
Live fitness classes are the single most popular gym-type activity and for members, the quality of the Instructor is the single most important factor when choosing a group fitness class; 40 percent of class participants look for an Instructor who coaches intelligently. Additionally, the presence of a great Instructor makes members 2.5 times more likely to refer their friends to the club.
What this all illustrates is that the quality of your team has a direct impact on member attraction and retention, as well as class attendance. So, what are you actively doing to recruit and retain the cream of the Instructor crop?
DANGER 3. Your equipment is letting you down.
Research has shown that great equipment is considered one of the top two reasons as to why people attend their fitness facility, with 33 percent saying equipment is a key factor for choosing a gym and 22 percent saying the quality of equipment is a key factor for choosing a class. This confirms that your fitness equipment plays a critical role because its quality directly impacts your members’ group fitness experience; clarifying that equipment is not a sunken cost but rather, an opportunity to grow your business by enhancing the member experience.
Les Mills Asia Pacific provides the Ultimate Group Fitness Solution to help you avoid or overcome all of these dangers. To explore these solutions in more depth visit www.lesmills.com.au/news/3-dangers-your-club-is-at-risk-of-in-2022 or contact your local Business Partnership Manager in Australia or Southeast Asia.
Courtesy of Les Mills Asia Pacific.
Sydney’s historic Toll House has recently been transformed into Moore Park’s newest health and wellbeing hub - and Fitness Audio had the pleasure of designing and installing its sound system.
Situated between the Moore Park golf course and the Centennial Parklands Sports Centre, the original sandstone landmark has been cleverly renovated and restored to become a state-of-the-art gym and group fitness space.
The historic building’s restoration and reuse has been overseen by Greater Sydney Parklands and the facility will be operated and managed by Clublinks, who also manages Moore Park Golf and Centennial Parklands Sports Centre.
Clublinks Chief Executive, Anthony Lawrence believes the unique offering of the Toll House will be a hit for those passionate about health and wellness, combining a unique history with modern facilities in a centrally located area.
“We are so proud to be operating such an exceptional and unique facility that holds such a strong history in the development of Sydney, recently transformed into a contemporary and fresh fitness facility.
“The Toll House can host both high energy interval training sessions in the fresh open-air courtyard through to tranquil reformer Pilates classes within the confines of the 150yr+ heritage walls. Not many facilities can boast a similar sensory offering.
“Our aim for the space was to combine sophisticated sleek with legacy charm, which paid homage to the contrast of heritage listed building, comprising high calibre modern equipment and classes.
“Clublinks have been the managing operators of Moore Park Golf since 2009 and we’re excited to be given the opportunity by our partners Greater Sydney Parklands to bring this previously unutilised special building back to life.”
The Toll House’s boutique facility will offer both high-quality performance TechnoGym equipment and group fitness classes for beginners through to advanced. Classes on offer include Reformer Pilates, Yoga, Spin, HIIT, Boxing, and Mobility.
