Podcasts about crossfit affiliates

The Northern California Classic has been steadily growing over the last several years and has now gotten their first opportunity to send athletes to the CrossFit Games.... and perhaps their last.

The Rebel Renegade Games had the longest Semifinal competition and most events of all of the in person qualifiers. Do more events allow for a better test or does that open you up for more chances to screw it up?

The Torian Pro never disappoints but in the meek landscape that was this years Semifinals was this the best one of the bunch? Did the programming rival that of J.R. Howell and the Syndicate Crown? 

Are we going to have our very first "Perfect 10.0"!? The man behind the Syndicate Crown programming, J.R. Howell, joins the show to make sure that doesn't happen. You read that correctly....

CrossFit Mondego has 429 members—and they're not bleeding out the door.In this episode of “Run a Profitable Gym,” Mike Warkentin sits down with one of CrossFit Mondego's owners, Luísa Mesquita, to find out exactly how she and her partners transformed a gym with high churn into a 400-plus-member powerhouse with great retention.Luísa breaks down the key additions that fueled their explosive growth, including a data-driven referral funnel that consistently brings in new leads without ad spend.In addition to expanding client count, CrossFit Mondego has boosted its revenue with a high-value on-ramp program, as well as small-group and hybrid training.Luísa explains how her Two-Brain mentor, Brian Foley, helped the gym's owners make gradual changes to move the needle and scale with sustainable systems—without burning out.Listen to Luísa's full story, and then use her tips to build a gym where more people stay longer and pay more.LinksGym Owners UnitedBook a Call  2:12 - How retention has increased5:32 - The impact of on-ramp12:50 - Additional programs driving growth19:47 - Hyrox at a CrossFit gym24:30 - Why Luísa slowed down ads31:56 - Advice for getting more clients

In part 5 of our leadership series with Saša Mirković, we unpack why feedback is a non-negotiable for elite teams and how to create a culture where it's welcomed. Learn how to implement 360 feedback, apply the 4 A's, and build trust that transforms your CrossFit Affiliate.--

The biggest weekend of Semifinal Events is looking with 4 qualifiers all over the world will be sending athletes to the CrossFit Games. Today we are join by the mastermind behind the Syndicate Crown programing, J.R. Howell as we take a peak behind the programming curtain.

We had a chance to do something incredible... and missed it. Chase sits down with Bill and tells you all the things we COULD have had with a HYROX race to start off the 2025 CrossFit Games.

We're talking MURPH, training week, how does alcohol affect training, and more. Subscribe to stay updated!Music by: Forest Frank - "OUTSIDE" ...as well as... Creedence Clearwater Revival - "Fortunate Son"

8 events in 3 days seems quite like a beefy amount of events for a semifinal but was it really too much? Chase and Bill sit down and determine if the French Throwdown accomplished the task of finding the fittest without over programming the competition.

Chase got invited to program a week of CrossFit Affiliate Programming again. Chase comes on the show and breaks down the whole week and why he choses the workouts he did

The 2025 French Throwdown kicks off this weekend with 8 EVENTS over 3 days. Bill and Chase preview the programming to see what's in store for these athletes.

We liked what we saw on paper, but did we like what we saw on the "competition floor"? Chase and Bill sit down and analyze the programming of the 2025 CrossFit Online Semifinals.

This years CrossFit Games qualifying season is the Wild West once again and we are still just getting started. Chase and Bill focus their programming analysis on the most recent IPQE (In Person Qualifying Event), Wodland Fest. Did they step up to the task to of finding the fittest athletes? Or did they get lucky and the fittest athletes just happen to find them?

Chase and Bill sit back and break down the 2025 Individual online Semifinals Events and answer the burning question..."Can Rich Froning still qualify for the CrossFit Games?"

Chase and Bill sit down and analyze the programming of the 2025 Online Team semifinal events using their new and improved point system. You thought programming running online was controversial? What about limiting your athletes ability to lift more weight?

4 more athletes are making their way to Albany, New Year this coming August. Chase and Bill sit down and unveil their NEW analyzing protocol for programming to see if this event really sent the right athletes to the CrossFit Games.

The 2025 Online team semifinal events have been released! Bill and Chase sit down to preview each event and give teams the best strategies for each one.

Chase and Bill sit to design and program a COMPLETE overall of the CrossFit Games Open.

The 'in person qualifiers" to the 2025 CrossFit Games have begun! Just like they did for The Open, CrossFit Mayhem has come to the rescue to kick the qualifying season off with the Mayhem Classic. Powered by Rich Froning and his team, the Mayhem Classic took a, for lack of a better word, CLASSIC approach to the competition. 20 athletes, 5 events over the course of 2 days. Bill and Chase sit down and analyze the programming and determine if the Mayhem Classic really found the right people for The CrossFit Games.

After ALLLLLL the flak the WFP qualifier got for having no squatting in it..... this happens. Lucky for everyone else, Bill and Chase are here to save the day but FIRST they will "analyze the programming" of the 2025 CrossFit Games Age Group Semifinals.

The Open is over and here come the Semifinals! Chase and Bill sit down for their FIRST LOOK at the newly released CrossFit Games Age Group Semifinal events and no... it's NOT an April Fools trick.

What was once called "The Fittest Games" that was created to give Texas it's very first and longest standing CrossFit competition and has been going strong for the last 17 years. The man behind what is now called "The Fittest Experience", Jeremy Thiel, joins the show as we talk all about what we can expect from The Fittest Invitational.

Want to grow your CrossFit Affiliate? Click here.Most affiliate owners are stuck reacting instead of leading because they've never built a real strategy for growth. In this episode, Jason Fernandez breaks down the exact framework you need to grow your gym on purpose—not by accident.

CrossFit's future depends on its affiliates—but right now, they're struggling. The public message is that the brand is thriving, but behind the scenes, thousands of gym owners are fighting to stay afloat.In today's special episode, Chris Cooper explains why CrossFit affiliates are closing at an alarming rate and outlines what must change if CrossFit LLC wants to save them.For years, CrossFit HQ said that great coaching would lead to strong businesses. But as Coop shares, great coaching is not enough: Affiliate owners need the tools and strategies to build financially sustainable gyms.Coop outlines a plan to rebuild the affiliate program, starting with business education, real mentorship and leadership that prioritizes sustainable gym success over short-term revenue grabs.If CrossFit is going to survive long term, the affiliate model has to change—tune in to hear Coop's full plan.  If you missed the first two episodes in this special series, check them out via the links below.LinksHow to Save CrossFitQ&A With Coop Gym Owners UnitedBook a Call  1:48 - Clarify the mission2:53 - Rebuild CrossFit media5:53 - Prequalify “mentors” on the platform7:44 - Track & publish affiliate metrics9:50 - CrossFit business course?

Week 3 Inside the Leaderboard is back as the boys recap the aftermath of 25.2. After 3 weeks of the CrossFit Open we look at who's IN and who's OUTside of the Top 1% advancing to Semifinals, see what the Community Cup levels are shaking out to be and do an early programming analysis.

Did "the leaks" get it right? Did the announcement of 25.3 live up the hype? Did we get the right programming to filter down the Top 1% moving on to Semifinals? We answer all that and more as we review the final week of The Open.

Week 2 Inside the Leaderboard is back as the boys recap the aftermath of 25.2. After 2 weeks of the CrossFit Open we look at who's IN and who's OUTside of the Top 1% advancing to Semifinals, see what the Community Cup levels are shaking out to be and make some predictions on what we can expect for 25.3

We called it! 25.2 is a repeat of 22.3 for Week 2 of the 2025 CrossFit Open. The guys breakdown all things 25.2, the Open Announcement itself and what we can look forward to for 25.3.

Inside the Leaderboard is back! After 1 week of the CrossFit Open we look at who's IN and who's OUTside of the Top 1% advancing to Semifinals after 25.1, see what the Community Cup levels are shaking out to be and make some predictions on what we can expect for 25.2

Spencer Smith, Owner of CrossFit Donelson, shares the difficult lessons he learned through failure and the journey to turning his gym around. From near burnout and financial struggles to finding the right mentorship and rebuilding with purpose, Spencer shares the mindset shifts, leadership strategies, and actionable steps that helped him create a thriving CrossFit Affiliate.--

Chase is back from Cookeville and The Open is in full swing! The guys sit down and recap their experiences with 25.1 and all the feels that came from the Open Announcement at Mayhem.

The 3 Big Questions We're Answering: 1. How can the CrossFit Open serve as a tool for assessing overall fitness in a way that is both enjoyable and beneficial for non-competitive athletes? 2. What are effective benchmarks and alternative methods for measuring fitness that prioritize long-term health and performance? 3. How do we balance the pursuit of fitness goals with the need to listen to our bodies and modify workouts to prevent injury and promote longevity? 

The 3 Big Questions We're Answering: 1. How can gym owners navigate the complexities of brand affiliation to ensure alignment with their values and community needs?2. What role does leadership play in fostering a supportive and transparent environment within fitness communities, especially during times of crisis? 3. In what ways can individuals maintain their passion for fitness and community while adapting to changes within the broader fitness landscape? 

"How can a movement of such enormous import stir such little interest? It doesn't make sense that the pull-up doesn't inspire the same discussion, analysis, and overall attention that so many other movements do like the bench press and squat." - Greg Glassman

The 2025 CrossFit Games season has changed and CrossFit is now sending 1% of all athletes around the World to Semifinals both "online" and "in person" for the first time since 2018. Bill and Chase sit down with John Young and discuss why the programming must change to accommodate the huge task ahead to finding the fittest field for the 2025 CrossFit Games Semifinals.

At just 25 years old, Canaan Stanley has built a thriving 170-member CrossFit Affiliate, CrossFit Never Forget, overcoming personal struggles, self-doubt, and the challenges of young gym ownership. In this episode, he shares his journey from being 100 pounds overweight and lacking confidence to becoming a successful Affiliate Owner, creating a strong community, and proving that resilience and vision can lead to incredible success. --

Hari Singh, owner of CrossFit NYC, has found a unique way to add value for his members and grow his revenue: Hyrox training. In this episode of “Run a Profitable Gym,” Mike Warkentin sits down with Hari as he shares how he successfully implemented Hyrox training at one of the world's oldest CrossFit affiliates—earning himself a spot on Two-Brain's Top 10 leaderboard for revenue.Hari explains how this additional revenue stream has differentiated his gym from the competition, filled dead hours and created more opportunities for client retention.He also dives into the logistics: how to set up the program, determine pricing and market it to members and non-members. If you're looking for creative ways to maximize revenue, tune in to hear tips from a 20-year gym owner. LinksGym Owners UnitedBook a Call  00:50 - Create, develop & market08:25 - CrossFit NYC's space11:47 - CrossFit NYC program details20:07 - Retention play for general members25:02 - On-ramp at CrossFit NYC

The 3 Big Questions We're Answering: How does the quality of our relationships impact our overall health and well-being?What practical steps can we take to surround ourselves with a supportive and uplifting community?How can our environment influence our health, fitness, and personal growth behaviors?

Chase and Bill and some breaking news for the Podcast and they preview ALL of the events for both Team and Indi for the 2025 TYR Wodapalooza Miami!

Adrian Bozman joins the show LIVE and gives us all we need to know about the 2025 CrossFit Games "Community Cup"

Bill and Chase sit down and walk through everything NEW about the 2025 CrossFit Games Rulebook.

Jeremy Thiel of CrossFit Central Downtown reveals how he's revolutionized his gym with exciting revenue-generating additions like pickleball courts, coffee meet-ups, competitions, ice baths, and saunas. These creative solutions don't just boost income—they build an unbeatable sense of community, energize members, and create a space where fitness and connection thrive. --

"We've long desired to offer a fitness competition consistent with our fitness model (See CrossFit Journal October 2002, “What is Fitness?”) and have found the task fraught with difficulties." - Greg Glassman

The 2025 CrossFit Games season is around the corner as we are less than 6 weeks away from the 2025 CrossFit Games Open. Chase, Bill and the hot take king himself, John Young, sit down and give their Top 4 BOLD predictions for the 2025 CrossFit Games Season.

Elie Zeitlin of CrossFit Coney Island shares how mastering delegation transformed his gym and life. Learn how he empowered his team, optimized operations, and built a thriving community in Brooklyn. --

The CrossFit Games is the ultimate proving grounds to find the "Fittest on Earth" Yet, for the last several years all we have been hearing is "We need to professionalize the sport" from athletes to agent and everyone in between on the Elite side of the room. Here's the thing... they are RIGHT... but also WRONG. Yes, the maybe the "Elites" do need something more professional for them to making a living and "chase the dream" of being an pro athlete BUT that doesn't have to be the CrossFit Games.

Ever hear of P-Score?! If you have been around Tyler Watkins of the Barbell Spin and Heat 1 App for more than 5 mins, you definitely have. The CrossFit Games have evolved every year since 2007 but it seems that the scoring system has been one of the pain points of the quest in find "The Fittest on Earth". This is where Tyler Watkins and P-Score comes in. This new series we will go back and "P-Score the CrossFit Games" from 2007 to 2024 and see what the change could have been at the end of the weekend to see if we really did find "The Fittest on Earth"

Tanya Sammis, Owner of CrossFit Virilis, transformed her gym from 30 to 130 members by simplifying operations, downsizing her space, and focusing on creating an exceptional class experience. By prioritizing member retention and streamlining her offerings, Tanya built a thriving community in Cibolo, Texas, proving that less can truly be more. Her journey is an inspiring example of how focusing on the essentials can lead to explosive growth. --

Jason Fernandez and Jason Ackerman sit down with Steph Grams from CrossFit Kaneohe to discuss her inspiring journey from gym member to thriving Affiliate Owner. Steph opens up about the challenges of buying a failing gym, navigating leadership, and building a close-knit community while staying true to her vision. Don't miss this episode full of valuable lessons on resilience and leadership. --