Ideas wanted for a men's fitness club?

[PhatBloke]

We are thinking of setting up a fitness club for men: those who have got out of the habit of regular exercise and now want to lose a bit of weight and get a bit healthier while having a bit of a laugh in the process. We’re hoping to have a social element to the club where members can get to know each other and perhaps even do a bit of business networking.

We’re looking for some feedback as to what type of activities men might be interested in doing and we think it might be an idea to vary the program regularly so it doesn’t become stale and boring. For example, we could have outdoor exercises such as jogging and indoor exercises like circuit training and aerobics.

Let us know what you’re interested in!

[sweatgirl]

why men only? I don't think it would work well for the long term. short term yes, but long term no. if you are going to do that I recommend having a spa area where people can get massages. I would also recommend having squash courts vs racket ball. I would also have a basketball court and maybe even a swimming pool, sauna, and Jacuzzi. I think most of them who join are going to be gay men. I have friends who are gay so I am not sexiest by any means, but its just something I would throughout their. you may also want to have a place where men can get their hair cut and offer specialty drinks like protein shakes or fruit smoothies.

[martyfellow]

Circuit training is hte best overall exercise as well as providing some variety. You shuld also get a few women aerobics or yoga instructors since men will defintely find that interesting!

Having light competitions, for example informal 5k runs or swimming contests, with a party before and after, are ways to draw people in.

[TheDigitalSaint]

If you're going for the older crowd, racquetball is a hit. For the younger guys, basketball courts and MMA group training classes are all the rage. Also, the sauna at my gym always has tons of guys packed in there.

[smallguy]

A well put meeting place with no music background like a cafe or soft drinks bar but do not overcharge. State the cafe objectives and dress codes. You do not want undesirable people to occupy you seats for nothing or make a mess of things

[Claretica]

Free weights areas are key!