Gym owners, listen up! That initial new member welcome email might seem like a formality, but it’s actually a golden opportunity! This email sets the stage for long-term member engagement and avoids common guest policy blunders. Let’s craft a high-impact welcome email that keeps new members hooked!
1. Welcome & Guest Policy Clarity:
- Warm welcome: Make them feel like part of the fitness family! Express your excitement to have them on board.
- Guest policy explained: Briefly outline your guest policy, including eligibility, limitations, and any signup procedures. Transparency from the start prevents confusion!
- Bonus offer: Consider including a free guest pass as a sweet welcome gesture! This encourages them to bring a friend and fosters a sense of community.
2. Billing Transparency – Squash Confusion Before it Starts:
- Billing breakdown: Explain your billing cycle, payment method, and any applicable fees. Clear communication is key to avoiding billing headaches!
- Contact information: Provide an easy-to-find contact number or email address for billing inquiries.
3. Stay Connected – Nurturing Engagement from Day One:
- Social media love: Encourage them to follow your gym on social media platforms. Highlight exciting content, upcoming events, and member motivation.
- Interactive incentives: Run social media check-in contests! This increases member activity and engagement within your online community.
- App or website: Promote your gym’s app or website as a valuable resource for class schedules, trainer information, and more.
4. Facilities & Staff Support:
- Navigating the gym: Briefly showcase the amenities and services offered. Mention staff availability and offer assistance to help them feel comfortable and find what they need.
- Welcoming environment: Reiterate your commitment to creating a supportive and encouraging atmosphere.
5. A Call to Action & Ending on a High Note:
- Next steps: Encourage them to book their first class, schedule a consultation with a trainer, or explore the facilities. Guide them towards taking action.
- Thank you & contact information: Express your gratitude for their membership and provide your contact information for any questions or concerns.
By incorporating these key elements, your new member welcome email becomes a powerful tool for retention. You’ll build trust, clarify policies, and foster a sense of community – all within a single email!
Remember: Don’t underestimate the power of a well-crafted welcome email. Make it informative, engaging, and set your new members on the path to achieving their fitness goals at your gym! Contact Jim here.
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An Outsourced CEO, Turnaround Expert and Author, Jim Thomas is the founder and president of FMC USA Inc., a management consulting, turnaround, financing and brokerage firm specializing in the leisure services industry. With more than 25 years of experience owning, operating and managing facilities of all sizes, Thomas lectures and delivers seminars, webinars and workshops across the globe on the practical skills required to successfully overcome obscurity, improve gym sales, build teamwork and market fitness programs and products. Visit his Web site at: www.fmconsulting.net or www.youtube.com/gymconsultant.
