Chris Wilson arrived in Australia in 2012 as a backpacker with almost no money. Today, he runs one of the country's most exciting boutique personal training businesses, with memberships costing up to AU$580 per week.

Host Jack Thomas sat down with the founder of Chris Wilson Fitness Studio to discuss why hospitality beats traditional customer service and the mindset behind charging more.

They discuss premium positioning, client experience, staff retention and the small details that create exceptional businesses and experiences.

Filmed during Beyond Activ in Bangkok.

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We sat down with Peter Thew, CEO of MOVE [REPEAT], the group behind Yoga Movement, STRONG Pilates in Singapore and REVL Training, to discuss the realities of scaling fitness brands across Asia.

We explored the biggest mistakes businesses make when expanding internationally, why Singapore has become Asia's proving ground for fitness concepts, and some of the moves behind the company's huge success.

Whether you're launching your first studio in Asia or expanding across borders, this episode is packed with lessons on brand, leadership and growth.

Recorded at Beyond Activ Bangkok.

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The fitness industry has changed dramatically in Asia Pacific over the past five years, and few people have had a better view of that transformation than Ryan Hogan.

Host Jack Thomas sat down with the CEO of APAC at Les Mills to discuss the company's new partnership with Hyrox, the biggest findings from Les Mills' latest global fitness report, why "vibe" has become one of the industry's most important competitive advantages, and where the biggest growth opportunities lie across Asia.

From AI and human coaching to Indonesia's booming fitness scene and the future of group training, this episode is packed with insights for gym operators looking to stay ahead.

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