You could always benefit from more members, students, and clients.
Your local community is filled with opportunities to build quality relationships so you can increase your student numbers.
Yes, this is different than running a Facebook ad or making a YouTube video. We aren’t saying you should stop doing that. It’s just important to be active in your community as well to maximize the relationship opportunities.
Here are some ideas you can implement immediately:
1. Look for local events within martial arts and fitness and outside of it as well
Keep an eye on newspaper and online announcements. Whether it’s a music and arts festival, a performance by a local acting group, or a special presentation such as an outdoor movie viewing, GO!
2. Volunteer Your Time and Help Out
There are so many ways you can volunteer your time. It’s always appreciated. For example, you might volunteer as a dog walker for your local animal shelter or volunteer at the next 5k that is in your community. Just think about what’s important to you, reach out to that organization, and ask!
3. Donate Your Resources
If you don’t have time to volunteer, then donate. Actually, donate anyway! You can donate classes or lessons in exchange for a mention and you can even use it as a tax write-off.
Some donation ideas include donating:
Some donation ideas include donating:
- Clothes and household goods to your local thrift shops or area Salvation Army or Goodwill.
- Food to your city’s food bank.
- Bed linens to your town’s city mission or homeless shelter.
- Books to area libraries.
- Food, cleaning supplies, and bedding to your local animal shelter.
NOTE: There’s DEFINITELY nothing wrong with donating moolah, too.
4. Shop Locally
Buy from local vendors. You can skip the Big Box grocery stores and shop with locally owned grocers or at farmer markets. It’s a great way to connect with people who may want to join your gym. They may also have friends who are interested.
5. Join a Class or Group outside of fitness or martial arts
Obviously, you want it to be interesting and helpful to you. You may consider trying something totally out of your comfort zone as see what kind of cool people you meet.
6. Support Your Local Sports Teams
You might not even be aware of how many sports teams surround you. Think about it. Does your town have a Little League? What about a Minor League? Think about high school and college sports teams – can you go support them? Remember: Players play because they love the game, but seeing fans in the stands can make a world of difference. You may even teach them some cross training. You could sponsor them for a very low investment which is tax deductible.
7. Organize Your Own Event
OK, so maybe you don’t feel qualified (or have enough time) to organize something really involved, but that doesn’t mean you can’t team up with a few friends and organize a fun event! Be creative, help people and think about how it ties back to your business to get more students.
Thanks for reading.
The MMA Conditioning Association Team
http://mmaca.net
Thanks for reading.
The MMA Conditioning Association Team
http://mmaca.net
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