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According to the report, driving traffic is still the No. 1 challenge facing fitness studio operators, followed by finding qualified staff.
In 2017, the average studio's client base has increased 6 percent.
The first place studio operators look for new staff is through their current staff's recommendations (32 percent). Internet search is second (21 percent).
In 2017, the average studio size is 3,442 square feet.
Staff compensation in 2017 has decreased 3.6 percent.
The average retention rates for studios is unchanged from 2016 (76 percent).
Average annual spending on fitness equipment and accessories increased 13.9 percent in 2017.
Average daily visits in 2017 are down (-6.9 percent).
AFS members average 16.9 percent more in per-client revenue than non-members, according to the report.
