Ep 130: How to Build a Profitable Ninja Gym with Ally Johnson
Host Steve Cook sits down with Ally Johnson, COO of The Lab (Learn.Adapt.Build) and CEO of Ninja Gym Academy, to break down the business behind building a successful ninja program.
With experience helping open more than 40 facilities, Ally shares the differences between standalone ninja gyms and bolt-on programs, including startup costs, space, curriculum, pricing, and long-term profitability. They also discuss why open play matters, how parkour fundamentals build safer athletes, and when gyms should introduce competitive teams.
Whether you’re considering adding ninja to an existing facility…
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