Welcome to the Fitness Merchant Services Blog, where we bring you the latest updates, insightful information, and invaluable tips from the forefront of the fitness payment processing world. Our expertly curated content is designed to empower fitness business owners, gym managers, and health enthusiasts with knowledge and tools to navigate the complexities of payment processing in the fitness industry.
January 28, 20260 Comment
Documents Required for Gym Merchant Account Approval (2026 Underwriting Checklist)
Getting a gym merchant account approved is rarely about “one form.” It’s about proving—on paper—that you...
January 28, 20260 Comment
How to Open a Merchant Account for a Gym (Updated Guide)
Opening a merchant account for a gym is one of the most important operational steps you’ll take—because your p...
January 28, 20260 Comment
Common Merchant Services Mistakes Gym Owners Make
Running a gym is already a high-wire act: memberships, staffing, class schedules, equipment maintenance, retention...
January 28, 20260 Comment
Understanding the Fitness Payments Ecosystem
The fitness payments ecosystem is the invisible infrastructure that turns workouts into revenue—whether that rev...
January 28, 20260 Comment
Merchant Services vs Standard Payment Solutions for Gyms
Running a gym is a recurring-revenue business disguised as a fitness business. That’s why payment processing for...
October 15, 20250 Comment
When to Offer Discounts or Freeze Options to Retain Members
Knowing when to provide discounts or membership freeze choices can be a huge factor in retaining gym members for lo...
August 5, 20250 Comment
10+ Strategies to Help Your Hybrid Gym Succeed
Operating a hybrid gym—where members can work out on-site or at home—is an appealing prospect with great opport...
June 5, 20250 Comment
Mindbody Review for Gyms, Yoga, Fitness in 2025
By providing an all-in-one solution designed for gyms, yoga studios, and fitness professionals, Mindbody is still ...
April 14, 20250 Comment
DeFi Payment in Fitness: Crypto for Membership and Services?
In recent years, the world has witnessed a significant rise in the popularity of cryptocurrencies and decentralized...