The Founders Table: What It Really Takes to Scale a Martial Arts School

Описание: Learn how you can scale your martial arts academy while maintaining a strong focus on coaching and community. Book a free WellnessLiving demo: https://www.wellnessliving.com/martia...

Welcome to The Founders Table, a new interview series hosted by Len Fridman, Co-Founder and CEO of WellnessLiving, where founders share the real stories behind growing strong, sustainable businesses.

In Episode 1, Len sits down with two respected martial arts leaders who have built thriving academies by putting people and culture first.

Mario Guerrero, founder of Modern Martial Arts NYC, has grown a network of four martial arts studios across New York City serving more than 1,200 active members. His schools support kids and adults through kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, and Krav Maga, while fostering a tight-knit community through family programs and youth development.

Joining him is Jim Glasgow, founder of the Chicago Muay Thai Kickboxing Club. With over 25 years of martial arts experience and a background in sales and marketing leadership, Jim brings a strategic lens to scaling martial arts academies while preserving authenticity and culture.

Together, they talk about what it really takes to grow a martial arts business, from building disciplined teams and tracking student progress to managing multiple locations and creating experiences that keep members coming back.

This in-depth conversation also explores how founders like Mario and Jim rely on WellnessLiving to support their growth. From member and belt tracking to scheduling, payments, and staff management, WellnessLiving’s martial arts studio software streamlines operations so owners can focus on coaching and community.

The Founders Table is about honest conversations, hard-earned lessons, and the systems that help founders scale without losing what matters most. If you’re a business leader building something meaningful, this series is for you.

Ready to grow your business with the same tools trusted by founders like these?
Book your free WellnessLiving demo: https://www.wellnessliving.com/martia...