Today we’d like to introduce you to Aric Sperling.
Hi Aric, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
The idea of Impactt Fitness has been in my mind for over a decade. Fitness has always played a vital role in my life. It saved me in so many ways. I repeatedly thought to myself, “How can I make other people feel this way? How can I share this light with everyone around me?” I truly believe movement is medicine. I dreamt of a community where people built one another up, worked on their health and fitness, and improved their lives.
I started my career at Central Michigan University. I interned at a local athletic club, then worked there for years. It wasn’t until 2020 that I decided to leap. COVID started as a stressor for me, but ended up being a huge blessing. The gym I previously worked at had strict rules in place, and I couldn’t train my clients, so I eventually left. What started as working out in a garage with a few of my clients turned into Impactt’s first physical location. I’m not going to lie, it wasn’t even close to perfect. We had leaks in the ceiling, no heat in the cold winter months, but my people always showed up. They always showed their support.
An amazing opportunity came through, and we were able to move to a bigger, nicer space. I am forever thankful for that location. There, we expanded our memberships exponentially. We built the community I dreamt of all those years before, were able to create new programs, and more. Yet, it still wasn’t quite what I envisioned. We were limited by space and floor accessibility. I knew if a bigger gym presented itself, we had to jump. To be able to help multiple groups of people at once? That’s what we need to be doing. And we’re finally going to be able to.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
The road has not always been smooth. There have been curves, weaves, bumps, but I have never once felt off the path. I’ve always known I’m living my truth and doing what I’m meant to do.
Every step we take, there is something to fight for to get there. It’s always worth it.
I did not grow up with the most advantageous circumstances, but I worked my way to get into college. I worked extremely hard at my internship to make the best connections I could to propel my career. It’s because of my efforts there that I am where I am. The struggles we go through are the steps we have to take.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
Impactt Fitness is a full-service gym. We offer group fitness classes, personal training, athletic training, small group sessions, kid classes, yoga, and more. We’re best known for our stellar group fitness classes. Impactt offers two types of group classes: Intentionally Fit and Circuit 45. Our intentionally fit class is a weightlifting-based, 45-minute workout. We combine functional movements, strength-building exercises, cardio, and stability to create the best workout. The best part is that it is totally at your own pace! These are for our members who want to slow it down, focus on their strength, and intentionally work on their form. On the flip side, our Circuit 45 class is for the members who like fast-paced, HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) style classes. Our trainers turn the energy on high for this one!
We’re most proud of the community that we have built. Working out is an extremely vulnerable thing. It’s a priority to us to make our gym as welcoming as possible. We love watching new people come in and see a veteran member take them under their wing. Everyone cheers everyone on. There have been so many friendships built and strengthened at the gym.
We pour into our community. Where most gyms prioritize constantly building their clientele, we have switched the focus to enriching the current members’ experience. This has led us to happier, more fulfilled members. They are way more likely to recommend their friends and family members due to their great experience, versus whatever we’re promoting that month.
Pricing:
- Please inquire at info@impacttfitness.com to learn about pricing!
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