In only the second week of operation, Studio Pilates Crows Nest is already setting new company records. The studio in Crows Nest, Australia, has achieved the highest attendance figures of any studio globally, and looks likely to easily eclipse 700 visits in only its second week of operation.
Studio Owner Lynn Kraus is over the moon with the enthusiastic welcome she has received from the local community. We grabbed five minutes with Lynn to get her reaction to the launch: “It’s just so amazing, far better than I could even have hoped!” she said. “Classes have proved so popular that they’re all fully booked out with 8-9 people on the waitlist. I’m having to squeeze extra class times in wherever I can so that I don’t disappoint anyone!”
“It’s just so amazing, far better than I could even have hoped!”
While she is clearly delighted with the studio’s stellar performance, Lynn is no stranger to success. As a qualified accountant she has had over 25 years experience in a global professional services firm, and was previously responsible for leading the firm’s Advisory practice across Oceania. We asked Lynn what had prompted her to make the big move to business ownership?
“Having been an advisor to clients both big and small, I decided it was time to put my hand to the wheel. It has been such a rewarding experience on a personal level to see the result of your hard work.”
The boutique health and fitness sector is a far cry from professional services, so what drew her to a Studio Pilates Franchise?
“One year ago to the date of my opening I entered a Studio Pilates location in Sydney. I knew instantly I wanted to explore the opportunity. I was on a three month sabbatical and think I went to the studio almost every day over that period. I loved the look and the feel of the studio and most importantly the consistency that comes through the use of technology. Studio Pilates leverages the tried and tested Pilates techniques in a contemporary format that is truly unique. I just had to be a part of the growth story in New South Wales.”
The Studio Pilates at Crows Nest may have just launched, but no doubt Lynn won’t be resting on her laurels. What next steps is she already planning on her transformative journey and what are her hopes for the future?
I am so excited for where we are at two weeks into our opening. The whole team is focussed on customer care and ensuring we give every client an amazing experience. I have plans for a second studio nearby but also don’t want to get ahead of myself as I am very much focussed on consolidating the learnings from this experience, building an amazing team and most importantly building trust with the local community. Watch this space in 2021!”
Congratulations Lynn, it’s really great to welcome you as part of the Studio Pilates Franchisee family. We’re all looking forward to the next chapter of your exciting journey!
“The whole team is focused on customer care and ensuring we give every client an amazing experience”