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The ultimate podcast for kids activity clubs! ClassForKids is an award-winning booking and management software trusted by 3000+ kids activity clubs. From dance schools to football academies to gymnastics clubs to multi-sports clubs, we’re here to help kids activity providers grow and scale their business. In the Club is monthly music to your ears! Okay, not literal music, but all the advice, tips and inspiration you need! Tune in to improve your business, hear inspirational stories and advic ...
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EP 30: Future Coaches: From Childhood Dreams to Football Stardom
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Get in touch with us directly today Join us as we kick off our Future Coaches campaign, an initiative aimed at empowering smaller football clubs with insights from the big leagues. This special episode features the illustrious David Tanner, a journalist and broadcaster whose career was inspired by his blind grandfather's passion for football. Liste…
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EP 29: Mastering Mindset with Louise Brough
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Get in touch with us directly today Dance sensation and business coach Louise Brough graces our podcast for a third time, bringing with her the exhilarating energy of her expanding dance academy community. With over 200 members under her wing and a Mastermind group nurturing 25 flourishing dance schools, Louise is the mentor every dance school owne…
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At the Club: How Caitlin Todd Orchestrates Joy at Dance Inc Studios
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Get in touch with us directly today When the music starts, it's impossible not to tap your feet, and that's exactly the kind of irresistible urge that Dance Inc Studios brings to life, as shared by their very own Caitlin Todd. Once a young student pirouetting through the halls of Dance Inc, she now orchestrates a symphony of classes that ignite joy…
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EP 28: The Inspiring Rise of Cheer London Allstarz
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Get in touch with us directly today Meet Sophie from Cheer London Allstarz, who brings an infectious energy straight from South East London. Learn about her inspiring journey into cheerleading, driven by her dance background and love for the Spice Girls. Sophie shares why cheerleading is more than just a sport—it's a powerful tool for building team…
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At the Club: Kim McCaskill's journey to PlayStation Narrative Director
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Get in touch with us directly today Navigating the unpredictable waters of a creative career, we've all had our fair share of unexpected turns and surprise destinations. Just ask Kim McCaskill, the director of narrative for PlayStation, who joins us to recount her awe-inspiring transformation from stand-up comedian to a maestro in the realm of writ…
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Get in touch with us directly today In this short introductory episode we happily introduce our sister podcast 'At the Club' into our pod feed. Produced and presented by our very own videographer Bryan these bite size podcast focus on not only ClassForKids customers but opens the mic up to our industry as a whole. We hope you enjoy these as much as…
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EP 27: Inspiring Change with The Youth Sports Trust
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Get in touch with us directly today Our conversation with Nicola from the Kirkcaldy Sports and Leisure Alliance is a testament to the incredible strides being made in intertwining health, wellbeing, and employability through innovative school programs. We take you behind the scenes of this groundbreaking initiative that has already involved 60 youn…
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EP 26: Empowering Kids' Mental Health and Nurturing Business Growth
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Get in touch with us directly today There's a certain magic that clings to the air when we step back into our beloved studio, a magic that amplifies when we welcome guests like Rhiannon of My Yogi Bairns, our spirited competition winner. Her visit to our headquarters was more than a joyous occasion; it was a catalyst for growth, both for her and fo…
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EP 25: Uplifting Stories of Dance, Empowerment, and Mental Health
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Get in touch with us directly today TW: This podcast contains conversations about mental health and suicide. Listener discretion is advised. This month we take In The Club on on the road as we step into the heart of Dublin's Perform Island, where the rhythm of dance beats strong and the spirit of performance art is palpable. Join Steven and Rebecca…
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Ep 24: Entrepreneur's Journey: Finding Joy and Balance Beyond the Hustle
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Get in touch with us directly today Our latest podcast episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for service providers, particularly those in the kids' activity sector, as we dissect the importance of robust support systems, the pitfalls of hustle culture, and the art of striking a harmonious work-life balance. With the 'Queen of Easy Business,' Libby …
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Ep: 23 Live at The Superweekender, Birmingham
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Get in touch with us directly today Join us on an unforgettable rhythmic journey as we end the year celebrating the captivating world of dance at the SuperWeekender event in Birmingham. We met with the worlds finest dance troupe and Superbowl superstarsThe Royal Family where we had a chat with Maddie about how far they had come for the event and ho…
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Ep 22: Lucy Ronald's Journey and the Future of Women's Football
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Get in touch with us directly today Are you ready to step onto the field with elite female footballer, Lucy Ronald? Strap in as she takes us on a journey from scoring goals for a boys' team to making waves at Glasgow City. We explore how her perception of football as a career has evolved over the past eight years and the vital role that visible rol…
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Get in touch with us directly today In this special announcement episode of In The Club our company founder Nikki speaks with The Blackpool Cup director Gavin McIntyre about partnering with ClassForKids for the forthcoming 2024 tournaments. With over 30 years of history and hundreds of youth teams participating every year, the Blackpool Cup is not …
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Ep 20: The Art of Building a Football Academy that Stands Out
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Get in touch with us directly today A football academy is more than just a business; it's a commitment to quality coaching, reasonable pricing, and most importantly, fun. As we dissect the growth strategies of both Skillz & Lambeth Tigers we uncover the underestimated power of word-of-mouth and organic growth. This is great advice for budding entre…
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EP 19: Why Entrepreneurship is Crucial to Navigating Adversity
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Get in touch with us directly today What happens when a dancer turns entrepreneur and then navigates her way through a pandemic? Well, you get a story of resilience, innovation, and community. That's exactly what Jasmine Hanlon from Move It, Shake It Events brings to the table in this engaging episode. In this month's episode, Steven and Rebecca si…
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EP: 18 From Passion to Profit: How to Build Your Kids Activity Business
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Get in touch with us directly today In this episode, Rebecca and Steven sit down with Lisa from The Performance Academy who unveils the secrets behind building a thriving kids activity club from the ground up. Join us as Lisa shares the challenges, triumphs, and pivotal moments that shaped her path to success. From the highs to the lows, Lisa opens…
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EP 17: Unleashing the Power of Disruptive Franchising
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Get in touch with us directly today Join Rebecca and Steven as they sit down with Showtime Circus owner, Jess. In this captivating episode, Rebecca, Steven and Jess delve into the world of circus arts and discover the power of disruptive franchising. As a forward-thinking and visionary circus school owner, Jess reveals the challenges she faced in l…
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EP 16: Overcoming Stereotypes in Your Kids Activity Business
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Get in touch with us directly today In this podcast episode, Steven and Rebecca sit down to catch up with Tycoon Allstars. Coach Jane and Vanessa showcase why cheer isn't just about pom-poms and high kicks. It's about finding your voice, boosting communication skills, and building bridges of respect and understanding! If you want ideas on how to ov…
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EP 15: Creating a Marketing Strategy for Your Kids Activity Club
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Get in touch with us directly today In this podcast episode, Steven and Rebecca catch up with Louise from Dance Inc. Studios (our first-ever podcast guest!) to see where she is a year later. Louise does it all: she owns a dance school, runs a mentoring business and continually strives for more. Rebecca, Steven and Louise get into the nitty-gritty a…
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EP 14: The Key Hires That Make the Biggest Difference in Your Business
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Get in touch with us directly today As part of our #FutureCoaches campaign, we're bringing extra podcasts to your ears throughout March and April. In today's episode, Rebecca and Steven catch up with Ashley from Skillz UK. Ashley is one of our very first customers, with his academy coming on board in 2015. But it's not just the passing of time we'r…
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EP 13: Why an Open Mindset in Business Matters
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Get in touch with us directly today With more and more kids activity businesses popping up, how do you stand out from the crowd? In today's podcast episode, we put PlayItLoveIt Managing Director John Leitch in the ClassForKids podcast seat to unlock his top tips on starting a business. John shares some of his best-kept secrets, including the…
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Get in touch with us directly today This month’s episode of In the Club sees Rebecca sit down with Geoff Rellis, Managing Director of GoodLife Gymnastics. From the get-go, Geoff’s vision was to run a business and not a club - and strategy has played a crucial role in helping him achieve this. Rebecca and Geoff talk about why strategy matters, the k…
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Get in touch with us directly today In this episode, Steven and Rebecca sit down to catch up with Level Up contest winner Lauren from The Avenue Dance Company to hear where the business is now. Since winning the contest, Lauren's gone through a complete transformation process - personally and with the business. Before winning, Lauren never viewed h…
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EP 10: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Knowing Your Value
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Get in touch with us directly today Can you believe it's the final episode of 2022? We can't either! It's been some journey in our first year of podcasting, and we've been privileged to sit down with so many amazing business owners and partners to hear their stories. In this podcast episode, Rebecca sits down to catch up with Lianne McHugh to discu…
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EP 9: How to Partner with Schools and Nurseries
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Get in touch with us directly today In this episode, Steven and Rebecca catch up with Cerys Keneally, an expert in helping children's activity providers grow their businesses by partnering with schools and nurseries. Cerys' career experience is what makes her the specialist she is today. As a former primary teacher, dance school owner and business …
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ITC SPECIAL: In Conversation with Natasha Coates
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Get in touch with us directly today Looking for an inspirational listen? Then look no further! Steven and Rebecca sit down to chat with Elite Disability Gymnast, Natasha Coates. Natasha shares her story on what it's like living with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome and how it challenges her every day. Natasha's outlook on life is super inspirational; …
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Get in touch with us directly today This episode is full of hilarity, and fascinating facts about ClassForKids, and takes you to places you’ve never seen before… Behind the scenes at ClassForKids HQ. Steven and Rebecca sit down with some of the marketing team to reflect on the past six months and look ahead to the future of ClassForKids. Tune in to…
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EP 6: From Coaching to Running and Marketing a Business.
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Get in touch with us directly today Starting their business without any experience, Josh and Jamie decided to use their coaching background to launch their football academy, 1st Touch Football. The dynamic duo have gone from dabbling in marketing and business strategies to having confidence in their decisions. For the business, word of mouth and cu…
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Get in touch with us directly today In this episode, we’re catching up with our level up contest winner, Lauren. After getting a call from the company she worked for previously to say they were shutting their doors, Lauren faced big changes. Ready to take on the challenge of starting her own business, Lauren picked up the phone to local schools, an…
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ITC SPECIAL: Making a Difference with AR26 Charity
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Get in touch with us directly today In today's episode, Rebecca catches up with Amanda, Head of Partnerships, from AR26 Charity. AR26 is a charity founded by football star Andy Robertson which aims to give more young people a chance, regardless of circumstances. Amanda shares more of the charity's journey and what they hope to achieve in the long r…
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Ep 3: From Humble Beginnings to Rising Stars
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Get in touch with us directly today Check out the latest episode of In the Club where we catch up with Jaynie from J Star Academy of Performing Arts. Jaynie shares her journey with us, from starting in a shed in a park to owning her own studio with 300+ kids in classes every week. We even find out about a cameo appearance in one of the nation's fav…
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Ep 2: The Problem of Setting Goals Without a Strategy
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Get in touch with us directly today In this episode, Rebecca and Steven sit down with former gymnast, Scott Mirceta, who shares his story of competing at a championship level. Now working as an Account Manager with the UK’s leading gymnastics equipment provider, Gymnova, Scott is sharing why having a strategy in place is key to achieving your goals…
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Get in touch with us directly today In this first episode, co-hosts Steven and Rebecca sit down to give listeners an insight into the inner workings of ClassForKids and chat to Dance Inc. Studio owner Louise McHendrie. In the space of six months, Louise has grown her dance school by 65% and now has multiple venues throughout Glasgow. In today’s sit…
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