How long did it take from the idea to when you opened your doors? Was it a new gym or did you take one over? I am in the long process of opening my own gym. I am just starting what I imagine will be a 3 year project, if not more. Right now I'm reading about opening a business- all the work it takes and the legal side of things. I am hoping to set up some meetings with a couple gym owners that I know to find out what they think are the most important things to know, but I thought I'd ask on here too. I'm looking for both the good and bad. What to absolutely make sure I do, but what to watch out for as well. I'm interested in both the running the business side of things (anything from building a good staff to which mat cleaners to use to what else to use the facility for, etc.) and the gymnastics side of things (when to hold classes vs. team, how to structure classes, etc.). I don't have any specific questions yet but I'm sure I'll come up with some. Thanks!!