Hey everyone! I'm opening my second gym location next month and desperately need advice on gym management solutions. My current setup is pretty basic - just spreadsheets and a simple POS system, but it's becoming a nightmare to track memberships, class schedules, and equipment maintenance across two locations.

I've been researching different platforms but honestly feeling overwhelmed by all the options. Some focus heavily on billing and payments, others seem more geared toward class scheduling and member engagement. What I really need is something that can handle:

Automated membership billing and renewals
Staff scheduling and payroll integration
Equipment maintenance tracking
Member check-ins and access control
Basic CRM features for lead follow-up

Budget isn't unlimited but I'm willing to invest in something robust that'll scale as we grow.

I've heard mixed things about some of the bigger names in the space - some people love them, others say customer support is terrible.

Anyone running multiple locations who can share what's worked well for them? Also curious about implementation timeframes - how long did it take to get everything set up and staff trained? Thanks in advance for any insights!