Today we’d like to introduce you to Timothy Mantel.
Hi Timothy, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.
I spent over 30 years in executive leadership in retail companies Target, GNC and Barnes & Noble where I was focused on building customer loyalty through great product and store experiences. I have also been a lifetime fitness enthusiast with varying interests over time, from cardiovascular endurance and performance to strength training and bodybuilding. Opening gyms is my way of working for myself as an entrepreneur while leveraging my professional experiences in something I have created.
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?
No! Opening the first location immediately following covid had all of the things… supply chain, inflation, labor shortage and opening the second gym when Austin went through a real estate boom and bust challenged us for sure. Managing legal affairs during a protracted lease dispute ended up in victory, but was an expensive win.
And oddly, expanding the business in a city that is booming is a lot of work. Local businesses have advantages for sure, but competing for primary real estate is very tough. And as Austin does not have a lot of ‘old’ areas it can be tough to find available space.
Appreciate you sharing that. What should we know about Los Campeones Gym?
Los Campeones Gym is proving that you can have the classic vibe of an old school bodybuilding gym while delivering a current experience to members through the newest and best equipment in a meticulously clean environment. Our gym is affordable but offers entirely new equipment from the most innovative manufacturers- Panatta, Eleiko, Watson, TechnoGym, Hammer Strength, Arsenal, Ivanko, Prime…… we really have the best equipment assortment in Austin.
Additionally, we offer a full retail pro shop of apparel and consumables and world class supplement store.
Not only did Los Campeones Gym win The Best New Gym in AustinFit magazine in 2024, two of the top three Best Trainers offer their services from our gym.
Impeccibly bright and clean, and with the right equipment, women excel in our gyms and make up half of our members.
Can you talk to us a bit about the role of luck?
Having faith has always provided more guidance and direction than luck. 🙂
Pricing:
- $89 Monthly
- $790 Paid in Full Annual Pass
- $19 Day Pass
- $29 Week Pass
- $179 Student Summer 90 Day Pass
Contact Info:
- Website: https://loscampeonesaustin.com
- Instagram: @loscampeonesgymnorthaustin @loscampeonesaustin
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