FITNESS TOGETHER
Scott Thompson
New York Area Director
Phone (914) 220-8310
scottthompson@fitnesstogether.com
www.fitnesstogether.com
Bob Milkie, Fitness Together, Cobble Hill

A Brooklyn FT Success Story

Bob Milkie had never heard of FT before his business partner mentioned it to him as a prospective
design project. Area Director Scott Thompson needed an architect to design several FT centers, and
soon after, Milkie and his partner were working on locations in Scarsdale, Mt. Kisco, Port Jefferson
and other FT locations throughout New York.

Along the way, he got an insider’s perspective on how profitable and turnkey an FT franchise could
be: hire a talented manager and a good training staff, and success will follow. A self-described ‘gym
rat,’ he decided FT was a wise investment, and he purchased a franchise. Soon after, he scouted for
a location in the busy neighborhood of Cobble Hill in Brooklyn. Eight months ago, he hit pay dirt - his
doors have been open since April 1st and business has been growing every week.

Private Eyes

Customers tell Milkie and his staff time and time again how much they appreciate the privacy provided
to them at FT. “The trainer is focused, the client is focused, and the result is a stronger, more
effective work out.” Each client works out in a private room – so different from the big box gyms many
clients have experienced, and disliked, in their past.

“The worse thing in the world would be to look like a gym,” says Bob. As an architect and designer,
Bob added several ‘bells and whistles’ to his location, with Scott Thompson’s blessing. Lighting
enhancements, special finishes like etched glass and upgraded carpets have give his location what
he says clients call a “a spa-like feeling.” This upgraded interior works especially well given the
professional crowd that this FT draws.

Open Door Policy

“We try to market to those make over $200K a year,” says Milkie. To reach them, Milkie takes
advantage of marketing tools available from FT’s corporate team, including “Get Members” and list
marketer “Info USA.” There’s lots of walk-in traffic – which is both a blessing and a curse, as sessions
range from $85-$90, too pricey for many who stop in. Targeted mailings help drive those with real
interest through the doors. Plus, referrals go a long way: many clients have already introduced their
significant others to the FT advantage.

“You couldn’t achieve the same level of success with out the FT franchise,” says Milkie. “Somebody’s
already created the model and put in the blood, sweat and tears. Our job is to take it to the next level.”