The Orlo journal

Running a studio, in practice.

Pricing, retention, staffing and the software behind it — written by the people building Orlo and the studios using it.

Editor's pick Pricing · 2 min read

Why Simple Pricing Matters

Boutique fitness studios thrive on community, energy, and relationships — not complicated spreadsheets. Yet too many studios create price lists that look like restaurant menus: Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum… packs, unlimiteds, half-unlimiteds, and hidden a...

Steve Brewer
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Product · 2 min read

Bring Your Gym Online: How to Run Virtual Classes and PT with Orlo

Keep clients engaged—even when they’re traveling, at home, or can’t make it in.Your gym doesn’t stop at the studio door—and now, neither do your se...

Steve Brewer · 06 Aug 25

Pricing · 3 min read

How Much Should You Charge for Small Group Training in Barcelona?

If you're running a gym or planning to launch one in Barcelona, there's a good chance you're offering (or thinking about offering) small group trai...

Steve Brewer · 06 Aug 25

The report

The Boutique Studio Report

How boutique studios in Spain price, retain and hire. Take part and get the full report.

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Industry · 2 min read

What People Hate About Gyms — and How Small Studios Can Win

In Barcelona, most people don’t quit fitness.They quit gyms.After scanning Google reviews, ClassPass feedback, Instagram comments, and consumer for...

Steve Brewer · 31 Jul 25

Industry · 2 min read

The Strength Shift: What Working Professionals in Barcelona Really Want from Their Workouts

Across Barcelona, a growing wave of professionals is redefining what it means to work out. The era of aimless treadmill slogs and overcrowded HIIT ...

Steve Brewer · 28 Jul 25

Industry · 3 min read

Why Barcelona’s Boutique Fitness Boom Is Just Getting Started

Barcelona is no stranger to fitness. From beach bootcamps to packed spin studios, the city has always pulsed with energy. But behind the scenes, a ...

Steve Brewer · 24 Jul 25