Outdoor aerobics in the park

Locals who like exercising outside, such as parents after school drop-off, retirees and people on a budget.

Casual class fees, class passes or monthly memberships, with low overheads because you are not paying for a venue by the hour.

• Fitness instruction and safe exercise technique
• Leading a group outdoors
• Social media and local marketing
• Flexibility when weather changes

• Most councils require a permit or licence for commercial fitness classes in public parks, so check with your local council before you start
• Public liability insurance, which councils often ask to see
• Weather, heat and cancelled classes, so plan a wet-weather or refund policy
• Music licensing for playing music in classes, so check what you need
• Your ABN, and GST registration once you reach the turnover threshold

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $500 to $2,500, depending on your insurance, portable speaker, gear and any council permit fees. There is no venue rent, which helps keep costs low.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $300 to $2,000, depending on class sizes, how often you run sessions and what you charge. Weather can lead to cancelled classes, so plan a wet-weather or refund policy.

Most councils require a permit or licence for commercial fitness classes in public parks, so check with your local council before you start. Also check public liability insurance, music licensing, and your ABN and GST registration.