Outdoor Boot Camp in a Local Park

Adults who want to get fitter with a group, such as busy parents, office workers and people returning to exercise.

Monthly memberships, multi-week blocks (for example a 6 or 8 week programme) or drop-in fees per session. Revenue grows with the number of clients per class and the number of classes per week.

• Fitness coaching and exercise technique
• Motivating and leading groups
• Planning safe, varied workouts
• Marketing through local social media

• Many municipalities require a permit or booking to run commercial fitness classes in parks, check with your local parks department
• Commercial general liability insurance, ideally with cover for fitness instructors, and a participant waiver and health questionnaire
• Check whether your province or local gyms expect specific certifications
• Winter, rain and heat cut attendance, so plan indoor options, seasonal pricing or a shift to snowshoe or low-equipment formats
• Register for GST/HST once revenue passes the small supplier threshold

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $500 to $3,000, depending on your equipment, insurance and any park booking fees. Treat these as estimates and check local costs before you commit.

Many municipalities require a permit or booking to run commercial fitness classes in parks, so check with your local parks department. Also check insurance, a participant waiver and health questionnaire, and any certifications your province or local gyms expect.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $500 to $4,000, depending on attendance and pricing. Winter, rain and heat can cut attendance, so plan indoor options or seasonal pricing.