Presenter
Matthew Becker, Esq.
Friday, August 7
3:45 – 4:45 pm
What’s Really Putting Your Gym in Danger: Legal Landmines You’re Missing
Running a successful gymnastics program requires more than great coaching—it requires a legally sound business foundation. Yet most gym owners are unknowingly exposed to significant risks in four key areas: business entity structure, personal injury liability, tuition agreements, and staffing practices. Small oversights in any of these categories can drain profits, trigger regulatory penalties, weaken your valuation, or even shut down your gym entirely.
In this practical and eye-opening session, attorney and former gym owner Matt Becker will break down the most common legal landmines he sees in gyms across the country—and how to fix them before they become expensive problems. Using real scenarios drawn from more than 800 gym consultations, Matt simplifies complex legal issues into clear, actionable steps you can implement immediately.
Attendees will learn:
How to ensure your entity and corporate documents truly protect your personal assets
Why most waivers fail—and what an enforceable adult and kids’ waiver must include
How tuition agreements impact revenue stability and compliance with consumer laws
How to avoid costly staff misclassification and bartering mistakes
A practical legal checklist every gym should complete annually
Whether you run recreational classes, competitive teams, camps, or preschool programs, this session will help you protect your athletes, your business, and your long-term financial stability.