Creative Legal Advice

I am interssted in moving away from working for a gym(as most personal trainers eventually would like to do). I am ISSA certified(well I will be in a couple weeks).

The most profitable way to work for myself, would be in my case to do it out of my NYC apt. I have priced equipment cost, and I would be able to provide a gym quality workout, w purchasing only roughly 2000$ In equipment. Besides the obvious (insurane-since I wont be covered by my gym) my main concern would be the legality of running a businees out home.

Is there any way I can do this (for expample; bribing my landlord to allow me to do so for an increase in rent, and change in my lease???)
Or is it illlegal prohibited in General by State and/or Federal laws to do so, or is there maybe something I can apply for to grant me this.???

I will be needing further legal advice and I am happy I found someone that does specialize in this field. I am goin thru a divorce right now and it was quite a challenge finding an attorney who can handle a divorce properly - help me maintain my assets etc- as well as an immigration attorney who can help me keep my green card.
Thank you for your time

A Permit To Train In A Home Studio?

by Germaine Beuviere
(Lexington, KY)

My parents want to transform their garage into a fitness studio for me. Do I need a license or permit to do this?

Bootcamps in the Park

by HJ
(San Diego)

I read the question before mine and I too am trying to start a Bootcamp in North county of San Diego. I have tried to look up to see if there are rules about having a Bootcamp here and can't seem to find any info out. Can anyone heads me up and any other info that may be helpful before I get started.
Thanks

what is required

I want to work as an independent contractor. I plan to provide a mobile personal training service, going to clients homes. I have already filed a DBA and opened a bank account in that name.

Im confused about what else is required. I know that it is recommended to file with the irs for EIN. I still need to do that. I will also obtain liability insurance.

My question is do I need a general business permit? And can I use a room in my home as an office (would that be a bus expense and is it permissible?)I live in Indiana. Is there anything that I am overlooking? Thank you very much for your assistance.

Sincerely,
Robin L.

BUSINESS LICENSE

by Eric Tatum
(Dallas, Tx)

This is Eric Tatum, I am a certified trainer in Dallas, Tx, Do you know who i would need to contact as far as getting a business license, incorporating a name, finding funding for a facility, equipment etc.. at a reasonable price?

business license

by Kathy Owen
(Reno, Nevada)

Is it required to have a business license if you are training people inside your home? I was planning to train part-time using my equipment. What exactly constitutes a business?

Thank you, Katherine Owen

Online personal training - does this require registration in multiple states?

by Deana Guidi
(Orlando, FL)

I plan to start a personal training business in Orlando, Florida. My community association will allow me access to our fitness facility to train clients one-on-one. However, I want to create a website, offer online personal training, publish articles, sell DVDs and CDs, and possibly sell ad space on the site. I know I need to start a Florida LLC or S corp, but do I need to register as a foreign business entity in the remaining 49 states? If I have to pay fees in more than one state, that alone may deter me from starting an online business.

Use of public parks for training

by Stephen
(New Zealand)

Hello

Is it legal to use a public park as a fitness trainer in your own business for the purpose of training clients, charging them money. I heard it's illegal as your using a public place and are making money out of using the place?

Thanks

Where to train my clients?

by Mike
(Los Angeles, CA)

Just a quick question. I live in L.A. and was wondering if you need a permit, license, or something to train clients outdoors at a park or a at beach, or am i able to train them wherever I want? If I do need something, do I just contact the city to get permission? Thanks!

Business License Required?

by Leslie
(folsom, california)

I am a personal trainer in northern California and am thinking of leaving the gym i currently work at and training people in their homes. my question is do i need a business license to do this? i have 3 personal trainer certifications and 2 specialized.

training outdoors

by Heidi
(Los Angeles, Ca )

Do you need a specific permit to train at the beach or at parks? If so, what permits do i need and how do I go about getting them? Also, do I need one for each specific location. Thank you!! Heidi

Outdoor Boot Camp

by Ty
(Columbia, SC)

I am an ACE certified personal trainer and a group fitness instructor who teaches mostly sculpting/strength/boot camp group fitness classes at the corporate wellness center where I am employed. I am really considering performing an outdoor bootcamp in March and April for the Spring at a local park. What should I do to begin this besides the obvious of marketing and getting the word out? I called the park and was told that it is free to use the space. I have liability insurance. I guess my biggest question is do I need to have a business license to do something like this? Or can I just market myself as a trainer performing a boot camp class? Please help me because I want to be sure to do this right (especially taxes wise). Thanks.