Facility Opening Checklist
Ensure your fitness facility is pristine, safe, and fully operational every morning with this comprehensive opening checklist.
This reusable ProcessKit template contains 6 steps and 34 blocks. Adapt it to your team’s policies, responsibilities, and tools.
Template categories
What’s included
Security & Access Verification
- Overview
- Disarm security alarm system
- Unlock all primary entry doors
- Verify all emergency exits are clear and accessible
- Note any overnight anomalies or damage observed
Facility Readiness Check
- Overview
- Turn on all interior lighting and exterior signage
- Activate sound system and set ambient volume
- Check and restock all restrooms/changing rooms (toiletries, towels)
- Verify water fountains/bottle fillers are operational and clean
- Adjust thermostat to optimal temperature (e.g., 70°F)
Equipment & Workout Zones Audit
- Overview
- Visually inspect all cardio equipment for damage or malfunction
- Visually inspect all strength equipment and free weights for damage
- Replenish sanitization stations (wipes, spray bottles, paper towels)
- Arrange studio/class equipment (mats, weights, props) as needed
- Report any broken equipment for immediate maintenance
Front Desk & Member Services Setup
- Overview
- Power on and log into POS/CRM system and computers
- Ensure member check-in kiosks or tablets are active and ready
- Organize front desk area, marketing materials, and merchandise displays
- Confirm starting cash drawer balance
- Review daily class schedule, appointments, and staff assignments
Staff Briefing & Daily Goals
- Overview
- Confirm all scheduled opening staff have arrived
- Share daily focus, promotions, or member engagement goals
- Discuss any important member feedback or incidents from previous day
- Assign specific duties or zones for peak hours coverage
Final Walkthrough & Opening
- Overview
- Conduct a full facility walk-through for final inspection
- Verify all 'Open' signage is correctly displayed
- Officially open doors to members
- Record actual facility opening time
- Upload photo of ready-to-open facility (optional)