It’s no secret that gyms are a place where bacteria build up quickly. It’s natural. With so many people coming in and out of the building, interacting with the machinery and equipment, all while working up a sweat, it is hard to know where to start with regard to gym cleaning. That is why we have put our heads together here at Assertio Services, the expert gym cleaners.
Join us in this blog as we will identify our top five gym cleaning tips to help you tackle the monstrous task that is keeping a commercial gym clean.
Prioritise High Traffic Areas
As the name suggests, areas that get frequent use in the gym are likely to be the ones that harbour the most dirt, grime and bacteria. Areas to focus on are popular machines like treadmills, exercise bikes and weight lifting equipment. As a gym owner or manager, you will be aware of your most popular equipment, so make it your focus when it comes to cleaning. With high traffic areas in mind, don’t forget entryways, door handles and any other place that sees a lot of people regularly.
By ensuring the most used areas are in their best condition, you are able to manage the general perception of your gym to customers, as they will see your business as a clean one. This ultimately will help with membership churn and keep members happy.
Implement Clean-As-You-Go Policy
Since its introduction after the COVID pandemic, a clean-as-you-go, wipe down the machine after use type procedure for members has proven effective. By putting the impetus on the members to help take care of the gym, especially the equipment they use regularly, you reduce how much time and effort is required for you to clean the gym as a whole.
Remember to have cleaning stations dotted around the gym, this means after each use of the machines, the member is never too far from the cleaning supplies required to wipe down machinery.
Organise Cleaning Checklist
Here at Assertio Services, we’re big fans of a cleaning checklist. They help ensure that nothing is missed while you do your rounds. They are incredibly handy for larger jobs such as gym cleaning. By breaking down your cleaning checklist into daily, weekly and monthly tasks, you can be sure everything is being ticked off in the appropriate time, while prioritising the crucial bits.
We have put together our very own complete gym cleaning guide for you to use, saving you time creating your own.
Ensure There is Ample Storage
One of the biggest factors that makes gyms look untidy is inadequate storage for members. If there are not enough lockers, shelves or areas dedicated to baggage in the changing rooms, you will find your guests will bring their bags out onto the gym floor and leave them beside the machine they are working on. While there is no innate issue with this, it can be considered a trip hazard and cause someone to harm themselves.
Hire Gym Cleaning Professionals
While we can’t help you increase the amount of storage within your gym, we can keep your gym clean, hygienic and tidy. We have a wide range of services to offer businesses of all types, including our popular gym cleaning service, trusted by managers and owners across London and the surrounding counties. For more information, please do get in touch.
