Access Control Installation for Gyms and Fitness Facilities: 3 Tips from PDK Partners
- ProdataKey
- 6 days ago
- 3 min read
From 24-hour gyms to yoga studios, pools, tennis courts, and more, access control is an essential system behind any gym or fitness business. ProdataKey (PDK), an industry-leading provider of cloud-based access control technologies, provides a solution that not only protects staff, members, and equipment, but also simultaneously helps gym owners streamline their daily management.
In this article, we’re going over three expert-backed tips to help you make your next fitness facility install the best it can be.
Keep the Business Model in Mind
Every fitness space runs differently, and their access control system should reflect that. A 24/7 gym has very different needs than a reservation-based fitness studio; and a membership-based facility requires different levels of security than a community center open to the public. In order to create the optimal system for each install, installers should tailor the access control system based on their customer’s business model.
As Jonathan Lorquet, owner of Fortress Lock, Safe, & Security describes, “with gyms, access control isn't just a convenience for business owners. It's integral to their business model, something that members depend on, and a critical part of the user experience.”
For example, STU Golf Studio is a golf simulator in Beverly Hills that relies on ProdataKey for its daily operations. PDK allows the owner of the studio to manage access efficiently while ensuring a premium, self-directed experience for every member. Without its tailored PDK access control solution, STU Golf Studio wouldn’t be able to function as the unmanned, 24/7 athletic facility it is today.
Utilize PDK's Access Control Integrations
To take the security system at a gym or fitness center to the next level, we recommend that our partners utilize integrations. By integrating a PDK access control system with other cloud-based tools, installers can create an advanced system that enhances both security and day-to-day management.
Through integrations like Playbypoint and Registry, PDK makes it easy to sync member data and manage reservations, all while maintaining top-of-the-line security. Partners can also enhance operations further by exploring the thousands of software-based integrations available through Zapier.
As Maria Del Mar Ortega, Marketing Specialist at Playbypoint explains, “it’s all about the user experience. You don’t want a player to have to juggle three different apps to pay, unlock doors, and check reservations. So having it all in one place is just easier for them.” Ultimately, integrations allow installers to create the optimal daily management experience for their customers, elevating both security and operational efficiency.
Educate Users About Remote Management Capabilities
For security managers who can’t be on-site during all hours of operation, remote access management is a necessity. Luckily, ProdataKey’s cloud-based platform gives users full control of their system anytime, anywhere, and from any device.
Installers should make sure their customers are aware of the wide variety of management tasks that can be completed remotely.
“Gym owners can coordinate a tour with a prospective member, speak with them on the phone, let them in, watch them through their video system, guide them through the place, and still not be on-site,” explains Ted Dzogan, owner of Summus.
Remote management can entirely transform day-to-day operations–so it’s imperative that users know all that they can achieve through PDK.io. Ultimately, when they are given the knowledge of all they can do with ProdataKey, users can manage the security of their fitness space with greater confidence.
Securing Success for Every Gym and Fitness Center
From secure 24/7 access to integrated management tools, PDK’s access control solutions play a central role in how gyms and fitness centers across the country operate today. By understanding how access control fits into a given business model, ProdataKey partners can help their customers create a streamlined, smart solution that protects life and property while simplifying daily management.
Because with PDK, access control is about more than securing doors–it’s about making life easier for all partners and end-users.
