How PeaceCore Studios Grew 488% with a Personalized, Whole-Body Approach—and the Right Fitness Studio Software
PeaceCore Studios began as a single-room Pilates studio in Akron, Ohio—and quickly evolved into a full-service wellness destination offering yoga, barre, massage, trauma-informed movement, and alternative therapies. But with growth came complexity.
Founder Lisa Conrow needed business management software that could support her expanding team and client base—without sacrificing simplicity or client care. Since switching from Mindbody to WellnessLiving, Lisa has grown PeaceCore Studios by 488%, built a 40-person team, and gained the clarity to focus on what she loves: building community and guiding transformation through movement.
“As a business owner, I’ve been HR, housekeeping, concierge, and taught 25 classes a week. Now I finally have space to lead again.”
Customer Overview
Business Name: PeaceCore Studios
Location: Akron, OH
Founder: Lisa Conrow
Services: Reformer Pilates, yoga, barre, trauma-informed classes, massage, alternative therapies
Target Audience: Adults of all ages seeking personalized, holistic wellness experiences
PeaceCore Studios offers movement and wellness programs that support real-life needs—from prenatal recovery to injury rehab to stress relief. Lisa’s mission is to create a space where every client feels safe, seen, and supported through every season of life.
The Challenge: Manual Processes, High Costs, and a Lack of Support
As Lisa’s business expanded, her software—Mindbody—struggled to keep up. It created more stress than it solved, and left her team unsupported.
Key pain points included:
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High costs to launch a branded client app
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A confusing interface that wasn’t user-friendly
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No responsive support when scaling or troubleshooting
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Too many systems and manual workarounds to run daily operations
“I found myself lost many times trying to navigate through the [Mindbody] system. I’m a fitness person, not a tech person, so I needed something intuitive. If I can figure out WellnessLiving, anybody can.”
Lisa wasn’t looking for just a booking tool—she needed intuitive wellness business management software that her whole team could rely on.
The Solution: A Unified, Scalable Platform Built for Studios Like Hers
Lisa chose WellnessLiving for its all-in-one approach, intuitive design, and hands-on support team. The migration was seamless and the day-to-day became immediately easier.
With WellnessLiving, Lisa was able to:
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Migrate her client data without disruption
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Launch a branded, beautifully designed app at no added cost
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Consolidate scheduling, communications, and reporting in one place
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Give staff the tools they need to manage check-ins, class updates, and substitutions
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Reach real people on the support team when help was needed
“The customer service is phenomenal. I can always get someone on the phone. Now we’ve got 40 employees and everyone knows our WellnessLiving reps by name. It feels like we’re all on the same team.”
The Results: A Transformed Business and Room to Grow
Since switching to WellnessLiving, PeaceCore Studios has achieved:
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488% business growth over five years
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Expansion into multiple studio spaces, with plans to add a community café
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A fully empowered 40-person team using a single platform
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Improved client retention through personalized features like spot booking and milestone tracking
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More time for Lisa to focus on program development, teacher mentoring, and vision-building
“Now I get to go back to what I love—developing new programs and mentoring teachers. I’m not stuck in the weeds anymore.”
Favorite Features: Tools That Made All the Difference
✔ Branded Client App
Modern, intuitive, and professionally designed—without extra fees or development delays.
✔ “Book-a-Spot”
Clients can choose their preferred Reformer or mat location—empowering them and enhancing comfort, especially for those with injuries or a strong preference to be by a mirror or a friend.
✔ Milestone Tracking
Automated flags (e.g., 50, 250, 1000 visits) make it easy to celebrate progress and build long-term loyalty.
✔ Class & Teacher Substitution
Staff can manage instructor changes or class format updates quickly without disrupting the client experience.
✔ Client Communication
Built-in tools to notify clients instantly via email or text—ideal for last-minute updates or emergency closures.
✔ Multiple Check-In Options
Concierge, self-check-in kiosk, or instructor-led—flexibility for multi-room setups and peak hours.
Closing
For Lisa, switching to WellnessLiving’s fitness studio software wasn’t just a tech upgrade—it was a turning point. She now runs a multi-space wellness hub with confidence, creativity, and support.
If you’re looking to streamline operations, grow your team, and serve your clients with excellence, you don’t have to do it alone. If you’re considering making the switch, take it from Lisa: “Without a doubt, do it. Switching to WellnessLiving changed everything for us.”
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