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A Fitness Instructor's Guide to Hiring the Right PA System

As a fitness instructor, your voice is your most important tool. But competing with loud music in a big room is a fast track to losing it. Shouting isn't the answer—a good PA system is.

We know you're an expert in fitness, not sound engineering. This simple guide will show you what audio gear you need to hire to run a high-energy, professional class where your voice cuts through clearly and motivates every person in the room.

1. The Microphone: Your Most Critical Piece of Gear

For a fitness class, not all microphones are created equal.

Handheld Mics: These are not an option. You need your hands free for demonstrating moves.
Clip-On (Lavalier) Mics: These small mics clip to your shirt. While they're wireless, they're not ideal. They often rub against your clothing, creating a "scratchy" noise, and can get muffled as you move.
The Solution: A Fitness Headset Mic. This is what you need, and it's what we recommend for all active instructors.
- Secure Fit: It loops over your ears and sits firmly in place, no matter how much you jump or move.
- Sweat-Resistant: This is crucial. Fitness headsets are built to withstand the moisture that would destroy a standard microphone.
- Clear Sound: The mic sits right next to your mouth, picking up your voice directly and rejecting background music.

When you hire from us, make sure to request a wireless fitness headset. This connects to a small beltpack transmitterthat you clip to your waistband.

2. The System: Speakers & Mixer

Your wireless headset is just one part of the system. Here's the rest of the kit you'll need to hire.

Active Speakers: These are speakers with the amplifier built right in, which means a simpler setup for you. The key is hiring speakers that are powerful enough for your class size and music level. A small Bluetooth speaker won't cut it.
Speaker Stands: Never leave your speakers on the floor. This just wastes sound, blowing it at the shins of the front row. Putting speakers on stands gets the sound up at head height, spreading it evenly and clearly all the way to the back of the room.
Mixer: This is the "control centre" of your sound. It's a small desk where you plug in both your microphone's receiver and your music source (like a laptop or phone).

3. Setting It Up: A Simple 3-Step Process

When you hire a fitness PA from us, the setup is straightforward.

Set Your Voice: Plug the microphone's wireless receiver into a channel on the mixer. With your headset on, talk at your normal instruction volume and set the level on the mixer.
Set Your Music: Plug your phone or laptop into another channel on the mixer. Get your music playing at the right energy level.
Balance the Two: This is the most important step. Your voice and music are now on two separate volume faders. You can easily turn the music down slightly and your voice up slightly, allowing your instructions to "ride on top" of the music.

The result: no more shouting. Your voice is clear, the music is powerful, and your throat is saved.

Pro Tips for a Flawless Class

Feedback Prevention: High-pitched squealing (feedback) happens when your mic gets too close to a speaker. Always keep your headset away from the "front" of the main speakers.
Check Batteries: Your wireless headset and beltpack are battery-powered. Always start a class with a fresh set.
Tell Us About Your Class: When you book your hire, just tell us: "It's for a spin class," or "It's for an outdoor boot camp." This helps us provide the perfect, sweat-proof gear for your exact needs.