Bibliographical Identification: Author`s first name and surname: Mgr. Jan Šíma Title of the doctoral thesis: Quality of sport services in Prague fitness centers from the customer perspective Department: Department of Sport Management Supervisor: doc. Ing. Eva Čáslavová, CSc. The year of presentation: 2015 Abstract: The thesis is aimed at the problems of sport service validation in the area of fitness. A review of the most used methods for sport service validation was completed. We focused on measurement according to subjective criteria, where the service quality is evaluated by the customers themselves. A practical part is dealt with using cross-cultural validation of the SERVQUAL method (PARASURAMAN, ZEITHAML, BERRY, 1988), originally validated for American customers. Our questionnaire was translated by modified direct translation and, in terms of pilot standardization, was tested on a sample of 46 participants from two fitness centres. A modified Czech version of SERVQUAL questionnaires was the main tool of our data collecting during the market research in six fitness centres chosen randomly with a sum of 697 participants. The main target of the research was to obtain Prague customers' opinions of each single feature of the quality of service. After finishing the market research, by means of SEM -...

Bibliographical Identification: Author`s first name and surname: Mgr. Jan Šíma Title of the doctoral thesis: Quality of sport services in Prague fitness centers from the customer perspective Department: Department of Sport Management Supervisor: doc. Ing. Eva Čáslavová, CSc. The year of presentation: 2015 Abstract: The thesis is aimed at the problems of sport service validation in the area of fitness. A review of the most used methods for sport service validation was completed. We focused on measurement according to subjective criteria, where the service quality is evaluated by the customers themselves. A practical part is dealt with using cross-cultural validation of the SERVQUAL method (PARASURAMAN, ZEITHAML, BERRY, 1988), originally validated for American customers. Our questionnaire was translated by modified direct translation and, in terms of pilot standardization, was tested on a sample of 46 participants from two fitness centres. A modified Czech version of SERVQUAL questionnaires was the main tool of our data collecting during the market research in six fitness centres chosen randomly with a sum of 697 participants. The main target of the research was to obtain Prague customers' opinions of each single feature of the quality of service. After finishing the market research, by means of SEM -...

Title: Analysis of customer satisfaction in six selected Expreska fitness premises and their mutual comparison Objectives: This diploma thesis deals with the research of satisfaction and expectations of female customers of the Expreska circle training in selected six establishments in Prague and consequent comparing of these places. Satisfaction is measured using a questionnaire, in which the customers asses the perceived quality of services and the quality of services that is important to them. On the basis of obtained data there is conducted analysis of sociological parameters such as age, occupation, monthly income, etc. The main research is completed with the survey of former Expreska customers and in conclusion there is comparison of the two surveys. Methodology: The survey of customer satisfaction is carried out using questionnaires, which lies in the method of SERVQUAL. It is compared the expected quality and truly perceived quality of the service. Secondary data about the fitness center are obtained through the analysis of documents and author's own investigation at the fitness premises. Results: The outcome of the thesis comprises of the satisfaction of customers in Expreska circuit training. Furthermore, comparing the satisfaction of customers between the various exercise premises, last...

Title: Marketing plan of Lady fitness Objectives: The aim of this work is to create marketing plan for fitness company Lady fitness, which provides fitness services exclusively for women. Hypothesis is that Lady fitness doesn't deal with marketing planning. Methods: Qualitative and quantitative methods were used in this thesis. The main methods used in this work include a questionnaire, qualitative interviews, SWOT analysis, an informal interview and STEP analysis. Results: The author made detailed analysis of Lady fitness and it was found the marketing of the company was a great failure. The author created a marketing plan for next year. The plan is for 1st September 2013 to 31st August 2014. Keywords: Marketing plan, marketing mix, marketing strategy, services, fitness

Title: Research of service quality of selected fitness center Objectives: The main goal of this thesis is to identify the problematic areas of services provided by the selected fitness center and define specific proposals and recommendations for the management of the organization leading to the improvement of customer service. Methods: Research service quality of selected fitness center was used the modificated SERVQUAL questionnaire for sport services in Czech republic. This questionnaire compares the expected quality of services in an excellent fitness center to the actually perceived service quality in the selected club. The data collection took place in the period from February 2020 to March 2020. Results: Based on the analysis of the service quality, it seems that the offered quality of fitness centre services is at a relatively high level. However, the research also identified some shortcomings in the individual indicators and found room for improvement. According to the identified shortcomings, recommendations and other steps were proposed to the fitness centre, which should contribute to even better services. Keywords: sport, fitness, services, marketing mix, quality, SERVQUAL

Purpose The purpose of this study is to get insights in how the digitalization of fitness services has affected the customer experience, this with a focus on fitness services such as dance classes and PT-sessions online.  Theoretical background The theory has its foundation in both the customer journey where different touchpoints are perceived and the factors affecting the customer experience. Many studies have been done in the subject of customer experience and five factors are categorized. First, the cognitive factors then the affective factors, sensory factors, social factors and last the conative factors.  Methodology The study employs a qualitative research type with a cross-sectional research design. Primary data are collected through semi-structured interviews with four customers and one gym. Empirical findings and analysis Multiple differences and similarities between the digital and physical experience are presented. For example, physical gyms have more equipment than all of the respondents have in their home. At the same time, it can be a disadvantage that the internet connection and digital tools are required at the digital classes. However, the flexibility is higher when the classes are online, both because of the accessibility and the higher ability to choose time and place for the workout.  Conclusion The digitalization of fitness services has affected the customer experience, both positive and negative. To what extent the change is positive or negative are based on personal preferences. For instance, some customers enjoy the lack of social interaction while some miss is, some may like the smell of the gym while some prefer the smell of their own home. Therefore, the ability to choose in the future is recommended and the gyms do need to work on the optimalization of the experience both for their digital and physical customers.

Title: Customer Satisfaction with the Services of Pulse Fitness in Benešov Objectives: The primary aim of this thesis is to ascertain customer satisfaction with the services of Pulse Fitness in Benešov as well as the main factors which reduce the level of customer satisfaction with said services. The results obtained will be employed as the bases for recommended measures, whose implementation in Pulse Fitness should contribute to an increase in the level of customer satisfaction. Moreover, a secondary aim is to adapt the methodology of the European Customer Satisfaction Index to the area of fitness. Methods: In the thesis, the methodology of the European Customer Satisfaction Index is employed. Electronic questioning was applied for the collection of primary data. Results: The resulting values of the European Customer Satisfaction Index indicate that the customers of Pulse Fitness have an above-average satisfaction with the provided services. However, there are a range of factors which the management of Pulse Fitness should address. Specific resommendations are mentioned. Key words: European Customer Satisfaction Index (ECSI), customer satisfaction, fitness services