Need input re: big decision

[Raindrop]

I became a certified personal trainer while I was still employed in my career and put in some time training at a fitness facility. When I found out I was being severed (after 30 years), I got serious about starting my own business and I've been doing in-home training for the last five years. It's a little challenging now...with gas prices I had to increase my fees, and I've lost a few clients due to them cutting out expenses (me ), but I'm still doing alright.

However, if I was going to get into this business now, instead of being in the fitness industry since 1997 (as an indoor cycling instructor), I'd be hesitant. It's hard to establish your credibility as an older instructor/trainer if you start your career in any of the big box gyms (Ballys, 24 hour Fitness, LA Fitness etc) and the smaller privately owned facilities don't always provide enough clientel.

However, you've already established yourself in the other realm, and it sounds like you love that, and have a golden opportunity. I'd go for it!!

[Geonz]

It's reasonable to ask yourself if you're jumping from one pot into another because the first one is losing its novelty... but the answer really could be that a golden opportunity has come your way.
In a year which decision will have you kicking yourself less ?

[mayanorange]

The world needs some great dog trainers! Go for it! It sounds like a great opportunity that should get you way more clients than personal training and who doesn't want to be around doggies all day??

Gwenn, owned by 2 of the best dogs ever

[jobob]

Sounds like a fabulous opportunity.

And, correct me if I'm mistaken, but isn't part of dog training also training the owners of the dogs? So you wouldn't be going way too far afield of your original plan. Just revising it a bit.