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Beat81
Founded 2017 · 297 employees on LinkedIn · 3 known investors
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BEAT81 offers group fitness workout sessions, including indoor cycling and high-intensity training, with real-time performance tracking to help participants monitor their progress. The classes are led by trainers in a group setting focused on consistency and community.
Founders & leadership
Beat81 was founded in 2017 by Tim Dettmann.
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Tim DettmannFounder & CEOTim Dettmann is the founder and CEO of BEAT81, a group fitness platform offering indoor cycling and high-intensity training classes with real-time performance tracking. He was formerly a national badminton champion.
Investors · 3
Blue Wire Capitallisted by Blue Wire CapitalLondon · $50K – $300K
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EQT VenturesreportedLuxembourg · $2M – $50M
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Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements- Undisclosed amountSeries ASep 2019Source ↗
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Competitors · 10
by search overlap
Orangetheory21 shared keywordsOrangetheory operates a chain of fitness studios offering group workouts combining full-body strength training and cardio, using OTconnect technology to adapt each session to a member's fitness level. It serves individual fitness consumers through 1,500 individually owned and operated studios worldwide.
Peloton19 shared keywordsPeloton develops connected fitness equipment and a digital fitness app that delivers personalized workout classes and training guidance to home exercisers.
Crunch16 shared keywordsCrunch is a fitness community that welcomes members of all backgrounds and fitness levels without judgment. The company focuses on creating an inclusive, fun culture centered around exercise and wellness.
ClassPass16 shared keywordsClassPass, based in New York City, runs a subscription service that gives members access to fitness classes and wellness appointments across many independent studios and gyms. The platform connects consumers with providers while helping those providers fill unused capacity.
Puregym15 shared keywordsPureGym is the largest gym operator in the UK that offers personal training services, gym memberships, and operates fitness facilities. The company provides support and business tools for personal trainers and gym managers through a platform called PT Connect.
Womenshealthmag15 shared keywordsWomen's Health is a media brand publishing articles, guides, podcasts, and video series on fitness, nutrition, beauty, and health topics aimed at women. It also offers subscription-based (WH+) workout and nutrition plans covering strength training, muscle building, and longevity.
Soul Cycle14 shared keywordsSoulCycle operates indoor cycling studios where riders attend guided fitness classes set to curated music in candlelit environments. The company runs over 62 locations across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.
Planetfitness11 shared keywordsPlanet Fitness operates and franchises fitness centers that offer low-cost memberships starting at $15 per month in a non-intimidating environment, primarily serving members across various fitness levels and socioeconomic backgrounds through approximately 2,900 clubs generating over $1.3 billion in annual revenue.
Menshealth10 shared keywordsMen's Health is a media publication producing editorial content on fitness, health, nutrition, and wellness aimed at a male audience, covering topics such as workouts, weight loss, and medical trends. It also offers a daily email newsletter with workouts, weight loss advice, and meal plans.
Crossfit10 shared keywordsCrossFit operates a network of independently owned and operated fitness affiliates that share a fitness methodology and brand identity while maintaining local autonomy over operations, equipment, and pricing.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Beat81 do?
- BEAT81 offers group fitness workout sessions, including indoor cycling and high-intensity training, with real-time performance tracking to help participants monitor their progress. The classes are led by trainers in a group setting focused on consistency and community.
- Who founded Beat81?
- Beat81 was founded by Tim Dettmann in 2017.
- Who are Beat81's investors?
- Beat81's investors include Atlantic, Blue Wire Capital, EQT Ventures.