Music Licensing for Gym Owners in Germany

1. The Berlin Fitness Studio Case — €42,000 in Damages

   What happened when a Berlin gym used Spotify, and what it means for your business.

   5 min

2. GEMA Tariff UE-G for Fitness Studios

   How GEMA calculates fees for gyms based on training floor area. Typical costs: €635–2,600/year.

   6 min

3. The Optimal BPM Strategy for Gyms

   Karageorghis (2009) recommends 120–140 BPM for training zones. How to match music to workout types.

   5 min

4. Calculate Your GEMA Fitness Tariff

   Estimate your annual GEMA UE-G fee based on your training floor size.

   3 min