How to Start an Adult Gymnastics Merch Shop

Starting an adult gymnastics merch shop on Pro Shops takes about an afternoon. Signup is free. Upload the program logo, pick 3 to 15 starter pieces from the adult athletic catalog, set retail markup, share the shop link with the roster. Athletes order, shirts ship, program earns markup on every order. Here is the step by step setup walk through specific to adult gymnastics programs.

Step 1: signup and plan pick

Sign up free at shops.beargrips.com. Free plan: 3 products live, higher base price per item. Self Service VIP: $59 per month, 200 products live, lowest base price (saves $4 to $11 per item versus free). Done For You VIP: $109 per month, 250 products plus we handle product picks, mockups, pricing, and layout for you. For most adult gymnastics programs starting out, Self Service VIP pays back its monthly cost after 6 to 8 piece sales. Free plan works for testing.

Step 2: upload the program logo

• Logo file: PNG with transparent background preferred. JPG works if the background is the print color (typically white or black).
• Square aspect ratio prints largest and most consistently across tee, hoodie, polo, and hat blueprints.
• Single color or two color logos print most predictably. Gradient and photo logos work but show variance across fabric colors.
• If the logo is not transparent, the platform background removes when possible.

Step 3: pick starter products

The strongest adult gymnastics starter product mix:

• Premium Cotton Crew Tee: the everyday class shirt.
• Womens Premium Cotton Tee: womens cut for the dominant demographic.
• Performance Workout Tank: tumbling and hot gym training.
• Comfort Soft Hoodie ($36.88): cool down and lobby wear.
• Signature Seamless Leggings: training bottom.
• Mens Premium Cotton Pique Polo: coach uniform piece.
• Classic Rope Hat: program identity off the floor.

Free plan picks 3 of these. VIP plan picks all 7 (and many more).

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Step 4: set retail markup

Default recommended markup: $10 per item over the base price. Programs set their own markup, no restrictions. Common adult gymnastics retail prices: cotton tee $32 to $36, hoodie $48 to $55, leggings $65 to $75, polo $44 to $50, hat $39 to $45. Higher markup is fine; the program decides what the adult member base supports. Per piece print means markup is captured on every single order without volume risk.

Step 5: share the shop link

• Email to current roster with shop link.
• QR code printed and placed at the front desk.
• Instagram bio link.
• Shop link in member onboarding email.
• Mention in the first 30 seconds of each class.
• Print one display shirt and hang it at the desk.

Step 6: monthly check in

Once live, the shop runs in the background. Monthly check in: log into the program dashboard, see what sold, optionally rotate one new design or piece in for the next month. The system handles printing, shipping, and customer support. The program earns the markup on every order.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the setup actually take?

About 2 to 4 hours for an attentive setup. Free plan is faster (fewer products). VIP plan with 15 to 30 pieces takes a full afternoon.

Is there a monthly minimum sales requirement?

No. The shop stays live whether it sells one piece a month or 100. Program earns markup on every order at the rate they set.

Whats the best plan to start on for an adult gymnastics program with 30 members?

Test on free (3 products) for the first 30 days. If members order any product, upgrade to Self Service VIP. The VIP base price plus access to more SKUs pays back quickly.

Can I switch plans later?

Yes. Free to VIP upgrade is one click and brings the catalog access immediately. VIP to Done For You is also one click.