About PreOwnedGym.com
The premier marketplace for certified pre-owned fitness equipment with industry-leading standards
Our Mission
To create a trusted marketplace where fitness businesses of all sizes can access premium commercial-grade equipment at affordable prices through verified quality standards.
At PreOwnedGym.com, we believe that high-quality fitness equipment shouldn't come with a premium price tag. Not all pre-owned equipment is created equal, which is why we've developed comprehensive certification standards that every piece of equipment must meet before being listed on our platform.
By connecting buyers with trusted equipment sources and providing transparent information about each item's condition and history, we're creating a marketplace that benefits both buyers and sellers while promoting sustainability in the fitness industry.
Meet The Founder
The industry expert behind PreOwnedGym.com
Robert Szopa
Founder & CEO
Robert Szopa brings over a decade of hands-on experience in every facet of the fitness equipment industry. Starting as an apprentice technician and working his way through marketing, production, and digital operations, he has a uniquely comprehensive understanding of what makes quality fitness equipment valuable.
Having personally serviced countless pieces of equipment, managed extensive inventory systems, and developed marketing strategies for fitness businesses, Robert identified a significant gap in the marketplace: the need for a trusted source of certified pre-owned fitness equipment with transparent standards.
His vision for PreOwnedGym.com combines his technical expertise with a commitment to environmental sustainability and business accessibility, making premium commercial equipment available to facilities of all sizes at fair prices.
Our Journey
Building expertise from the ground up
The Beginning: Apprentice Technician
What started as a summer job in high school quickly became a passion. At Pro Gym Supply, Robert specialized in the full restoration and servicing of commercial-grade gym equipment, particularly indoor cycling bikes. Working from a small garage operation, he learned the mechanics of fitness equipment hands-on, developing a keen eye for quality and proper functioning.
Marketing Assistant
As he moved into marketing, Robert took charge of product listings across multiple platforms including Craigslist, eBay, Sears, and Alibaba. This experience taught him the importance of detailed, accurate product descriptions and quality imagery. He also began managing the company website, developing SEO skills while researching new marketing channels to reach potential customers.
Production Coordinator
This role allowed Robert to revolutionize inventory and production systems. He created comprehensive spreadsheet solutions that tracked each piece of equipment from acquisition through refurbishment to sale. His work order system followed equipment through each stage of reconditioning, with detailed instructions for technicians at each station—from disassembly to sanding, painting, reassembly, and testing. While others in college were partying, he was putting in 60-hour weeks perfecting these systems and studying Toyota Production methods.
Marketing Director
Taking on greater responsibility, Robert developed strategic marketing campaigns through email blasts, managed eBay listings, and coordinated product promotion across the company website. His systems created a seamless flow of information between inventory, production, and sales teams—acting as unspoken communication that synchronized operations. This Kanban-inspired approach significantly improved efficiency in selling inventory and fulfilling orders.
Digital Consultant at Gym Tech
At Gym Tech, Robert refined his digital marketing and e-commerce expertise, focusing specifically on user experience and conversion tracking. He redesigned their website and implemented an e-commerce solution featuring over 1,000 fitness equipment products. Managing everything from website hosting to Google and Facebook ads, he developed valuable insights into how customers research and purchase fitness equipment online.
Founder at Gym Spotter
With Gym Spotter, Robert was able to systemize and automate the processes he had mastered throughout his career and offer them as services to others in the industry. Based in Garden City, New York but operating remotely, he provides AI solutions, digital marketing expertise, and business automation services specifically for the fitness and gym equipment industry. This venture allowed him to scale his knowledge and help others improve their operations.
Founder of PreOwnedGym.com
Drawing on his comprehensive experience, Robert launched PreOwnedGym.com to address a critical gap in the market: a trusted marketplace for certified pre-owned fitness equipment. Understanding that not all equipment is refurbished to the same standards, he created rigorous certification processes to ensure buyers can trust the quality of every purchase. His mission is to set the industry standard for pre-owned equipment quality while making premium commercial equipment accessible to facilities of all sizes.
Founder's Perspective
Not many people in this industry can say they've both lifted treadmills onto dollies and developed high-level SEO strategies. I've worked the all-night installations, tackled the nightmare move jobs, serviced countless spin bikes, and climbed through equipment-packed warehouses and shipping containers. This unique perspective across all aspects of the business revealed clear market gaps and underserved customers that PreOwnedGym.com was built to address.
Our Core Values
The principles that guide everything we do
Quality Certification
We believe in rigorous standards for every piece of equipment. Our certification process ensures that only properly refurbished and thoroughly tested equipment makes it to our marketplace.
Transparency
We provide complete disclosure about equipment condition, history, and reconditioning process. Buyers should know exactly what they're purchasing with no surprises after delivery.
Sustainability
By extending the lifecycle of quality fitness equipment, we're reducing waste and promoting a more environmentally responsible approach to facility development.
Process Excellence
Drawing from Toyota Production methods, we believe in efficiency, consistency, and continuous improvement in all our operations and partner requirements.
Customer Protection
We stand behind every certified purchase with warranties and guarantees that protect customers and ensure they receive equipment that meets our promised standards.
Industry Advancement
We're committed to raising standards across the pre-owned fitness equipment industry through education, certification programs, and establishing best practices.
Our Industry Partners
Working together to elevate the fitness equipment industry
Ready to Join the Revolution?
Whether you're looking for certified equipment for your facility or want to become a verified seller on our platform, PreOwnedGym.com is changing how the industry thinks about pre-owned fitness equipment.