Can Anyone Share their Experience in Having a Gym in their House Hacked STR?

[Calvin Berstler]

Hello Everyone!

I am in the final stages of finishing my basement of my current primary residence for the purpose of a separate entry STR on Airbnb. I currently have my own home gym that I will be allowing my guests to use (free weights, rower, assault bike, bands, etc) and I wanted to know if anyone else has done this and what your experience has been so far and if you could share any lessons learned?

Do you have your guests sign an additional liability waiver before using the gym equipment in case of injury and if so, how do you have them sign it once booked? (ie Docusign link, in person, etc)

For all of you that think gyms are extra liability and should be avoided, I am willing to take that risk as it will definitely differentiate my listing in my current market. Also, the gym will be in my garage so this is not a space that I want put an extra bed or anything like that (everything is secured of course, so no worries of theft in that regard).

Any insight is appreciated for those who have experience in this area. Thank you!