Health and Fitness Club Industry News
Friday, August 21st, 2026
World Gym Launches Presales for its First Thailand Club
Posted: August 18, 2026 in Chains
BANGKOK - World Gym, the global fitness brand founded on California's Muscle Beach in 1976, announces the upcoming opening of its first club in Thailand at Imperial World Samrong. The launch will introduce the brand's world-class fitness experience to Thai members, combining internationally benchmarked facilities, advanced technology and accessible membership options. Read More...
VASA Fitness Partners with ISSA to Launch “Trainer in Training” Program, Investing in the Next Generation of Personal Trainers
Posted: August 18, 2026 in Chains
GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO - VASA Fitness, one of the nation’s leading high-value, low-price fitness operators and a certified Great Place To Work for four consecutive years, announces the launch of its new Trainer in Training Program in partnership with the International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA), a global leader in fitness education and certification. Read More...
Crunch Fitness Franchise Group Nears 65 Clubs in Florida with Crunch Maitland Opening
Posted: August 17, 2026 in Chains
ORLANDO, FL - CR Fitness Holdings LLC, a subsidiary of CR Fitness Holdings, announces the opening of Crunch Maitland, its 63rd location in Florida, on Thursday, August 20. The new 43,000-square-foot Crunch Fitness club represents a $5 million investment in the community and brings Crunch's latest 3.0 club experience to the Orlando area. Read More...
2026 HFA European Congress to Showcase New Research Shaping the Future of Fitness
Posted: August 14, 2026 in HFA
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Attendees at the 2026 HFA European Congress will get an exclusive look at new research and insights shaping the future of the fitness industry, including the 2026 HFA Global Report, new findings on GLP-1s and exercise and a preview of the industry’s largest global retention study. Read More...
ACE Debuts Indoor Cycling Instructor Training with Core Health & Fitness
Posted: August 14, 2026 in Suppliers
SAN DIEGO, CA - The American Council on Exercise (ACE) announces a new continuing education course in partnership with CoreFit Collective, a trusted leader in indoor cycling. CoreFit Cycle powered by Schwinn is available through ACE and prepares exercise professionals to lead purposeful, results-driven cycling classes that boost member engagement and retention. Read More...
Club Pilates Expands Global Footprint Past 1,500 Studios, Widening Gap as Industry Leader
Posted: August 13, 2026 in Chains
IRVINE, CA - Club Pilates, part of the Xponential Fitness family and the world's largest Pilates brand by number of studios, is celebrating a new milestone of 1,500 studios nationally and internationally, reaffirming its position as a global Pilates leader. Read More...
BODYBAR Pilates to Celebrate Milestone 100th Opening in Home State of Texas
Posted: August 13, 2026 in Chains
FORT WORTH, TX - BODYBAR Pilates, the high energy, reformer-based Pilates studio, announces the opening of its 100th studio nationwide in its home state of Texas. The opening marks a full-circle moment for the brand, taking place in the very market where the franchise began. Read More...
Genesis Health Clubs Launches Fitness Physio Physical Therapy Services Inside Select Clubs
Posted: August 12, 2026 in Chains
WICHITA, KS - Genesis Health Clubs, the nation’s largest privately owned fitness enterprise, announces the launch of Fitness Physio, a physical therapy, sports rehab and recovery clinic located inside select Genesis Health Clubs. Fitness Physio launches this summer at ten locations in Wichita and the Kansas City area with the remaining clinics across Genesis throughout 2026. Read More...
STRONG Pilates Accelerates Global Momentum With Expansion Into Central and Eastern Europe; Announces Master Franchise Partnership With Xtreme Brands
Posted: August 12, 2026 in Chains
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - STRONG Pilates, the global fitness franchise combining Pilates, cardio and strength training, announces a Master Franchise partnership with Poland's leading wellness franchise operator, Xtreme Brands, to drive expansion across Central and Eastern Europe. Read More...
PTR/PPR Expands Member Benefits Through New Partnership with Midwest Racquet Sports
Posted: August 12, 2026 in Suppliers
WESLEY CHAPEL, FL - The Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) and Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR) announce a new partnership with Midwest Racquet Sports, providing members with exclusive savings on apparel, footwear and more. Read More...
