Health and Fitness Club Industry News
Tuesday, April 29th, 2025
24 Hour Fitness Unveils New Amenity Concepts Designed to Redefine the Member Experience
Posted: April 28, 2025 in Chains
CARLSBAD, CA - 24 Hour Fitness is expanding its premium fitness offerings with the launch of Recovery24 and Premium Fit24, two innovative amenities now available at select club locations nationwide. These new experiences are designed to elevate the fitness journey, offering members advanced recovery and high-tech strength training solutions in dedicated private environments. Read More...
USTA, ATA Announce New Initiative to Grow Black Representation in Tennis
Posted: April 28, 2025 in Suppliers
PURCHASE, N.Y. - After years of successful collaboration, the United States Tennis Association Incorporated (USTA) and the American Tennis Association (ATA) announce a new initiative reflecting their shared mission to grow participation, retention and leadership opportunities among diverse communities in tennis. The pillars of this new initiative include increasing Black representation in tennis, a mentorship program developing pipelines of diverse professionals in coaching and tennis careers and inspiring future generations to participate in the sport. Read More...
UFC GYM and UFC FIT to Host Nationwide Fundraising Workout for Augie’s Quest
Posted: April 24, 2025 in Chains
LAS VEGAS, NV - UFC GYM and UFC FIT will host a nationwide, donation-based group workout on Sunday, May 4 to support Augie’s Quest to Cure ALS and honor ALS Awareness Month. This special event will raise funds for groundbreaking amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) research and provide care for those affected by the disease, with all proceeds going directly to the nonprofit. Participating UFC GYM and UFC FIT locations across the country will host a 90-minute, donation-based group workout. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Brings State-of-the-Art Fitness Facility to Norfolk, Virginia
Posted: April 23, 2025 in Chains
NORFOLK, VA - Crunch Fitness announces the opening of Crunch Norfolk in Norfolk, Virginia. The $5 million, 40,000-square-foot state-of-the-art fitness facility will open its doors in Fall 2025. Operated by Crunch Fitness franchisee Fitness Ventures LLC, Crunch Norfolk will create a new fitness offering for residents of Norfolk. Fitness Ventures LLC owns and operates Crunch Fitness locations across the U.S. Crunch Norfolk will be the Fitness Ventures LLC's 68th location nationwide and fourth location in Virginia, with plans to open at least 10 more gyms this year. Read More...
Life Time Foundation Expands Support of American Forests
Posted: April 23, 2025 in Chains
CHANHASSEN, MN - In celebration of Earth Month and its ongoing commitment to conservation, reforestation and protecting the planet, the Life Time Foundation has provided a $300,000 grant to American Forests to support the reforestation of the Rim Fire burn scar in California's Stanislaus National Forest, just west of Yosemite National Park. Read More...
ABC and EGYM Join Forces to Expand Market Reach and Bring Smarter, Personalized Fitness Experiences to More Gyms Worldwide
Posted: April 23, 2025 in Suppliers
LITTLE ROCK, AR - ABC Fitness, a global leader in fitness technology management software, announces a new partnership with EGYM, a leading provider of smart fitness solutions. This collaboration will integrate EGYM workout tracking and analysis technology as the exclusive workout tracking and analysis technology across ABC Fitness' Trainerize, Ignite and Glofox platforms. In turn, EGYM will position ABC Fitness as the sole preferred member management system within the global fitness market, expanding ABC Fitness’ reach across Europe and the Middle East. Read More...
Industry Veteran Adam Sacco Joins Jonas Fitness Sales Division
Posted: April 23, 2025 in Suppliers
HOUSTON, TX - Jonas Fitness, a leader in member management software and billing solutions for the health and wellness industry, announces the appointment of Adam Sacco as New Logo Sales Executive. Mr. Sacco’s appointment is effective immediately and marks a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to further expanding its national footprint and strengthening client partnerships. Read More...
ACSM Unveils Enhanced Cancer Exercise Program Directory
Posted: April 23, 2025 in Suppliers
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Millions of individuals living with and beyond cancer can now find accessible, customized exercise programs to aid in their recovery and rehabilitation. ACSM’s Moving Through Cancer Program has announced an expanded Exercise Program Directory that is now available to cancer survivors, caregivers, oncology clinicians and exercise professionals. Read More...
24 Hour Fitness and Action for Healthy Kids Launch New Nationwide Partnership
Posted: April 22, 2025 in Chains
CARLSBAD, CA - 24 Hour Fitness announces a new national partnership with Action for Healthy Kids (AFHK), a leading nonprofit working to improve the health and wellbeing of children by bringing together educators, families and communities. This collaboration furthers 24 Hour Fitness' mission to transform lives through fitness by empowering young people and their communities to embrace lifelong wellness habits. Read More...
Ecore Athletic Teams Up with United Football League to Equip The UFL’s Performance in Arlington, Texas
Posted: April 22, 2025 in Suppliers
LANCASTER, PA - The United Football League (UFL) has partnered with Ecore Athletic, a leader in performance flooring, to outfit the league’s premier training facility in Arlington, Texas, with high-performance athletic surfacing designed to support player wellness, safety and performance. Ecore Athletic specializes in durable indoor and outdoor solutions that enhance training environments through advanced acoustics, ergonomics and impact protection. Read More...
REX Roundtables Founder Will Phillips Passes Away
Posted: April 17, 2025 in Other News
NEW YORK, N.Y. - It's with a heavy heart that we share the passing of Will Phillips, Founder of REX Roundtables. Will passed peacefully last week, surrounded by his family, after complications from surgery. There are very few people in the global fitness industry who have had the widespread and lasting impact that Will had over his 30+ years of service. His influence touched thousands of lives and transformed countless businesses. Read More...
Crunch Fitness Announces Strategic Investment from Leonard Green & Partners; Continues Expansion In Florida With Acquisition Of Nine 24 Hour Fitness Gyms
Posted: April 16, 2025 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Crunch Holdings, LLC ("Crunch Fitness"), a globally recognized powerhouse in the fitness industry, announces a strategic investment from Leonard Green & Partners ("LGP"), a leading private equity investment firm. Under the terms of the agreement, LGP will acquire a majority interest in Crunch Fitness from TPG Growth, the middle market and growth equity platform of global alternative asset management firm TPG and Crunch's minority shareholders. Read More...
The Racquet Sports Professionals Association Announces Expansion on a Global Scale
Posted: April 15, 2025 in Suppliers
LAKE NONA, FL - The Racquet Sports Professionals Association (RSPA) announces its further global expansion with the assistance of Nelson Artz, the newly appointed Managing Director for Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). This expansion will provide racquet sports professionals in these regions with top-of-the-line professional development opportunities, helping to establish a higher standard in racquet sports careers. Read More...
Xponential Fitness Renews Partnership with Bilt Rewards
Posted: April 14, 2025 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Xponential Fitness, one of the leading global franchisors of boutique health and wellness brands, announces a renewal of its partnership with Bilt Rewards, the pioneering network that transforms housing and neighborhood spend into rewards and benefits, bringing the power of fitness and rewards together. Read More...
EōS Fitness Powers into 2025, Setting New Fitness Industry Benchmarks
Posted: April 11, 2025 in Chains
DALLAS, TX - EōS Fitness launched into Q1 2025 with rapid growth, a new marketing campaign, in-gym innovations and impactful partnerships, laying the groundwork for a remarkable year ahead. From unveiling Will Power, the fitness industry’s first-ever brand character, to opening several new locations nationwide, EōS continues to expand and raise the bar for the fitness industry and redefine what it means to be a leader in the category. Read More...
Life Time Acquires High Performance Lifestyle Training (HPLT) to Complement Health and Wellness Experiences in NYC and Beyond
Posted: April 10, 2025 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Life Time (NYSE: LTH), the nation’s premier healthy lifestyle brand, announces the acquisition of High Performance Lifestyle Training (HPLT), founded by entrepreneur Brian Mazza. As desirability for Life Time continues to grow, this new relationship will further extend Life Time’s presence in the health and wellness landscape in New York City and beyond, bringing unparalleled, curated experiences to Life Time members. Read More...
CR Fitness Holdings Opens 75th Crunch Fitness Location with State-of-the-Art Facility in Colleyville, Texas
Posted: April 7, 2025 in Chains
COLLEYVILLE, TX - Crunch Fitness is bringing its exciting and inclusive fitness experience to Colleyville, Texas, with the opening of its brand-new 3.0 location. CR Fitness Holdings, LLC, led by industry veterans Vince Julien, Geoff Dyer, Tony Scrimale and Jeff Dotson, now operates 75 locations across Texas, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina and Tennessee. With the opening of Crunch Colleyville, the company continues its mission to provide high-quality, affordable fitness options to communities across the country. Read More...
U.S. Health Club and Studio Memberships Increase to Record 77 Million
Posted: April 7, 2025 in IHRSA
WASHINGTON, D.C. - A record 77 million Americans, or 25% of people aged six and older, were members of a gym, studio or other fitness facility in 2024, according to new data released by the Health & Fitness Association (HFA). When including non-member users, total fitness facility customers reached nearly 96 million, representing close to one in three Americans (31%). The rise in gym and studio participation signals growing interest in structured fitness, as the number of facility members increased by 20% between 2019 and 2024. Read More...
Dr. Jeff Chandler Reflects on Stepping Away and the Legacy of the Strength and Conditioning Journal (SCJ)
Posted: April 7, 2025 in Suppliers
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO - After 27 years as Editor in Chief of the Strength and Conditioning Journal (SCJ), Dr. Jeff Chandler, EdD, FNSCA, will step away from his role in April 2025. The NSCA is grateful for his leadership, dedication to peer-reviewed publishing, and lasting service to the SCJ community. In his farewell message, Dr. Chandler reflects on the journal’s evolution, the importance of quality research and the many individuals who have shaped SCJ’s impact... Read More...
EōS Fitness Crowns 2025 Submit Your Fit Winners
Posted: April 4, 2025 in Chains
DALLAS, TX - EōS Fitness announced its annual Submit Your Fit contest winners for 2025, honoring five extraordinary members whose commitment to health and wellness has powerfully changed their lives. The campaign spotlights EōS members’ strengths, struggles and wins. Their collective experiences inspire and empower others to embark on journeys of their own. Read More...
