Health and Fitness Club Industry News: Chains
Thursday, July 30th, 2026
Crunch Fitness Franchisee to Bring 20 New Clubs to Phoenix by 2027
Posted: July 21, 2026 in Chains
PHOENIX, AZ - Southwest Fitness Holdings LLC, a subsidiary of CR Fitness Holdings, is expanding Crunch Fitness' presence in the Phoenix market with five new clubs currently in presale and plans to open 20 locations across the region by the end of 2027. Read More...
Franchise Equity Partners Acquires Bravo Fit, Planet Fitness’ Australian Franchisee
Posted: July 20, 2026 in Chains
HAMPTON, N.H. and NEW YORK, N.Y. - Planet Fitness, Inc. (NYSE: PLNT), one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers with more members than any other fitness brand, and Franchise Equity Partners (FEP), a private investment firm on a mission to create long-term partnerships with quality franchisees and franchisors, announce that FEP has acquired Bravo Fit, the Planet Fitness franchisee in Australia, from existing shareholders including Planet Fitness, which has exited its minority ownership position as a result of the transaction. As part of the agreement, Bravo Fit's management team will continue to lead the business and oversee its future growth in the region. Read More...
EōS Fitness Powers Through Q2 with Standout Growth
Posted: July 16, 2026 in Chains
DALLAS, TX - EōS Fitness, the High Value. Low Price. (HVLP) gym chain maintained strong momentum in Q2 2026, opening nine new gyms and signing nine new leases across six states. Read More...
Gold’s Gym Strengthens Executive Leadership With Appointment of Brad Reynolds as Sole CEO
Posted: July 15, 2026 in Chains
DALLAS, TX - Gold's Gym has named Brad Reynolds as sole CEO, signaling a bold new chapter for one of the most iconic names in fitness. With deep roots in serious performance and strength training, originating with the first Gold’s Gym in Venice Beach, California, the brand is now getting a big lift on its mission to elevate member performance, evolve the gym experience and open its doors to more communities than ever before. Read More...
VASA Fitness Opens New Green Bay Club, Bringing Premium Fitness, Recovery and Wellness Amenities to Northeast Wisconsin
Posted: July 15, 2026 in Chains
GREEN BAY, WI - VASA Fitness, one of the nation’s fastest-growing fitness operators, will officially open its newest Wisconsin location in Green Bay on Saturday, August 15. The new East Town club is VASA’s 73rd location nationwide and fourth in Wisconsin, expanding access to affordable, full-service fitness for residents across Northeast Wisconsin. Read More...
Workout Anytime Celebrates Successful Partnership with Nashville Predators, Driving Fan Engagement Across Middle Tennessee
Posted: July 15, 2026 in Chains
NASHVILLE, TN - Workout Anytime is celebrating the continued success of its partnership with the Nashville Predators, a collaboration that has strengthened brand visibility, deepened community engagement, and driven new member interest across the Nashville area. Through the co-op model, Workout Anytime locations in the region participate in the program, which is managed at the corporate level. Read More...
CR Fitness Holdings Earns Six Awards at 2026 Crunch Convention
Posted: July 13, 2026 in Chains
TAMPA, FL - CR Fitness Holdings, one of the largest and fastest growing franchise groups of Crunch Fitness, was recognized with six awards at the 2026 Crunch Fitness Convention this June in San Antonio, Texas, honoring excellence in operations, leadership, growth and member experience. CR Fitness Holdings continues to expand under an experienced leadership team focused on operational excellence and sustainable growth. Read More...
VASA Fitness Opens New Green Bay Club, Bringing Premium Fitness, Recovery and Wellness Amenities to Northeast Wisconsin
Posted: July 13, 2026 in Chains
GREENBAY, WI - VASA Fitness, one of the nation’s fastest-growing fitness operators, will officially open its newest Wisconsin location on Saturday, August 15 in Green Bay. The new East Town club is VASA’s 73rd location nationwide and fourth in Wisconsin, expanding access to affordable, full-service fitness for residents across Northeast Wisconsin. Read More...
Life Time Opens New Athletic Country Club at Brea Mall; Tenth California Location and Fourth in Orange County
Posted: July 9, 2026 in Chains
BREA, CA - Life Time (NYSE: LTH), one of the nation's premier healthy lifestyle brands, has opened its highly anticipated Life Time Brea Athletic Country Club, in North Orange County, marking the 10th destination in California. Located at Brea Mall, the new club expands Life Time's Orange County presence while reinforcing the company's role as a leading anchor within leading retail and lifestyle environments. Read More...
BODYBAR Pilates to Open First New Hampshire Studio This Summer
Posted: July 7, 2026 in Chains
EXETER, N.H. - BODYBAR Pilates, the high energy, reformer-based Pilates studio, announces it will open its first studio in The Granite State, located in Exeter, New Hampshire. The grand opening is scheduled for Monday, August 10, pending construction timelines. Read More...
