Health and Fitness Club Industry News: Chains
Wednesday, April 24th, 2024
Life Time Opens Second Athletic Country Club in Brooklyn, New York
Posted: April 22, 2024 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Life Time (NYSE: LTH) is continuing its expansion across New York with the opening Life Time Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. The new 37,000-square-foot athletic country club is located at the Brooklyn Crossing development in Prospect Heights and comes just days after the April 15 debut of Life Time PENN 1, featuring the most indoor Pickleball courts in New York City. Read More...
YogaSix Opens 200th Studio Amid Global Franchise Growth
Posted: April 19, 2024 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - YogaSix, an Xponential Fitness-backed boutique yoga franchise, has opened its 200th studio, in San Jose, California, following recent openings in Waterford Lakes, Florida and Minnetonka, Minnesota. Read More...
Columbia Association Names New President/CEO Shawn MacInnes
Posted: April 18, 2024 in Chains
COLUMBIA, MD - After a months-long recruitment effort and interview process, Columbia Association (CA) announces Shawn MacInnes as the new President/CEO for the organization. MacInnes will start his position on June 17. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Announces Newest Location in Hagerstown, Maryland
Posted: April 17, 2024 in Chains
HAGERSTOWN, MD - Crunch Franchise announces the grand opening of Crunch Hagerstown, a 32,000-square-foot state-of-the-art fitness facility in Hagerstown, Maryland. Crunch Hagerstown will be located in a former Bed Bath and Beyond, creating a new offering for Hagerstown residents. Read More...
Fitness World Canada Launches Active Community Initiative, Bringing Free Fitness Classes to a Senior Living Facility in Surrey
Posted: April 17, 2024 in Chains
VANCOUVER, BC - Fitness World Canada and Rosemary Heights Seniors Village have joined forces to provide free fitness classes to residents of the assisted living community. Read More...
Planet Fitness Names Colleen Keating Chief Executive Officer
Posted: April 16, 2024 in Chains
HAMPTON, N.H. - Planet Fitness, Inc. (NYSE: PLNT) (the "Company"), announces that it has appointed Colleen Keating as the Company's Chief Executive Officer, effective June 10, 2024. At that time, Craig Benson will resign as Interim CEO but will continue to serve as a member of the Company's Board of Directors. Read More...
New York City’s Largest Indoor Pickleball Destination Opens in The Penn District as Life Time Expansion Continues
Posted: April 15, 2024 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - As New Yorkers' passion for pickleball and all things wellness continues to grow, Life Time (NYSE: LTH) is bringing an entirely new experience to office workers, commuters and neighborhood residents in the heart of The Penn District with the opening of Life Time PENN 1. Read More...
Snap Fitness scoops silver at prestigious TITAN Business Awards
Posted: April 12, 2024 in Chains
CHANHASSEN, MN - Snap Fitness, a global fitness powerhouse with more than 1,000 franchises and one million members, has won silver at the coveted TITAN Business Awards in the Products and Services category. The TITAN Business Awards celebrate business excellence globally, acknowledging organizations that continually push the boundaries of excellence. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Announces Newest Location in Erie, Pennsylvania
Posted: April 11, 2024 in Chains
ERIE, PA - Crunch Franchise announces the grand opening of Crunch Erie, a 45,000-square-foot state-of-the-art fitness facility in Erie, Pennsylvania. Crunch Erie will be located at the former Tops Friendly Market, creating a new offering for Erie residents. Read More...
Fitness Connection Expands Reach with the Grand Opening of Newest Gym in Morrow, Georgia
Posted: April 11, 2024 in Chains
MORROW, GA - Fitness Connection announces the grand opening of its 47th gym nationwide and second club in Georgia, a testament to its commitment to providing top-tier fitness experiences nationwide. The new Morrow gym promises to be the ultimate fitness destination, living up to its motto, "Your GYM Come True." Read More...
Equinox Partners with Function Health to Bring Comprehensive Lab Testing to the Forefront of High-Performance Living
Posted: April 11, 2024 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Equinox, an authority in high-performance luxury living, announces an exclusive, groundbreaking partnership with Function Health, the first health platform that includes over 100 comprehensive lab tests for understanding the entire body. Together, they are introducing a paradigm shift in approaching health optimization that integrates visible physical achievements with crucial, yet often overlooked internal health markers. Read More...
Wexer and Corporate Fitness Works Unite For Corporate Wellness
Posted: April 10, 2024 in Chains, Suppliers
U.K. - Wexer, a leading provider of wellness content solutions, announces its partnership with Corporate Fitness Works, a leading expert in customized corporate fitness programs. This partnership marks a significant milestone in the realm of employee wellbeing, combining Wexer’s cutting-edge virtual fitness technology with Corporate Fitness Works’ tailored fitness initiatives. Read More...
Genesis Health Clubs Acquires The Sandbox Locations in Derby and Kansas City
Posted: April 9, 2024 in Chains
DERBY, KS - Genesis Health Clubs announces the acquisition of both locations of The Sandbox, effective immediately. The Sandbox locations in Derby, Kansas and Kansas City, Missouri feature acres of volleyball, pickleball and corn hole, as well as full-service restaurants and bars to complement the sports action. Read More...
ABC Fitness Chosen by Fitness World to be Strategic Partner for Cutting-Edge Member Management Solutions
Posted: April 9, 2024 in Chains, Suppliers
LITTLE ROCK, AR - ABC Fitness, a leading tech provider for fitness businesses everywhere, and Fitness World, a leading fitness organization committed to promoting health and wellness in western Canada, have partnered to elevate Fitness World's operational efficiency, member personalization and club management, ensuring an unparalleled experience for its members. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Announces Newest Location in Hagerstown, Maryland
Posted: April 8, 2024 in Chains
HAGERSTOWN, MD - Crunch Franchise announces the grand opening of Crunch Hagerstown, a 32,000-square-foot state-of-the-art fitness facility in Hagerstown, Maryland. Owner Chad Smith is a fitness industry veteran with almost 20 years working in the space. He has developed and opened 10 new Crunch franchises, and currently has ownership equity in 47 Crunch clubs. Read More...
Life Time Opens its First Ground-Up Pickleball Destination Featuring Eight Indoor and Seven Outdoor Courts
Posted: April 8, 2024 in Chains
CHANHASSEN, MN - Life Time (NYSE: LTH) is celebrating National Pickleball Month with the opening of its first dedicated, ground-up pickleball development. Life Time Chanhassen Pickleball is located adjacent to the Life Time Chanhassen, Minnesota athletic country club and the company's headquarters. Spanning a total of nearly 46,000 square feet, the club features eight indoor and seven outdoor courts with accompanying viewing areas, a bar and lounge, dressing rooms, retail and more. Read More...
TruFit Embarks on a New Era of Growth with Key Executive Appointments
Posted: April 2, 2024 in Chains
SAN ANTONIO, TX - TruFit, a leading innovator in the health and fitness industry, announces the expansion of its executive team with the appointment of two new vice presidents who joined at the close of 2023, reinforcing its commitment to growth and industry leadership. Chip Pelaskey joined as the Vice President of Sales, and Brea Ballard stepped into the Vice President of Marketing role. Read More...
Exos’ Four-Day Workweek Pilot Reveals a Winning Formula for Achieving Business Success Without Sacrificing Employee Well-being
Posted: April 2, 2024 in Chains
PHOENIX, AZ - Exos, an industry-leading performance coaching company that is helping organizations reimagine the future of work, releases the results of their four-day workweek pilot. Collected in partnership with the Wharton School of Business’ Adam Grant and doctoral candidate Marissa Shandell, the data reveal that pro-recovery practices can support employee well-being and sustain workplace effectiveness. Read More...
Orangetheory Fitness and Self Esteem Brands Complete Merger, Creating the World’s Largest Footprint in Health, Fitness and Wellness Services
Posted: April 2, 2024 in Chains
BOCA RATON, FL and WOODBURY, MN - In a landmark move for the global health, fitness and wellness industry, Orangetheory Fitness, a leader in heart rate-based interval training, and Self Esteem Brands, a leading portfolio of purpose-driven health and personal care brands, have officially closed a merger of equals, creating the world's largest portfolio of powerhouse brands poised to capture greater market share in the $5.6 trillion global wellness economy. Read More...
Snap Fitness Launches Snap App 2.0
Posted: April 2, 2024 in Chains
CHANHASSEN, MN - Snap Fitness (part of Lift Brands) has upgraded its app, enhancing its members’ omnichannel fitness experience. With a refreshed User interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design, Snap App 2.0 features a number of improvements to the platform. Read More...
