Health and Fitness Club Industry News: Chains
Thursday, November 20th, 2025
Crunch Fitness Announces Appointment of Molly Long to Chief Operating Officer
Posted: August 12, 2024 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Crunch Fitness, a leading high-value, low-price gym, announces the appointment of Molly Long, its Chief Experience Officer, as the company's new Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective August 12, 2024. This appointment marks a significant step in Crunch Fitness' ongoing commitment to driving growth, promoting excellence and prioritizing innovation while delivering value to its members, team members and franchisees. Read More...
Blink Fitness Takes Action to Position Business for Future
Posted: August 12, 2024 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Blink Fitness ("Blink" or the "Company"), the affordable fitness brand known for its commitment to an all-inclusive and inviting environment, announces that the Company has made the strategic decision to execute an efficient and value-maximizing sale process to optimize its footprint and position the business for long-term success. To facilitate the sale process, Blink has voluntarily filed for protection under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code in the District of Delaware. Read More...
Life Time Debuts New Athletic Country Club in Westlake, Representing Company’s 13th in Dallas-Fort Worth Area
Posted: August 8, 2024 in Chains
DALLAS, TX - Life Time (NYSE: LTH) has further expanded in Texas and the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex with the opening of Life Time Westlake. The opening extends Life Time's athletic country club footprint to 33 locations across Texas. Life Time first entered the Dallas-Fort Worth market with the opening of Life Time Plano in 2003. It most recently opened Life Time Las Colinas in April. Read More...
Gold’s Gym Unveils Newly Renovated Atlanta-Area Gym Inspired by ‘The Mecca’
Posted: August 8, 2024 in Chains
DALLAS, TX - Gold's Gym, the growing iconic fitness brand, has unveiled its newly renovated gym in the Hamilton Mill area, created in the image of its legendary original location, The Mecca in Venice Beach. The updated gym now has a legacy-inspired, all-new look and feel with brick walls and wooden accents, best-in-class gym80 equipment and a reproduction of The Mecca's famous green wall. Read More...
Workout Anytime Celebrates 25 Year Anniversary, Builds Momentum with Strategic Expansions and New Innovations
Posted: August 5, 2024 in Chains
ATLANTA, GA - Workout Anytime, the 24/7 fitness franchise with nearly 200 locations nationwide, has experienced substantial growth and development in the first two quarters of 2024 and is poised for continued expansion in the remainder of the year. The brand, which recently celebrated 25 years of growth, has signed agreements for nine new units year-to-date, with five of those units sold in Q2 alone. This expansion includes breaking into the new market of Richmond Hill, Georgia. Read More...
Crunch Celebrates Momentous Year at Annual Franchise Convention
Posted: August 2, 2024 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Crunch Fitness, a leading high-value, low-price gym, wraps its global Franchise Convention in Arizona, where executives reflected on the momentous year with approximately 600 attendees and laid out plans to further fuel Crunch's continuous growth. The convention's theme, "Feel the Good," represented the spirit and inclusive values of Crunch Fitness and featured dynamic content, such as leadership development, strategic discussions, beneficial training courses and the introduction of new initiatives for the brand. Read More...
Planet Fitness Awards $250,000 in Scholarships to 50 Boys & Girls Clubs of America Teens In Support of its Judgement Free Generation Initiative
Posted: August 1, 2024 in Chains
ST. LOUIS, MO - Planet Fitness, one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers with more members than any other fitness brand, announces it has awarded scholarships to 50 members of Boys & Girls Clubs across the U.S., in the amount of $5,000 per recipient, with more than half (52%) representing first-generation college students. Read More...
Life Time Names Erik Weaver Chief Financial Officer
Posted: August 1, 2024 in Chains
CHANHASSEN, MN - Life Time Group Holdings, Inc. ("Life Time," "we," "our," or the "Company") (NYSE: LTH) announces that Erik Weaver has been appointed Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer effective August 1, 2024. Mr. Weaver had served as the Company's Interim Chief Financial Officer since January 1, 2024. Read More...
Equinox Appoints Marc Mastronardi as President
Posted: August 1, 2024 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Equinox, an authority in high-performance luxury living, announces that they have appointed Marc Mastronardi as President of Equinox. Together with the executive leadership team, Marc will develop organizational strategies to drive Equinox's continued success, profitability and future growth. Read More...
JETSET Pilates Announces Continued Growth and New Achievements in 2024
Posted: July 31, 2024 in Chains
MIAMI, FL - JETSET Pilates, a Miami-based Pilates studio renowned for its innovative approach to fitness and wellness, is celebrating a successful mid-year with significant expansion and notable industry recognition. Driven by a mission to provide accessible, high-quality Pilates experiences, JETSET Pilates is excited to continue its growth throughout the remainder of 2024. Read More...
Fitness World Canada Hosts Surrey’s First Spartan DEKA Event
Posted: July 31, 2024 in Chains
VANCOUVER, BC - This summer, Fitness World Canada is bringing the world-renowned Spartan DEKA Strong race to Surrey, BC. On Saturday, August 17, 2024, local competitors can test their fitness at the South Surrey Signature Fitness World and compare their results to all DEKA athletes around the world. Read More...
Zumba Fitness and Samsung Health Launch Dynamic Partnership to Elevate Global Fitness and Wellbeing
Posted: July 26, 2024 in Chains
MIAMI, FL - Zumba, a world-renowned dance fitness brand, and Samsung Health, a leading innovator in digital health solutions, announce an exciting new partnership. Read More...
Crunch Fitness Celebrates Grand Opening of Newest Location in Pleasant Hills, Pennsylvania
Posted: July 24, 2024 in Chains
Fitness franchisee, announces its newest location in Pleasant Hills, Pennsylvania, marking another milestone in the brand's expansion. The grand opening showcases a $5 million investment in a 45,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art fitness facility designed to cater to a wide range of fitness enthusiasts. Read More...
Planet Fitness Adds Edmonds, Washington Location
Posted: July 24, 2024 in Chains
TIMONIUM, MD - Planet Fitness, one of the nation’s largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers with more members than any other fitness brand, will soon expand its Seattle-area footprint. Read More...
JETSET Pilates Announces Key Additions to Executive Lineup
Posted: July 24, 2024 in Chains
MIAMI, FL - JETSET Pilates, the Miami-based, modern Reformer Pilates franchise that combines curated music and fitness for the ultimate revitalizing experience, welcomes five new individuals to its esteemed leadership team, further enhancing the brand's growth, training and support infrastructure. Read More...
Planet Fitness Expands Internationally With First Club Opening in Spain
Posted: July 22, 2024 in Chains
HAMPTON, N.H. - Planet Fitness, one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers with more members than any other fitness brand, announces the opening of its first club in Spain, located in the city of Sabadell in the province of Barcelona. As a part of the Company's strategic growth plan, Planet Fitness believes there is significant potential in Spain. The first several stores will be a joint venture with a franchisee partner and the remainder of the market will be franchised. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Announces Newest Location in Greenwood, Indiana
Posted: July 17, 2024 in Chains
GREENWOOD, IN - Crunch Franchise announces the Fall 2024 opening of Crunch Greenwood, a 50,000-square-foot state-of-the-art fitness facility in Greenwood, Indiana. Crunch Greenwood will be operated by Crunch Fitness franchisee Fitness Ventures LLC. Brian Hibbard, the Chief Executive Officer for Fitness Ventures LLC, has found a unique opportunity to help develop the Crunch brand through his passion for the industry. Read More...
Fitness International Acquires XSport Fitness, Expanding Presence in Chicagoland, New York and Virginia Markets
Posted: July 16, 2024 in Chains
IRVINE, CA - Fitness International, LLC, operator of LA Fitness, Esporta Fitness, City Sports Club and Club Studio brands, announces its acquisition of XSport Fitness, marking a significant expansion of Fitness International's offerings in the Chicagoland, New York and Virginia markets. In keeping with its mission to provide quality fitness experiences to its members, Fitness International plans to invest in and enhance these new locations, rebranding under one of its four brand names. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Announces Newest Location in St. Cloud, Minnesota
Posted: July 11, 2024 in Chains
ST. CLOUD, MN - Crunch Franchise announces it will be opening its newest franchise, Crunch St. Cloud, a 40,000-square-foot state-of-the-art fitness facility in St. Cloud, Minnesota in Fall 2024. Brian Hibbard currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer for Fitness Ventures LLC, which owns and operates Crunch Fitness locations across the U.S. Read More...
EōS Fitness Celebrates 2024 Submit Your Fit Winners
Posted: July 11, 2024 in Chains
DALLAS, TX - EōS Fitness, the fast-growing High Value, Low Price (HVLP) gym, with over 150 locations open or on the way, introduced the winners of its annual Submit Your Fit contest for 2024, demonstrating the power of fitness to change lives. This year, winners shared their stories of significant weight loss, triumph over health challenges and newfound confidence. Their collective experiences inspire others to embark on their unique transformation journeys. Read More...
