Health and Fitness Club Industry News: Chains
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Planet Fitness Reaches $5 Million Fundraising Milestone Benefitting Boys & Girls Clubs of America
Posted: October 23, 2019 in Chains
HAMPTON, N.H. - Planet Fitness, Inc., one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the U.S. and home of the Judgement Free Zone, announced that together with its franchisees, partners and members, it has raised more than $5 million since 2016 for its nonprofit partner, Boys & Girls Clubs of America. This fundraising effort is made possible through Planet Fitness' philanthropic initiative, The Judgement Free Generation, which aims to prevent bullying and promote kindness among youth. Read More...
Orangetheory Fitness Debuts New Documentary “Momentum Shift”
Posted: October 23, 2019 in Chains
LOS ANGELES, CA - Orangetheory Fitness has debuted its new documentary, "Momentum Shift," at the iconic DGA Theater in Los Angeles. The film spotlights Orangetheory Fitness Founder, Ellen Latham, weaving her inspiring story with those of Coach Joe Oniwor and member Kristen Ritchotte to showcase how, with a shift in perspective and the power of believing in yourself, anyone can achieve More Life. Read More...
EXOS and Detroit Medical Center Join Forces
Posted: October 23, 2019 in Chains
PHOENIX, AZ - EXOS and Detroit Medical Center have joined forces to bring nationally recognized performance training programs and services to the Detroit Metro area. The program will bring care beyond the hospital walls and into the community. Read More...
Genesis Health Clubs Donates 1,000 Pairs of Shoes to Underserved Children
Posted: October 15, 2019 in Chains
WICHITA, KS - Mr. Rodney Steven II, Owner and President of Genesis Health Clubs, and Chairman of the Board for Genesis Foundation for Fitness and Tennis (GFFT), has announced a new signature program called Kicks for Kids. The program donated $65,000 in new athletic shoes to under-resourced children attending schools in Kansas. Read More...
Planet Fitness And Pacer’s National Bullying Prevention Center Team Up On ‘Students With Solutions’ Nationwide Contest, Empowering Today’s Youth To Promote Kindness And Prevent Bullying
Posted: October 15, 2019 in Chains
HAMPTON, N.H. - As part of its continued commitment to prevent bullying and promote kindness among today's youth, and in honor of National Bullying Prevention Month, Planet Fitness, Inc. is teaming up with PACER's National Bullying Prevention Center, the nation's leading nonprofit bullying prevention organization, to launch Students with Solutions. The contest invites classrooms across the country to share ideas that can help prevent bullying and is now open for entries through December 31. Read More...
Gold’s Gym Franchisee Association Names 2019 Bravo Award Winner
Posted: October 9, 2019 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - The GGFA presents the Bravo Award annually at the GGFA Owners’ Conference to a Franchisee who has consistently provided their peers with excellence in leadership. The recipient clearly serves the Gold’s Gym Brand with integrity and dedication. They serve the interests of the GGFA goals as well as the good of the general membership. The Executive Board of Directors nominates a candidate and a vote takes place to select the recipient. Mary Zampetti has served on the prestigious GGFA Advisory Board since 2009 and the Gold’s Gym Advertising Advisory Council for two years. She is the first female recipient. Read More...
Alex Rodriguez To Open UFC GYM in Midtown Miami
Posted: October 9, 2019 in Chains
MIAMI, FL - UFC GYM has announced the Spring, 2020 opening of a 24,000 square-foot, multi-million-dollar fitness facility with state-of-the-art equipment and amenities, a fitness training Recovery center and a wide range of dynamic group classes in Midtown Miami. This UFC GYM franchise is owned by former Major League Baseball superstar Alex Rodriguez. Read More...
Theragun Named Its Exclusive Percussive Therapy Recovery Partner By Life Time Fitness
Posted: October 8, 2019 in Chains, Suppliers
LOS ANGELES, CA - Theragun, a leader in hand-held percussive therapy devices, has announced that Life Time Fitness selected the brand as its exclusive handheld percussive therapy massage device for its entire portfolio. Upon evaluation of the highly competitive market, Life Time selected Theragun due to the superior quality of its products and the company's 360 degree commercial solutions, including its staff training and certification programs and rich educational content for Life Time members. Read More...
Life Time Joins Forces with Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals
Posted: October 7, 2019 in Chains
CHANHASSEN, MN - Life Time, a luxury athletic resort designed with health, wellness and community at its core, is working with Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals to help sick and injured kids have a fighting chance at a healthier tomorrow. The partnership will come to life on October 12 when 32 Life Time destinations will host the inaugural Crushin’ It for the Kids charity workout benefitting eight local Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, along with the Life Time Foundation, which partners with school districts across the country to eliminate harmful and artificial ingredients from their food programs. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Announces Its Newest Locations In Gainesville and Orlando, Florida
Posted: October 3, 2019 in Chains
GAINESVILLE, FL - Crunch Fitness has announced the January 2020 opening of a $6 million, 42,000 square-foot fitness facility with state-of-the-art equipment and amenities in Gainesville, Florida. Crunch Franchise also announced the February 2020 opening of a $3 million, 31,000-square foot fitness facility, with state-of-the-art equipment and amenities in Orlando, Florida. Crunch is known for its innovative group fitness programming and will offer a wide range of classes every week including BodyWeb with TRX, Zumba, Cardio Tai Box, Yoga Body Sculpt and Fat Burning Pilates. Members looking for additional guidance or motivation can utilize the HIITZone, a proprietary high-intensity interval group training program. Read More...
