Health and Fitness Club Industry News: Chains
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Planet Fitness to open “Judgement Free” Club in Mesa
Posted: August 19, 2019 in Chains
MESA, AZ - Planet Fitness, one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the United States and home of the Judgement Free Zone, announced it will open its third location in Mesa, AZ in the fall of 2019. The 18,000 square foot Mesa Planet Fitness will offer state of the art cardio machines and strength equipment, 30-Minute Express Circuit, fully equipped locker rooms with day lockers and showers, numerous flat screen televisions, HydroMassage loungers, massage chairs, tanning beds, a Total Body Enhancement booth and more. Read More...
Gold’s Gym Finalizes Master Agreement for Australia and New Zealand
Posted: August 15, 2019 in Chains
DALLAS, TX - Gold's Gym, a trusted fitness authority, recently entered into a new master franchise agreement for brand development in Australia and New Zealand with Australian investment group Colour Capital. According to the deal, Colour Capital's development commitment entails a minimum of 30 new locations in Australia and a minimum of 10 new locations in New Zealand. Read More...
YogaSix Reaches 250 Signed Franchise Agreements in Less than Nine Months
Posted: August 13, 2019 in Chains
IRVINE, CA - In less than nine months after announcing its franchise opportunity in January 2019, YogaSix, a modern boutique yoga concept, has signed over 250 franchise agreements, continuing to outpace its original objective of opening 300 locations in the next few years. With 35 studios already open, the franchise expects to keep entrepreneurs' interest "flowing" and its national footprint growing. Read More...
Town Sports International Clubs Open Gyms to All, Donates to The Trevor Project
Posted: August 12, 2019 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - New York Sports Clubs, Boston Sports Clubs, Philadelphia Sports Clubs and Washington Sports Clubs opened their doors, free to all, Friday, August 9 through Sunday, August 11. For those who made the switch from other gyms, the sports clubs waived all initiation fees to help offset the cost of members’ cancellation fees. New York Sports Clubs will also donate a minimum of $10,000 to The Trevor Project, a non-profit organization dedicated to suicide prevention for the LGBTQ+ youth community. Read More...
Club Fit Donates New Windscreens to Yorktown Pickleball Courts
Posted: August 8, 2019 in Chains
NEW YORK - Club Fit is excited to have donated protective windscreens to put the finishing touch on the new pickleball courts at Granite Knolls Sports & Recreation Complex. The Town of Yorktown recently unveiled brand new outdoor pickleball courts at the Granite Knolls Sports & Recreation Complex. Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in the U.S., according to the USAPA (USA Pickleball Association). This fun, social game blends elements of tennis, racquetball, and ping-pong. Read More...
Columbia Athletic Club 2019 Grand Reopening Celebration
Posted: August 8, 2019 in Chains
COLUMBIA, MD - Columbia Athletic Club has reopened after being closed for renovations for seven months. The new, modernized club features a more welcoming front entrance with a living wall of plants to greet members before their favorite workout. But, it’s more than just that. They’ve launched two new programs, TRIBE Team Training and CACycle, to help members make this year their best year. Other new features include... Read More...
YogaFit Announces the Introduction of YogaFit Foundations Online Course
Posted: August 5, 2019 in Chains
LAS VEGAS, NV - For over two decades, YogaFit has stood out as a leader and innovator in the yoga education industry. Over the years, they have helped educate and support countless individuals, having grown their community to over 250,000 individuals worldwide. YogaFit now announces something new to their already diverse and valuable line of yoga teacher training and education programs: The YogaFit Foundations Online Course. Read More...
Anytime Fitness Announces Franchise Development Plans for New York; Targets Rochester & Buffalo
Posted: August 5, 2019 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Anytime Fitness, one of the world's fastest-growing fitness franchises, has announced plans to introduce over 25 new gyms in targeted areas throughout New York with a specific focus in Rochester and Buffalo. The community-focused brand will ramp up growth through strategic franchise partnerships and aims to open the new locations within the next three years. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Announces Its Newest Locations in Topeka, Kansas and Champaign, Illinois
Posted: July 31, 2019 in Chains
TOPEKA, KS and CHAMPAIGN, IL - Crunch Franchise announces the December 2019 opening of a $3 million, 24-hour fitness facility in Topeka, Kansas. The 32,000 square-foot club will be located on Topeka Boulevard and be part of the Holiday Square Shopping Center, which is currently undergoing a $15 million redevelopment. Crunch Franchise also announces the December 2019 opening of a $6 million, 24-hour fitness facility in Champaign, Illinois. The 36,000 square-foot club will be located on Anthony Drive in the former Toys "R" Us space. Read More...
Retro Fitness Names Former Starbucks Exec CEO
Posted: July 31, 2019 in Chains
COLTS NECK, N.J. - Retro Fitness, a leader in the high-value, low-price fitness space announces the appointment of Andrew Alfano as CEO. With more than 25 years in retail and franchising, he has built leading teams to drive customer experience, product innovation and brand expansion. Alfano joins Retro Fitness at a pivotal time in its growth and development. Read More...
