Health and Fitness Club Industry News: Chains
Friday, April 19th, 2024
Self Esteem Brands Announces Expansion of Anytime Fitness Brand into United Arab Emirates
Posted: March 22, 2024 in Chains
WOODBURY, MN and DUBAI, UAE - Self Esteem Brands (SEB), the parent company of a global portfolio of fitness, health and wellness franchise brands, announces its latest master franchisee in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), an investment group led by Dr. Mark Mobius, an investor synonymous with emerging and frontier markets and one of the most successful and influential money managers over the past 30 years. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Announces its Newest Location in Medford, Oregon
Posted: March 20, 2024 in Chains
MEDFORD, OR - Crunch Franchise announces the upcoming opening of Crunch Medford, a 43,000-square foot gym with state-of-the-art facility and $5M in new equipment, projected to open its doors in summer 2024. Brian Hibbard serves as the Chief Executive Officer for Fitness Ventures LLC, which owns and operates Crunch Fitness locations across the U.S, including the recent opening in Eugene, Oregon. Read More...
Equinox Group Secures Strategic Investments to Refinance Existing Loans and Support Growth as the Global Leader in High Performance Living
Posted: March 20, 2024 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Equinox, an authority in high performance luxury living, announces it has secured approximately $1.8 billion in new capital to refinance maturing loans as well as to fund general corporate purposes and growth, including new clubs. Read More...
Wello Works Redefines Work-Life Balance with Dual-Concept Space, Launching Soon in Australia and the United States
Posted: March 19, 2024 in Chains
AUSTRALIA - Tony de Leede, renowned wellness entrepreneur, is set to make waves in the world of coworking with the grand opening of Wello Works in Rosebery, Sydney, Australia on March 11 and Sandy Springs, Atlanta USA on April 15. This groundbreaking space introduces a dual-concept approach, seamlessly integrating coworking and wellness under one roof. Wello Works comprises two distinct spaces, Wello Coworking and the Wello Collective, each designed to cater to the diverse needs of today's consumer. Read More...
10 Fitness Amplifies Member Results Through Expanded MyZone Partnership
Posted: March 19, 2024 in Chains, Suppliers
LITTLE ROCK, AR - 10 Fitness announces the growth of its successful partnership with MyZone, enhancing the fitness experience and delivering remarkable results for its members. The collaboration between 10 Fitness and MyZone brings a suite of benefits that propels members towards their fitness goals. 10 Fitness is committed to providing cutting-edge resources like MyZone to help members enjoy their fitness journey while achieving tangible results. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Announces Newest Location in Poinciana, Florida
Posted: March 18, 2024 in Chains
POINCIANA, FL - Crunch Franchise announces the opening of Crunch Poinciana, a 35,000-square-foot state-of-the-art fitness facility for the Poinciana community. Crunch Poinciana is owned by CR Fitness Holdings LLC. CR Fitness is operated by Vince Julien, Geoff Dyer, Tony Scrimale, and Jeff Dotson, who have more than 150 years of combined experience in the fitness industry. The CR Fitness team operates 62 Crunch locations in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and Texas and has 16 more locations set to open in 2024. CR Fitness will also open its first Tennessee location in Knoxville this year and is working towards a goal of operating 100 clubs by 2026. Read More...
Anaheim Ducks Announce 24 Hour Fitness as Official Sponsor of Learn Her Way Girls Hockey Program
Posted: March 18, 2024 in Chains
ANAHEIM, CA - The Anaheim Ducks and 24 Hour Fitness, a 40-year leader in health and fitness, announce a partnership agreement with the goal of increasing girls participation in hockey and encouraging physical activity for a new generation through the Learn Her Way girls hockey program. 24 Hour fitness will amplify the growth of girls hockey by supporting the Anaheim Ducks Learn Her Way program, which provides ice time, hockey equipment and coaching to ensure all girls in attendance receive guidance. Additionally, 24 Hour Fitness will serve as the presenting partner of The Players Lounge podcast on Ducks Stream, the official 24/7 streaming network of the Anaheim Ducks. Read More...
World Gym: A Global Fitness Odyssey Returns Home
Posted: March 15, 2024 in Chains
LOS ANGELES, CA - In the ever-evolving world of fitness, few names resonate as powerfully as World Gym. With a legacy that spans decades, World Gym has become synonymous with strength and a commitment to excellence. But, the World Gym concept, much like the individuals who walk through its doors, has embarked on its own journey of transformation. Refined and improved overseas, this iconic brand has now made its return to the U.S., bringing with it a global perspective on fitness that is both invigorating and inspiring. Read More...
Gold’s Gym SoCal Welcomes New Vice President of Technology, Bryan Taylor, to the Team
Posted: March 13, 2024 in Chains
LOS ANGELES, CA - Gold’s Gym SoCal, the original home of transformative fitness workouts, announces the appointment of Bryan Taylor as the new Vice President of Technology. This strategic addition comes as the organization celebrates its 35th anniversary and prepares for a significant phase of growth and technological advancement. This year marks the start of a $15 million investment in transformative remodels across an additional 10 clubs in the market, underscoring Gold's Gym SoCal's commitment to staying at the forefront of the fitness industry and inspiring members to reach their fitness goals. Read More...
Planet Fitness and Megan Thee Stallion Release a Second Co-Branded Merch Collection “Thee Hottie Drop” in Honor of Women’s History Month
Posted: March 13, 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 its second drop of limited-edition, co-branded merch with Megan Thee Stallion, also known as 'Mother Fitness.' In support of women's empowerment, 'Thee Hottie Drop' will be available for purchase through March 31, or until supplies last. Planet Fitness will donate 100% of its sale profits* to both Pete & Thomas Foundation and SeekHer Foundation to empower women and advance their mental and physical wellness. Read More...
CDM Fitness Holdings Grows Pacific Northwest Footprint with Purchase of Seven Tacoma-Area Planet Fitness Clubs
Posted: March 12, 2024 in Chains
KENT, WA - CDM Fitness Holdings (CDM), an SBJ Capital portfolio company [based in Foxborough, MA, with an office in Kent, WA] and one of the largest developers and operators of fitness clubs under the Planet Fitness brand, announces the purchase of seven Tacoma, Washington-area Planet Fitness clubs from Jeg Viper LLC of Philadelphia. The properties total nearly 162,000 square feet. This transaction (which did not involve brokers) grants CDM the rights to build and operate additional clubs in the Tacoma area. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Announces Newest Location in Monrovia, California
Posted: March 11, 2024 in Chains
MONROVIA, CA - Crunch Franchise announces the grand opening of Crunch Monrovia, a 30,000-square-foot state-of-the-art fitness facility in the heart of Monrovia, California. Crunch Monrovia will take the place of a former Bed, Bath and Beyond, creating a new fitness offering for Monrovia's 37,500 residents. Crunch Monrovia is owned by Harman Fitness, one of the biggest Crunch franchisees with currently 37 clubs in 5 states across the country. The Harman Fitness team has plans to open several more locations later this year in Long Beach, CA and Houston, TX. Read More...
24 Hour Fitness Partners With Angel City Football Club as Founding Level Partner to Champion Community Wellness and Youth Soccer Development
Posted: March 7, 2024 in Chains
CARLSBAD, CA - 24 Hour Fitness, a leading health club industry pioneer with over 275 locations across the United States, headquartered in Southern California announces a partnership with Angel City Football Club (ACFC). This collaboration aims to foster community wellness, promote women's fitness, and support youth soccer development, marking a significant step forward in both organizations' commitment to health and inclusivity. 24 Hour Fitness joins as a multi-year Founding Level Partner. Read More...
Gold’s Gym Inducts Pete Grymkowski, Ed Connors and Tim Kimber Into Hall of Fame
Posted: March 6, 2024 in Chains
VENICE BEACH, CA - Gold's Gym, the iconic fitness brand known for its legacy in strength and performance training, inducts Pete Grymkowski, Ed Connors and Tim Kimber into the Gold's Gym Hall of Fame. These three individuals have been instrumental in shaping the history and growth of Gold's Gym during the 1980s and 1990s, leading the brand to unprecedented success and establishing its global presence. Read More...
Club Pilates Hits Historic Milestone with Opening of 1,000th Studio in Portland, Oregon
Posted: March 6, 2024 in Chains
IRVINE, CA - Club Pilates, the largest premium boutique Pilates brand, announces the historic milestone of its 1,000th location opening in Portland, Oregon. This studio joins an expansive global network of Club Pilates studios, each offering effective and low impact Reformer-based fitness routines to people of all backgrounds. Read More...
9Round Kickboxing Expands Reach with Acquisition of iLoveKickboxing
Posted: March 6, 2024 in Chains
GREENVILLE, S.C. - 9Round Kickboxing Fitness, the world's largest kickboxing franchise, announces its recent acquisition of iLoveKickboxing (ILKB), a prominent kickboxing fitness franchise. This strategic move positions 9Round as the sole proprietor of all 56 ILKB franchise locations across the United States and Canada. Read More...
Crunch Fitness Norwood Celebrates 10 Years of Serving The Bronx
Posted: March 4, 2024 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Crunch Norwood, a community and a gym for all in the Bronx, is hosting its 10th anniversary party Monday, March 18. Festivities include plenty of free, fun workouts for those who wish to do so, as well as food, drink, live DJ, raffles and face painting. Crunch is the home of the CrunchONE Kickoff, which offers guests and members a roadmap to success on their fitness journeys. Kickoffs include an in-depth review of fitness goals with a certified coach and a printed report of everything discussed, so participants leave with their own unique fitness roadmap. Read More...
Orangetheory Fitness and Self Esteem Brands Announce Intent to Merge as Equals, Creating a New Company Representing One of the Largest Footprints of Fitness, Health and Wellness Services
Posted: February 29, 2024 in Chains
BOCA RATON, FL and WOODBURY, MN - Orangetheory Fitness, a leader in heart rate-based interval training, and Self Esteem Brands, a leading portfolio of purpose-driven health and personal care franchise brands, have announced an intent to merge as equals in an all-stock transaction, forming a new company with one of the largest footprints of fitness, health and wellness services in the world. Read More...
Fitness Connection Unveils Its First Gym in Georgia and 46th Nationwide Location
Posted: February 29, 2024 in Chains
STONE MOUNTAIN, GA - Fitness Connection announces the grand opening of its highly anticipated inaugural gym in Georgia, marking the 46th addition to our nationwide network. Welcoming fitness enthusiasts since February 14, 2024, the state-of-the-art facility is now open for business. Read More...
Blink Fitness Hosts New Girls Weight Training Event, Brings Back Popular Women in the Weight Room Series for Women’s History Month
Posted: February 29, 2024 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Blink Fitness, the affordable fitness brand known for its commitment to an all-inclusive and inviting environment, is expanding its Women in the Weight Room series this Women’s History Month to include a new event for girls ages 14 to 17. Last year’s inaugural Women in the Weight Room series was so popular that Blink will now provide girls with the opportunity to safely learn how to strength train with instruction geared toward their age and ability. Read More...
