Health and Fitness Club Industry News: Chains
Tuesday, October 7th, 2025
Equinox Announces Health Advisory Board
Posted: December 13, 2023 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Equinox, a category leader of high-performance luxury lifestyle, announces a new Health Advisory Board that will define new frontiers in the science of fitness and health optimization for the next generation. Read More...
Xponential Fitness, Inc. Agrees to Acquire Lindora and Further Solidifies Holistic Approach to Health and Wellness
Posted: December 13, 2023 in Chains
IRVINE, CA - Xponential Fitness, Inc. (NYSE: XPOF) (”Xponential” or “the Company”), one of the largest global franchisors of health and wellness brands, announces that it has agreed to acquire Lindora, a leading metabolic health brand. Under the terms of the transaction, the 31 existing Lindora clinics will become Xponential franchise locations. The transaction is expected to close in early 2024. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Announces Newest Location in Allen, Texas
Posted: December 6, 2023 in Chains
ALLEN, TX - Crunch Franchise announces the opening of Crunch Allen, a $5 million, 37,155-square-foot fitness facility, with state-of-the-art equipment. Crunch Allen is located in a newly renovated space in the Twin Creeks Village Shopping Center, previously occupied by UFC FIT. CR Fitness Holdings LLC. is operated by Vince Julien, Geoff Dyer, Tony Scrimale, and Jeff Dotson, who combined have more than 150 years of experience in the fitness industry. The CR Fitness team currently operates 58 locations in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina and Texas. Read More...
Planet Fitness Announces Return as Presenting Sponsor of New Year’s Eve Celebration in Times Square
Posted: December 6, 2023 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 it will be returning as the presenting sponsor of Times Square's New Year's Eve celebration for the ninth consecutive year, in partnership with Times Square Alliance and Countdown Entertainment. Read More...
Life Time Foundation Expands Healthy Planet Mission
Posted: December 6, 2023 in Chains
CHANHASSEN, MN - The Life Time Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit created by Life Time, Inc. (NYSE: LTH), was established to inspire Healthy People, a Healthy Planet and a Healthy Way of Life. With an eye toward the 'Healthy Planet' element of its mission, the Life Time Foundation is now expanding focus on forestation and conservation efforts to help combat climate change driven by fast-rising amounts of carbon dioxide (CO₂) in the atmosphere. Read More...
EōS Fitness Celebrates the Opening of its 30th Gym in Arizona
Posted: December 5, 2023 in Chains
PHOENIX, AZ - Phoenix residents won’t have to look far for the unrivaled energy they can only find at EōS Fitness, as the nationwide gym chain opens its seventh location in the city, its 30th in the state of Arizona. Spanning over 42,000 square feet, the newest EōS Fitness in the Valley of the Sun boasts high-end smart technology, top-of-the-line cardio equipment, state-of-the-art strength training machines and innovative recovery options offering something for every gymgoer. Read More...
Bay Club Acquires PRO Club in Pacific Northwest Expansion Continuing Growth Along the West Coast
Posted: December 4, 2023 in Chains
SAN FRANCISCO, CA - The Bay Club Company ("Bay Club") announces the acquisition of PRO Club Inc., owners/operators of the renowned health and wellness facilities in Seattle, marking a significant milestone in the company’s growth in the Pacific Northwest. Bay Club’s acquisition of the two PRO Club locations marks the company’s third major acquisition in just three months and further ignites their strategic expansion along the West Coast. Bay Club now boasts 26 locations including 10 Campuses from Seattle to San Diego. With a projected membership exceeding 135,000 and a workforce of over 4,000 employees, the company is poised for ongoing, sustainable growth, with more acquisitions coming in 2024. Read More...
Crunch Fitness Selects Life Fitness As Preferred Supplier
Posted: November 30, 2023 in Chains, Suppliers
ROSEMONT, IL - Crunch Fitness, a leading high-value, low-price gym known for its no judgments, inclusive experience, has selected Life Fitness as a preferred supplier for its U.S. locations. Life Fitness, a global leader in commercial fitness equipment, will provide both strength and cardio solutions to Crunch clubs across the country. Crunch opened its doors in 1989 and has been a Life Fitness customer for over 30 years. This agreement marks an important new milestone, with a mutual goal of long-term success for each company. Read More...
Largest Private Fitness Provider Nationally Moves into Evansville, Indiana
Posted: November 30, 2023 in Chains
EVANSVILLE, IN - Genesis Health Clubs announces the acquisition of Tri-State Athletic Club, effective immediately. The club, now known as Genesis Health Clubs – Tri-State Athletic Club, represents the 66th in the ever-growing Genesis portfolio, and the first in Indiana. Read More...
StretchLab Reaches New Heights with Opening of 400th Studio
Posted: November 29, 2023 in Chains
IRVINE, CA - StretchLab, a global leader in assisted stretching, announces the opening of its 400th location, StretchLab University Village in Colorado Springs. The franchise's 400th studio opens just 8 months after its 300th open studio milestone, with the brand having opened a location every three days in 2023. Having secured over 900 signed franchise agreements, StretchLab also has many more studios in development around the globe. Read More...
Life Time Launches MIORA, First-of-its-Kind Offering for Longevity, Performance and Health Optimization
Posted: November 29, 2023 in Chains
CHANHASSEN, MN - With the national obesity crisis at an all-time high, the need for proactive, personalized solutions to optimize health has never been greater. To address this and growing consumer demand, Life Time (NYSE:LTH), one of the nation's premier healthy lifestyle brands, announces the debut of MIORA Longevity and Performance. The company's first location is now open at Life Time Target Center in Minneapolis, with plans to expand to additional locations. A virtual MIORA offering is also available through the company's telehealth technology. Read More...
Empire Portfolio Group Debuts New Uptown Charlotte, North Carolina Orangetheory Fitness Studio
Posted: November 27, 2023 in Chains
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Empire Portfolio Group ("Empire"), a leading Area Developer and Franchisee of Orangetheory Fitness, the heart rate-based interval training fitness franchise, announces it will open a new studio in the Uptown area of Charlotte, North Carolina. This new venture magnifies Empire's established footprint in Charlotte, elevating their portfolio to a total of 16 local studios. Read More...
Planet Fitness Launches “Perksfest” With Exclusive Discounts From National Brand Partners to Kickstart Holiday Shopping Season
Posted: November 27, 2023 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 PerksFest is kicking off today through December 11, where all Planet Fitness members can take advantage of special deals from popular brands like Fitbit, Crocs, Hotels.com, Expedia, Blue Apron and more. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Announces Newest Location in Wesley Chapel, Florida
Posted: November 22, 2023 in Chains
WESLEY CHAPEL, FL - Crunch Franchise announces the upcoming opening of Crunch Wesley Chapel, a $5 million, 30,537-square-foot fitness facility, with state-of-the-art equipment. CR Fitness Holdings LLC. is operated by Vince Julien, Geoff Dyer, Tony Scrimale, and Jeff Dotson, who combined have more than 150 years of experience in the fitness industry. The CR Fitness team currently operates 58 locations in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina and Texas. Crunch Wesley Chapel will be the 21st location to open in the Tampa Bay region. CR Fitness currently has six more locations set to open in 2023, with a goal of reaching 100 clubs by 2026. Read More...
Fitness Connection Expands its Reach to Georgia with New Clubs in Stone Mountain and Morrow
Posted: November 22, 2023 in Chains
ATLANTA, GA - Fitness Connection, a leading fitness chain renowned for its high-value gym experience at an affordable price, announces its expansion into the Georgia market with the opening of its first two clubs in Stone Mountain and Morrow. The state-of-the-art facilities, set to open their doors in early 2024, promise to be "Your GYM Come True™" and are the first Fitness Connection locations slated to launch in Georgia. Read More...
EōS Fitness Acquires Fitness Club in Silverado
Posted: November 22, 2023 in Chains
PHOENIX, AZ - EōS Fitness, a national fitness brand rapidly expanding to empower and grow a community of exercise practitioners of all experience levels, acquired UFC Fit Silverado, an MMA-inspired fitness facility in Las Vegas, Nevada, continuing EōS’ ongoing investment and commitment to upgrading the Las Vegas Valley fitness scene. Read More...
World Gym Australia Elevates Member Experience with Pioneering AI Initiative: Coach Welly
Posted: November 17, 2023 in Chains
AUSTRALIA - With an innovative approach towards increasing member engagement, iconic gym brand World Gym Australia has joined forces with the Australian health tech innovator Coach Welly. The alliance promises to personalize member experiences using AI, aimed at strengthening customer loyalty and satisfaction. This is scheduled to commence in the first quarter of 2024. Read More...
Leading Crunch Franchisee ‘Undefeated Tribe’ Partners with VMG Partners
Posted: November 15, 2023 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Crunch franchisee, Undefeated Tribe, announces its partnership with leading private equity and venture capital firm, VMG Partners, which backs visionary consumer and technology companies. VMG Partners will support the robust growth and strategic vision of Undefeated Tribe and its CEO, Tony Hartl. Read More...
EoS Fitness Raises $110,000 for Challenged Athletes Foundation, Celebrates Inclusive, Active Lifestyles for All
Posted: November 15, 2023 in Chains
PHOENIX, AZ - Dedicated to fostering an inclusive fitness community where everyone regardless of ability or fitness level can focus on their overall well-being, EōS Fitness proudly presented a check for $110,000 to the Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF), a nonprofit on a mission to provide opportunities and support to people with physical disabilities so they can pursue active lifestyles and competitive sports. Read More...
Xponential Announces Bob Kaufman as President of International and Other Milestones
Posted: November 13, 2023 in Chains
IRVINE, CA - Xponential Fitness, Inc. (NYSE: XPOF) (“Xponential”), the largest global franchisor of boutique fitness brands, announces several milestones as part of the company’s international expansion initiatives. Bob Kaufman has been appointed as President of International to lead Xponential’s international expansion plans across all Xponential brands. Additionally, Xponential announced several multi-brand deals in new and existing international markets. Read More...
