Health and Fitness Club Industry News: Chains
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Town Sports International Holdings, Inc. Reports Second Quarter 2016 Results
Posted: July 28, 2016 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Town Sports International Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:CLUB) reported financial results for its second quarter ended June 30, 2016. Read More...
David Carney Named President of Orangetheory Fitness
Posted: July 21, 2016 in Chains
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL - Orangetheory Fitness Chief Executive Officer, Dave Long, announced that David Carney has been named President of the scientifically-backed and fast-growing fitness franchise. Carney, a 30-year industry veteran with outstanding operations experience, joined the company in 2014 as Chief Operating Officer. Read More...
Gold’s Gym Names Jolynda Ward As Senior Vice President of Human Resources
Posted: July 20, 2016 in Chains
DALLAS, TX - Gold's Gym, a world authority on health and fitness, has named Jolynda Ward as Senior Vice President of Human Resources. With more than 20 years of experience in education and training, Ward is an expert in the areas of company culture, organizational growth strategies and safety programs. At Gold's Gym, Ward will oversee the day-to-day operations of the company's training programs, career growth initiatives, company culture and organizational development. Read More...
World Gym Continues Global Growth With 11 New Gyms in Second Quarter of 2016
Posted: July 19, 2016 in Chains
LOS ANGELES, CA - World Gym International, the iconic global brand for bodybuilding and seriously fun fitness, added 11 more gyms to the World Gym family in the second quarter. “The World Gym brand continues its exciting global expansion. Taiwan, Australia, Mexico and South America have all been strong growth areas for us this quarter and we are expecting to announce even more development in Europe, Mexico and the United States in the coming months, said Joyce J. Cammilleri, Chair of World Gym International. “Our current franchisees are reporting more success than ever, thanks in part to our new marketing support programs and flexible business models that help our franchisees increase their bottom line." Read More...
The Bay Club Company Brings Sought-After Golf Amenities To Silicon Valley and San Diego With Acquisition of Two Country Clubs
Posted: July 19, 2016 in Chains
SAN FRANCISCO, CA - The Bay Club Company, a California-based active lifestyle corporation, announced the acquisition of two new properties: Fairbanks Ranch Country Club in Rancho Santa Fe, CA; and The Golf Club at Boulder Ridge in San Jose, CA, continuing the growth of The Bay Club Company’s top-tier amenities. Both of the newly acquired properties complement the current offerings in the Bay Club portfolio and complete the four-quadrant playbook—focused on fitness, sports, hospitality, and family—to create a modernized lifestyle membership. Read More...
Planet Fitness Scheduled to Open Second Club in Columbus, Georgia
Posted: July 18, 2016 in Chains
COLUMBUS, GA - Planet Fitness, the innovative health club franchise known for its Judgement Free Zone and affordable prices, announced plans to open its second location in Columbus, GA. The club is scheduled to open by mid-August. The new 20,000 square-foot Planet Fitness will offer an extensive selection of the latest cardio equipment including treadmills, ellipticals, arc trainers, stair climbers and stationary bikes, each connected to its own HDTV; state of the art strength equipment for both upper and lower body, a 30-Minute Express Circuit and luxurious locker rooms with day lockers and showers. The club will also feature a PF Black Card Spa, with multi-level tanning, HydroMassage beds and lounges as well as reclining massage chairs. Unlimited fitness training is also included in all memberships at no additional charge. Read More...
Life Time Continues Expansion In Greater Boston Area With Opening of MetroWest Destination
Posted: July 14, 2016 in Chains
BOSTON, MA - Advancing its commitment to improve the health of communities, Life Time – The Healthy Way of Life Company announced the opening of its newest destination, Life Time Athletic Boston MetroWest. A ribbon cutting and preview celebration was held on July 14 at 6:00PM. The club opened for workouts for Founder's Members on Friday, July 15 at 4:00AM and to all members on Tuesday, July 19. Read More...
Equinox Expands Presence In Brooklyn With Dumbo Location
Posted: July 14, 2016 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Equinox, a high performance lifestyle leader, announced the opening of Equinox Dumbo, its second club in Brooklyn and 82nd club globally. Dumbo has flourished over the past decade as a community for families, technology startups and artists, making Equinox Dumbo a much needed high-performance haven within this diverse community. Located in the former cardboard box factory of Robert Gair Company, the 23,000 square-foot club mixes aesthetics from Dumbo’s historic warehouses and artist enclaves to produce a distinctive space Equinox’s signature program and unparalleled services. Read More...
ClubCorp Reports Strong Second Quarter Results, Announces Promotion of Mark Burnett to President and Announces Deal to Manage a New Business Club Atop of One World Trade Center in New York City
Posted: July 14, 2016 in Chains
DALLAS, TX - ClubCorp -- The World Leader in Private Clubs (NYSE: MYCC) -- announced financial results for its fiscal-year 2016 second quarter ended June 14, 2016. The second quarter of fiscal 2016 and fiscal 2015 consisted of 12 weeks. Year-to-date results of fiscal 2016 and fiscal 2015 consisted of 24 weeks. All growth percentages refer to year-over-year progress. Second quarter revenue was $269.0 million, up 2.0% due to solid increases in dues and F&B revenue; Second quarter net income was $5.8 million, up $6.0 million; Second quarter adjusted EBITDA was $63.3 million, up 5.3%; ClubCorp Promotes Mark Burnett to President and COO; ClubCorp signs management deal to operate a new Business Club in NYC; Read More...
Planet Fitness Ranked One of The Best Franchises In America By Forbes
Posted: July 1, 2016 in Chains
NEWINGTON, N.H. - Planet Fitness, Inc. (NYSE: PLNT), one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the U.S., ranked #4 on Forbes' annual list of America's Best and Worst Franchises in the category of best franchises with an initial investment of $500,000 and over. "We are thrilled to be acknowledged as one of the best franchises in America," said Planet Fitness' Chief Executive Officer, Chris Rondeau. "The ranking further demonstrates that our easy-to-operate model, strong store-level economics and brand strength make for a highly attractive franchise system built for growth; one that has enabled us to attract a team of passionate, successful franchisees from a variety of industries." Read More...
