Health and Fitness Club Industry News: Chains
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Pvolve Secures Five New Leases, Exceeding 50+ Studios in Development
Posted: May 28, 2025 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Pvolve, the clinically backed fitness franchise that strengthens, stabilizes and mobilizes the body, is accelerating its nationwide growth with the signing of five new studio leases across four key U.S. markets. With over 50 locations in development, the brand continues to gain momentum in the booming wellness and boutique fitness sector. Read More...
Primetime Fitness Accelerates Growth with Four New Crunch Gym Additions, Expanding Portfolio to 23 Locations
Posted: May 27, 2025 in Chains
NEW FAIRFIELD, CT - Primetime Fitness, a Crunch Fitness franchisee, is significantly expanding its presence across Ohio and Michigan with the acquisition and new unit development of four new gyms, creating new fitness offerings for Midwest residents. The acquisition and development increased Crunch Fitness' presence in Ohio and Michigan by 101,806 square feet, bringing the total number of facilities operated by Primetime Fitness to 23 locations nationwide. The new locations will undergo significant renovations and upgrades to enhance member experiences by August 2025. Read More...
Life Time Opens First Location in Boulder, Colorado
Posted: May 27, 2025 in Chains
BOULDER, CO - Life Time (NYSE: LTH), the nation's premier healthy lifestyle brand, announces the opening of its highly anticipated Life Time Boulder athletic country club. Located in Central Boulder, the new 52,000-square-foot (36,000 indoors) destination marks the company's eighth location in Colorado. Read More...
24 Hour Fitness Awards $8,000 for Excellence in Coaching with San Diego Wave
Posted: May 21, 2025 in Chains
SAN DIEGO, CA - 24 Hour Fitness, a leader in the health and fitness industry, announces the recognition of two exceptional San Diego coaches and youth mentors, all during a soccer match between the San Diego Wave and the Portland Thorns. During the event, 24 Hour Fitness CEO and President, Karl Sanft, presented a $1,000 check for the Excellence in Coaching Award, bringing the total donated to $8,000 for local coaches, demonstrating their commitment to supporting the next generation of soccer players. Read More...
Life Time’s LTH Supplement Line Launches Third Collagen Product with Introduction of Refuel Protein Bar
Posted: May 15, 2025 in Chains
CHANHASSEN, MN - Life Time (NYSE: LTH), the nation's premier healthy lifestyle brand, is going all-in on collagen. The LTH supplement lineup has unveiled its new Refuel Protein Bar as the newest addition to its offerings of collagen-rich products as more consumers explore its ability to support joint health, skin elasticity, stronger hair and more. Read More...
North Castle Partners’ Prestigious “CEO Of The Year” Award To Tony Scrimale, Top Crunch Fitness Franchisee
Posted: May 14, 2025 in Chains
TAMPA, FL - North Castle Partners, a leading private equity firm and investment partner of CR Fitness Holdings LLC, the top franchisee for Crunch Fitness, has recognized CEO Tony Scrimale as the recipient of their 2025 "CEO of the Year" award. A tradition now in its 25th year, this marks the second time in the past four years CR Fitness Holdings has been awarded, a rare occurrence in the ceremony's history. Read More...
TSG Consumer to Acquire EōS Fitness
Posted: May 14, 2025 in Chains
SAN FRANCISCO, CA and DALLAS, TX - TSG Consumer Partners (“TSG”), a leading specialist private equity firm focused exclusively on the consumer sector, announces it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire EōS Fitness (“EōS”), a leading US operator of High Value. Low Price. (HVLP) gyms. EōS Chief Executive Officer Rich Drengberg will continue to head the company with his tenured leadership team and will retain a vested interest in the go-forward company. Read More...
24 Hour Fitness Closes on $305 Million Senior Secured Facility
Posted: May 14, 2025 in Chains
CARLSBAD, CA - 24 Hour Fitness, a 40-year leader in health and fitness, announces the successful closing of a $305 million senior secured facility provided by affiliates of The TCW Group. This transaction marks a significant milestone in the company's ongoing transformation, as it proactively addresses upcoming debt maturities, enhances liquidity and strengthens 24 Hour Fitness's position as one of the largest fitness club operators in the United States. Read More...
Workout Anytime Welcomes Larry Brayman as Chief Marketing Officer, Strengthening Leadership Team Amid Growth Surge
Posted: May 9, 2025 in Chains
ATLANTA, GA - Workout Anytime, the leading premium 24/7 fitness franchise with over 200 locations nationwide, announces the appointment of Larry Brayman as Chief Marketing Officer. This key leadership addition follows the recent naming of Jerry Pugh as CEO, reinforcing a bold new era of growth, innovation and brand elevation for the fitness franchise. Read More...
New Look, Same Heart: Gold’s Gym SoCal Revamps Original North Hollywood Club
Posted: May 8, 2025 in Chains
LOS ANGELES, CA - Gold’s Gym SoCal, the original home of serious training, is leveling up its North Hollywood location with bold, state-of-the-art upgrades. As the very first club in the SoCal franchise, which opened its doors 36 years ago, this iconic gym is getting a powerful refresh while staying true to the legacy that made it legendary. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Brings State-of-the-Art Fitness Facility to Brunswick, Ohio
Posted: May 7, 2025 in Chains
BRUNSWICK, OH - Crunch Fitness announces the opening of Crunch Brunswick in Brunswick, Ohio. The 24,000-square-foot state-of-the-art fitness facility will open its doors in Fall 2025. Operated by Crunch Fitness franchisee Fit Fusion, LLC, Crunch Brunswick will create a new fitness offering for residents of Brunswick. Read More...
