Health and Fitness Club Industry News: Chains
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Midtown Athletic Club Temporarily Closes All Locations Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
Posted: March 17, 2020 in Chains
We must do our part to help flatten the curve of COVID-19. Taking a cue from national, state and local authorities, we have decided to close all clubs for at least 14 days, with constant re-evaluation of the situation of the ground. Our goal is to come out of this together, stronger than ever. Closing the club will not be easy, but rest assured that we will do everything in our power to open again with all the programming, coaching and facilities you have come to love, the moment it is safe to do so. We will update you on a reopening date as soon as we have one. Read More...
Orangetheory Fitness Temporarily Closes All Company-Owned Locations Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
Posted: March 17, 2020 in Chains
BOCA RATON, FL - Orangetheory Fitness has announced the closure of all corporate-owned studios to ensure the safety of all staff and members during the rapidly evolving COVID-19 pandemic. The brand is also encouraging franchisees to follow suit. Orangetheory's goal is to reopen March 31. Read More...
Town Sports International Temporarily Closes All Locations Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
Posted: March 17, 2020 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - In adherence with State and Federal guidelines concerning COVID-19, also known as Coronavirus, we are temporarily closing all clubs until further guidance from the state government. We will miss all of our valued members and whenever this passes we'll be back at our clubs waiting for you. Read More...
VASA Fitness Temporarily Closes All Locations Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
Posted: March 17, 2020 in Chains
DENVER, CO and OREM, UT - VASA Fitness announces closure of all 45 of its clubs to ensure the safety of all staff and members during the rapidly evolving COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic. Clubs will remain closed until further notice, and VASA will provide regular correspondence through e-mail, social media, website updates and text messaging to keep members informed when new information is available. Read More...
VIDA Fitness Temporarily Closes All Locations Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
Posted: March 17, 2020 in Chains
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Urban Adventures Companies will be closed until March 31st in order to help our employees, members and clients stay healthy and safe. We have been closely tracking the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in hopes that we could remain open to our members and clients during this uncertain time. All of us at Urban Adventures come to work every day deeply committed to the health and wellbeing of our stakeholders. This town is our home, and you are our family. It is for these reasons that we have made the very difficult decision to close all of our businesses through March 31st. Read More...
Bay Club Temporarily Closes All Locations Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
Posted: March 15, 2020 in Chains
SAN FRANCISCO, CA - As we continue to navigate through the unique challenges posed by influenza season, COVID-19, and other health situations, we would like to share an update on how the Bay Club is responding. The safety and health of our community, Members and Associates alike, continues to be our number one priority. At this time, none of our Associates have tested positive for COVID-19. However, with social distancing in mind, in an effort to protect our Members, Associates and their families, we have decided to temporarily suspend services at all Bay Club facilities beginning this evening, March 15, 2020 at 6:00 PM. Read More...
Chelsea Piers Temporarily Closes All Locations Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
Posted: March 12, 2020 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Based on the ongoing spread of COVID-19 in New York City and Connecticut, and on the advice of public officials who are strongly urging social distancing, we have made a decision to temporarily close the sports, fitness and recreation businesses at Chelsea Piers, Chelsea Piers Fitness and Chelsea Piers Connecticut effective tonight at 12:01AM, March 13, 2020. The current closure announcement is through March 31, 2020. Read More...
Blink Fitness Puts its Members’ Wellness First by Unlocking Premium Mobile App Access for All, Encouraging Them to Workout Wherever They Feel Comfortable
Posted: March 11, 2020 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Blink Fitness has unlocked all content on its mobile app, previously a premium membership benefit, to all new and existing members until April 30, 2020. For Blink Fitness, the health and safety of members is paramount, and with growing concerns around COVID-19 ruling the national conversation, the premium and affordable gym feels a larger responsibility than ever to support members through their wellness journey, both inside and outside of the gym. Read More...
Former Gold’s Gym Executive Turns Franchisee with Acquisition of 24 Company-Owned Locations
Posted: March 3, 2020 in Chains
DALLAS, TX - Gold's Gym, a trusted fitness authority, has announced that former Senior Vice President of Eastern U.S. Operations and longtime Washington D.C. resident, Matt Clifford, along with Gold's Gym corporate veterans, Brenda Jorgensen and Josh Fuglsby, has purchased the franchise rights to 24 company-owned gyms throughout the D.C. area. CFJ Holdings is the newest addition to the brand's portfolio of area franchisees, which now collectively covers more than 40 Gold's Gym locations across D.C., Maryland and Virginia. Read More...
EXOS Athletes Give It Their All at the 2020 NFL Combine
Posted: March 3, 2020 in Chains
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - EXOS athletes just wrapped the 2020 NFL combine events after eight weeks of training and preparation, which included corrective work and detailed nutrition plans in addition to their speed and strength training. Between the 95 EXOS athletes who participated in the combine, there were 214 top-15 performances across the six drills and 17 #1 performances for position groups. Read More...
Orangetheory Fitness Brings More Life to SXSW 2020
Posted: March 2, 2020 in Chains
BOCA RATON, FL - From March 13 to March 16, Orangetheory Fitness is bringing the magic of its workout to South by Southwest with the multisensory, dynamic activation "HypOThesis." Orangetheory Fitness will showcase its unique trifecta of science, coaching and technology through custom experiences created exclusively for the festival, including engaging, high-tech fitness activities, sought-after guest speakers and an intimate concert with electronic music sister duo Krewella. Read More...
ClubCorp and University of Arizona Athletics Department Partner to Open New Stadium Club
Posted: February 27, 2020 in Chains
DALLAS, TX - ClubCorp – The World Leader in Private Clubs – and The University of Arizona Athletics Department announce plans to open the Arizona Sands Club, a year-round private member club in Arizona Stadium. The Arizona Sands Club, slated to open its doors August 1, 2020, will serve as a gathering and dining spot for alumni, faculty and staff, and the Tucson professional, civic and social community, a valuable addition for the game day experience. Read More...
Steve Nash Fitness Clubs Celebrates a Decade of Success Stories
Posted: February 26, 2020 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Steve Nash Fitness World and Sports Clubs, created around the ethos of 2x time MVP NBA All-Star Steve Nash, is kicking off a new decade of "Success Stories." The popular campaign chooses members of Steve Nash Fitness Club who have changed their lives through fitness. Designed by a world-class athlete, Steve Nash Fitness World and Sports Club aims to create a positive community and embody a holistic, healthy lifestyle. Read More...
FFC Park Ridge General Manager Janet Long Honored With Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce President’s Award
Posted: February 26, 2020 in Chains
CHICAGO, IL - Chicagoland-based Fitness Formula Clubs (FFC) is proud to announce that FFC Park Ridge General Manager, Janet Long, received the President’s Award at the 2020 Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce Annual Night of Community Stars. This year’s event took place on February 15 at Cafe la Cave in Des Plaines, IL. Read More...
Club Fit Named One of Westfair Media’s 2020 Family-Owned Business Honorees
Posted: February 26, 2020 in Chains
BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y. and JEFFERSON VALLEY, N.Y. - Club Fit is proud to have been selected by Westfair Media as one of their 2020 Family-Owned Business Awards honorees! President, Bill Beck, and Vice President, Ellen Koelsch, were on-hand February 25th at the event ceremony in White Plains to accept. Bill and Ellen both have a passion for fitness; they enjoy active lifestyles and recognize the importance of physical activity to overall wellbeing. Read More...
St. Jude and Life Time to Host 5th Annual Nationwide Ride for a Reason on Saturday, March 7
Posted: February 26, 2020 in Chains
CHANHASSEN, MN - On Saturday, March 7, the fifth annual Ride for a Reason will take place at more than 120 Life Time athletic resort destinations across the country. The indoor cycling event, open to both members and non-members of Life Time, will benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and the Life Time Foundation with a goal of raising $2.4 million. Read More...
TruFit Athletic Clubs Celebrates 30th Location Milestone With Grand Opening of New Bryan Towne Center
Posted: February 24, 2020 in Chains
RYAN, TX - TruFit Athletic Clubs is pleased to announce that their much-anticipated location in Bryan, TX is now open for workouts. To celebrate the opening of its 30th location in Texas, TruFit Athletic Clubs will be hosting a Grand Opening Party on Thursday, February 27th. Read More...
VASA Fitness Continues Rapid Growth With 30% Increase In Clubs In 2020
Posted: February 19, 2020 in Chains
DENVER, CO and OREM, UT - VASA Fitness has announced the continuation of its rapid growth with a projected 30% increase in clubs expected in 2020 with the opening of 13 new locations. Part of this expansion involves adding clubs in Wisconsin and Illinois. VASA’s 2020 expansion plan is another step in helping the company bring its innovative and affordable fitness to everyone by rapidly increasing its presence over the next five years. Read More...
ClubLife Management Selected to Manage The Golf Club at South River
Posted: February 19, 2020 in Chains
DALLAS, TX - ClubLife Management, the full-service management division sponsored by ClubCorp, announces it has been selected by The Brick Companies, a privately held company based in Edgewater, Maryland, that owns, develops and manages commercial, residential and recreational properties, to manage The Golf Club at South River, a luxury lifestyle, family friendly club just minutes from downtown Annapolis. Read More...
Columbia Association’s Andy Guerin named Head Coach of the Year by TRIBE Team Training
Posted: February 19, 2020 in Chains
COLUMBIA, MD - Columbia Association (CA) personal trainer, Andy Guerin, has been named the 2019 Head Coach of the Year by TRIBE Team Training North America Inc. Tribe Team Training is a small-group training program led by certified coaches, who guide Tribe participants through expertly designed workouts. Guerin was recognized for mastering the Tribe Team Training Coaching Foundations, including leadership, inspirational coaching techniques and team spirit, and for his ability to continuously improve his team members’ development and athletic performance. Read More...
