Health and Fitness Club Industry News: HFA
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Health Club Leaders from 35 Countries Gather at IHRSA’s European Congress in Dublin
Posted: October 18, 2019 in HFA
DUBLIN, IRELAND and BOSTON, MA - Over 500 fitness industry professionals came together in Dublin, Ireland for the 19th Annual IHRSA European Congress, which took place October 14 - 17. Participants traveled from 35 countries across continents to network and learn about what leaders need to know now as the health club business continues to undergo rapid change. Read More...
Keynote Speakers & Agenda Announced for IHRSA 2020
Posted: October 4, 2019 in HFA
BOSTON, MA - The International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association has announced that four keynote speakers will be headlining the 39th Annual IHRSA International Convention & Trade Show in San Diego, California. IHRSA 2020 promises to be the most exciting event of the year for industry leaders, filled with phenomenal keynote and education sessions, numerous opportunities to network and brand new and exclusive educational offerings. The convention and trade show will take place March 18 - 21 in San Diego, CA. Read More...
Health Club, Gym, & Studio Usage Reach All-Time High
Posted: September 30, 2019 in HFA
BOSTON, MA - The International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) has released the 2019 Health Club Consumer Report. This annual publication, based on a nationwide sample of more than 20,000 interviews, provides demographics and health, sports and fitness participation data on America’s health club consumers. "U.S. health club usage reached an all-time high in 2018 as more than 71 million people utilized health and fitness services at a fitness center, gym, or studio,” said Jay Ablondi, IHRSA’s Executive Vice President of Global Products. Read More...
2019 IHRSA Women’s Leadership Summit Lineup Announced
Posted: August 30, 2019 in HFA
BOSTON, MA - IHRSA, the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association, has announced the lineup for the IHRSA Women’s Leadership Summit, hosted by Athletic Business, on November 14, 2019, in Orlando, FL. Debbie Peterson, business coach, author, and speaker, will kick off the event with a keynote titled “Mindset Strategies for Career Growth.” And, Michele Melkerson-Granryd, IHRSA Board Member and General Manager of Castle Hill Fitness 360 in Austin, TX, will moderate “People, Perspective, & Purpose,” a panel discussion with three influential industry leaders: Lynne Brick, Carol Nalevanko and Greta Wagner. Read More...
IHRSA Announces World Wellness Weekend Collaboration
Posted: August 2, 2019 in HFA
BOSTON, MA - IHRSA, the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association, and World Wellness Weekend are excited to announce their collaboration in promoting the third annual World Wellness Weekend, running September 21-22, 2019. On World Wellness Weekend, spas, fitness centers, salons, yoga studios and sports organizations will open their doors to the community, offering fun, free wellness activities. This weekend provides an opportunity for fitness, beauty, tourism and sport professionals to showcase their diverse offerings, and for community members to experience new wellness services in places they may never have tried before. Read More...
Recipients of Two 2019 IHRSA Institute Scholarships Announced
Posted: June 25, 2019 in HFA
BOSTON, MA - The IHRSA Institute has been a foundation for developing business leaders in the health club industry for more than 30 years. IHRSA is pleased to announce the recipients of two scholarships to attend the 2019 event this summer: Maureen Eggers, Health & Fitness Manager for Washington Athletic Club in Seattle, WA, is the recipient of The John McCarthy Scholarship. Jason Stokes, General Manager and Managing Partner of Sportsplex-New Windsor in New Windsor, NY, is the recipient of The Curt & Jane Beusman Scholarship. Read More...
IHRSA Report: Worldwide Health Club Membership Now 183M Strong
Posted: May 31, 2019 in HFA
BOSTON, MA - The International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) released The 2019 IHRSA Global Report. According to the publication, global health club industry revenue totaled $94 billion (USD) in 2018, as more than 210,000 clubs served 183 million members. A perennial IHRSA bestseller, The IHRSA Global Report provides a comprehensive overview of the health club industry. Read More...
How IHRSA Can Help Your Club Stop a Proposed Sales Tax
Posted: May 17, 2019 in HFA
BOSTON, MA - What do lawmakers do when they want to discourage smoking or drinking too much sugar? They tax those products. So, why would these lawmakers do the same to healthy lifestyles when the country, actually most of the developed world, is dealing with: chronic illness, lack of access to places to exercise and rampant obesity. Read More...
Limited Sponsorship Slots Available for the IHRSA Institute
Posted: April 25, 2019 in HFA
BOSTON, MA - The IHRSA Institute attracts the best and brightest in the fitness industry and connects attendees on a level different than any other event. A unique college setting coupled with exceptional Industry Experts and Professors from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, truly fosters the perfect environment for learning, networking and sharing of knowledge. This executive business level event (approximately 75-90 people) is where special bonds are formed and relationships develop for years to come. As a sponsor of the IHRSA Institute, your company will have the opportunity to connect with some of the best minds in the industry and support one of IHRSA's premier educational offerings. Read More...
IHRSA Thanks Lawmakers for Prioritizing Kids’ Health
Posted: April 24, 2019 in HFA
BOSTON, MA - To encourage healthy lifestyles for kids and raise awareness about childhood obesity and physical inactivity, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives and Senate have designated the week of April 22 – 26 "Every Kid Healthy Week." In Pennsylvania, over 30% of adolescents aged 10-17 are overweight or obese. These resolutions, House Resolution 842, and Senate Resolution 72, create an opportunity to engage youth, and their families, in regular physical activity, and educate them on the risk factors associated with a sedentary lifestyle. Read More...
