Health and Fitness Club Industry News
Tuesday, July 14th, 2026
Former CEOs of Life Fitness, Chris Clawson, and Precor, Rob Barker, Join EGYM
Posted: January 19, 2024 in Suppliers
DENVER, CO - EGYM is fortifying its leadership team with two highly esteemed top managers in the fitness industry: the former CEOs of Life Fitness, Chris Clawson, and Precor, Rob Barker. Chris Clawson will assume the newly appointed position of General Manager Gymtech at EGYM in mid-February. Rob Barker will serve as a strategic advisor to EGYM CEO Philipp Roesch-Schlanderer. Read More...
Xponential Fitness Brands and Los Angeles Rams Launch “Inside the Studio” Cheerleader Series
Posted: January 18, 2024 in Chains
IRVINE, CA - Xponential Fitness, the largest global franchisor of health and wellness brands, and The Los Angeles Rams will unveil a social video series titled "Inside the Studio," aligning the Los Angeles Rams Cheerleaders with Xponential brand studios. As the proud fitness partner of the Los Angeles Rams, Xponential Fitness will bring its diverse portfolio of premium fitness concepts to the team's fanbase. Read More...
Daxko Launches the Zen Planner Branded Mobile App for Boutique Fitness Businesses
Posted: January 18, 2024 in Suppliers
BIRMINGHAM, AL - Daxko, a leading software and integrated payments solutions provider in the health, fitness and wellness industry, announces the launch of the Zen Planner branded mobile app. Now, boutique fitness businesses can create their own personalized mobile app, showcasing their unique brand to enhance member engagement. Read More...
Leading Crunch Franchisee Primetime Fitness Partners with CapitalSpring for Strategic Growth
Posted: January 17, 2024 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Primetime Fitness, Michigan's premier Crunch Fitness franchise development group, announces its partnership with a leading specialist investor in multi-location businesses, CapitalSpring, which recently completed a growth investment in the franchisee. The partnership marks a significant milestone for Primetime Fitness, underscoring its ambitious development plans. Read More...
PTR, PPR to Relocate Headquarters to Saddlebrook Resort
Posted: January 17, 2024 in Suppliers
WESLEY CHAPEL, FL - Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) and Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR), serving more than 20,000 memberships, is relocating its headquarters from Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, to Saddlebrook Resort in Wesley Chapel, Florida. This strategic move represents a significant milestone in both organization’s growth and commitment to providing unparalleled service to those they serve, the PTR/PPR says. Read More...
Crunch Fitness Takes #1 Fitness Spot in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500
Posted: January 16, 2024 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Crunch Fitness, one of the fitness industry's leading high-value, low-price gyms, ranked #1 in the fitness category and #29 overall in the annual Entrepreneur Franchise 500, the world's first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking. The company remains in the top 10% for the third straight year. Read More...
Aaron McFarland Promoted to Chief Operating Officer at TruFit Athletic Clubs
Posted: January 16, 2024 in Chains
SAN ANTONIO, TX - TruFit Athletic Clubs announces the promotion of Aaron McFarland to the position of Chief Operating Officer. Since joining the company in 2021, McFarland has served in several senior leadership roles, most recently as TruFit's SVP of Production overseeing sales and fitness services for all 40 clubs. Read More...
Pure Barre Announces Inaugural Cruise: Pure Barre at Sea
Posted: January 16, 2024 in Chains
IRVINE, CA - Pure Barre, the largest barre brand in the United States, and its partner, Princess Cruises, announces the first-ever Pure Barre at Sea: A Tropical Retreat, aboard the Enchanted Princess cruise ship, coming in the summer of 2024. Read More...
Life Time Foundation Investing in Local Community Impact During Miami Marathon Weekend January 27 – 28
Posted: January 12, 2024 in Chains
CHANHASSEN, MN - The Life Time Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit created by Life Time Inc. (NYSE: LTH), is committed to supporting initiatives that inspire Healthy People, a Healthy Planet, and a Healthy Way of Life. During the Life Time Miami Marathon And Half weekend (January 27-28), the Life Time Foundation is leading efforts to enhance the local community. Read More...
24 Hour Fitness Invites Members To Find Their Strength
Posted: January 11, 2024 in Chains
CARLSBAD, CA - 24 Hour Fitness, a 40-year leader in health and fitness, in partnership with creative consultancy InGoodTaste, has unveiled their latest campaign to inspire current and prospective members to Find Their Strength this year. Read More...
