Health and Fitness Club Industry News
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USTA Launches USTA Connect, to Boost Data Sharing, Insights and Services
Posted: March 30, 2023 in Suppliers
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. - The USTA announces the launch of USTA Connect, a new initiative aimed at connecting key members of the tennis industry in the U.S. in an effort to increase industry collaboration to provide insights and services. USTA Connect will focus on creating greater integration and communication for tennis facilities, industry software providers, industry associations, retailers and manufacturers to facilitate connectivity to grow the game at all levels. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Announces Newest Location in Haverhill, Massachusetts
Posted: March 29, 2023 in Chains
HAVERHILL, MA - Crunch Franchise announces the upcoming Spring 2023 opening of Crunch Haverhill, a $5 million, 35,000-square-foot fitness facility, with $1 million dollars' worth of state-of-the-art equipment. Crunch Haverhill is located in a newly renovated space previously occupied by Boston Sports Club. Crunch Haverhill is owned by Fitness Holdings Northeast, LLC, one of the fastest growing Crunch franchisee in the northeast with numerous locations throughout Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York. Read More...
Exos Releases Readiness Culture Code, a Research-Backed Blueprint to Reimagine Modern Workplace Culture and Performance
Posted: March 29, 2023 in Chains
PHOENIX, AZ - Exos, an industry-leading coaching company that gets people ready for the moments that matter most, releases the Exos Readiness Culture Code, a groundbreaking blueprint to reimagine corporate culture and equip employees with the physical, mental and emotional capacity to meet the demands of modern work. Read More...
Merrithew Joins Forces with AUSactive
Posted: March 29, 2023 in Suppliers
TORONTO, ON - Merrithew, a global leader in mind-body education and equipment, has partnered with AUSactive, Australia’s peak health and exercise industry association, to meet the country’s growing demand for its world-class Pilates education and premium equipment. Read More...
Nationwide Ride of a Life Time Cycling Event on April 29 Aims to Raise $1.5 Million to Improve Children’s Health
Posted: March 29, 2023 in Chains
CHANHASSEN, MN - As statistics continue to show a decline in children's health, from nutrition to physical movement and overall well-being, for the third year, Life Time (NYSE: LTH), one of the nation's premier healthy lifestyle brands, is aiming to make a difference by hosting its Ride of a Life Time charity cycle event on April 29 across its portfolio of athletic country clubs nationwide and virtually via the Life Time digital app. Read More...
PHIT America to Introduce ‘Play Pickleball’ Program to Schools
Posted: March 29, 2023 in Suppliers
WASHINGTON, D.C. - National charity PHIT America is launching a new physical activity and sports program, PLAY PICKLEBALL, to elementary schools this spring. PLAY PICKLEBALL will be added to PHIT’s current physical activity offerings, which include AMPED Running/Walking, PLAY TENNIS and PLAY GOLF programs. Read More...
TikToker Allie Bennett Brings Her Viral #TreadmillStrut to Orangetheory Fitness Studios Across the Globe
Posted: March 27, 2023 in Chains
BOCA RATON, FL - Ready, set, strut! Orangetheory Fitness is teaming up with TikToker Allie Bennett to launch her viral #TreadmillStrut workout in its 1,500+ studios around the world. A proud partner of the American Heart Association, Orangetheory will premiere its #TreadmillStrut class on National Walking Day (April 5) to celebrate the most simple, yet powerful, form of exercise that studies have shown can improve heart health and help prevent chronic disease. Read More...
Augie’s Quest Raises More Than $300,000 at IHRSA 2023
Posted: March 24, 2023 in Suppliers
SAN DIEGO, CA - Augie’s Quest kicked off the week at IHRSA by celebrating Augie with some of our key supporters and friends from the health and fitness industry. A special thanks to our friends at Bay Club and Zumba for making Augie’s Celebration a success! Augie's Quest received over $300,000 from the health and fitness industry, helping it continue Augie’s legacy! Read More...
Statement From IHRSA CEO Regarding FTC Membership Rule Proposal
Posted: March 23, 2023 in HFA
WASHINGTON, D.C. - IHRSA, the Global Health & Fitness Association, releases the following statement regarding a Federal Trade Commission (FTC) proposal dealing with cancellation methods for certain services and memberships. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Announces Newest Location in Virginia Beach
Posted: March 22, 2023 in Chains
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA - Crunch Franchise announces the upcoming summer opening of Crunch Chimney Hill, a $5 million, 52,000-square-foot fitness facility, with $1 million dollars' worth of state-of-the-art equipment. Crunch Chimney Hill is owned by Fitness Ventures, LLC, one of the fastest growing franchisees in the Crunch system with numerous locations throughout the U.S. Crunch Chimney Hill will be the 38th location nationwide for Fitness Ventures, LLC. Read More...
