Health and Fitness Club Industry News
Thursday, July 9th, 2026
HFA Announces Leadership Transition
Posted: March 30, 2026 in HFA
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Health & Fitness Association (HFA) announces a planned leadership transition that reflects both continuity and forward momentum for the organization. Liz Clark, who served as president and CEO since July 2021, has stepped down from her role and will serve in an advocacy advisory capacity through July. During her tenure, Clark led the association through a pivotal period, strengthening its voice with policymakers, expanding its relevance to members, and reinforcing its role as a unifying force for the global health and fitness industry. Read More...
Daxko Named to Fast Company’s Annual List of the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2026
Posted: March 24, 2026 in Suppliers
BIRMINGHAM, AL - Daxko announces it has been named to Fast Company’s prestigious list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2026. This year’s list shines a spotlight on businesses that are shaping industry and culture through their innovations. Alongside the World’s 50 Most Innovative Companies, Fast Company recognizes 720 honorees across 59 sectors and regions. Read More...
ClassPass Unveils Its First Industry Impact Report Measuring Its Effect on the Fitness and Wellness Economy
Posted: March 24, 2026 in Suppliers
NEW YORK, N.Y. - ClassPass, the app that provides access to thousands of fitness and wellness experiences worldwide, announces the release of its first Industry Impact Report. Drawing from proprietary platform data and partner and user surveys, the findings assess the contribution of the ClassPass model across the industry. Read More...
PTR Announces Resignation of CEO Martin van Daalen
Posted: March 24, 2026 in Suppliers
WESLEY CHAPEL, FL - The Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) announces that Martin van Daalen has stepped down from his role as Chief Executive Officer, effective March 18th, 2026. Martin has played a valuable role in supporting PTR’s mission to educate, certify and serve racquet sports coaches, helping guide the organization as it enters its 50th anniversary year. Read More...
Fitness International Announces Multi-Year Partnership with Wings for Life to Support Spinal Cord Research
Posted: March 23, 2026 in Chains
IRVINE, CA - Fitness International, LLC, the parent company of LA Fitness, City Sports Club and Club Studio, announces a multi-year partnership with Wings for Life USA. Wings for Life is a non-profit spinal cord research foundation with the single mission to find a cure for spinal cord injuries. As part of the agreement, Fitness International will contribute $250,000 annually from 2026 through 2028, supporting the foundation's research initiatives. Read More...
ACSM Unveils Landmark 2026 Resistance Training Guidelines; First Update in 17 Years
Posted: March 18, 2026 in Suppliers
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) has published a new Position Stand summarizing resistance training recommendations for healthy adults, the first major update since 2009. Read More...
National Academy of Sports Medicine Honors Arnold Schwarzenegger as the 2026 Don Wildman Commitment to Excellence Award Winner
Posted: March 18, 2026 in Suppliers
GILBERT, AZ - The National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), a global leader in evidence-based learning and certifications for fitness and wellness professionals, announces legendary fitness icon Arnold Schwarzenegger as the recipient of the 2026 Don Wildman Commitment to Excellence Award. Read More...
Health and Fitness Industry “In the Big Leagues,” Says HFA CEO Liz Clark at 45th Annual HFA Show
Posted: March 16, 2026 in HFA
SAN DIEGO, CA - The health and fitness industry has entered the “big leagues,” and with that momentum comes greater responsibility and a need for stronger alignment across the sector, Liz Clark, President and CEO of the Health & Fitness Association (HFA), told attendees during her President’s Address at the 45th Annual HFA Show. Read More...
Planet Fitness Appoints Harmit Singh to Board of Directors
Posted: March 16, 2026 in Chains
HAMPTON, N.H. - Planet Fitness, Inc. (NYSE: PLNT), one of the largest and fastest-growing fitness center operators with more members than any other fitness brand, announces the appointment of Harmit Singh, Chief Financial and Growth Officer of Levi Strauss & Co. (NYSE: LEVI), to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. The appointment of Mr. Singh expands the Board to ten directors. Read More...
ABC Fitness Introduces AI-Powered Operating Infrastructure for the Global Fitness Industry
Posted: March 16, 2026 in Suppliers
DALLAS, TX - ABC Fitness announces a major expansion of its AI capabilities, positioning the company as the AI-powered operating infrastructure for the global fitness industry. Built on more than four decades of experience and data from over 40 million members, the initiative embeds intelligence directly into the technology systems gyms, studios and coaches rely on to run their businesses, from member acquisition and engagement to payments, retention and operational workflows. Read More...
