Health and Fitness Club Industry News
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The HFA Show 2025 Kicks Off
Posted: March 11, 2025 in IHRSA
BOSTON, MA - The Health & Fitness Association (HFA) is preparing to welcome industry professionals from around the world to The HFA Show 2025, taking place March 12 - 14 at Mandalay Bay Resort in Las Vegas. As the premier conference and trade show for the health and fitness industry, this year’s event promises to be the biggest and most dynamic yet, featuring an enhanced conference structure, new trade show experiences and an exciting lineup of speakers. Read More...
HFA Show Will Feature 28th Annual Financial Panel
Posted: March 11, 2025 in IHRSA
LAS VEGAS, NV - Moderated by Management Vision and HFA Founder, Rick Caro, the 28th Annual Financial Panel on March 13 at The HFA Show 2025 in Las Vegas will analyze the financial trends that are driving challenges and opportunities within the industry. His guests will include: Amna Malik, Executive Director, Morgan Stanley; Zach England, Managing Director, Harris Williams; Robbie Shapiro, Managing Director, York Capital Management; and Marty Newburger, Partner, KSL Capital Partners. Read More...
Gold’s Gym SoCal Welcomes The HFA Show 2025 Attendees with Exclusive Fitness Access
Posted: March 11, 2025 in Chains, IHRSA
LOS ANGELES, CA - Gold’s Gym SoCal, the original home of fitness workouts, is extending a warm invite to all HFA attendees to enjoy complimentary gym passes to their world-class facilities during connecting travels through Los Angeles to the highly-anticipated HFA Show 2025 in Las Vegas (March 12 – 14). With state-of-the-art equipment, expert trainers and a welcoming environment, Gold’s Gym SoCal provides a premier fitness experience for those looking to maintain their routine or explore new workouts. Read More...
Inspiring the World to Work Out: Life Fitness / Hammer Strength Showcases New Products at HFA 2025
Posted: March 11, 2025 in Suppliers
ROSEMONT, IL - Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, global leaders in commercial fitness equipment, will exhibit its latest cardio, strength and digital fitness solutions at the HFA 2025 Trade Show, March 13 - 14 at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas. Read More...
InBody Invites Guests to Flex and Celebrate 25 Years of Partnerships at HFA 2025
Posted: March 11, 2025 in Suppliers
CERRITOS, CA - InBody, a worldwide leader in comprehensive health solutions ranging from body composition analyzers to blood pressure monitors to dynamometers, is attending the HFA Show 2025 and celebrating over two decades of working with its partners to make better health and wellness easier for everyone to achieve. Read More...
CR Fitness Holdings Leads the Charge in Fitness Innovation: Advancing Group Fitness Strength Training and Pilates Trends in Crunch Fitness Clubs
Posted: March 10, 2025 in Chains
TAMPA, FL - CR Fitness Holdings, the fastest-growing, top Crunch Fitness franchisee, continues revolutionizing the fitness industry by using member feedback to influence the Crunch Fitness Brand. Under the leadership of CEO, Tony Scrimale, and Vice President of Group Fitness, Alyssa D'Aquino, CR Fitness Holdings has played a pivotal role in shaping group fitness trends, including the rise of strength training and Pilates-based formats. Read More...
JETSET Pilates Reaches 100 Locations Sold, Paving the Way for Explosive Growth Ahead
Posted: March 10, 2025 in Chains
MIAMI, FL - JETSET Pilates, the modern Reformer Pilates franchise combining curated music and fitness for the ultimate revitalizing experience, announces the sale of its 100th franchise location. This milestone highlights the brand's rapid ascent as the premier destination for a transformative, high-end Pilates experience accessible to communities nationwide. Read More...
ABC Fitness and Truemed Partner to Unlock Healthcare Funds for Eligible Fitness Investments
Posted: March 7, 2025 in Suppliers
LITTLE ROCK, AR - ABC Fitness, a global leader in fitness technology solutions, announces a new partnership with Truemed, a healthcare payment provider that enables eligible Americans to use their Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) funds for qualified medical expenses. Read More...
Life Time Debuts 14th Athletic Country Club in Illinois and Nation’s Second MIORA Performance & Longevity Clinic
Posted: March 6, 2025 in Chains
EVANSTON, IL - Life Time (NYSE: LTH), the nation's premier healthy lifestyle brand, announces the opening of Life Time Evanston, the 14th Life Time in Illinois, and the company's second athletic country club in the country to feature its exclusive MIORA Performance and Longevity Clinic. Read More...
ACSM Announces 2025 Certified Professional of the Year
Posted: March 6, 2025 in Suppliers
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Michael Stack, ACSM-EP, EIM, ACSM-PAPHS has been named the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Certified Professional of the Year for 2025. Stack received the award during the 2025 IDEA & ACSM Health & Fitness Summit in Denver, Colorado. Read More...
NASM Partners with NPC and IFBB Pro League to Elevate Athlete Health and Performance in the Physique and Bodybuilding Community
Posted: March 6, 2025 in Suppliers
GILBERT, AZ - National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), a global leader in fitness and wellness training and certifications, announces a groundbreaking partnership with the National Physique Committee (NPC) and the International Federation of Bodybuilding & Fitness Professional League (IFBB Pro League), to enhance athlete health, safety and performance through certification programs tailored for physique and bodybuilding coaches. Read More...
Health & Fitness Association Rebrands its Official Publication as Health & Fitness Business
Posted: March 3, 2025 in IHRSA
BOSTON, MA - The Health & Fitness Association (HFA) has rebranded its Association magazine: Club Business International (CBI) is now Health & Fitness Business (HFB). The new brand, launching with the March edition, brings a bold new look and a re-imagined approach to its content. Read More...
UFC GYM Sets the Stage for Further Global Expansion, Opening 45 Locations Worldwide in 2025
Posted: February 27, 2025 in Chains
LAS VEGAS, NV - UFC GYM, the groundbreaking extension UFC, will set a bold new standard for fitness in 2025, expanding its reach to new corners of the globe. Read More...
ABC Fitness Invests in Personal Trainer Growth with Groundbreaking New Academy
Posted: February 27, 2025 in Suppliers
LITTLE ROCK, AR - ABC Trainerize, the coaching and client engagement app from ABC Fitness, has officially launched ABC Trainerize Academy, a comprehensive education platform designed to elevate the professional expertise of personal trainers and health and wellness coaches. Read More...
ClassPass Partners with RockBox Fitness, Bringing High-Energy Boxing-Based Training to Members
Posted: February 27, 2025 in Suppliers
NEW YORK, N.Y. - ClassPass, a leading fitness and wellness membership offering access to thousands of studios, gyms and spas globally, announces a national partnership with RockBox Fitness, the franchise known for its dynamic boxing-based classes. Read More...
International Luxury Hotel Association Partners with Matrix Fitness to Elevate Wellness in Luxury Hospitality
Posted: February 27, 2025 in Suppliers
PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL - The International Luxury Hotel Association (ILHA) announces Matrix Fitness as its newest official partner to support the integration of wellness-focused fitness solutions within the luxury hospitality sector. Read More...
Katie Feltman Becomes ACSM’s New Chief Executive Officer
Posted: February 27, 2025 in Suppliers
INDIANAPOLIS - IN - The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) welcomes Katie Feltman, CAE as the organization’s new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Feltman previously served ACSM as Chief Operating Officer before being appointed interim CEO in January 2024. Read More...
Crunch Fitness Announces Major Franchise Expansion into India, Marking South Asian Physical Location Debut
Posted: February 26, 2025 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Crunch Fitness, a globally-recognized high-value, multi-amenity gym franchise, announces the signing of a Master Franchise Agreement for India, a development which will bring a minimum of 75 Crunch Fitness brick-and-mortar gyms to the country in the coming years. Read More...
Peloton Expands Strength Content with Launch of Kettlebell Training Classes
Posted: February 26, 2025 in Suppliers
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Peloton has officially introduced Kettlebell training to the platform. With Strength as its second most popular modality, and as part of its commitment to evolve its programming, Kettlebell training, one of Peloton Members’ most requested Strength specialities, is now available across the Peloton App and the Strength+ App. Read More...
NASM Launches New Understanding Weight Loss Medications Course
Posted: February 26, 2025 in Suppliers
GILBERT, AZ - The National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), a global leader in fitness and wellness training and certifications, is launching its latest course, "Understanding Weight Loss Medications: A Guide for Fitness and Wellness Professionals." Read More...
