Health and Fitness Club Industry News
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American Council on Exercise Promotes Amanda Cass to Chief Operating Officer
Posted: October 5, 2022 in Suppliers
SAN DIEGO, CA - The American Council on Exercise (ACE) has promoted Amanda Cass to the role of Chief Operating Officer. Cass, formerly the ACE Executive Vice President of Central Services, brings expertise in operations, human resources and accounting to the reinstituted ACE senior leadership role. Read More...
Community Gyms Coalition Announces Fitness is Essential Commitments For White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition and Health
Posted: October 5, 2022 in Other News
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Community Gyms Coalition (CGC), representing more than 15,000 community gyms and fitness facilities across the U.S. that serve over 25 million members, announces its Fitness is Essential commitments to the White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition and Health. A first-of-its-kind collaboration of well-known fitness brands, the CGC has offered the following commitments to provide education, access and support for all Americans by 2030 to improve nutrition and promote physical activity... Read More...
Anytime Fitness and Stronger U Join Community Gyms Coalition Members Declaring Fitness is Essential Commitments for White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition and Health
Posted: October 5, 2022 in Chains
WOODBURY, MN - Self Esteem Brands (SEB), parent company of a global portfolio of fitness and wellness brands including Anytime Fitness and Stronger U, applauds the announcement of the Fitness is Essential commitments made at the White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition and Health by the Community Gyms Coalition (CGC), which represents more than 15,000 community gyms, clubs and fitness facilities across the U.S. that serve more than 25 million members. Read More...
Mindbody Executes Multi-Year Agreement with Kinélite
Posted: October 5, 2022 in Suppliers
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA - Mindbody, a leading experience technology platform for the wellness industry, announces a multi-year agreement with Kinélite to power its 17 wellness clinics across Canada. By implementing Mindbody’s software, Kinélite will streamline operations, create a uniform brand and provide customers with a consistent, personalized experience across its locations. Read More...
Fitness Ventures LLC Acquires T&N Investments LLC and their Four Crunch Fitness Locations in Louisville Kentucky, Growing the Franchise to 35 Locations
Posted: October 4, 2022 in Chains
ORLANDO, FL - Fitness Ventures LLC, one of Crunch Fitness’ fastest growing franchisees, announces the acquisition of all four of the Louisville, Kentucky Crunch Fitness locations. The acquisition fast tracks Fitness Ventures already aggressive growth, with plans to open around 15 locations per year for the foreseeable future. Read More...
World Gym Introduces High-Octane Signature Gym Model Featuring the Revolutionary Studio X
Posted: October 4, 2022 in Chains
LOS ANGELES, CA - With over 230 franchise locations on six continents, World Gym International, the iconic, globally recognized fitness franchise brand, with its roots tracing back to the early days of Muscle Beach, has announced the introduction of a game-changing gym model: "World Gym Signature." The fitness landscape is rapidly evolving. Consumers are returning to the gym and are looking for a better experience, not a cheaper one. This new gym model is designed for those seeking a full-service facility but with a remarkable focus on results in an inspiring environment. Read More...
Capitol Hill and Association Veteran, Jeffrey Solsby, Joins IHRSA
Posted: October 4, 2022 in HFA
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Liz Clark, President and CEO of IHRSA, The Global Health & Fitness Association, announces that Jeffrey Solsby will join the group October 12 as Senior Vice President of Communications. Solsby brings experience as a veteran staff member on Capitol Hill and in prominent trade associations. Read More...
24 Hour Fitness and Headspace Health Launch Partnership on World Mental Health Day
Posted: October 3, 2022 in Chains
CARLSBAD, CA - 24 Hour Fitness has teamed up with Headspace Health, the provider of the world's most accessible and comprehensive digital mental health platform, in a partnership to offer complimentary three-month Headspace subscriptions to new and existing 24 Hour Fitness club members on a first-come, first-serve basis, while supplies last. Headspace offers a range of tools to help people stress less, sleep better, get moving and to find more focus and joy. The partnership launches its complimentary offer on Monday, October 10, World Mental Health Day, and is an important part of 24 Hour Fitness's holistic strategy to offer dynamic fitness and wellness experiences to club members. Read More...
CycleBar Studios Around the World Ride Toward a Cure for Breast Cancer in October
Posted: October 3, 2022 in Chains
IRVINE, CA - Worldwide, breast cancer is the most common cancer in women, with more than 2 million estimated new cases recorded in 2020. In an effort to spread awareness and contribute to breast cancer research efforts, CycleBar, the world’s largest indoor cycling franchise, is supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Month through a special CycleGives event. Read More...
Myzone Moves Into Metaverse With Web3 Platform Partnership
Posted: September 30, 2022 in Suppliers
U.K. - Myzone brings to the metaverse extensive knowledge around the gamification of fitness and the move-to-earn model. Due for launch in 2023, the digital space will offer a platform for participants to experience Myzone’s five-colored heart rate zones and better understand the effect these have on the body during exercise. Read More...
