Health and Fitness Club Industry News
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Wellbeats Announce Fitness, Mindfulness and Movement Classes for Kids
Posted: October 4, 2021 in Suppliers
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - Wellbeats announces the release of 12 new classes for kids (and their families), including kids with special needs. This new content release is timely as October 4 is National Child Health Day. With inclusivity at the forefront, kids of all abilities can explore new ways to release energy, create happy memories and most of all: Have Fun! Read More...
The Beachbody Company Names Blake Bilstad Chief Legal Officer
Posted: October 4, 2021 in Suppliers
SANTA MONICA, CA - The Beachbody Company, Inc. (NYSE: BODY) ("Beachbody" or the "Company"), a leading subscription health and wellness company, has announced the appointment of Blake Bilstad as Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary of the Company, effective October 28, 2021. As Chief Legal Officer, Bilstad will serve as a key member of Beachbody's leadership team, reporting to Co-Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Carl Daikeler. Read More...
Crunch Fitness and ThirdLove Partner with Pop Culture Icon Dame Olivia Newton-John to Raise Money and Awareness for Cancer Treatment Research
Posted: September 30, 2021 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Crunch Fitness and ThirdLove are thrilled to announce the two brands have partnered with four-time Grammy winner, Dame Olivia Newton-John and Primary Wave to help raise awareness and money towards cancer treatment research, specifically drawing attention to the Olivia Newton-John Foundation Fund. Read More...
PPR and Electrum Pickleball Sign Multi-Year Deal for ‘Official Paddle’
Posted: September 30, 2021 in Suppliers
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. - PPR (Professional Pickleball Registry) and Electrum Pickleball recently signed a multi-year partnership agreement. Electrum will be an “Official PIckleball Paddle of the PPR.” PPR has enjoyed a record-setting year so far with more new PPR members and certification workshop than ever before. More and more tennis pros are adding PPR certification in order to obtain the industry’s hottest status - “Dual Impact” certification. Dual Impact professionals will soon be a minimum industry standard, enhancing PPR as the certification choice for pros around the world. Read More...
Life Time Launches Nationwide Youth Athletic Training Program: GameFace Sport
Posted: September 29, 2021 in Chains
CHANHASSEN, MN - With school athletic programs becoming increasingly competitive and more athletes seeking specialized training than ever before, Life Time, one of the nation's premier omnichannel healthy lifestyle brands, has launched athletic training programs across its resorts as part of its new GameFace Training offering. At most of its more than 150 destinations, Life Time is launching GameFace Sport, an athletic training fundamentals class for kids aged 8 - 13. Read More...
Leon Rudge Appointed as New Myzone Global Head of Product to Drive Tech Innovation and Growth for Customer Benefit
Posted: September 29, 2021 in Suppliers
U.K. - Myzone announces that fitness innovation and technology expert, Leon Rudge, is joining the team as Global Head of Product, in a move set to add over a decade of experience that benefits customers and end users alike. With a foundational focus on supporting gyms using wearable tech that increases member engagement, Leon’s years in the fitness industry position him perfectly to align customer needs and Myzone’s strategic roadmap to drive continual growth. Read More...
Mindbody and Blo Blow Dry Bar Execute Global Agreement
Posted: September 29, 2021 in Suppliers
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA - Mindbody, a leading experience technology platform for the wellness industry, has announced a global agreement with Blo Blow Dry Bar, North America's original blow dry bar and the world's largest blow dry bar franchise. Through this agreement, Blo utilizes Mindbody's technology to create a uniform experience across its 130 locations in America and Canada. Read More...
Five Gym Direct Mail Pieces That Will Stand Out
Posted: September 28, 2021 in Suppliers
If you want to grow your gym, you have to be strategic with your marketing efforts. Competition is higher than ever on digital and social media spaces, which is why strategies like direct mail could be exactly what your gym needs to get noticed. Here are five of the best gym direct mail pieces that will get more eyes on your fitness brand. Any one of these options is sure to make your response rates skyrocket and generate more interest for your gym. Read More...
Volofit Opens Newest HIIT Concept Studio in Ross Township, Pennsylvania
Posted: September 28, 2021 in Chains
ROSS TOWNSHIP, PA - Volofit, a breakthrough HIIT fitness concept, opened its studio doors in Ross Township, Pennsylvania. A surging national brand, Volofit is rapidly building its coast-to-coast presence in the U.S., with plans to open two additional studios this year. Read More...
In-Shape to Raise $100K For Cancer Research
Posted: September 23, 2021 in Chains
STOCKTON, CA - In-Shape Health Clubs, one of California's top community destinations for health and fitness, has announced its goal to raise $100,000 this October in its 7th annual In-Shape Fights Cancer campaign. The money raised will go to local chapters of the American Cancer Society and to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and add to the $476,000 In-Shape previously raised and donated. Read More...
