Health and Fitness Club Industry News
Monday, October 27th, 2025
Planet Fitness Inspires Nearly 3 Million High School Students to Prioritize Their Health with Annual High School Summer Pass Program
Posted: September 18, 2024 in Chains
HAMPTON, N.H. - Planet Fitness, one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers with more members than any other fitness brand, announces that nearly three million high school students signed up for its annual High School Summer Pass program, logging more than 12 million workouts this summer between June 1 and August 31. Read More...
Club Automation Launches Integration with Edge to Drive Member Engagement and Employee Recognition
Posted: September 18, 2024 in Suppliers
BIRMINGHAM, AL - Daxko, a leading software and integrated payments solutions provider in the health, fitness and wellness industry, announces a partnership with Edge to offer an integration with Club Automation. Edge, an employee-driven growth solution, boosts both member and staff engagement by rewarding employees for positive customer interactions and outcomes. Together the companies aim to enhance member engagement, improve operational efficiency and drive staff performance in fitness clubs. Read More...
Club Studio Opens New Location in Citrus Heights, California
Posted: September 17, 2024 in Chains
IRVINE, CA - Fitness International, LLC announces it has opened a new Club Studio location in Citrus Heights, California on Sunrise Boulevard, bringing top-of-the-line amenities, boutique studio classes and wellness services together in one gym. With an investment of approximately $10M, the club boasts a dynamic, modern and elegant interior space and equipment. Read More...
Easy Mile Fitness Acquires Nine Planet Fitness Locations in Oregon
Posted: September 17, 2024 in Chains
BOSTON, MA - Easy Mile Fitness, a privately held Planet Fitness franchisee, has announced it has acquired nine Planet Fitness locations in Oregon from the Lubrano Franchise Group (OKTA Holdings). The new territory marks Easy Mile Fitness' entry into the west coast market. The nine Planet Fitness locations are located in the fast-growing market of Portland and Eugene, Oregon. Read More...
Introducing An Evolved USPTA: The Racquet Sports Professionals Association
Posted: September 17, 2024 in Suppliers
LAKE NONA, FL - The United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA), a leading trade organization for tennis professionals since 1927, has rebranded to the Racquet Sports Professionals Association (RSPA). This change positions the RSPA to elevate and support a broad spectrum of careers across the entire racquet sports industry. Read More...
Fitness On Demand Announces New Partnership with Motosumo
Posted: September 17, 2024 in Suppliers
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - Fitness On Demand announce a groundbreaking partnership with Motosumo, a cutting-edge company revolutionizing cycling workouts with innovative, accessible technology that brings live and interactive cycling experiences to every bike. Read More...
In-Shape Family Fitness Kicks Off 10th Annual In-Shape Fights Cancer Campaign with $200,000 Fundraising Goal
Posted: September 16, 2024 in Chains
SACRAMENTO, CA - In-Shape Family Fitness launches its 10th annual In-Shape Fights Cancer campaign, a six-week-long initiative dedicated to raising funds for cancer research and support services. This year, the campaign aims to raise an ambitious $200,000, bringing In-Shape's total contribution to an extraordinary $1 million over the past decade. Read More...
24 Hour Fitness Wants To Know If You’re Fitter Than a Fifth Grader
Posted: September 16, 2024 in Chains
SAN DIEGO, CA - 24 Hour Fitness, an industry leader in holistic fitness, announces the return of a cornerstone of American physical education: the Presidential Physical Fitness test. This challenge, both loved and hated, was originally intended to create a nationwide standard for whole-body physical fitness. Read More...
Life Time Announces Nationwide “GO90” Fundraiser Workout to Fight ALS on September 28
Posted: September 12, 2024 in Chains
CHANHASSEN, MN - Life Time (NYSE: LTH) announces the nationwide launch of Life Time x Augie's Quest GO90, a nationwide workout fundraiser to benefit both Augie's Quest to Cure ALS and the Life Time Foundation, two organizations that focus on ALS research and patient care, and youth nutrition, movement and conservation efforts respectively. The event will take place on Saturday, September 28, across Life Time's athletic country clubs. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Announces Latest State-of-the-Art Fitness Facility Opening in Florissant, Missouri
Posted: September 11, 2024 in Chains
FLORISSANT, MO - Crunch Franchise announces the opening of Crunch Florissant in Florissant, Missouri. The $5 million, 40,000-square-foot state-of-the-art fitness facility will begin pre-sales for memberships in Winter 2025. Operated by Crunch Fitness franchisee The Undefeated Tribe, the new Crunch gym is locally owned and operated and will be located in a former Gold's Gym. Read More...
Precor Partners with WANNADREAM to Expand Reach in France
Posted: September 11, 2024 in Suppliers
WOODINVILLE, WA - Precor, a global leader in providing premier fitness solutions, announces WANNADREAM as its exclusive distributor for the French market. This partnership, effective immediately, strengthens Precor’s presence, product availability and ownership experience in the region. Read More...
Merrithew Welcomes Jim Heidenreich as CEO, Ushering in a New Era of Innovation and Growth
Posted: September 11, 2024 in Suppliers
TORONTO, ON - Merrithew, a global leader in mindful movement, announces the appointment of Jim Heidenreich as the company's new CEO. With this leadership transition, Merrithew enters a new era, poised to elevate its legacy of excellence, innovation and community engagement, a tradition that spans over 35 years. Read More...
Gold’s Gym Gains Growth Momentum With Summer 2024 New Gym Openings
Posted: September 10, 2024 in Chains
DALLAS, TX - Gold's Gym, the growing iconic fitness brand, amped up its North American franchise expansion initiative, adding four new gyms over the summer in new and existing U.S. and Canada markets and increasing its global footprint to more than 180 domestic locations and nearly 400 international locations. The four new franchised gyms are located in Calgary, Alberta (Canada); Loveland, Colorado; Tampa, Florida; and Washington, D.C. Read More...
Blink Fitness Signs Asset Purchase Agreement with PureGym
Posted: September 10, 2024 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Blink Fitness ("Blink" or the "Company"), the affordable fitness brand known for its commitment to an inclusive and inviting environment, announces it has reached an agreement with Pinnacle US Holdings, a subsidiary of PureGym Ltd. ("PureGym") and a leading global gym operator, to acquire Blink's corporate operations and a substantial portion of Blink's locations, with a focus on New York and New Jersey. The agreement is subject to court approval and gives PureGym 'stalking horse' status ahead of an auction, scheduled to take place on October 28 if competing bids are received. Read More...
Precor Awarded Sourcewell Cooperative Contract, Expanding Opportunities in Government Procurement
Posted: September 10, 2024 in Suppliers
WOODINVILLE, WA - Precor, a global leader in providing premier fitness solutions, announces it has been awarded a Sourcewell cooperative purchasing contract. This contract, valid through 2028, provides Universities, High Schools, Parks and Recreation Departments, and Police and Fire Departments across North America with easier access to Precor’s broad range of products, including cardio, strength, functional training and connected fitness solutions. Read More...
UFC GYM to Open Second Western Pennsylvania Location on September 14th at The Waterfront in Homestead
Posted: September 9, 2024 in Chains
PITTSBURGH, PA - UFC GYM, the first major brand extension of UFC, is expanding in Western Pennsylvania. UFC GYM and partner, Pittsburgh-based developer and management company Piatt Companies will be opening their second location at The Waterfront in Homestead, Pennsylvania. The new location will open its doors with a Grand Opening event on September 14, 2024. Read More...
PTR Partners With TrekAI for AI-Driven Platform Designed for Tennis Coaches
Posted: September 9, 2024 in Suppliers
WESLEY CHAPEL, FL - PTR (Professional Tennis Registry) has announced a groundbreaking partnership with TrekAI, creating an innovative AI-driven platform designed specifically for tennis coaches. This collaboration marks a significant leap forward in the integration of advanced technology into the world of tennis coaching, offering PTR members cutting-edge tools to enhance their coaching careers and player experiences. Read More...
Crunch Fitness Franchisee Fitness Ventures Announces Annual 9/11 Remembrance Stair Climb Challenge to Honor First Responders
Posted: September 6, 2024 in Chains
ORLANDO, FL - Fitness Ventures, one of the fastest growing Crunch Fitness franchisees, is gearing up to pay tribute to the heroic first responders who selflessly served on September 11, 2001, by hosting their annual 9/11 Remembrance Stair Climb Challenge at all of its facilities nationwide in 25 states on Wednesday September 11. Read More...
The 21st European Congress Convenes Next Month in Barcelona
Posted: September 6, 2024 in IHRSA
BOSTON, MA - With less than two months until the 21st European Congress, powered by the Health & Fitness Association (formerly IHRSA), fitness leaders are set to meet October 21 - 23 at the Hilton Diagonal Mar Barcelona in Barcelona, Spain, for the premier European fitness event focused on the region's trends and challenges. Read More...
EōS Fitness Introduces New, Edgy Group Fitness Lineup
Posted: September 4, 2024 in Chains
DALLAS, TX - EōS Fitness, the fast-growing High Value, Low Price (HVLP) gym chain with over 150 gyms open or on the way, is expanding its range of top-tier amenities to merge fitness with edgy and contemporary wellness trends. Further breaking the mold of traditional big-box gyms, EōS is unveiling three new group fitness (G-Fit) concepts focused on strength, performance, endurance and recovery: Fitness Unchained, Mind/Body Rehab and the Booty Builder Lab (BBL). Read More...
