Health and Fitness Club Industry News
Saturday, September 27th, 2025
Planet Fitness Expands Internationally With First Club Opening in Spain
Posted: July 22, 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 the opening of its first club in Spain, located in the city of Sabadell in the province of Barcelona. As a part of the Company's strategic growth plan, Planet Fitness believes there is significant potential in Spain. The first several stores will be a joint venture with a franchisee partner and the remainder of the market will be franchised. Read More...
Integrity Square’s Summer 2024 FDNY Treadmill Drive
Posted: July 22, 2024 in Suppliers
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Once again, Integrity Square is proud to announce a new initiative in our ongoing support to help the FDNY in all 5 boroughs. 67 Engine & Ladder companies are desperately in need of high quality consumer or commercial treadmills! If you have one (or a few) that you're able to donate, complete the form in this news article, and the FDNY will reach out to confirm their interest and coordinate pick up. Read More...
ACSM Names Incoming Editor-in-Chief of ACSM’s Health & Fitness Journal
Posted: July 22, 2024 in Suppliers
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) announces that Paul M. Gallo, Ed.D., FACSM, ACSM-CEP, ACSM-EP, ACSM-GEI, EIM, has been selected as the next editor-in-chief (EIC) of ACSM’s Health & Fitness Journal (HFJ). Dr. Gallo was selected through a rigorous application and interview search process from among a pool of talented and qualified candidates. Read More...
SilverSneakers Names 2024 Member of the Year, Celebrating Unwavering Dedication to Health, Fitness and Community
Posted: July 22, 2024 in Suppliers
CHANDLER, AZ - With a legacy of inspiring countless lives through fitness and friendship, SilverSneakers, the nation's leading fitness program designed for older adults, is honoring Grayling Brown of Lutcher, Louisiana, as the recipient of its prestigious 20th annual Member of the Year award. Read More...
USTA Awards More Than $100,000 in Wheelchair Tennis Grassroots Grants
Posted: July 19, 2024 in Suppliers
ORLANDO, FL - The USTA announces that it is awarding more than $100,000 in USTA Wheelchair Tennis Grassroots Grants to 56 local organizations that promote and develop the growth of wheelchair tennis and use the sport to help build stronger, healthier communities nationwide. Read More...
Myzone Launches Global Challenge Embracing Olympic Spirit
Posted: July 18, 2024 in Suppliers
PARIS - With just one week to go until Olympic Games Paris 2024, Myzone announces the launch of its first Olympics-themed challenge aimed at inspiring fitness club members around the world to reach new heights of achievement. Running from Friday 26th July to Sunday 8th September, the challenge coincides with the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Announces Newest Location in Greenwood, Indiana
Posted: July 17, 2024 in Chains
GREENWOOD, IN - Crunch Franchise announces the Fall 2024 opening of Crunch Greenwood, a 50,000-square-foot state-of-the-art fitness facility in Greenwood, Indiana. Crunch Greenwood will be operated by Crunch Fitness franchisee Fitness Ventures LLC. Brian Hibbard, the Chief Executive Officer for Fitness Ventures LLC, has found a unique opportunity to help develop the Crunch brand through his passion for the industry. Read More...
Matrix Fitness Integrates with Upace to Enhance Workout Tracking and Training Guidance
Posted: July 17, 2024 in Suppliers
COTTAGE GROVE, WI - Matrix Fitness, one of the world's fastest-growing commercial fitness brands, announces a new integration with Upace, a leading member experience and reservations platform. This integration establishes a seamless connection between Matrix connected consoles and the Upace platform, allowing both Matrix and Upace customers to offer a unified workout tracking solution. Read More...
Daxko Launches Customer Advisory Board to Empower YMCA Movement
Posted: July 17, 2024 in Suppliers
BIRMINGHAM, AL - Daxko, a leading software and integrated payments solutions provider in the health, fitness and wellness industry, announces the launch of the new Daxko YMCA Customer Advisory Board. The Board, comprised of 19 esteemed YMCA leaders and Y–USA representatives, began its journey in April with a commitment to fostering collaboration and innovation within the YMCA movement. Read More...
New Position Paper from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and the American Council on Exercise Details Impact of Exercise and Nutrition on American Adults
Posted: July 17, 2024 in Suppliers
CHICAGO, IL - The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (Academy) and the American Council on Exercise (ACE) has released a joint position paper stating that nutrition and physical activity interventions delivered by qualified nutrition and exercise practitioners can decrease risk of cardiovascular diseases and improve lifestyle behaviors among adults. Read More...
Fitness International Acquires XSport Fitness, Expanding Presence in Chicagoland, New York and Virginia Markets
Posted: July 16, 2024 in Chains
IRVINE, CA - Fitness International, LLC, operator of LA Fitness, Esporta Fitness, City Sports Club and Club Studio brands, announces its acquisition of XSport Fitness, marking a significant expansion of Fitness International's offerings in the Chicagoland, New York and Virginia markets. In keeping with its mission to provide quality fitness experiences to its members, Fitness International plans to invest in and enhance these new locations, rebranding under one of its four brand names. Read More...
American Council on Exercise Announces John Lally as Newly Appointed Chair of its Board of Directors
Posted: July 16, 2024 in Suppliers
SAN DIEGO, CA - The American Council on Exercise (ACE) announces the appointment of John Lally as the new Chair of its Board of Directors. Lally, who currently serves as the Executive Director and Head of Global Commercial Technology at Vertex Pharmaceuticals, brings a wealth of experience and a forward-thinking vision for the future of health and fitness. Read More...
National Strength and Conditioning Association Announces 2024 Election Results
Posted: July 12, 2024 in Suppliers
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO - The National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) announces the results of its 2024 Elections, as selected by NSCA Members. These chosen individuals, nominated for their dedication and contributions to the NSCA and professional community, will help shape our future and further our mission to advance strength and conditioning research and education. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Announces Newest Location in St. Cloud, Minnesota
Posted: July 11, 2024 in Chains
ST. CLOUD, MN - Crunch Franchise announces it will be opening its newest franchise, Crunch St. Cloud, a 40,000-square-foot state-of-the-art fitness facility in St. Cloud, Minnesota in Fall 2024. Brian Hibbard currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer for Fitness Ventures LLC, which owns and operates Crunch Fitness locations across the U.S. Read More...
EōS Fitness Celebrates 2024 Submit Your Fit Winners
Posted: July 11, 2024 in Chains
DALLAS, TX - EōS Fitness, the fast-growing High Value, Low Price (HVLP) gym, with over 150 locations open or on the way, introduced the winners of its annual Submit Your Fit contest for 2024, demonstrating the power of fitness to change lives. This year, winners shared their stories of significant weight loss, triumph over health challenges and newfound confidence. Their collective experiences inspire others to embark on their unique transformation journeys. Read More...
Stamford’s Own Jamie Barone is Back as Head Coach at Chelsea Piers and Was Also Selected as One of Eight Coaches Named to the U.S. Paralympic Games Paris 2024
Posted: July 11, 2024 in Chains
STAMFORD, CT - Chelsea Piers Athletic Club announces the return of founding Chelsea Piers Aquatics Club (CP-AC) head coach Jamie Barone to lead the club to national prominence in 2024 - 25. This week, Barone was also named to the US Paralympics coaching staff that will support the 33 American swimmers headed to the 2024 Paralympic Games. Read More...
Life Time Reveals Transformed Harbour Island Athletic Club in Tampa
Posted: July 10, 2024 in Chains
TAMPA, FL - With a wait list topping 10,000, Life Time (NYSE: LTH), the nation's premier healthy lifestyle brand, announces the highly anticipated opening of its newest Florida destination, Life Time Harbour Island. Spanning nearly 6.5-acres, the Harbour Island location has been entirely transformed following a multi-million-dollar renovation to become Tampa's only luxury athletic and social destination. Read More...
Matrix Fitness Awarded Contract with OMNIA Partners
Posted: July 10, 2024 in Suppliers
COTTAGE GROVE, WI - Matrix Fitness, one of the world's fastest-growing commercial fitness brands, announces a new 3-year agreement with OMNIA Partners, the largest public and private group purchasing organization in the United States. Matrix Fitness will provide an innovative suite of premium commercial fitness equipment to members of OMNIA Partners' Public and Nonprofit Sectors. Read More...
Mindbody Launches Tailored Insurance for the Fitness and Wellness Industry
Posted: July 10, 2024 in Suppliers
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA - Mindbody, a leading experience technology platform for the wellness industry, announces the launch of Mindbody Insurance, a specialized insurance program designed specifically for Mindbody customers providing comprehensive coverage, support and the most competitive prices reflective of business's actual risk for entrepreneurs and professionals in the fitness and wellness industry. Read More...
Congressional Physical Activity Challenge and Fly-In Celebrates Advocacy Success
Posted: July 10, 2024 in Suppliers
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The fourth annual bipartisan Congressional Physical Activity Challenge, where the fitness industry encouraged Members of Congress to promote the benefits of being physically active by taking part in an effort driven challenge has been heralded as a resounding success. Last year’s winning team, led by Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY), triumphed over their rivals again this year, securing top numbers in two categories. Read More...
