Health and Fitness Club Industry News
Monday, January 12th, 2026
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...
24 Hour Fitness Awards $1,000 for Excellence in Youth Coaching with San Diego Wave
Posted: September 4, 2024 in Chains
SAN DIEGO, CA - 24 Hour Fitness, a leader in the health and fitness industry, announces the recognition of two exceptional San Diego coaches and youth mentors, all during the highly anticipated soccer match between the San Diego Wave and their Southern California rival Angel City FC. Read More...
Burn Boot Camp Announces New Convenient Meal Service
Posted: September 3, 2024 in Chains
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Burn Boot Camp, a leader in the fitness industry, announces Burn Boot Camp Meals, a new chef-prepared meal service designed to provide protein-packed, delicious, and convenient options to support busy individuals. Read More...
ACE Partners with Enrollment First, Inc. to Provide Insurance Options for Exercise Professionals and Health Coaches
Posted: September 3, 2024 in Suppliers
SAN DIEGO, CA - The American Council on Exercise announces a new partnership with Enrollment First, Inc., a leading provider of insurance solutions. This collaboration aims to offer comprehensive insurance options specifically tailored for ACE exercise professionals and health coaches across the nation. Read More...
PTR, PPR Announce 20% Membership Growth Over Past Year
Posted: August 31, 2024 in Suppliers
WESLEY CHAPEL, FL - The Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) and Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR) announces a remarkable 20% growth in membership over the past year, solidifying their positions as leading global coaching organizations. The combined membership among PTR and its umbrella organizations has surged from 19,000 to 23,000 members. Read More...
Gold’s Gym Partners With University of Texas Star Quarterback Quinn Ewers
Posted: August 30, 2024 in Chains
DALLAS, TX - Gold's Gym, one of the world's most iconic fitness brands, has entered a new partnership with University of Texas starting QB Quinn Ewers for his junior year as he and the Longhorns begin their first season in the powerhouse Southeastern Conference. The partnership with Ewers will continue through the academic year. Terms of the agreement are not being disclosed. Read More...
EGYM is Expanding its Customer Success Training to Include the EGYM Education Portal
Posted: August 30, 2024 in Suppliers
DENVER, CO - EGYM's customer success model, including its popular on-site training and continuing education programs for trainers and staff, is receiving a comprehensive, innovative upgrade: the brand-new EGYM Education Portal, set to go live at the beginning of 2025. This digital learning portal was developed to maximize the success of any health and fitness facility using the EGYM ecosystem. Read More...
IHRSA Fitness Brasil Rebrands to Fitness Brasil Expo
Posted: August 30, 2024 in IHRSA
BRAZIL - IHRSA Fitness Brasil is being rebranded as Fitness Brasil Expo, organizers of the event announced during this year's show August 22 - 24 at the Transamérica Expo in São Paulo, Brazil. The new name will take effect with the 2025 show, which is set for August 28 - 30, 2025, in São Paulo. Read More...
Freemotion Partners with Grupo Multi to Expand Presence in Brazilian Fitness Market
Posted: August 30, 2024 in Suppliers
BRAZIL - Freemotion, a leading innovator in fitness equipment and part of the iFIT group, announces a strategic partnership with Grupo Multi, a diversified and innovative Brazilian fitness distribution company. This exciting collaboration marks a significant expansion of Freemotion's presence in the Brazilian fitness market. Read More...
Fitness On Demand Announces First Reformer Partnership with BodyBase
Posted: August 30, 2024 in Suppliers
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - Fitness On Demand announces its latest partnership with BodyBase, a pioneer in innovative reformer fitness machines for homes, hotels and studios. This collaboration will deliver the first ever unparalleled fitness experience through our cutting-edge digital content and BodyBase’s world-class equipment and redefined reformer classes. Read More...
