Health and Fitness Club Industry News
Wednesday, April 24th, 2024
Dan Santorum Leaves PTR After Four Decades of Service
Posted: March 22, 2024 in Suppliers
WESLEY CHAPEL, FL - After four decades of dedicated service, Dan Santorum is departing PTR. Dan has been an instrumental part of PTR’s global growth and success. PTR plans to promptly begin a search for a new CEO. In the interim, Karl Hale, former PTR Board Chair, will step in and assume, on an interim basis, the CEO responsibilities as PTR works through the search process. Read More...
ACSM Releases 2023 Certification Annual Report
Posted: March 21, 2024 in Suppliers
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - The 2023 ACSM Certification Annual Report is now available for download. Gain insights into how ACSM's certification portfolio performed, updates on the ACSM Committee on Certification and Registry Boards (CCRB) strategy for lifelong learning, and highlights of CCRB's advocacy and outreach efforts in collaboration with the Coalition for the Registration of Exercise Professionals (CREP) and the Physical Activity Alliance. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Announces its Newest Location in Medford, Oregon
Posted: March 20, 2024 in Chains
MEDFORD, OR - Crunch Franchise announces the upcoming opening of Crunch Medford, a 43,000-square foot gym with state-of-the-art facility and $5M in new equipment, projected to open its doors in summer 2024. Brian Hibbard serves as the Chief Executive Officer for Fitness Ventures LLC, which owns and operates Crunch Fitness locations across the U.S, including the recent opening in Eugene, Oregon. Read More...
Equinox Group Secures Strategic Investments to Refinance Existing Loans and Support Growth as the Global Leader in High Performance Living
Posted: March 20, 2024 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Equinox, an authority in high performance luxury living, announces it has secured approximately $1.8 billion in new capital to refinance maturing loans as well as to fund general corporate purposes and growth, including new clubs. Read More...
ALS Therapy Development Institute, Answer ALS and Microsoft Announce Groundbreaking Data Sharing Collaboration
Posted: March 20, 2024 in Suppliers
CAMBRIDGE, MA - The ALS Therapy Development Institute (ALS TDI), Answer ALS and Microsoft announce a collaboration that will bring together the two largest existing clinical and omics data sets relating to ALS. Through this partnership, comprehensive data collected through ALS TDI’s ALS Research Collaborative (ARC) will be added to Neuromine, an innovative data portal launched in 2021 by Answer ALS and powered by Microsoft Azure. Read More...
Wello Works Redefines Work-Life Balance with Dual-Concept Space, Launching Soon in Australia and the United States
Posted: March 19, 2024 in Chains
AUSTRALIA - Tony de Leede, renowned wellness entrepreneur, is set to make waves in the world of coworking with the grand opening of Wello Works in Rosebery, Sydney, Australia on March 11 and Sandy Springs, Atlanta USA on April 15. This groundbreaking space introduces a dual-concept approach, seamlessly integrating coworking and wellness under one roof. Wello Works comprises two distinct spaces, Wello Coworking and the Wello Collective, each designed to cater to the diverse needs of today's consumer. Read More...
10 Fitness Amplifies Member Results Through Expanded MyZone Partnership
Posted: March 19, 2024 in Chains, Suppliers
LITTLE ROCK, AR - 10 Fitness announces the growth of its successful partnership with MyZone, enhancing the fitness experience and delivering remarkable results for its members. The collaboration between 10 Fitness and MyZone brings a suite of benefits that propels members towards their fitness goals. 10 Fitness is committed to providing cutting-edge resources like MyZone to help members enjoy their fitness journey while achieving tangible results. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Announces Newest Location in Poinciana, Florida
Posted: March 18, 2024 in Chains
POINCIANA, FL - Crunch Franchise announces the opening of Crunch Poinciana, a 35,000-square-foot state-of-the-art fitness facility for the Poinciana community. Crunch Poinciana is owned by CR Fitness Holdings LLC. CR Fitness is operated by Vince Julien, Geoff Dyer, Tony Scrimale, and Jeff Dotson, who have more than 150 years of combined experience in the fitness industry. The CR Fitness team operates 62 Crunch locations in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and Texas and has 16 more locations set to open in 2024. CR Fitness will also open its first Tennessee location in Knoxville this year and is working towards a goal of operating 100 clubs by 2026. Read More...
Anaheim Ducks Announce 24 Hour Fitness as Official Sponsor of Learn Her Way Girls Hockey Program
Posted: March 18, 2024 in Chains
ANAHEIM, CA - The Anaheim Ducks and 24 Hour Fitness, a 40-year leader in health and fitness, announce a partnership agreement with the goal of increasing girls participation in hockey and encouraging physical activity for a new generation through the Learn Her Way girls hockey program. 24 Hour fitness will amplify the growth of girls hockey by supporting the Anaheim Ducks Learn Her Way program, which provides ice time, hockey equipment and coaching to ensure all girls in attendance receive guidance. Additionally, 24 Hour Fitness will serve as the presenting partner of The Players Lounge podcast on Ducks Stream, the official 24/7 streaming network of the Anaheim Ducks. Read More...
IHRSA 2024 Hits a High Note with Association’s New Name and Increased Attendance Numbers
Posted: March 15, 2024 in IHRSA
BOSTON, MA - The 2024 IHRSA Convention & Trade Show wrapped last week with buzz about the organization's new name launch and targeted mission to be the global community for health and fitness leaders focused on advocacy, education and research. The association’s new name is the Health & Fitness Association. IHRSA 2024 welcomed more than 350 exhibitors, 150 speakers, and 8,700 fitness professionals, which preliminary numbers show is a double-digit increase in overall attendance from last year. Read More...
World Gym: A Global Fitness Odyssey Returns Home
Posted: March 15, 2024 in Chains
LOS ANGELES, CA - In the ever-evolving world of fitness, few names resonate as powerfully as World Gym. With a legacy that spans decades, World Gym has become synonymous with strength and a commitment to excellence. But, the World Gym concept, much like the individuals who walk through its doors, has embarked on its own journey of transformation. Refined and improved overseas, this iconic brand has now made its return to the U.S., bringing with it a global perspective on fitness that is both invigorating and inspiring. Read More...
Ramona Husaru Named USPTA Chief Development Officer
Posted: March 14, 2024 in Suppliers
LAKE NONA, FL - The United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA), Inc. announces the promotion of Ramona Husaru to Chief Development Officer from her prior position as director of education and certification. In her new role, Ramona will lead the organization’s learning development, growth initiatives and strategic partnerships for all racquet sports, including tennis, pickleball, padel and platform tennis, under the organization’s mission to elevate the standards of racquet sports professionals. Read More...
Gold’s Gym SoCal Welcomes New Vice President of Technology, Bryan Taylor, to the Team
Posted: March 13, 2024 in Chains
LOS ANGELES, CA - Gold’s Gym SoCal, the original home of transformative fitness workouts, announces the appointment of Bryan Taylor as the new Vice President of Technology. This strategic addition comes as the organization celebrates its 35th anniversary and prepares for a significant phase of growth and technological advancement. This year marks the start of a $15 million investment in transformative remodels across an additional 10 clubs in the market, underscoring Gold's Gym SoCal's commitment to staying at the forefront of the fitness industry and inspiring members to reach their fitness goals. Read More...
Planet Fitness and Megan Thee Stallion Release a Second Co-Branded Merch Collection “Thee Hottie Drop” in Honor of Women’s History Month
Posted: March 13, 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 its second drop of limited-edition, co-branded merch with Megan Thee Stallion, also known as 'Mother Fitness.' In support of women's empowerment, 'Thee Hottie Drop' will be available for purchase through March 31, or until supplies last. Planet Fitness will donate 100% of its sale profits* to both Pete & Thomas Foundation and SeekHer Foundation to empower women and advance their mental and physical wellness. Read More...
CDM Fitness Holdings Grows Pacific Northwest Footprint with Purchase of Seven Tacoma-Area Planet Fitness Clubs
Posted: March 12, 2024 in Chains
KENT, WA - CDM Fitness Holdings (CDM), an SBJ Capital portfolio company [based in Foxborough, MA, with an office in Kent, WA] and one of the largest developers and operators of fitness clubs under the Planet Fitness brand, announces the purchase of seven Tacoma, Washington-area Planet Fitness clubs from Jeg Viper LLC of Philadelphia. The properties total nearly 162,000 square feet. This transaction (which did not involve brokers) grants CDM the rights to build and operate additional clubs in the Tacoma area. Read More...
ClassPass Expands Inventory and Begins Testing Food & Beverage Offerings
Posted: March 12, 2024 in Suppliers
NEW YORK, N.Y. - ClassPass, a leading fitness and wellness membership, announces the launch of food and beverage offerings onto the roster of experiences bookable through ClassPass. This exciting addition marks a significant milestone in ClassPass' mission to encourage people to live inspired lives every day by seamlessly connecting them to soul-nurturing experiences. Read More...
Therabody Expands Investment in Science with $10 Million Research Pledge, Scientific Partnerships and Official Scientific Advisory Board
Posted: March 12, 2024 in Suppliers
LOS ANGELES, CA - Therabody, a leader in wellness technology, announces the investment of more than $10M to fund initiatives that will continue to drive innovation and the scientific validation of their products. The company also announced the formalization of their Scientific Advisory Board, and significantly, a partnership with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), the global research leader in the field of exercise, physical fitness and sports medicine. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Announces Newest Location in Monrovia, California
Posted: March 11, 2024 in Chains
MONROVIA, CA - Crunch Franchise announces the grand opening of Crunch Monrovia, a 30,000-square-foot state-of-the-art fitness facility in the heart of Monrovia, California. Crunch Monrovia will take the place of a former Bed, Bath and Beyond, creating a new fitness offering for Monrovia's 37,500 residents. Crunch Monrovia is owned by Harman Fitness, one of the biggest Crunch franchisees with currently 37 clubs in 5 states across the country. The Harman Fitness team has plans to open several more locations later this year in Long Beach, CA and Houston, TX. Read More...
Merrithew Commemorates 35 Years of Evolving Mindful Movement
Posted: March 7, 2024 in Suppliers
TORONTO, ON - This year, Merrithew, Leaders in Mindful Movement, proudly celebrates its 35th anniversary. Beginning as a studio in Toronto, Merrithew has grown into a globally recognized brand, known for its excellence in mind-body education and equipment. Today, the company has trained over 80,000 students across more than 135 countries. Read More...
24 Hour Fitness Partners With Angel City Football Club as Founding Level Partner to Champion Community Wellness and Youth Soccer Development
Posted: March 7, 2024 in Chains
CARLSBAD, CA - 24 Hour Fitness, a leading health club industry pioneer with over 275 locations across the United States, headquartered in Southern California announces a partnership with Angel City Football Club (ACFC). This collaboration aims to foster community wellness, promote women's fitness, and support youth soccer development, marking a significant step forward in both organizations' commitment to health and inclusivity. 24 Hour Fitness joins as a multi-year Founding Level Partner. Read More...
