Health and Fitness Club Industry News
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Blink Fitness Puts its Members’ Wellness First by Unlocking Premium Mobile App Access for All, Encouraging Them to Workout Wherever They Feel Comfortable
Posted: March 11, 2020 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Blink Fitness has unlocked all content on its mobile app, previously a premium membership benefit, to all new and existing members until April 30, 2020. For Blink Fitness, the health and safety of members is paramount, and with growing concerns around COVID-19 ruling the national conversation, the premium and affordable gym feels a larger responsibility than ever to support members through their wellness journey, both inside and outside of the gym. Read More...
IHRSA 2020 Is On! Read the Latest Coronavirus Update
Posted: March 3, 2020 in HFA
BOSTON, MA - IHRSA is looking forward to a great IHRSA 2020 in San Diego, proceeding as planned, March 18 - 21, 2020 at the San Diego Convention Center. IHRSA is carefully monitoring developments related to coronavirus and will adhere to any policies put forth by the United States federal government. IHRSA is, therefore, following the Presidential Proclamation on travel restrictions. IHRSA will not be implementing any further restrictions beyond the Presidential Proclamation. IHRSA executive staff are meeting daily and will continue to closely review all guidance from global, federal, and local health authorities to implement what is needed for the good of the show and the good of the industry. IHRSA is committed to ensuring our response during this challenging time is responsibly based in facts, not driven by fear. The following are important and helpful resources to monitor as you finalize your travel plans... Read More...
Former Gold’s Gym Executive Turns Franchisee with Acquisition of 24 Company-Owned Locations
Posted: March 3, 2020 in Chains
DALLAS, TX - Gold's Gym, a trusted fitness authority, has announced that former Senior Vice President of Eastern U.S. Operations and longtime Washington D.C. resident, Matt Clifford, along with Gold's Gym corporate veterans, Brenda Jorgensen and Josh Fuglsby, has purchased the franchise rights to 24 company-owned gyms throughout the D.C. area. CFJ Holdings is the newest addition to the brand's portfolio of area franchisees, which now collectively covers more than 40 Gold's Gym locations across D.C., Maryland and Virginia. Read More...
EXOS Athletes Give It Their All at the 2020 NFL Combine
Posted: March 3, 2020 in Chains
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - EXOS athletes just wrapped the 2020 NFL combine events after eight weeks of training and preparation, which included corrective work and detailed nutrition plans in addition to their speed and strength training. Between the 95 EXOS athletes who participated in the combine, there were 214 top-15 performances across the six drills and 17 #1 performances for position groups. Read More...
Orangetheory Fitness Brings More Life to SXSW 2020
Posted: March 2, 2020 in Chains
BOCA RATON, FL - From March 13 to March 16, Orangetheory Fitness is bringing the magic of its workout to South by Southwest with the multisensory, dynamic activation "HypOThesis." Orangetheory Fitness will showcase its unique trifecta of science, coaching and technology through custom experiences created exclusively for the festival, including engaging, high-tech fitness activities, sought-after guest speakers and an intimate concert with electronic music sister duo Krewella. Read More...
Ecore Raises More Than $5,000 for Challenged Athletes Foundation
Posted: February 27, 2020 in Suppliers
LANCASTER, PA - Ecore recently raised $5,714 for the Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF). CAF provides opportunities and support to people with physical challenges, so they can pursue active lifestyles through physical fitness and competitive athletics. The fundraiser was held in conjunction with Ecore’s annual sales meeting in Los Angeles. Funds were raised through a combination of cash donations as well as a bowling competition where Ecore donated one dollar per pin knocked down. Read More...
ACSM Foundation Announces New Board Members
Posted: February 27, 2020 in Suppliers
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Foundation recently elected four new members to its Board of Directors: Sam Browd, M.D., Ph.D., University of Washington; Michael McBrayer, DJO Global; David Myers, Wolters Kluwer; and Ralph Reiff, Butler University. The foundation also appointed Kristin Belleson, ACSM’s new Chief Executive Officer, as secretary. Read More...
ClubCorp and University of Arizona Athletics Department Partner to Open New Stadium Club
Posted: February 27, 2020 in Chains
DALLAS, TX - ClubCorp – The World Leader in Private Clubs – and The University of Arizona Athletics Department announce plans to open the Arizona Sands Club, a year-round private member club in Arizona Stadium. The Arizona Sands Club, slated to open its doors August 1, 2020, will serve as a gathering and dining spot for alumni, faculty and staff, and the Tucson professional, civic and social community, a valuable addition for the game day experience. Read More...
Steve Nash Fitness Clubs Celebrates a Decade of Success Stories
Posted: February 26, 2020 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Steve Nash Fitness World and Sports Clubs, created around the ethos of 2x time MVP NBA All-Star Steve Nash, is kicking off a new decade of "Success Stories." The popular campaign chooses members of Steve Nash Fitness Club who have changed their lives through fitness. Designed by a world-class athlete, Steve Nash Fitness World and Sports Club aims to create a positive community and embody a holistic, healthy lifestyle. Read More...
FFC Park Ridge General Manager Janet Long Honored With Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce President’s Award
Posted: February 26, 2020 in Chains
CHICAGO, IL - Chicagoland-based Fitness Formula Clubs (FFC) is proud to announce that FFC Park Ridge General Manager, Janet Long, received the President’s Award at the 2020 Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce Annual Night of Community Stars. This year’s event took place on February 15 at Cafe la Cave in Des Plaines, IL. Read More...
