Health and Fitness Club Industry News
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Netpulse and 49ers Fit Launch Native Gym App For Apple Watch
Posted: September 4, 2019 in Suppliers
MUNICH and BOULDER, CO - Netpulse, an eGym Company and a global leader in digital fitness guidance and technology, announced a partnership with 49ers Fit to introduce a gym companion app on Apple Watch. 49ers Fit selected Netpulse for its proven track record to deliver an app that optimizes the end-to-end user experience across check-in, class management, workout analytics and through long-term motivation. Read More...
ClubIntel Announces the Launch of 5th Annual International Health/Fitness Industry Trend Study – What’s All the Rage
Posted: September 3, 2019 in Suppliers
DALLAS, TX - ClubIntel, a global leader in conducting market research related to the health and fitness club industry, has announced the launch of the 5th Annual International Health/Fitness Industry Trend Study - What’s All the Rage. The study has launched through partnerships with a variety of leading global health/fitness organizations and publications. The survey is available in seven languages; English, French, German, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish. Read More...
Elite’s Wally Bronson Retires After 52 Years
Posted: September 2, 2019 in Chains
GLENDALE, WI - After a long and successful tennis career, Wally Bronson, Tennis Director at Elite-River Glen, has announced his retirement. What follows is the story of how he got started in tennis, his favorite moments at Elite and what he plans on doing next. Elite Sports Clubs would like to thank Wally for his many years of dedication and service, and Elite wishes him well in his retirement! Thanks Wally and good luck! Read More...
2019 IHRSA Women’s Leadership Summit Lineup Announced
Posted: August 30, 2019 in HFA
BOSTON, MA - IHRSA, the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association, has announced the lineup for the IHRSA Women’s Leadership Summit, hosted by Athletic Business, on November 14, 2019, in Orlando, FL. Debbie Peterson, business coach, author, and speaker, will kick off the event with a keynote titled “Mindset Strategies for Career Growth.” And, Michele Melkerson-Granryd, IHRSA Board Member and General Manager of Castle Hill Fitness 360 in Austin, TX, will moderate “People, Perspective, & Purpose,” a panel discussion with three influential industry leaders: Lynne Brick, Carol Nalevanko and Greta Wagner. Read More...
Genesis’ Kansas City Racquet Club Begins Major Renovation
Posted: August 29, 2019 in Chains
MERRIAM, KS - Genesis Health Clubs has announced that it has begun a multi-million dollar renovation on their Kansas City Racquet Club location. By the end of the project, members will see new flooring, finishes, equipment, amenities, and completely revamped and remodeled luxury locker rooms. Read More...
Olympia Weekend Announces Record Prize Money, Expanded Expo and Celebrity Appearances
Posted: August 29, 2019 in Other News
NEW YORK, N.Y. - The fitness industry's most celebrated tradition returns to Las Vegas September 12 - 15 with the world's most prestigious physique titles on the line. Olympia Weekend is set to award more than $1.4 million in prize money, eclipsing its previous mark, making this year's event the most lucrative bodybuilding and fitness championship of all time. Read More...
Blink Fitness Inks Multi-Unit Deals Representing Nearly 40 Units
Posted: August 28, 2019 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Blink Fitness, a premium-quality, affordable fitness concept that creates an unmistakable and incomparable Feel Good Experience, has hit its stride with multi-unit franchising. In the past few months, Blink has signed three major franchise development agreements representing nearly 40 units in Sacramento, Boston and Nashville. These deals increase the brand's franchise footprint by 50%. Read More...
ClubReady Extends Member Experience Capabilities for the Fitness Industry Through New Partner Initiatives
Posted: August 28, 2019 in Suppliers
ST. LOUIS, MO - ClubReady has announced a new technology partner structure designed around member experience innovation in the fitness industry. This development heightens both the innovation and service-oriented structures deployed by ClubReady earlier this year. This latest development is extending innovation capabilities for fitness studios. Read More...
Peloton Announces Filing Of Registration Statement For Proposed Initial Public Offering
Posted: August 28, 2019 in Suppliers
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Peloton Interactive, Inc. has announced that it has filed a registration statement on Form S-1 with the Securities and Exchange Commission relating to the proposed initial public offering of its Class A common stock. The number of shares to be offered and the price range for the proposed offering have not yet been determined. Peloton has applied to list its Class A common stock on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the ticker symbol "PTON." Read More...
Ecore Athletic Debuts Turf Collection
Posted: August 28, 2019 in Suppliers
LANCASTER, PA - Ecore, a manufacturer of safe, ergonomic and acoustic performance surfaces for commercial and athletic markets, announces the release of its new Ecore Athletic Turf Collection featuring a total of five unique surfaces, including three that are new to market. Read More...
