Health and Fitness Club Industry News
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Ruth Stricker Honored For Her Many Lifelong Contributions As A Humanitarian
Posted: August 10, 2019 in Independents
MINNETONKA, MN - Ruth Stricker, humanitarian, wellness pioneer and international spokesperson for the mind-body connection was honored on August 9th at The Marsh, A Center for Balance and Fitness with the presentation of an artistic life casting of her hands by renowned sculptor Don F. Wiegand. The life casts capture Ruth’s hands in the fluid movement of Tai Chi, symbolizing her roots, philosophy and her life’s work dedicated to balance. Read More...
Club Fit Donates New Windscreens to Yorktown Pickleball Courts
Posted: August 8, 2019 in Chains
NEW YORK - Club Fit is excited to have donated protective windscreens to put the finishing touch on the new pickleball courts at Granite Knolls Sports & Recreation Complex. The Town of Yorktown recently unveiled brand new outdoor pickleball courts at the Granite Knolls Sports & Recreation Complex. Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in the U.S., according to the USAPA (USA Pickleball Association). This fun, social game blends elements of tennis, racquetball, and ping-pong. Read More...
Columbia Athletic Club 2019 Grand Reopening Celebration
Posted: August 8, 2019 in Chains
COLUMBIA, MD - Columbia Athletic Club has reopened after being closed for renovations for seven months. The new, modernized club features a more welcoming front entrance with a living wall of plants to greet members before their favorite workout. But, it’s more than just that. They’ve launched two new programs, TRIBE Team Training and CACycle, to help members make this year their best year. Other new features include... Read More...
HydroMassage Introduces All-New Lounge 440X; Next Generation of Water Massage
Posted: August 8, 2019 in Suppliers
CLEARWATER, FL - Celebrating 30 years of innovation, HydroMassage announces the introduction of the all-new Lounge 440X, designed with a focus on recovery and wellness. Starting with the massage experience, users will enjoy a smoother, more-focused massage, a more ergonomically-designed seating position and an extra 7" of massage area. Other key highlights of the new Lounge include... Read More...
ClubIntel Announces the Upcoming Launch of 5th Annual International Health/Fitness Industry Trend Study – What’s All the Rage
Posted: August 6, 2019 in Suppliers
DALLAS, TX - ClubIntel, a global leader in conducting market research related to the health and fitness club industry, has announced that it will be launching the 5th Annual International Health/Fitness Industry Trend Study – What’s All the Rage in September of 2019. The survey, available in seven languages, will be distributed in early September to fitness operators and professionals around the world by our 19 international partners. Read More...
YogaFit Announces the Introduction of YogaFit Foundations Online Course
Posted: August 5, 2019 in Chains
LAS VEGAS, NV - For over two decades, YogaFit has stood out as a leader and innovator in the yoga education industry. Over the years, they have helped educate and support countless individuals, having grown their community to over 250,000 individuals worldwide. YogaFit now announces something new to their already diverse and valuable line of yoga teacher training and education programs: The YogaFit Foundations Online Course. Read More...
Anytime Fitness Announces Franchise Development Plans for New York; Targets Rochester & Buffalo
Posted: August 5, 2019 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Anytime Fitness, one of the world's fastest-growing fitness franchises, has announced plans to introduce over 25 new gyms in targeted areas throughout New York with a specific focus in Rochester and Buffalo. The community-focused brand will ramp up growth through strategic franchise partnerships and aims to open the new locations within the next three years. Read More...
IHRSA Announces World Wellness Weekend Collaboration
Posted: August 2, 2019 in HFA
BOSTON, MA - IHRSA, the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association, and World Wellness Weekend are excited to announce their collaboration in promoting the third annual World Wellness Weekend, running September 21-22, 2019. On World Wellness Weekend, spas, fitness centers, salons, yoga studios and sports organizations will open their doors to the community, offering fun, free wellness activities. This weekend provides an opportunity for fitness, beauty, tourism and sport professionals to showcase their diverse offerings, and for community members to experience new wellness services in places they may never have tried before. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Announces Its Newest Locations in Topeka, Kansas and Champaign, Illinois
Posted: July 31, 2019 in Chains
TOPEKA, KS and CHAMPAIGN, IL - Crunch Franchise announces the December 2019 opening of a $3 million, 24-hour fitness facility in Topeka, Kansas. The 32,000 square-foot club will be located on Topeka Boulevard and be part of the Holiday Square Shopping Center, which is currently undergoing a $15 million redevelopment. Crunch Franchise also announces the December 2019 opening of a $6 million, 24-hour fitness facility in Champaign, Illinois. The 36,000 square-foot club will be located on Anthony Drive in the former Toys "R" Us space. Read More...
Retro Fitness Names Former Starbucks Exec CEO
Posted: July 31, 2019 in Chains
COLTS NECK, N.J. - Retro Fitness, a leader in the high-value, low-price fitness space announces the appointment of Andrew Alfano as CEO. With more than 25 years in retail and franchising, he has built leading teams to drive customer experience, product innovation and brand expansion. Alfano joins Retro Fitness at a pivotal time in its growth and development. Read More...
