Health and Fitness Club Industry News
Monday, May 6th, 2024
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...
ACE Expands Partnership with Precision Nutrition to Launch Vital AI Education to Health and Exercise Professionals
Posted: March 7, 2024 in Suppliers
SAN DIEGO, CA - In a dynamic era where technology continues to revolutionize the health and fitness industry, the American Council on Exercise (ACE) is proud to expand its partnership with Precision Nutrition to launch the AI Bootcamp for Coaches. This first-of-its-kind, on-demand course is designed to equip health and exercise professionals with the essential skills to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) tools effectively into their professional business and practice. Read More...
IHRSA Modernization Continues with New Name
Posted: March 6, 2024 in IHRSA
LOS ANGELES, CA - Marking the next chapter of member service and engagement for an innovative and consumer-focused industry, IHRSA President & CEO Liz Clark today unveiled a new name for the organization: Health & Fitness Association, which she described as a “global community of industry leaders supporting an association committed to advocacy, education, and research.” Read More...
Gold’s Gym Inducts Pete Grymkowski, Ed Connors and Tim Kimber Into Hall of Fame
Posted: March 6, 2024 in Chains
VENICE BEACH, CA - Gold's Gym, the iconic fitness brand known for its legacy in strength and performance training, inducts Pete Grymkowski, Ed Connors and Tim Kimber into the Gold's Gym Hall of Fame. These three individuals have been instrumental in shaping the history and growth of Gold's Gym during the 1980s and 1990s, leading the brand to unprecedented success and establishing its global presence. Read More...
ABC Fitness Launches #ABCFit40 Campaign Celebrating 40 Million Members and 40 Years in the Fitness Technology Industry
Posted: March 6, 2024 in Suppliers
LITTLE ROCK, AR - ABC Fitness, a key tech provider for fitness businesses everywhere, introduces #ABCFit40, an interactive campaign celebrating the company’s 40 years of business. Today, the company is impacting 40 million lives in over 100 countries by supporting people on their fitness and wellbeing journeys whether they are working out in gyms or studios, or tracking healthy habits with their personal training. Read More...
Club Pilates Hits Historic Milestone with Opening of 1,000th Studio in Portland, Oregon
Posted: March 6, 2024 in Chains
IRVINE, CA - Club Pilates, the largest premium boutique Pilates brand, announces the historic milestone of its 1,000th location opening in Portland, Oregon. This studio joins an expansive global network of Club Pilates studios, each offering effective and low impact Reformer-based fitness routines to people of all backgrounds. Read More...
Myzone’s Unique Heart Rate Training Ecosystem Now Available Through Apple and Android Smart Watches
Posted: March 6, 2024 in Suppliers
U.K. - Myzone has announced the launch of MZ-Open, an access function that enables Myzone gym users to experience all the benefits of Myzone’s world renowned heart rate training biome through their pre-owned Apple or Android smart watch. Read More...
9Round Kickboxing Expands Reach with Acquisition of iLoveKickboxing
Posted: March 6, 2024 in Chains
GREENVILLE, S.C. - 9Round Kickboxing Fitness, the world's largest kickboxing franchise, announces its recent acquisition of iLoveKickboxing (ILKB), a prominent kickboxing fitness franchise. This strategic move positions 9Round as the sole proprietor of all 56 ILKB franchise locations across the United States and Canada. Read More...
Life Fitness Delivers on the Future of Fitness, Debuting State-of-the-Art Cardio Line with Next-Gen Biomechanics, Symbio, at IHRSA 2024
Posted: March 5, 2024 in Suppliers
ROSEMONT, IL - Life Fitness, a global leader in commercial fitness equipment, will unveil a new generation of cardio, strength training, and digital product innovations at the 2024 IHRSA Convention & Trade Show. Life Fitness' latest innovations builds on the company's 55-year legacy as a cornerstone in gyms and fitness facilities around the world. Notably, the first-of-its-kind ultra-premium cardio line, Symbio, will debut at IHRSA 2024, following the company's announcement of the four-machine collection in November 2023. Read More...
Club Automation Introduces Innovative Member Experiences and New Technology at IHRSA 2024
Posted: March 5, 2024 in Suppliers
BIRMINGHAM, AL - Club Automation, a leader in management solutions for member-based businesses like health clubs, athletic clubs and racquet sport fitness clubs, will showcase its latest advancements at the upcoming IHRSA 2024 conference in Los Angeles, California. Read More...
Crunch Fitness Norwood Celebrates 10 Years of Serving The Bronx
Posted: March 4, 2024 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Crunch Norwood, a community and a gym for all in the Bronx, is hosting its 10th anniversary party Monday, March 18. Festivities include plenty of free, fun workouts for those who wish to do so, as well as food, drink, live DJ, raffles and face painting. Crunch is the home of the CrunchONE Kickoff, which offers guests and members a roadmap to success on their fitness journeys. Kickoffs include an in-depth review of fitness goals with a certified coach and a printed report of everything discussed, so participants leave with their own unique fitness roadmap. Read More...
Matrix Fitness Debuts Additional Booth, New Equipment and Applicable Education at IHRSA 2024
Posted: March 4, 2024 in Suppliers
COTTAGE GROVE, WI - Matrix Fitness returns to the IHRSA Convention & Tradeshow to highlight new offerings, present research-backed education and celebrate IHRSA’s pivotal change. Show attendees and members of the media are invited to meet with Matrix (Booths 1400 and 1200) at IHRSA 2024, March 6 - 8 in Los Angeles, California at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Read More...
ABC Fitness Pushes the Fitness Technology Industry Forward with Innovations Revealed at IHRSA 2024
Posted: March 4, 2024 in Suppliers
DALLAS, TX - ABC Fitness, a tech provider for fitness businesses everywhere, is proud to showcase the next steps in the company’s comprehensive and integrated platforms at IHRSA 2024, the fitness industry’s largest trade show and conference. ABC Fitness continues to invest in innovation across the portfolio and will be demonstrating their collective power with a focus on increased personalization for members, insights that support growth and data-driven decisions, and automations that allow for more efficiency and member-empowerment. Read More...
Precor Partners with Glutebuilder to Revolutionize Glute Training with New Product Line
Posted: March 4, 2024 in Suppliers
WOODINVILLE, WA - Precor, trusted fitness solution provider to more than 14,000 global facilities, announces its exclusive partnership with Glutebuilder, a trailblazer in innovative and biomechanically focused designs, to introduce an all-new line of patent-pending glute training products. The unveiling of these revolutionary products is scheduled to take place at the IHRSA show in March in Los Angeles, California. Read More...
