Health and Fitness Club Industry News
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Largest Private Fitness Provider Nationally Moves into Evansville, Indiana
Posted: November 30, 2023 in Chains
EVANSVILLE, IN - Genesis Health Clubs announces the acquisition of Tri-State Athletic Club, effective immediately. The club, now known as Genesis Health Clubs – Tri-State Athletic Club, represents the 66th in the ever-growing Genesis portfolio, and the first in Indiana. Read More...
StretchLab Reaches New Heights with Opening of 400th Studio
Posted: November 29, 2023 in Chains
IRVINE, CA - StretchLab, a global leader in assisted stretching, announces the opening of its 400th location, StretchLab University Village in Colorado Springs. The franchise's 400th studio opens just 8 months after its 300th open studio milestone, with the brand having opened a location every three days in 2023. Having secured over 900 signed franchise agreements, StretchLab also has many more studios in development around the globe. Read More...
Life Time Launches MIORA, First-of-its-Kind Offering for Longevity, Performance and Health Optimization
Posted: November 29, 2023 in Chains
CHANHASSEN, MN - With the national obesity crisis at an all-time high, the need for proactive, personalized solutions to optimize health has never been greater. To address this and growing consumer demand, Life Time (NYSE:LTH), one of the nation's premier healthy lifestyle brands, announces the debut of MIORA Longevity and Performance. The company's first location is now open at Life Time Target Center in Minneapolis, with plans to expand to additional locations. A virtual MIORA offering is also available through the company's telehealth technology. Read More...
USPTA Welcomes Brian Dillman as New Chief Executive Officer
Posted: November 29, 2023 in Suppliers
LAKE NONA, FL - The United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA), Inc. announces the appointment of Brian Dillman as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Dillman will replace John Embree, who announced in April his intention to retire from the USPTA after being at the helm of the association for 11 years. Dillman will begin work on December 11, 2023, and will assume responsibility of the USPTA on January 1, 2024. Read More...
Empire Portfolio Group Debuts New Uptown Charlotte, North Carolina Orangetheory Fitness Studio
Posted: November 27, 2023 in Chains
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Empire Portfolio Group ("Empire"), a leading Area Developer and Franchisee of Orangetheory Fitness, the heart rate-based interval training fitness franchise, announces it will open a new studio in the Uptown area of Charlotte, North Carolina. This new venture magnifies Empire's established footprint in Charlotte, elevating their portfolio to a total of 16 local studios. Read More...
Planet Fitness Launches “Perksfest” With Exclusive Discounts From National Brand Partners to Kickstart Holiday Shopping Season
Posted: November 27, 2023 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 PerksFest is kicking off today through December 11, where all Planet Fitness members can take advantage of special deals from popular brands like Fitbit, Crocs, Hotels.com, Expedia, Blue Apron and more. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Announces Newest Location in Wesley Chapel, Florida
Posted: November 22, 2023 in Chains
WESLEY CHAPEL, FL - Crunch Franchise announces the upcoming opening of Crunch Wesley Chapel, a $5 million, 30,537-square-foot fitness facility, with state-of-the-art equipment. CR Fitness Holdings LLC. is operated by Vince Julien, Geoff Dyer, Tony Scrimale, and Jeff Dotson, who combined have more than 150 years of experience in the fitness industry. The CR Fitness team currently operates 58 locations in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina and Texas. Crunch Wesley Chapel will be the 21st location to open in the Tampa Bay region. CR Fitness currently has six more locations set to open in 2023, with a goal of reaching 100 clubs by 2026. Read More...
Fitness Connection Expands its Reach to Georgia with New Clubs in Stone Mountain and Morrow
Posted: November 22, 2023 in Chains
ATLANTA, GA - Fitness Connection, a leading fitness chain renowned for its high-value gym experience at an affordable price, announces its expansion into the Georgia market with the opening of its first two clubs in Stone Mountain and Morrow. The state-of-the-art facilities, set to open their doors in early 2024, promise to be "Your GYM Come True™" and are the first Fitness Connection locations slated to launch in Georgia. Read More...
EōS Fitness Acquires Fitness Club in Silverado
Posted: November 22, 2023 in Chains
PHOENIX, AZ - EōS Fitness, a national fitness brand rapidly expanding to empower and grow a community of exercise practitioners of all experience levels, acquired UFC Fit Silverado, an MMA-inspired fitness facility in Las Vegas, Nevada, continuing EōS’ ongoing investment and commitment to upgrading the Las Vegas Valley fitness scene. Read More...
SportsArt to Launch Campus Challenge Sweepstakes to Inspire a New Sustainability Movement on College Campuses Nationwide
Posted: November 22, 2023 in Suppliers
SEATTLE, WA - SportsArt, a leader in sustainable fitness and green solutions for over 40 years, is inspiring the next generation of eco-leaders to create a more sustainable planet with its Campus Challenge sweepstakes that will provide one lucky, grand prize-winning campus recreation center with SportsArt ECO-POWR energy-generating cardio equipment valued at over $70,000. The nationwide sweepstakes, designed to bring awareness to sustainable living, urges college students to “accept the challenge” to live more sustainably in order to better our shared world. Read More...
2023 ALS TDI Summit Highlights Collaboration and Progress in ALS Research
Posted: November 22, 2023 in Suppliers
CAMBRIDGE, MA - ALS Therapy Development Institute (ALS TDI) scientists and guest presenters from across the ALS space gathered at the ALS TDI Summit in Boston, Massachusetts, to provide the community with updates on research from the past year. They were joined by an audience from across the ALS community, including people with ALS, families, advocates, researchers, pharmaceutical industry professionals and many more who streamed the event online Here is a recap of what was shared at this year’s ALS TDI Summit... Read More...
Mindbody Announces Product Improvements and “Zero-Cost Software” Potential with Mindbody Marketplace
Posted: November 20, 2023 in Suppliers
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA - Mindbody, a leading experience technology platform for the wellness industry, announces a series of significant product improvements to better support the tens of thousands of fitness, beauty and wellness businesses it serves. Notably, the company aims to be a "zero-cost software" for all customers by driving revenue to its customers through the Mindbody Marketplace, with the potential to offset the cost of its product completely. Read More...
The Atlantic Club Awarded Medical Fitness Association Certified Facility of the Year
Posted: November 17, 2023 in Independents
MANASQUAN and RED BANK, N.J. - The Atlantic Club, health and fitness clubs in Manasquan and Red Bank, announces that they have been awarded the Medical Fitness Association’s Certified Facility of the Year in recognition of its outstanding achievement in meeting the highest standards of MFA certification procedures and guidelines. The Atlantic Club is the first Commercial Medical Fitness Center to be presented with this prestigious award. Read More...
World Gym Australia Elevates Member Experience with Pioneering AI Initiative: Coach Welly
Posted: November 17, 2023 in Chains
AUSTRALIA - With an innovative approach towards increasing member engagement, iconic gym brand World Gym Australia has joined forces with the Australian health tech innovator Coach Welly. The alliance promises to personalize member experiences using AI, aimed at strengthening customer loyalty and satisfaction. This is scheduled to commence in the first quarter of 2024. Read More...
ABC Fitness Earns Triple Recognition from Newsweek as One of America’s Greatest Workplaces in 2023
Posted: November 16, 2023 in Suppliers
FRISCO, TX - ABC Fitness, a leading provider of fitness technology and services, announces it has been named America’s Greatest Workplaces 2023, America's Greatest Workplaces for Job Starters, and America’s Greatest Workplaces for Parents and Families 2023 by Newsweek, a premier global news magazine. This triple recognition underscores ABC Fitness's unwavering commitment to creating a workplace that fosters innovation, inclusivity and growth, catering to team members across various career stages and life circumstances. Read More...
Leading Crunch Franchisee ‘Undefeated Tribe’ Partners with VMG Partners
Posted: November 15, 2023 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Crunch franchisee, Undefeated Tribe, announces its partnership with leading private equity and venture capital firm, VMG Partners, which backs visionary consumer and technology companies. VMG Partners will support the robust growth and strategic vision of Undefeated Tribe and its CEO, Tony Hartl. Read More...
EoS Fitness Raises $110,000 for Challenged Athletes Foundation, Celebrates Inclusive, Active Lifestyles for All
Posted: November 15, 2023 in Chains
PHOENIX, AZ - Dedicated to fostering an inclusive fitness community where everyone regardless of ability or fitness level can focus on their overall well-being, EōS Fitness proudly presented a check for $110,000 to the Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF), a nonprofit on a mission to provide opportunities and support to people with physical disabilities so they can pursue active lifestyles and competitive sports. Read More...
Mike Wilson Joins Peloton as New Canadian General Manager
Posted: November 15, 2023 in Suppliers
CANADA - Peloton announces the appointment of Mike Wilson to the position of General Manager of Canada. Wilson will lead the development and execution of Peloton’s strategy in Canada, including operations, sales and piloting new go-to-market growth strategies in the market. He brings more than 20 years of sales, brand management, integrated marketing and digital experience to Peloton. Read More...
ACE Launches Career Starter Course to Bridge Fitness Industry Skills Gap
Posted: November 15, 2023 in Suppliers
SAN DIEGO, CA - The American Council on Exercise (ACE) announces the Intro to Personal Training: A Career Starter Course, a comprehensive online and self-paced certificate program that addresses health and fitness industry staffing concerns around hiring qualified employees. The program features exercise science fundamentals and hands-on experience to kickstart new staff training, so employees are job-ready in under two weeks. Read More...
National Academy of Sports Medicine Introduces NASM One, the Future of Fitness Career Advancement
Posted: November 15, 2023 in Suppliers
GILBERT, AZ - National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), a global leader in fitness and wellness training, announces the launch of NASM One, an innovative membership program designed to help fitness professionals elevate their career through exclusive discounts, education resources and networking opportunities. Read More...
