Health and Fitness Club Industry News
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Life Time Acquires High Performance Lifestyle Training (HPLT) to Complement Health and Wellness Experiences in NYC and Beyond
Posted: April 10, 2025 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Life Time (NYSE: LTH), the nation’s premier healthy lifestyle brand, announces the acquisition of High Performance Lifestyle Training (HPLT), founded by entrepreneur Brian Mazza. As desirability for Life Time continues to grow, this new relationship will further extend Life Time’s presence in the health and wellness landscape in New York City and beyond, bringing unparalleled, curated experiences to Life Time members. Read More...
CR Fitness Holdings Opens 75th Crunch Fitness Location with State-of-the-Art Facility in Colleyville, Texas
Posted: April 7, 2025 in Chains
COLLEYVILLE, TX - Crunch Fitness is bringing its exciting and inclusive fitness experience to Colleyville, Texas, with the opening of its brand-new 3.0 location. CR Fitness Holdings, LLC, led by industry veterans Vince Julien, Geoff Dyer, Tony Scrimale and Jeff Dotson, now operates 75 locations across Texas, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina and Tennessee. With the opening of Crunch Colleyville, the company continues its mission to provide high-quality, affordable fitness options to communities across the country. Read More...
U.S. Health Club and Studio Memberships Increase to Record 77 Million
Posted: April 7, 2025 in HFA
WASHINGTON, D.C. - A record 77 million Americans, or 25% of people aged six and older, were members of a gym, studio or other fitness facility in 2024, according to new data released by the Health & Fitness Association (HFA). When including non-member users, total fitness facility customers reached nearly 96 million, representing close to one in three Americans (31%). The rise in gym and studio participation signals growing interest in structured fitness, as the number of facility members increased by 20% between 2019 and 2024. Read More...
Dr. Jeff Chandler Reflects on Stepping Away and the Legacy of the Strength and Conditioning Journal (SCJ)
Posted: April 7, 2025 in Suppliers
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO - After 27 years as Editor in Chief of the Strength and Conditioning Journal (SCJ), Dr. Jeff Chandler, EdD, FNSCA, will step away from his role in April 2025. The NSCA is grateful for his leadership, dedication to peer-reviewed publishing, and lasting service to the SCJ community. In his farewell message, Dr. Chandler reflects on the journal’s evolution, the importance of quality research and the many individuals who have shaped SCJ’s impact... Read More...
EōS Fitness Crowns 2025 Submit Your Fit Winners
Posted: April 4, 2025 in Chains
DALLAS, TX - EōS Fitness announced its annual Submit Your Fit contest winners for 2025, honoring five extraordinary members whose commitment to health and wellness has powerfully changed their lives. The campaign spotlights EōS members’ strengths, struggles and wins. Their collective experiences inspire and empower others to embark on journeys of their own. Read More...
Bay Club Expands Pacific Northwest Presence with Acquisition of Harbor Square Athletic Club in Greater Seattle Area
Posted: April 3, 2025 in Chains
SAN FRANCISCO, CA - The Bay Club Company ("Bay Club") has announced the strategic acquisition of Harbor Square Athletic Club, a premier fitness, tennis and swim club located just north of Seattle in Edmonds, Washington. This is Bay Club’s third acquisition in the Pacific Northwest since 2023, marking another significant milestone in the company’s ambitious growth trajectory. Read More...
Technogym Opens New US Headquarters in Jersey City
Posted: April 2, 2025 in Suppliers
JERSEY CITY, N.J. - Technogym announces the opening of its new U.S. headquarters in Jersey City. This move marks a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to the U.S. market, reinforcing its dedication to innovation, customer service excellence and operational efficiency. Read More...
Tens of Thousands Anticipated to Play Pickleball Simultaneously Across North America During Inaugural Agassi Open Play Day on April 12
Posted: April 2, 2025 in Chains
CHANHASSEN, MN - Life Time (NYSE: LTH), the nation's premier healthy lifestyle brand and operator of 785 dedicated pickleball courts across North America, is celebrating National Pickleball Month in a big way. On Saturday, April 12, Life Time will host the Inaugural Agassi Open Play Day, inviting thousands of players to take part in simultaneous open play from 12PM to 3PM EST on its pickleball courts across its portfolio of athletic country clubs. Read More...
JETSET Pilates Adds Seasoned Leadership to Drive Nationwide Growth
Posted: April 2, 2025 in Chains
MIAMI, FL - JETSET Pilates, the modern Reformer Pilates franchise known for its curated music and full-body workouts, is strengthening its leadership team with four key hires. The brand welcomes Alex Lyons as Vice President of Product and Talent; Christa Dellebovi as Director of New Studio Openings and Business Management; Uri Kenig as Head of Franchise Operations; and Ricardo Quesada as Vice President of Marketing. Read More...
USTA Names Tracy Davies as General Manager of USA Tennis
Posted: April 2, 2025 in Suppliers
ORLANDO, FL - USTA announces that Tracy Davies has been named to the position of General Manager, USA Tennis. In this new role, Davies will oversee an expanded high performance division that joins Player Development, Pro Circuit, Collegiate, Junior Competition and International Team Events into a single cohesive department. Read More...
