Health and Fitness Club Industry News
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Crunch Franchise Announces Sale of 100th Franchise This Year
Posted: October 18, 2016 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Crunch, the health club chain best known for making serious fitness fun through unique programming and cutting-edge training, announces that it has hit a milestone with the recent sale of the 100th Crunch franchise of 2016. This makes the company one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers with well over 600 franchises sold in its first six years and 13 new clubs opening this month alone. Read More...
Penton’s Club Industry Show Successfully Concluded its 31st Event, Drew Engaged Fitness Professionals from Health and Wellness Facilities
Posted: October 18, 2016 in Other News
BOULDER, CO - The Club Industry Show, produced by Penton, wrapped its 31st year, drawing engaged fitness professionals from health and wellness facilities of all types to a new venue, Hyatt Regency Chicago Oct. 12-14. "The ability for attendees and vendors to stay at the same hotel where the event occurred led to a more intimate atmosphere at this year's show," said Pamela Kufahl, Director of Content for Club Industry. "I heard from attendees that they had a much easier time networking with people. They also raved about the conference program and the speakers, which was great to hear since we increased our emphasis on education and networking." Read More...
In-Shape Health Clubs Hires New CEO
Posted: October 18, 2016 in Chains
STOCKTON, CA - In-Shape Health Clubs, one of California’s premier destination for fitness, recreation and fun, announced that its Founder, Paul Rothbard, is stepping down as CEO after 25 years in the post. Rich Nelsen, most recently a senior executive at Starbucks, will replace Mr. Rothbard effective December 1st. Also as part of the succession plan, Mr. Rothbard will retain his ownership in the company and transition to an active role on the In-Shape Board of Directors. Read More...
Gold’s Gym Enters Footwear Market With Vibram Partnership
Posted: October 17, 2016 in Chains
LOS ANGELES, CA - Gold's Gym, a leading authority on health and fitness, has entered into a footwear partnership with global footwear company, Vibram. This partnership speaks to the spirit of innovation and passion for fitness that both companies share. Vibram will develop a Gold's Gym FiveFinger cross training shoe in collaboration with Gold's Gym Fitness Experts. Read More...
ClubCorp Reports Tenth Consecutive Quarter of Growth, Narrows Full Year Outlook, and Initiates Strategy to Reduce Leverage
Posted: October 13, 2016 in Chains
DALLAS, TX - ClubCorp -- The World Leader in Private Clubs (NYSE: MYCC) -- announces financial results for its fiscal-year 2016 third quarter ended September 6, 2016. The third quarter of fiscal 2016 and fiscal 2015 consisted of 12 weeks. Year-to-date results of fiscal 2016 and fiscal 2015 consisted of 36 weeks. All growth percentages refer to year-over-year progress. Third quarter revenue was $259.3 million, up 1.6% due to increases in dues and food and beverage revenue. Third quarter net income was $1.2 million. Third quarter adjusted EBITDA was $59.0 million, up 7.5%. Read More...
October 2016 Cover Story Preview: The Story of Chuck Richards and Sunset Athletic Club
Posted: October 11, 2016 in Other News
Chuck Richards was born and grew up in Tacoma Washington. Like so many kids, from an early age, he was active at his local Y. From the various sports and activities he participated in, he began to shine in swimming. Through high school, he focused on the sport, culminating in the honor of All American and being ranked #3 in the country. This led to a full scholarship to the swimming powerhouse, University of Indiana. Throughout his collegiate career, he was a 2-year All American and National Finalist. At that time, he was not at the Olympic level; however, upon graduation, his sports career did not end. Instead, he was pursued for the Pentathlon, a multidiscipline sport that included running, swimming, pistol shooting, fencing and riding. He began training and competing out of San Antonio in the summer of 1967. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Announces Its New Locations In Long Beach and Cerritos, CA
Posted: October 11, 2016 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Crunch, the health club chain best known for making serious fitness fun through unique programming and cutting-edge training, announces the opening of two of its newest franchise locations in Long Beach and Cerritos, California. Having opened for workouts earlier this year, Crunch Long Beach and Crunch Cerritos bring their 'No Judgments' philosophies and fusion of fitness meets entertainment to their diverse surrounding communities. Read More...
12th Annual Leadership Summit Focuses on Precision Medicine Potential in ALS
Posted: October 11, 2016 in Other News
CAMBRIDGE, MA – The ALS Therapy Development Institute announced the schedule of its 12th Annual Leadership Summit, to be held October 28, 2016 at MassBio in Cambridge, MA. The event is free and open to the public and will feature in-depth looks at the Institute’s lead candidate program, AT-1501, a panel discussion with participants in its Precision Medicine Program and a community-nominated presentation of Leadership Awards. Read More...
New Award Recognizes Innovative Health Professional Training and Education Programs in Nutrition, Physical Activity and Obesity Counseling
Posted: October 11, 2016 in Suppliers
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - The American College of Sports Medicine, the Alliance for a Healthier Generation and the Bipartisan Policy Center have launched the inaugural Innovation Award for Health Care Provider Training and Education. This award recognizes leading health professional training programs that have developed new and innovative ways to provide nutrition, physical activity and obesity counseling education to their students. Three categories of awards are available: schools or programs offering innovative training for future health care professionals; schools or programs offering innovative professional development or graduate training for current health care professionals; and student-led programs offering innovative training or curricula. Applications are open through November 11, 2016. Read More...
Meet the IHRSA Advocate: Your New Guide to Health Club Industry Advocacy
Posted: October 8, 2016 in HFA
BOSTON, MA - Keeping up with the latest industry advocacy information can be challenging. The legislative process can sometimes move quickly and bill revisions can be easily missed. That is why the IHRSA Public Policy Team created the IHRSA Advocate, to allow you to continue effectively managing your business without missing a beat. Read More...
