Health and Fitness Club Industry News
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Equinox Opens Iconic New Hollywood Location
Posted: October 7, 2016 in Chains
LOS ANGELES, CA - Equinox, the high performance lifestyle leader, announced the opening of Equinox Hollywood, its 24th club in California and 84th club globally. Located in the epicenter of Hollywood's thriving cultural rebirth, Equinox Hollywood is emblematic of the area's evolution from classic entertainment industry destination to high performance living community. An early adopter in the neighborhood's ongoing resurgence, Equinox saw a significant opportunity to serve this particular area of Hollywood, as a new destination for its residents and neighboring communities. Read More...
Inaugural IHRSA Get Active Leadership Award Presented on Capitol Hill
Posted: October 3, 2016 in HFA
WASHINGTON, D.C. - On September 21, IHRSA launched its first annual IHRSA Get Active Leadership Award created to honor members of Congress that have led pro-physical activity legislation and initiatives. The award presentations were conducted as part of a Lobby Day hosted by the PHIT Coalition, a group championing the PHIT bill. Read More...
Cycle For Survival Launches 2017 Battle To Beat Rare Cancers: Over 1,000 Supporters Rally In Times Square
Posted: October 3, 2016 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Cycle for Survival, the movement to beat rare cancers, welcomed more than 1,000 supporters to Times Square on September 30 for the fourth annual Times Square Takeover, an all-day celebration featuring seven high-energy cycling rides on stationary bikes, led by instructors from Equinox, Cycle for Survival’s founding partner. The Times Square Takeover was presented by smartwater, the longstanding official hydration sponsor. T-shirts were provided by New Balance, the official apparel sponsor. Read More...
Fitness Equipment Market to Reach $12.885 Billion, Globally, by 2022 – Allied Market Research
Posted: October 3, 2016 in Other News
PORTLAND, OR - A new report published by Allied Market Research, titled, "World Fitness Equipment Market by Type, End-User, and Geography-Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2014-2022," projects that the global fitness equipment market is estimated to reach $12.885 billion by 2022. Asia-Pacific is expected to witness the fastest growth, owing to increasing demand from developing countries such as India and China. Read More...
Fitness On Demand Launches New London-Based UK Office
Posted: October 3, 2016 in Suppliers
CHANHASSEN, MN - In a committed strategy to continue growth in Europe, Fitness On Demand announced the opening of its new office in the United Kingdom, with a focus on maintaining a dominant market-share position as the leading virtual fitness provider. With a direct office based in London, FOD will have dedicated resources to provide local customers instant access to sales and support. Read More...
Coronado’s Ben Press Receives USPTA Lifetime Achievement Award; Kirk Anderson Named 2016 USPTA Professional of the Year
Posted: September 30, 2016 in Suppliers
INDIAN WELLS, CA - Ben Press was honored with the 2016 George Bacso Lifetime Achievement Award by the United States Professional Tennis Association. Press who passed away Friday, September 9, was posthumously recognized during the annual awards ceremony at the USPTA World Conference at the Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort & Spa in Indian Wells, CA, on Tuesday, September 27. Kirk Anderson of Portland, Or, was also honored with the 2016 Alex Gordon Award for the USPTA Professional of the Year by the United States Professional Tennis Association. Read More...
In-Shape Health Clubs Offers Expanded Programming for Older Adults Through Participation in the Silver&Fit National Network of Fitness Centers
Posted: September 28, 2016 in Chains
STOCKTON, CA - In-Shape Health Clubs, California’s premier destination for fitness, recreation and fun, is announces that it is now providing the Silver&Fit Exercise and Healthy Aging program at more than 50 of its 72 locations throughout California. The addition of the Silver&Fit program means that In-Shape now offers no-cost or low-cost access to eligible older adults at almost every club in California. Read More...
GoodLife Fitness Will Add 600 New Positions As Growth Continues
Posted: September 28, 2016 in Chains
LONDON, ONTARIO - GoodLife Fitness announced that the company will hire 600 new Associates in clubs across Canada by the end of August 2017. The Canadian owned and operated company will open 15 GoodLife Fitness clubs across the country. In November, GoodLife will also celebrate the grand opening of a new 60,000 square foot Home Office, in London, Ontario. Read More...
Stacy Anderson Promoted To Brand President Of Anytime Fitness
Posted: September 27, 2016 in Chains
WOODBURY, MN - Anytime Fitness announces the promotion of Stacy Anderson to the new position of Brand President. Anderson, who has served as the company's Chief Marketing Officer since 2012, will lead Anytime Fitness' business unit and steer the continuing evolution of the franchise's business model. Read More...
Cycle For Survival Returns To Times Square To Launch 2017 Battle To Beat Rare Cancers
Posted: September 27, 2016 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Cycle for Survival, the movement to beat rare cancers, will welcome nearly 1,000 supporters to Times Square on September 30 for the fourth annual Times Square Takeover. This inspiring, all-day celebration will feature high-energy stationary cycling rides led by instructors from Equinox, Cycle for Survival's founding partner. This year's event is presented by smartwater, Cycle for Survival's longstanding official hydration sponsor. Read More...
