Health and Fitness Club Industry News
Saturday, July 11th, 2026
Planet Fitness Realigns Leadership Team to Drive Growth Initiatives
Posted: February 13, 2025 in Chains
HAMPTON, N.H. - Planet Fitness, Inc. (NYSE: PLNT), one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers with more members than any other fitness brand, announces it has realigned its leadership team to support the company's strategic imperatives and propel the brand forward. The following appointments will take effect on March 3, 2025... Read More...
Mountainside Fitness Celebrates and Honors Employees at Annual Peak Awards Party
Posted: February 12, 2025 in Chains
SCOTTSDALE, AZ - Mountainside Fitness was proud to celebrate and honor all 1,800 employees at its Annual Peak Awards Party. The yearly employee recognition party was held at Chateau Luxe Phoenix where employees enjoyed a Roaring 20’s themed celebration and the past year’s accomplishments. Mountainside Fitness has been celebrating employees at its Annual Peak Awards Party for the last decade. Each year, the event is held at a large venue and with a new theme. Read More...
Pickleball Kingdom Announces Major Dallas/Fort Worth Expansion
Posted: February 12, 2025 in Chains
DALLAS, TX - Pickleball Kingdom, the world's largest indoor pickleball entity, announces a significant expansion across the Dallas/Fort Worth area. Arshad Nizam is leading the development of the Dallas/Fort Worth area, driving the expansion of new clubs in the region. Read More...
Matrix Fitness Announces Recipients of 2024/2025 Project COURAGE Scholarships
Posted: February 12, 2025 in Suppliers
COTTAGE GROVE, WI - Matrix Fitness has announced the recipients of their Project COURAGE scholarship awards for 2024/2025, selecting seven students and professionals from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Launched in 2023, the Project COURAGE initiative empowers individuals at the 107 HBCUs to explore fitness-related fields and develop relevant skills. Read More...
TRX Launches New Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Tools and Education
Posted: February 12, 2025 in Suppliers
DELRAY BEACH, FL - Functional training leader TRX is advancing into the physical therapy and rehab sector via a three-pronged approach to injury recovery: PT-approved tools for clinic settings, PT-approved science-backed education guide and expert-led rehabilitation programming on the TRX App™ as an at-home supplement to office visits. Read More...
Merrithew Partners with New Reseller Active Lifestyle (China) Ltd.
Posted: February 12, 2025 in Suppliers
TORONTO, ON - Merrithew, a global leader in mindful movement and Pilates equipment, announces its partnership with Active Lifestyle (China) Ltd., a renowned fitness integration solution provider in Mainland China. This strategic collaboration will further expand Merrithew’s presence in the Chinese market, bringing its premium Pilates equipment to fitness enthusiasts and professionals across the country. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Brings State-of-the-Art Fitness Facility to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Posted: February 11, 2025 in Chains
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. - Crunch Fitness announces the grand opening of Crunch Myrtle Beach in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The $3 million state-of-the-art fitness facility is operated by Crunch Fitness franchisee JF Fitness. Crunch Myrtle Beach is located in the Coastal Grand Mall, creating a new fitness offering for residents of Myrtle Beach. Read More...
Escape Fitness Sets New Blueprint For Strength Training With The Launch of LOAD
Posted: February 11, 2025 in Suppliers
WEST CHESTER, OH - Escape Fitness, a global leader in innovative fitness solutions, has unveiled Octagon LOAD or “LOAD”, a groundbreaking strength and functional training system. Developed from years of industry expertise and global insights, LOAD addresses critical challenges faced by fitness facilities, offering a versatile, safe and engaging, results-driven solution that meets the rising demand for strength training. Read More...
BARRE3 Accelerates Growth With Strategic Studio Barre Acquisition
Posted: February 10, 2025 in Chains
PORTLAND, OR - Barre3, a wellness brand renowned for its dedication to women's fitness has acquired San Diego based barre brand, Studio Barre. Their 11 studios across California, Montana, Rhode Island and South Carolina will all become Barre3. Barre3 continues to transform lives through a mindful approach to fitness. Read More...
Pickleball Kingdom Location Announced in Ocala, Florida
Posted: February 6, 2025 in Chains
OCALA, FL - Pickleball Kingdom, the world's largest indoor pickleball entity, announces its newest facility coming to Ocala, Florida. The state-of-the-art facility, which will span 37,000 square feet and feature 13 professional-grade indoor courts, is targeting an opening in the summer of 2025. Read More...
