Health and Fitness Club Industry News
Monday, September 14th, 2026
CR Fitness Holdings Leads the Charge in Fitness Innovation: Advancing Group Fitness Strength Training and Pilates Trends in Crunch Fitness Clubs
Posted: March 10, 2025 in Chains
TAMPA, FL - CR Fitness Holdings, the fastest-growing, top Crunch Fitness franchisee, continues revolutionizing the fitness industry by using member feedback to influence the Crunch Fitness Brand. Under the leadership of CEO, Tony Scrimale, and Vice President of Group Fitness, Alyssa D'Aquino, CR Fitness Holdings has played a pivotal role in shaping group fitness trends, including the rise of strength training and Pilates-based formats. Read More...
JETSET Pilates Reaches 100 Locations Sold, Paving the Way for Explosive Growth Ahead
Posted: March 10, 2025 in Chains
MIAMI, FL - JETSET Pilates, the modern Reformer Pilates franchise combining curated music and fitness for the ultimate revitalizing experience, announces the sale of its 100th franchise location. This milestone highlights the brand's rapid ascent as the premier destination for a transformative, high-end Pilates experience accessible to communities nationwide. Read More...
ABC Fitness and Truemed Partner to Unlock Healthcare Funds for Eligible Fitness Investments
Posted: March 7, 2025 in Suppliers
LITTLE ROCK, AR - ABC Fitness, a global leader in fitness technology solutions, announces a new partnership with Truemed, a healthcare payment provider that enables eligible Americans to use their Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) funds for qualified medical expenses. Read More...
Life Time Debuts 14th Athletic Country Club in Illinois and Nation’s Second MIORA Performance & Longevity Clinic
Posted: March 6, 2025 in Chains
EVANSTON, IL - Life Time (NYSE: LTH), the nation's premier healthy lifestyle brand, announces the opening of Life Time Evanston, the 14th Life Time in Illinois, and the company's second athletic country club in the country to feature its exclusive MIORA Performance and Longevity Clinic. Read More...
ACSM Announces 2025 Certified Professional of the Year
Posted: March 6, 2025 in Suppliers
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Michael Stack, ACSM-EP, EIM, ACSM-PAPHS has been named the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Certified Professional of the Year for 2025. Stack received the award during the 2025 IDEA & ACSM Health & Fitness Summit in Denver, Colorado. Read More...
NASM Partners with NPC and IFBB Pro League to Elevate Athlete Health and Performance in the Physique and Bodybuilding Community
Posted: March 6, 2025 in Suppliers
GILBERT, AZ - National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), a global leader in fitness and wellness training and certifications, announces a groundbreaking partnership with the National Physique Committee (NPC) and the International Federation of Bodybuilding & Fitness Professional League (IFBB Pro League), to enhance athlete health, safety and performance through certification programs tailored for physique and bodybuilding coaches. Read More...
Health & Fitness Association Rebrands its Official Publication as Health & Fitness Business
Posted: March 3, 2025 in HFA
BOSTON, MA - The Health & Fitness Association (HFA) has rebranded its Association magazine: Club Business International (CBI) is now Health & Fitness Business (HFB). The new brand, launching with the March edition, brings a bold new look and a re-imagined approach to its content. Read More...
UFC GYM Sets the Stage for Further Global Expansion, Opening 45 Locations Worldwide in 2025
Posted: February 27, 2025 in Chains
LAS VEGAS, NV - UFC GYM, the groundbreaking extension UFC, will set a bold new standard for fitness in 2025, expanding its reach to new corners of the globe. Read More...
ABC Fitness Invests in Personal Trainer Growth with Groundbreaking New Academy
Posted: February 27, 2025 in Suppliers
LITTLE ROCK, AR - ABC Trainerize, the coaching and client engagement app from ABC Fitness, has officially launched ABC Trainerize Academy, a comprehensive education platform designed to elevate the professional expertise of personal trainers and health and wellness coaches. Read More...
ClassPass Partners with RockBox Fitness, Bringing High-Energy Boxing-Based Training to Members
Posted: February 27, 2025 in Suppliers
NEW YORK, N.Y. - ClassPass, a leading fitness and wellness membership offering access to thousands of studios, gyms and spas globally, announces a national partnership with RockBox Fitness, the franchise known for its dynamic boxing-based classes. Read More...
