Health and Fitness Club Industry News
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Life Time Foundation Awards Over $1.5 Million in Grants in 2024 to Support Environmental- and Youth-Focused Initiatives Nationwide
Posted: January 8, 2025 in Chains
CHANHASSEN, MN - The Life Time Foundation, the 501(c)(3) non-profit of Life Time (NYSE: LTH) dedicated to fostering a healthier planet and empowering healthy youth, distributed more than $1.5 million in grants to various organizations across the United States in 2024. These funds played a key role in supporting organizations that advance the Foundation's core initiatives: Healthy Planet, Youth Movement and Youth Nutrition. Read More...
VASA Fitness Debuts STUDIO LFT Strength Training in Four Colorado Clubs
Posted: January 8, 2025 in Chains
GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO - VASA Fitness announces the opening of STUDIO LFT boutique-style strength training in four clubs in Colorado. Once the Colorado pilot concludes, VASA will communicate plans to roll out STUDIO LFT in both new and existing clubs across eight states. Read More...
Daxko Acquires Applications Research to Deepen Commitment to Jewish Community Centers
Posted: January 8, 2025 in Suppliers
BIRMINGHAM, AL - Daxko, a global leader in health, wellness and nonprofit technology, announces the acquisition of Applications Research and its flagship product, QuattroC, a trusted platform for Jewish Community Centers (JCCs) and YMCAs. Read More...
Health, Exercise and Fitness Dominate Americans’ New Year’s Resolutions
Posted: January 7, 2025 in HFA
WASHINGTON, D.C. - As 2025 begins, a nationwide survey by the Health & Fitness Association (HFA) reveals that health, fitness and exercise are at the forefront of Americans’ New Year’s resolutions. Of the estimated 159 million adults planning to set goals, 60%—or approximately 96 million Americans—intend to focus on health, fitness and exercise, making it the most popular theme for 2025 goals. Read More...
Daxko Acquires ShapeNet to Strengthen Support for Fitness Businesses
Posted: January 7, 2025 in Suppliers
BIRMINGHAM, AL - Daxko, a global leader in health, wellness and fitness technology, announces the acquisition of ShapeNet, a provider of management software for fitness businesses. This acquisition reflects Daxko’s continued investment in supporting the unique needs of fitness centers, wellness facilities and personal training businesses. Read More...
Zumba Wants Members to Ignore Resolution Pollution With “Say It. Believe It.” Campaign
Posted: January 7, 2025 in Suppliers
MIAMI, FL - Zumba, the global dance-fitness phenomenon, is kicking off the New Year with a bold campaign that's redefining the fitness conversation. The "Say It. Believe It." campaign is anchored with the song "Sexy and I Know It" and naturally features LMFAO frontman and chart-topping artist Redfoo, inspiring people to embrace their inner confidence and sexiness, however they define it. Read More...
Alex Rodriguez to Keynote at The HFA Show 2025
Posted: January 6, 2025 in HFA
BOSTON, MA - The Health & Fitness Association announces that Alex Rodriguez, former Major League Baseball (MLB) star and current chairman and CEO of A-Rod Corp, is the third-day keynoter at The HFA Show 2025 March 12 - 14 at the Mandalay Bay Resort in Las Vegas. His presentation will occur in the morning on March 14 and is sponsored by ABC Fitness. Read More...
ACE and the Mental Wellbeing Association Introduce a New Certification Focused on Mental Well-Being
Posted: January 6, 2025 in Suppliers
SAN DIEGO, CA - The American Council on Exercise (ACE) and the Mental Wellbeing Association, an initiative of the John W. Brick Mental Health Foundation, announce the launch of the Mental Well-Being Certification. This first-of-its-kind program focuses on mental health and well-being through established self-care practices in exercise, nutrition, mindfulness and social connection. Read More...
Crunch Franchisee CR Fitness Holdings Announces Newest Location in Gainesville, Georgia
Posted: January 2, 2025 in Chains
GAINESVILLE, GA - CR Fitness Holdings LLC., the fastest-growing and leading franchisee of Crunch Fitness, announces the upcoming opening of Crunch Gainesville, a $5 million, 40,158 square-foot state-of-the-art fitness facility. CR Fitness Holdings, LLC. is operated by Vince Julien, Geoff Dyer, Tony Scrimale, and Jeff Dotson, who combined have more than 150 years of experience in the fitness industry. CR Fitness Holdings LLC. currently has 74 locations across Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, Texas, and Tennessee, with plans to expand into Arizona. The franchisee has plans to reach 100 clubs by 2026. Read More...
2025 Fitness & Wellness Trends: Creating Spaces That Drive Engagement, Well-Being and Community
Posted: January 2, 2025 in Chains
SAN FRANCISCO, CA - Active Wellness is excited about the opportunities ahead as they continue to align with emerging wellness & fitness industry trends. By integrating innovative technology, longevity-focused initiatives and a renewed emphasis on fun, Active is poised to deliver even greater value to our clients and partners. Here are 25 trends they see shaping the health and fitness landscape in 2025. Read More...
