Health and Fitness Club Industry News
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Crunch Franchise Announces Latest State-of-the-Art Fitness Facility Opening in Florissant, Missouri
Posted: September 11, 2024 in Chains
FLORISSANT, MO - Crunch Franchise announces the opening of Crunch Florissant in Florissant, Missouri. The $5 million, 40,000-square-foot state-of-the-art fitness facility will begin pre-sales for memberships in Winter 2025. Operated by Crunch Fitness franchisee The Undefeated Tribe, the new Crunch gym is locally owned and operated and will be located in a former Gold's Gym. Read More...
Precor Partners with WANNADREAM to Expand Reach in France
Posted: September 11, 2024 in Suppliers
WOODINVILLE, WA - Precor, a global leader in providing premier fitness solutions, announces WANNADREAM as its exclusive distributor for the French market. This partnership, effective immediately, strengthens Precor’s presence, product availability and ownership experience in the region. Read More...
Merrithew Welcomes Jim Heidenreich as CEO, Ushering in a New Era of Innovation and Growth
Posted: September 11, 2024 in Suppliers
TORONTO, ON - Merrithew, a global leader in mindful movement, announces the appointment of Jim Heidenreich as the company's new CEO. With this leadership transition, Merrithew enters a new era, poised to elevate its legacy of excellence, innovation and community engagement, a tradition that spans over 35 years. Read More...
Gold’s Gym Gains Growth Momentum With Summer 2024 New Gym Openings
Posted: September 10, 2024 in Chains
DALLAS, TX - Gold's Gym, the growing iconic fitness brand, amped up its North American franchise expansion initiative, adding four new gyms over the summer in new and existing U.S. and Canada markets and increasing its global footprint to more than 180 domestic locations and nearly 400 international locations. The four new franchised gyms are located in Calgary, Alberta (Canada); Loveland, Colorado; Tampa, Florida; and Washington, D.C. Read More...
Blink Fitness Signs Asset Purchase Agreement with PureGym
Posted: September 10, 2024 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Blink Fitness ("Blink" or the "Company"), the affordable fitness brand known for its commitment to an inclusive and inviting environment, announces it has reached an agreement with Pinnacle US Holdings, a subsidiary of PureGym Ltd. ("PureGym") and a leading global gym operator, to acquire Blink's corporate operations and a substantial portion of Blink's locations, with a focus on New York and New Jersey. The agreement is subject to court approval and gives PureGym 'stalking horse' status ahead of an auction, scheduled to take place on October 28 if competing bids are received. Read More...
Precor Awarded Sourcewell Cooperative Contract, Expanding Opportunities in Government Procurement
Posted: September 10, 2024 in Suppliers
WOODINVILLE, WA - Precor, a global leader in providing premier fitness solutions, announces it has been awarded a Sourcewell cooperative purchasing contract. This contract, valid through 2028, provides Universities, High Schools, Parks and Recreation Departments, and Police and Fire Departments across North America with easier access to Precor’s broad range of products, including cardio, strength, functional training and connected fitness solutions. Read More...
UFC GYM to Open Second Western Pennsylvania Location on September 14th at The Waterfront in Homestead
Posted: September 9, 2024 in Chains
PITTSBURGH, PA - UFC GYM, the first major brand extension of UFC, is expanding in Western Pennsylvania. UFC GYM and partner, Pittsburgh-based developer and management company Piatt Companies will be opening their second location at The Waterfront in Homestead, Pennsylvania. The new location will open its doors with a Grand Opening event on September 14, 2024. Read More...
PTR Partners With TrekAI for AI-Driven Platform Designed for Tennis Coaches
Posted: September 9, 2024 in Suppliers
WESLEY CHAPEL, FL - PTR (Professional Tennis Registry) has announced a groundbreaking partnership with TrekAI, creating an innovative AI-driven platform designed specifically for tennis coaches. This collaboration marks a significant leap forward in the integration of advanced technology into the world of tennis coaching, offering PTR members cutting-edge tools to enhance their coaching careers and player experiences. Read More...
Crunch Fitness Franchisee Fitness Ventures Announces Annual 9/11 Remembrance Stair Climb Challenge to Honor First Responders
Posted: September 6, 2024 in Chains
ORLANDO, FL - Fitness Ventures, one of the fastest growing Crunch Fitness franchisees, is gearing up to pay tribute to the heroic first responders who selflessly served on September 11, 2001, by hosting their annual 9/11 Remembrance Stair Climb Challenge at all of its facilities nationwide in 25 states on Wednesday September 11. Read More...
The 21st European Congress Convenes Next Month in Barcelona
Posted: September 6, 2024 in HFA
BOSTON, MA - With less than two months until the 21st European Congress, powered by the Health & Fitness Association (formerly IHRSA), fitness leaders are set to meet October 21 - 23 at the Hilton Diagonal Mar Barcelona in Barcelona, Spain, for the premier European fitness event focused on the region's trends and challenges. Read More...
