Health and Fitness Club Industry News
Friday, September 26th, 2025
Crunch to Host Nationwide Fundraising Event to Support Augie’s Quest to Cure ALS
Posted: May 5, 2025 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Crunch Fitness, a leading high-value, low-price announces it will host its nationwide fundraising event to support Augie's Quest to Cure ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease). The initiative will take place at participating Crunch Fitness, Crunch Select, and Crunch Signature locations nationwide on Saturday, May 31, from 9AM to 10:30AM local time, with the ability for Crunch members and non-members to participate, donate and help in the fight to find a cure for this debilitating disease. Read More...
Fitness Industry Leaders Heading to Washington to Champion Preventive Health
Posted: May 2, 2025 in IHRSA
WASHINGTON, D.C. - More than 125 senior executives from across the health and fitness industry will convene in Washington, DC, this week for the Health & Fitness Association’s (HFA) 2025 Fly-In and Advocacy Summit, bringing a powerful message to lawmakers: It’s time to prioritize prevention and pass the PHIT Act. Fly-in participants will hold more than 100 meetings with congressional offices, urging members of Congress to co-sponsor the PHIT Act and support policies that improve health through physical activity. The summit also aligns with Physical Activity Month and the Congressional Physical Activity Challenge, reinforcing the importance of movement in national prevention strategies. Read More...
Amped Fitness Powers Into Houston with Two Game-Changing Gym Openings
Posted: May 2, 2025 in Chains
HOUSTON, TX - Amped Fitness, a fastest-growing trailblazer in the fitness industry, is making a massive entrance into the Lone Star State with not one, but two brand-new locations landing in Houston this summer. Introducing: Amped Fitness Willowbrook and Amped Fitness Gessner, two state-of-the-art clubs set to redefine what a gym experience should look like. Read More...
USTA National Campus Partners with AdventHealth and Nemours Children’s Health
Posted: May 2, 2025 in Suppliers
ORLANDO, FL - The United States Tennis Association (USTA) announces that AdventHealth will join Nemours Children’s Health as the Official Medical Services Providers of the USTA National Campus. AdventHealth is joining as a new partner, while Nemours has been a partner with the USTA National Campus since the Lake Nona facility opened in 2017. Read More...
HFA’s 2025 Fitness Industry Census Needs Your Input
Posted: May 1, 2025 in IHRSA
BOSTON, MA - There’s still time to participate in the HFA 2025 Fitness Industry Census, a reinvigorated version of one of the industry's most valued benchmarking studies, formerly known as Profiles of Success.
This global survey collects confidential data from fitness facility operators across all segments of the industry, including gyms, studios, and multi-site fitness brands. The result will be a comprehensive, data-driven report providing actionable benchmarks on key operational and financial metrics. Read More...
Complimentary Mindful May Meditation Program Launches on Life Time App During National Mental Health Month
Posted: April 30, 2025 in Chains
CHANHASSEN, MN - Life Time (NYSE: LTH) is making it easier than ever to prioritize mindfulness during National Mental Health Month with the debut of its first-ever Mindful May program, dropping May 4 on the complimentary Life Time app. The program aims to be a valuable resource at a time when 75% of Americans report experiencing physical or mental symptoms from stress. Read More...
Fitness Tech Veteran Emmett Williams Joins ABC Fitness as First-ever Managing Director, APAC
Posted: April 30, 2025 in Suppliers
DALLAS, TX - ABC Fitness, a leading technology provider for fitness businesses globally, announces the appointment of Emmett Williams as Managing Director for the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. Based in Australia, Williams will accelerate the company’s growth and lead customer retention strategies across APAC. Read More...
9Round International Partner Conquers the Grindstone 100
Posted: April 30, 2025 in Chains
GREENVILLE, S.C. - 9Round knows that real growth happens when you push yourself beyond what you thought was possible. One of their dedicated International Master Developers, Ariel Cabrera of Guatemala, who also happens to be a passionate endurance athlete, recently completed one of the toughest ultra marathons: the Grindstone 100 in the Shenandoah Valley. This event isn’t just a race; it’s a test of physical and mental endurance that few are brave enough to attempt. Read More...
24 Hour Fitness Unveils New Amenity Concepts Designed to Redefine the Member Experience
Posted: April 28, 2025 in Chains
CARLSBAD, CA - 24 Hour Fitness is expanding its premium fitness offerings with the launch of Recovery24 and Premium Fit24, two innovative amenities now available at select club locations nationwide. These new experiences are designed to elevate the fitness journey, offering members advanced recovery and high-tech strength training solutions in dedicated private environments. Read More...
USTA, ATA Announce New Initiative to Grow Black Representation in Tennis
Posted: April 28, 2025 in Suppliers
PURCHASE, N.Y. - After years of successful collaboration, the United States Tennis Association Incorporated (USTA) and the American Tennis Association (ATA) announce a new initiative reflecting their shared mission to grow participation, retention and leadership opportunities among diverse communities in tennis. The pillars of this new initiative include increasing Black representation in tennis, a mentorship program developing pipelines of diverse professionals in coaching and tennis careers and inspiring future generations to participate in the sport. Read More...
UFC GYM and UFC FIT to Host Nationwide Fundraising Workout for Augie’s Quest
Posted: April 24, 2025 in Chains
LAS VEGAS, NV - UFC GYM and UFC FIT will host a nationwide, donation-based group workout on Sunday, May 4 to support Augie’s Quest to Cure ALS and honor ALS Awareness Month. This special event will raise funds for groundbreaking amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) research and provide care for those affected by the disease, with all proceeds going directly to the nonprofit. Participating UFC GYM and UFC FIT locations across the country will host a 90-minute, donation-based group workout. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Brings State-of-the-Art Fitness Facility to Norfolk, Virginia
Posted: April 23, 2025 in Chains
NORFOLK, VA - Crunch Fitness announces the opening of Crunch Norfolk in Norfolk, Virginia. The $5 million, 40,000-square-foot state-of-the-art fitness facility will open its doors in Fall 2025. Operated by Crunch Fitness franchisee Fitness Ventures LLC, Crunch Norfolk will create a new fitness offering for residents of Norfolk. Fitness Ventures LLC owns and operates Crunch Fitness locations across the U.S. Crunch Norfolk will be the Fitness Ventures LLC's 68th location nationwide and fourth location in Virginia, with plans to open at least 10 more gyms this year. Read More...
Life Time Foundation Expands Support of American Forests
Posted: April 23, 2025 in Chains
CHANHASSEN, MN - In celebration of Earth Month and its ongoing commitment to conservation, reforestation and protecting the planet, the Life Time Foundation has provided a $300,000 grant to American Forests to support the reforestation of the Rim Fire burn scar in California's Stanislaus National Forest, just west of Yosemite National Park. Read More...
ABC and EGYM Join Forces to Expand Market Reach and Bring Smarter, Personalized Fitness Experiences to More Gyms Worldwide
Posted: April 23, 2025 in Suppliers
LITTLE ROCK, AR - ABC Fitness, a global leader in fitness technology management software, announces a new partnership with EGYM, a leading provider of smart fitness solutions. This collaboration will integrate EGYM workout tracking and analysis technology as the exclusive workout tracking and analysis technology across ABC Fitness' Trainerize, Ignite and Glofox platforms. In turn, EGYM will position ABC Fitness as the sole preferred member management system within the global fitness market, expanding ABC Fitness’ reach across Europe and the Middle East. Read More...
Industry Veteran Adam Sacco Joins Jonas Fitness Sales Division
Posted: April 23, 2025 in Suppliers
HOUSTON, TX - Jonas Fitness, a leader in member management software and billing solutions for the health and wellness industry, announces the appointment of Adam Sacco as New Logo Sales Executive. Mr. Sacco’s appointment is effective immediately and marks a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to further expanding its national footprint and strengthening client partnerships. Read More...
ACSM Unveils Enhanced Cancer Exercise Program Directory
Posted: April 23, 2025 in Suppliers
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Millions of individuals living with and beyond cancer can now find accessible, customized exercise programs to aid in their recovery and rehabilitation. ACSM’s Moving Through Cancer Program has announced an expanded Exercise Program Directory that is now available to cancer survivors, caregivers, oncology clinicians and exercise professionals. Read More...
24 Hour Fitness and Action for Healthy Kids Launch New Nationwide Partnership
Posted: April 22, 2025 in Chains
CARLSBAD, CA - 24 Hour Fitness announces a new national partnership with Action for Healthy Kids (AFHK), a leading nonprofit working to improve the health and wellbeing of children by bringing together educators, families and communities. This collaboration furthers 24 Hour Fitness' mission to transform lives through fitness by empowering young people and their communities to embrace lifelong wellness habits. Read More...
Ecore Athletic Teams Up with United Football League to Equip The UFL’s Performance in Arlington, Texas
Posted: April 22, 2025 in Suppliers
LANCASTER, PA - The United Football League (UFL) has partnered with Ecore Athletic, a leader in performance flooring, to outfit the league’s premier training facility in Arlington, Texas, with high-performance athletic surfacing designed to support player wellness, safety and performance. Ecore Athletic specializes in durable indoor and outdoor solutions that enhance training environments through advanced acoustics, ergonomics and impact protection. Read More...
REX Roundtables Founder Will Phillips Passes Away
Posted: April 17, 2025 in Other News
NEW YORK, N.Y. - It's with a heavy heart that we share the passing of Will Phillips, Founder of REX Roundtables. Will passed peacefully last week, surrounded by his family, after complications from surgery. There are very few people in the global fitness industry who have had the widespread and lasting impact that Will had over his 30+ years of service. His influence touched thousands of lives and transformed countless businesses. Read More...
Crunch Fitness Announces Strategic Investment from Leonard Green & Partners; Continues Expansion In Florida With Acquisition Of Nine 24 Hour Fitness Gyms
Posted: April 16, 2025 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Crunch Holdings, LLC ("Crunch Fitness"), a globally recognized powerhouse in the fitness industry, announces a strategic investment from Leonard Green & Partners ("LGP"), a leading private equity investment firm. Under the terms of the agreement, LGP will acquire a majority interest in Crunch Fitness from TPG Growth, the middle market and growth equity platform of global alternative asset management firm TPG and Crunch's minority shareholders. Read More...
