Health and Fitness Club Industry News
Thursday, May 7th, 2026
The 2026 HFA Fitness Industry Data Survey
Posted: March 4, 2026 in HFA
WASHINGTON, D.C. - One submission. Two flagship reports. Practical value for participating companies and the wider fitness industry. Each year, the Health & Fitness Association collects financial and operational data from operators across the industry to produce two cornerstone research publications: the 2026 Fitness Industry Benchmarking Report (FIBR) and the 2026 HFA Global Report. In 2026, the process has been streamlined. Rather than separate data requests, HFA has consolidated reporting into a single effort: the 2026 Fitness Industry Data Survey. Read More...
Planet Fitness Partners with Dick Vitale and College Basketball Stars to Help Fans Rebound and Recover During Basketball’s Biggest Month
Posted: March 2, 2026 in Chains
HAMPTON, N.H. - Planet Fitness, one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers with more members than any other fitness brand, is helping everyone rebound and recover from the upsets, wins and losses of basketball's biggest month. This season is filled with thrilling moments that captivate fans and push athletes to their limits, but with that excitement comes real physical strain and emotional highs and lows. Read More...
ABC Fitness and Gym Launch Forge New Partnership that Delivers Integrated Growth and Technology Support for Gyms, Studios and Health Clubs
Posted: March 2, 2026 in Suppliers
DALLAS, TX - ABC Fitness, an industry-leading provider of software and technology solutions for fitness businesses, announces a strategic collaboration with Gym Launch, a global leader in business coaching and growth marketing for gym owners and fitness studios. Together, the companies are launching an integrated growth model that unites growth marketing and structured business coaching with an enterprise technology backbone, redefining how gyms, studios and health clubs scale profitably. Read More...
Pure Barre Kicks Off 2026 Barre Stronger Challenge
Posted: March 2, 2026 in Chains
IRVINE, CA - Pure Barre, an Xponential Fitness brand and the largest barre brand in the United States, announces the return of its highly anticipated Barre Stronger Challenge, running through March 31 at participating studios across North America. Read More...
Health & Fitness Association’s Mike Goscinski Named 2026 Leading Association Lobbyist
Posted: February 27, 2026 in HFA
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Health & Fitness Association’s (HFA) Chief of Staff Mike Goscinski has been named a 2026 Leading Association Lobbyist as part of the Salute to Association Excellence, presented by Association TRENDS and CEO Update. He is one of five Leading Association Lobbyists who will be recognized at an awards presentation on March 5 in Washington, DC. Read More...
Peloton Levels Up Strength Offering with First-Ever 12-Week HYROX Training Program
Posted: February 27, 2026 in Suppliers
NEW YORK, N.Y. - As part of its ongoing partnership with HYROX, the World Series of Fitness Racing, Peloton has launched its first-ever HYROX Training Program, a comprehensive 12-week plan designed to prepare Members for HYROX. Read More...
World Gym Corporation Reports Full-Year 2025 Financial Results
Posted: February 26, 2026 in Chains
TAIPEI - World Gym Corporation (2762.TW) ("World Gym" or the "Company"), the owner of the iconic World Gym brand with over 280 locations worldwide, announces its full-year 2025 financial results. The company achieved solid profitability growth, driven by higher revenue and improved operating margins, with particularly strong performance in the fourth quarter. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Brings State-of-the-Art Crunch 3.0 Gym to Austin, Texas
Posted: February 25, 2026 in Chains
AUSTIN, TX - Crunch announces the upcoming opening of Crunch Austin Northwest in Austin, Texas. The $5 million, 30,000-square-foot state-of-the-art fitness facility will open its doors in Summer 2026. Operated by Crunch Fitness franchisee The Undefeated Tribe, Crunch Austin Northwest will create a new fitness offering for residents of Austin. Read More...
Amped Fitness Expands to 35 Locations Nationwide, Bringing Its EDLP Model to Arizona’s Growing Fitness Market
Posted: February 25, 2026 in Chains
GLENDALE, AZ - Amped Fitness, one of the fastest-growing high-value fitness brands in the United States, has officially opened its first Arizona location at Glendale Galleria. This marks the company's 35th gym nationwide and its entry into the Southwest market. Read More...
UFC GYM and NexGen MD Scientific to Launch Strategic Partnership to Expand Longevity Medicine Access
Posted: February 25, 2026 in Chains
DALLAS, TX - UFC GYM is announcing a joint venture with NexGen MD Scientific, a leading longevity supply chain and telehealth platform, to bring premium longevity services directly to its members. The partnership will launch with two flagship longevity clinic locations within UFC GYM facilities, with plans to expand rapidly across the network. Read More...
