Health and Fitness Club Industry News
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Planet Fitness Becomes First Fitness Brand to Achieve the WELL Health-Safety Rating
Posted: January 3, 2022 in Chains
HAMPTON, N.H. - Planet Fitness, one of the largest and fastest-growing global franchisors and operators of fitness centers with more members than any other fitness brand, is the first fitness brand to achieve the WELL Health-Safety Rating for Facility Operations and Management by the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI). The rating recognizes Planet Fitness' leadership in adopting the leading framework to ensure a safer and healthier environment for its employees and members across all of its facilities, nearly 2,200 clubs across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Canada, Panama, Mexico and Australia, as well as its company headquarters in Hampton, New Hampshire. Read More...
Wearable Tech Named Top Fitness Trend for 2022
Posted: December 30, 2021 in Suppliers
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Exercise does a body good. So does sleep. Research indicates that physical activity and sleep contribute to a healthy immune system, which is critical in the ongoing battle with COVID-19. With more people turning to their smartwatch or fitness tracker to monitor exercise and sleep quality, it’s not surprising that more than 4,500 health and fitness pros surveyed by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) identified wearable tech as the new top trend in fitness for 2022. ACSM released the survey results in the article “Worldwide Survey of Fitness Trends for 2022,” published in the January/February issue of ACSM’s Health & Fitness Journal. Read More...
Genesis Health Clubs Acquires Key Downtown Clubs in St. Louis and Kansas City, Sets Stage for Future Growth
Posted: December 29, 2021 in Chains
WICHITA, KS - Genesis Health Clubs has continued its trend of growth, acquiring One Life Fitness locations in Kansas City and St Louis, as well as new club opportunities in Prairie Village and Kansas City’s Northlands. The move adds key locations, securing trendy downtown anchors in Kansas City’s Power and Light District and St. Louis’ Ballpark Village, setting the stage for future growth. Genesis Health Clubs currently operates 56 locations across six states, including more than 20 in the greater Kansas City area. Read More...
National Strength and Conditioning Association Foundation Announces 2021 Scholarship Recipients
Posted: December 29, 2021 in Suppliers
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO - The NSCA Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of its 2021 Scholarships. Over $80,000 will be awarded to these 38 impressive students from around the globe who are pursuing their academic dreams and represent the future of the strength and conditioning industry. Congratulations to this year's scholarship winners... Read More...
ClubCorp Partners with RXR to Operate and Manage Historic Engineers Country Club
Posted: December 29, 2021 in Chains
ROSLYN HARBOR, N.Y. - Officials with ClubCorp and RXR announced a unique partnership in which ClubCorp, a leading operator of golf and country clubs throughout North America, will handle the day-to-day operations of the historic Engineers Country Club, as RXR advances the construction of 92 residential condominiums on 18-acres, while showcasing this legendary club as the centerpiece of this planned community. This new partnership signals the beginning of RXR’s and ClubCorp’s expanded relationship that could potentially include other similar opportunities. Read More...
Tireless Efforts in 2021 Provides Fitness Industry Hope for 2022
Posted: December 28, 2021 in IHRSA
BOSTON, MA - Congress and legislatures across the country are home for the holidays, which means there will be little happening before the New Year. So, let’s review all our advocacy actions accomplished in 2021 that lay the groundwork for success in 2022... Read More...
The “ACT for ALS” BIll Has Passed and Been Signed Into Law By President Biden – Here’s What’s in the Bill
Posted: December 28, 2021 in Other News
CAMBRIDGE, MA - On December 23rd, 2021, President Biden officially signed the Accelerating Access to Critical Therapies for ALS Act (more commonly known as ACT for ALS) Bill into law. But, now, what will actually happen? Much of the discussion around the bill has centered around expanding early access to experimental treatments for people with ALS, but thas is only part of what the bill does... Read More...
TruFit Athletic Clubs Aim to Motivate Communities With Charity-Based Fitness Boot Camp
Posted: December 28, 2021 in Chains
MCALLEN, TX - The fourth annual TruCommitment program will take place every weekend in January at all 35 TruFit locations throughout the state. 100% of donations are going directly to food banks in the local communities. Last year, TruFit Athletic Clubs raised over $50,000 that provided more than 250,000 meals for families in need. This year, the goal is to provide over A HALF-A-MILLION MEALS for families in the community! Read More...
Anytime Fitness Debuts “Real AF” Platform Promoting Personalized Fitness and Nutrition Coaching, Available Anytime, Anywhere
Posted: December 27, 2021 in Chains
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - Anytime Fitness, one of the world's largest fitness brands and fast-growing fitness club franchise, is launching its new "Real AF" marketing platform as part of a bold operational strategy to deliver a holistic approach to fitness, health and wellness through authentic interactions between Anytime Fitness coaches and members, in person or via the Anytime Fitness mobile app. Read More...
Orangetheory Fitness Appoints Ryan Flaherty as Chief Fitness and Product Officer
Posted: December 23, 2021 in Chains
BOCA RATON, FL - Orangetheory Fitness has announced the appointment of Ryan Flaherty as Chief Fitness and Product Officer effective immediately. As a company dedicated to providing individuals with a healthier, more vibrant life, Flaherty will focus on developing innovative, skilled coach education to ensure best-in-class fitness programs that will continue to evolve and enhance an unparalleled member experience. Read More...
In-Shape Ceres Reopens January 1, 2022
Posted: December 23, 2021 in Chains
STOCKTON, CA - In-Shape Health Clubs, one of California's top community destinations for health and fitness, announced it will open the doors of its newly revamped location in Ceres, California on Jan 1, 2022. The beautifully renovated resort- style club expanded its fitness offering to better serve the Ceres community. Read More...
WIFA Welcomes Curves As A Corporate Partner
Posted: December 23, 2021 in Chains
WACO, TX - The Women In Fitness Association announces a partnership with Curves. Over 30 years ago, Curves changed women’s fitness by delivering studio fitness without premium prices. They have helped millions of women get fit, gain strength and stay healthy with a fitness program that works. WIFA is grateful to partner with a brand that has been helping women for decades. Read More...
Wellbeats Joins Castlight Health’s Digital Health Ecosystem
Posted: December 23, 2021 in Suppliers
ST. LOUIS PARK, MN – Wellbeats, a leading provider of on-demand, virtual wellness content for use in corporate wellbeing initiatives, has announced it will join health navigation leader Castlight Health, Inc.’s (NYSE:CSLT) digital health ecosystem, integrating more than 1,000 Wellbeats’ classes into the Castlight platform. The agreement will also allow Castlight to act as a reseller of the Wellbeats solution. Read More...
Codelocks Releases Its Third Generation KitLock with NetCode
Posted: December 23, 2021 in Suppliers
IRVINE, CA - Codelocks Inc., a leading access control company that designs and distributes innovative, keyless door locks and access solutions, announces the availability of its new KitLock, the KL1000 G3 NetCode. The new locker lock combines the style and functionality of the popular KL1000 G3 KitLock with the convenience of Codelocks’ NetCode technology, enabling administrators to generate temporary date- and time-sensitive access codes. Read More...
Universal Tennis Announces Collegiate Ambassador Program
Posted: December 23, 2021 in Suppliers
PALO ALTO, CA - Universal Tennis announces the launch of the Universal Tennis Collegiate Ambassadors program. Heading into 2022, four top collegiate student-athletes have been selected to represent Universal Tennis as the first-ever Ambassadors. With the newly adopted NCAA Name, Image, and Likeness rule allowing student-athletes to earn money, Universal Tennis has become one of the first companies to take advantage of the change in tennis. Read More...
24 Hour Fitness CEO Tony Ueber Leaves the Company
Posted: December 18, 2021 in Chains
CLUB INDUSTRY - As initially reported by Club Industry: 24 Hour Fitness CEO, Tony Ueber, has left the company, and 24 Hour COO, Karl Sanft, has taken over as interim CEO, according to a statement from 24 Hour Fitness. Ueber had been CEO since January 2019. He led the company through its Chapter 11 filing in June 2020, brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, and through its emergence in December 2020. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Opens New Facility in Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Posted: December 17, 2021 in Chains
MURFREESBORO, TN - Crunch Franchise announces the December 31st Grand Opening of Crunch Murfreesboro, a $5 million, 40,000-square-foot fitness facility in the heart of Tennessee. Crunch Murfreesboro is owned by seasoned fitness veterans Brian Hibbard and John Armatas of Fitness Ventures, who own 18 additional Crunch locations nationwide. The facility will be open 24 hours. Read More...
Is Your Gym Ready For The New Year?
Posted: December 17, 2021 in Suppliers
As we begin prepping for the New Year, you need to be asking yourself if your gym is really ready to take on the resolutions rush. We love making fitness resolutions and committing ourselves to better health. In 2020, it was the most common commitment people made, with 46% of Americans saying this was their New Year’s resolution. With January being the biggest month for new sign ups, according to the IHRSA (with more than 12% of all sign ups happening in January), it’s important that you prepare your gym to take on, and attract, new members. Read More...
Planet Fitness Hagerstown Reopens After Completing $1M Renovation
Posted: December 17, 2021 in Chains
HAGERSTOWN, MD - Planet Fitness, one of the nation’s largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers with more members than any other fitness brand, recently completed over $1 million worth of renovations to its Hagerstown club, which originally opened in 2009. During a four-month period (which included a one-month closure), the facility was expanded by 4,000-square-feet of space. Now totaling 21,250-square-feet, the club features a new PF Black Card Spa area, new strength and cardio equipment, TRX suspension training, updated locker rooms, new entrance way floor tile and a new front desk. A grand reopening celebration will take place in early 2022. Read More...
Blink Fitness Continues its California Gym Expansion in the Rialto Community
Posted: December 16, 2021 in Chains
RIALTO, CA - Just in time to get moving in the New Year, Blink Fitness will be opening its highly anticipated Rialto, California gym location, offering local residents a welcoming fitness staff, state-of-the-art equipment and affordable pricing. The new fitness club is scheduled to open its doors on December 29 and is set to be the brand’s eighth gym opening in Southern California. Read More...
