Health and Fitness Club Industry News: Suppliers
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USTA Awards PTR with Full Accreditation to Improve Tennis Delivery Across the United States
Posted: May 28, 2020 in Suppliers
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. - The United States Tennis Association (USTA) announces that the Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) has received full accreditation under the USTA’s accreditation program for organizations and institutions that certify U.S. tennis teaching professionals. The goal of the program is to elevate professional tennis coaching standards by implementing mandatory pre-certification standards for those seeking to become a certified teaching pro and to provide an improved and consistent continuing education program for all current certified professionals who are members of accredited organizations. Read More...
MyZone Launches the First Virtual Live Group Fitness Class: MZ-Remote
Posted: May 26, 2020 in Suppliers
U.K. - MyZone has recently launched the world’s first virtual live group workout, MZ-Remote, where participants can connect and exercise together, whilst receiving real-time biometric feedback and personalised coaching from a trainer, based on their effort. MZ-Remote is a live virtual gym training tool that displays the heart rate feedback of all participants on one screen, no matter where they choose to workout. Read More...
Technogym Mywellness: New Digital Features to Assist Fitness Clubs Re-opening Plans
Posted: May 25, 2020 in Suppliers
CESENA, ITALY - As governments in many countries are easing lockdown restrictions, fitness facilities are getting ready to re-open and welcome back customers. After the pandemic, health has certainly risen to the top of the list of consumers' personal priorities, especially after so many weeks of lockdown. Now, more than ever, the importance of movement and exercise, with the support and motivation of fitness professionals, will be in high demand. And, this time has also given a strong acceleration to the digital revolution in all sectors. Read More...
Power Wellness’ COVID-19 Survey Results
Posted: May 20, 2020 in Suppliers
LOMBARD, IL - COVID-19 has had a significant financial impact on medical fitness centers nationwide. In March, Power Wellness conducted a survey of medical fitness professionals representing 57 locations, across 12 states on the effects COVID-19 has had on their facilities. The results are in... Read More...
Life Fitness Expands COVID-19 Initiatives by Giving Back
Posted: May 19, 2020 in Suppliers
ROSEMONT, IL - Life Fitness, a global leader in commercial fitness equipment, has announced a new initiative to produce non-medical, reusable face coverings in its global manufacturing plants. The Life Fitness-branded face coverings are available to purchase in packs of 25 on the company's website. For every pack of 25 sold through June 18, 2020, Life Fitness will donate $1.00 per face covering to No Kid Hungry in the United States to help provide children with meals they need during school closures. Read More...
ACSM Announces Initial Plans for 2020 Annual Meeting Content, Alternate Delivery Following Cancellation
Posted: May 15, 2020 in Suppliers
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - In response to the cancellation of this year’s ACSM Annual Meeting and World Congresses, the Program Committee released new information regarding the delivery of content planned for this year’s meeting. ACSM remains committed to providing value to members and attendees by meeting their educational needs despite the need to cancel. Read More...
Integrity Square Announces The Launch of HALO Academy
Posted: May 14, 2020 in Suppliers
NEW YORK, N.Y. - The Authority In Online Executive Leadership & Financial Training Certification For Those Seeking To Continue To Learn & Grow In The HALO Sector. Take your Health, Active Lifestyle, Outdoor (HALO) education to the next level in this 2 week intensive. Five Live, Interactive Classes Led By Pete Moore, Managing Partner & Founder, of Integrity Square, Harvard Business School Graduate. With over 25 years of private equity, investment banking & entrepreneurial experience in the global HALO sector. Application only. Read More...
Will Phillips, REX Roundtables Founder, Announces Retirement
Posted: May 14, 2020 in Suppliers
GARRISON, N.Y. - As a leader in the design and operation of industry peer networks that bring CEOs together, over Will Phillips’ career, he founded his own business, two professional societies and played a central role in creating three successful consulting organizations. He has led over 2,800 working sessions and corporate retreats with top managers in the fitness industry. He was also a frequent lecturer to national associations, industry conferences and exclusive executive groups such as The Executive Committee and the Young Presidents Organization. And, he’s authored over 400 Management Briefings on special topics for health club executives. In 1989 Phillips founded Roundtables for Executives (REX), which operates peer roundtables, or mastermind groups, for business owners worldwide... Read More...
USTA Announces Teaching Professional Recovery Grant
Posted: May 14, 2020 in Suppliers
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. - The USTA announces the details of the $4 million initiative to help support Certified Tennis Teaching Professionals as they seek to recover from the impact of COVID 19. These grants will cover the 2021 dues of all certified teaching professionals in good standing with USTA accredited teaching professional organizations who meet the designated requirements. Read More...
Fueling Mind and Body: 7 New Nutrition Classes on Wellbeats
Posted: May 13, 2020 in Suppliers
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - Since March of 2020, Wellbeats has extended its fitness and wellbeing platform to provide research-based, educational nutrition and cooking classes. To add to its new “Nourish” nutrition channel, Wellbeats is releasing seven more classes to consume from trained chefs and certified nutritionists, including... Read More...
