Health and Fitness Club Industry News: Chains
Saturday, July 11th, 2026
Fit for Life Announces Licensing Partnership with Orangetheory Fitness to Launch Branded Fitness Accessories Collection
Posted: June 22, 2026 in Chains, Suppliers
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Fit for Life, a leader in fitness equipment and accessories, announces a licensing agreement with Orangetheory Fitness, one of the world's leading fitness franchises and a brand within Purpose Brands, to develop and distribute a comprehensive line of branded fitness accessories and training equipment. Read More...
Playlist Appoints David Glazer, Chief Financial Officer of Palantir Technologies, to Board of Directors
Posted: June 17, 2026 in Suppliers
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Playlist, the parent company of Mindbody, ClassPass, Booker, EGYM and Kite, announces the appointment of David Glazer, Chief Financial Officer of Palantir Technologies (NASDAQ: PLTR), to its Board of Directors. Glazer joins Playlist's board at a pivotal moment of scale for the company, which recently completed its merger with EGYM to form the world's largest full-stack fitness and wellness operating system. Read More...
New ACSM Expert Consensus Statement: Exercise is a Supportive Care Measure for Children and Adolescents with Cancer
Posted: June 17, 2026 in Suppliers
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Children and adolescents undergoing cancer treatment should no longer be encouraged to rest whenever possible. Instead, appropriately prescribed exercise should be included as part of supportive cancer care, according to a new American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Expert Consensus Statement published in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise (MSSE). Read More...
USTA Connect Launches ‘Innovation Challenge’ to Find High-Impact Tech Solutions in Tennis
Posted: June 17, 2026 in Suppliers
ORLANDO, FL - The USTA announces the launch of the inaugural USTA Connect Innovation Challenge, a nationwide open-call for startups and engineers to submit applications, products or other tech solutions that have a direct and positive impact on the game of tennis for a $10,000 winner’s prize and potential further integration into the USTA and tennis technology ecosystem. Read More...
Daxko Earns Top Rankings in G2 Summer 2026 Reports
Posted: June 12, 2026 in Suppliers
BIRMINGHAM, AL - Daxko, a leading software provider for health, fitness and wellness organizations, announces that four of its gym management solutions – Daxko Operations, Daxko Club Automation, Daxko Exercise, and Daxko Zen Planner – collectively earned 25 awards across G2 Summer 2026 Reports. Recognition spans the fitness software category including nonprofit member management, gym management, personal training, studio management and martial arts. Read More...
Merrithew Expands Global Mindful Movement Leadership with Acquisition of the GYROTONIC Organization
Posted: June 11, 2026 in Suppliers
TORONTO, ON - Merrithew, a global leader in mindful movement education and equipment and creator of internationally recognized programs including STOTT PILATES, ZEN•GA, Halo Training and Total Barre, announces the acquisition of the GYROTONIC organization, creator of the globally respected GYROTONIC and GYROKINESIS methods. Read More...
Peloton Brings Global Community Together with Special Summer Instructor Exchange at Peloton Studios London
Posted: June 11, 2026 in Suppliers
LONDON - As part of Peloton’s continued commitment to evolving its world-class content and live studio experiences, the brand introduces a special summer programming series at Peloton Studios London (PSL). To celebrate and connect its vibrant global community, several beloved instructors from Peloton Studios New York (PSNY) will cross the Atlantic to teach live, in-person classes. Read More...
PTR Announces Lynne Rolley as Chief Executive Officer
Posted: June 10, 2026 in Suppliers
WESLEY CHAPEL, FL - The Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) officially announces Lynne Rolley as Chief Executive Officer, following her appointment as Interim CEO in March. Rolley currently serves as Chair of the PTR Board of Directors and brings more than five decades of coaching, leadership and industry experience to the role. Widely respected throughout the global tennis industry, Rolley has dedicated her career to advancing coaching education, player development and opportunities within racquet sports. Read More...
MYZONE Global Data Reveals the Building Blocks of Consistent Exercise Habits
Posted: June 8, 2026 in Suppliers
U.K. - A major new report from Myzone, a global leader in motivation technology for fitness, reveals how motivation becomes habit and how that transformation drives member retention and long-term business growth. The State of Global Exercise Behavior uncovers the patterns behind sustained motivation, habit formation and long-term member engagement, showing that longevity is now the most important motivator for today’s exercisers. Read More...
Peloton Invests in the Future of Pilates with Targeted Acquisition
Posted: June 4, 2026 in Suppliers
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Pilates has long been a foundational pillar of fitness, and as demand for the modality continues to accelerate, Peloton is enhancing its R&D efforts in the category with the strategic acquisition of Skōp. Read More...
