Health and Fitness Club Industry News: Suppliers
Monday, September 14th, 2026
Merrithew Welcomes Jim Heidenreich as CEO, Ushering in a New Era of Innovation and Growth
Posted: September 11, 2024 in Suppliers
TORONTO, ON - Merrithew, a global leader in mindful movement, announces the appointment of Jim Heidenreich as the company's new CEO. With this leadership transition, Merrithew enters a new era, poised to elevate its legacy of excellence, innovation and community engagement, a tradition that spans over 35 years. Read More...
Precor Awarded Sourcewell Cooperative Contract, Expanding Opportunities in Government Procurement
Posted: September 10, 2024 in Suppliers
WOODINVILLE, WA - Precor, a global leader in providing premier fitness solutions, announces it has been awarded a Sourcewell cooperative purchasing contract. This contract, valid through 2028, provides Universities, High Schools, Parks and Recreation Departments, and Police and Fire Departments across North America with easier access to Precor’s broad range of products, including cardio, strength, functional training and connected fitness solutions. Read More...
PTR Partners With TrekAI for AI-Driven Platform Designed for Tennis Coaches
Posted: September 9, 2024 in Suppliers
WESLEY CHAPEL, FL - PTR (Professional Tennis Registry) has announced a groundbreaking partnership with TrekAI, creating an innovative AI-driven platform designed specifically for tennis coaches. This collaboration marks a significant leap forward in the integration of advanced technology into the world of tennis coaching, offering PTR members cutting-edge tools to enhance their coaching careers and player experiences. Read More...
ACE Partners with Enrollment First, Inc. to Provide Insurance Options for Exercise Professionals and Health Coaches
Posted: September 3, 2024 in Suppliers
SAN DIEGO, CA - The American Council on Exercise announces a new partnership with Enrollment First, Inc., a leading provider of insurance solutions. This collaboration aims to offer comprehensive insurance options specifically tailored for ACE exercise professionals and health coaches across the nation. Read More...
PTR, PPR Announce 20% Membership Growth Over Past Year
Posted: August 31, 2024 in Suppliers
WESLEY CHAPEL, FL - The Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) and Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR) announces a remarkable 20% growth in membership over the past year, solidifying their positions as leading global coaching organizations. The combined membership among PTR and its umbrella organizations has surged from 19,000 to 23,000 members. Read More...
EGYM is Expanding its Customer Success Training to Include the EGYM Education Portal
Posted: August 30, 2024 in Suppliers
DENVER, CO - EGYM's customer success model, including its popular on-site training and continuing education programs for trainers and staff, is receiving a comprehensive, innovative upgrade: the brand-new EGYM Education Portal, set to go live at the beginning of 2025. This digital learning portal was developed to maximize the success of any health and fitness facility using the EGYM ecosystem. Read More...
Freemotion Partners with Grupo Multi to Expand Presence in Brazilian Fitness Market
Posted: August 30, 2024 in Suppliers
BRAZIL - Freemotion, a leading innovator in fitness equipment and part of the iFIT group, announces a strategic partnership with Grupo Multi, a diversified and innovative Brazilian fitness distribution company. This exciting collaboration marks a significant expansion of Freemotion's presence in the Brazilian fitness market. Read More...
Fitness On Demand Announces First Reformer Partnership with BodyBase
Posted: August 30, 2024 in Suppliers
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - Fitness On Demand announces its latest partnership with BodyBase, a pioneer in innovative reformer fitness machines for homes, hotels and studios. This collaboration will deliver the first ever unparalleled fitness experience through our cutting-edge digital content and BodyBase’s world-class equipment and redefined reformer classes. Read More...
USTA Foundation Celebrates 30 Years, Raises $2.2M at Opening Night Gala
Posted: August 28, 2024 in Suppliers
FLUSHING, N.Y. - The USTA Foundation, the national charitable arm of the United States Tennis Association (USTA), celebrated 30 years of serving up dreams during its Opening Night Gala at the 2024 U.S. Open. The annual event raised over $2.2 million to help support the more than 250 community organizations that are part of the USTA Foundation’s flagship National Junior Tennis and Learning (NJTL) network. Read More...
ACSM CCRB Call for Nominations
Posted: August 28, 2024 in Suppliers
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - The ACSM Committee on Certification and Registry Boards (CCRB) is seeking ACSM-CEP certified exercise professionals who are willing to serve on the CCRB’s various subcommittees. The Board is seeking to fill two (2) available volunteer positions. Read More...
