Health and Fitness Club Industry News: Suppliers
Monday, August 3rd, 2026
Daxko Announces the New Zen Planner: Software to Transform Member Management and Engagement in Boutique Fitness Businesses
Posted: September 27, 2023 in Suppliers
BIRMINGHAM, AL - Daxko, a leading software and integrated payments solutions provider in the health, fitness and wellness industry, announces a new version of its flagship boutique fitness management software brand, ZenPlanner. This enhanced version of Zen Planner empowers gym owners to automate, simplify, and optimize every aspect of their fitness businesses, ranging from day-to-day operations to lead management and member engagement. Read More...
Peloton Appoints Nick Caldwell as Chief Product Officer
Posted: September 27, 2023 in Suppliers
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Peloton (NASDAQ: PTON) announces the appointment of Nick Caldwell as Chief Product Officer (CPO), effective November 1, 2023. Caldwell succeeds Peloton Co-Founder, Tom Cortese, and will report to CEO Barry McCarthy, leading global product development. Read More...
USA Pickleball Announces ‘Quiet Category’ for Pickleball Products
Posted: September 27, 2023 in Suppliers
PHOENIX, AZ - USA Pickleball, the National Governing Body for the sport of pickleball in the U.S., announces the launch of its Quiet Category for pickleball products, a revolutionary initiative that aims to reduce the sport’s sound output. Read More...
Jonas Fitness and Critical Impact Partner to Innovate the Fitness Industry with New Solution
Posted: September 18, 2023 in Suppliers
WEBSTER, TX - In a strategic partnership to drive innovation in the fitness industry, Jonas Fitness Inc., a leading fitness software and billing service provider, has joined forces with Critical Impact, a dynamic leader in email and SMS marketing solutions. Together, they have created a new solution called Connect2 powered by Critical Impact. Read More...
ACSM Annual Meeting to Feature Yearly Spotlight
Posted: September 13, 2023 in Suppliers
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Based on a Presidential task force recommendation, the Annual Meeting Program Committee has approved a decision to sunset ACSM's two World Congresses in favor of a new yearly “Spotlight” at the Annual Meeting, featuring sessions integrating basic science, applied science and clinical medicine. The inaugural Spotlight Theme for the 2024 Annual Meeting, as chosen by the new Spotlight subcommittee, is “Precision Health.” Read More...
Backed by $50M, PPA Tour, Major League Pickleball Agree to Merger
Posted: September 13, 2023 in Suppliers
AUSTIN and DALLAS, TX - Professional pickleball organizations MLP by Margaritaville (MLP) and Carvana PPA Tour (PPA Tour) announce an agreement to merge under a unified and definitive professional pickleball holding company. The consolidation of the two entities is backed by a $50M investment from SC Holdings, DC Pickleball Team owner Al Tylis, PPA Tour owner Tom Dundon, and a roster of existing MLP team owners. Read More...
Matrix Fitness Announces Expansion of Partnership with the John W. Brick Mental Health Foundation
Posted: September 12, 2023 in Suppliers
COTTAGE GROVE, WI - Matrix Fitness, one of the world’s fastest growing commercial fitness brands, announces the expansion of their partnership with the John W. Brick (JWB) Mental Health Foundation. The Champion-level partnership will help fund the foundation’s Mental Well-being Certification for Fitness Professionals, among the first of its kind in the fitness industry. Read More...
National Academy of Sports Medicine Expands Access to Personal Trainer Credentials Through New Exam Option
Posted: September 12, 2023 in Suppliers
GILBERT, AZ - National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), a global leader in fitness and wellness training, announces it recently launched the NASM Personal Training Certificate exam as a part of its Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) program. The industry-leading NASM CPT program provides science-based training strategies and learning innovations, including the NASM OPT Model, nutrition concepts and more. Read More...
USTA Commits $3 Million to Refurbish up to 200 Courts Across U.S.
Posted: September 11, 2023 in Suppliers
ORLANDO, FL - In recognition of Coco Gauff’s U.S. Open women’s singles title, and to celebrate an American winning the U.S. Open, the USTA has committed to the refurbishment of up to 200 courts across the country, as part of the newly created US Open Legacy Initiative. In total, the USTA will allocate $3 million to reinvigorate courts at public parks and facilities across America, dedicated in Coco Gauff’s name. This $3 million matches the prize money for the U.S. Open Singles Champion. Read More...
USTA Launches ‘USTA Ventures’ Strategic Investment Initiative
Posted: September 1, 2023 in Suppliers
FLUSHING, N.Y. - The USTA has launched USTA Ventures through the USTA Strategic Investment Committee, which will be charged with evaluating a broad spectrum of long-term investment opportunities. The focus will be on acquiring potential equity stakes in technologies and other companies that will help to advance the USTA’s mission of promoting and developing the growth of tennis in the United States and elevating experiences at the US Open, which is owned and operated by the USTA. Read More...
