Health and Fitness Club Industry News: Suppliers
Monday, September 14th, 2026
Peloton and YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago Announce Strategic Partnership to Advance Community Health, Wellbeing, and Engagement
Posted: August 14, 2023 in Suppliers
CHICAGO, IL - Peloton and the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago announces the launch of a strategic partnership aimed at advancing community health and wellbeing, increasing member and community access to best-in-class fitness programming, and closing racial health and opportunity gaps across communities. Read More...
USTA Foundation to Award $1 Million in College Scholarships
Posted: August 14, 2023 in Suppliers
PURCHASE, N.Y. - The USTA Foundation, the charitable arm of the United States Tennis Association Incorporated (USTA), announces it has granted 49 high school students a variety of college scholarships totaling $995,000. Each year, the USTA Foundation awards scholarships to deserving youth who have participated in organized youth tennis programs such as the USTA Foundation’s National Junior Tennis and Learning (NJTL) network, have demonstrated high academic achievement and require financial assistance for college matriculation. Read More...
Merrithew Becomes CIMSPA Approved Training Provider Partner, Expanding Pilates Education Opportunities in the UK
Posted: August 9, 2023 in Suppliers
TORONTO, ON - Merrithew, a global Pilates education and equipment leader, announces its partnership with the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) as an approved Training Provider Partner. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in Merrithew's commitment to delivering exceptional Pilates training and promoting the benefits of mindful movement throughout the United Kingdom. Read More...
ACSM’s 2024 Certified Professional of the Year Applications Now Open
Posted: August 2, 2023 in Suppliers
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - ACSM’s Certification and Registry Boards and Health & Fitness Summit Program Committee announce that applications for the 2024 ACSM Certified Professional of the Year award are now open. This award recognizes an outstanding ACSM certified professional's dedication and exceptional contributions to enhance the health and wellness of individuals in the community. Read More...
USPTA Extends Playmate Agreement in Tennis and Adds Pickleball
Posted: August 2, 2023 in Suppliers
LAKE NONA, FL - The United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA), Inc. announces it will extend its agreement with Playmate Tennis Machines for three years. As of the agreement, Playmate will continue to serve as the Official Ball Machine of the USPTA and will now also serve as the Official Pickleball Ball Machine of the USPTA. Read More...
USTA Foundation Awards Record $4 Million in NJTL Grants
Posted: August 2, 2023 in Suppliers
PURCHASE N.Y. - The USTA Foundation, the charitable arm of the USTA, has awarded grants totaling more than $4 million to 148 National Junior Tennis & Learning chapters (NJTL) in 41 states and the District of Columbia, the largest amount awarded to date. Read More...
Fitness Industry Leaders Announce Next-Generation Event Partnership
Posted: July 27, 2023 in Suppliers
SAN DIEGO, CA - The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and IDEA Health & Fitness Association, two foundational, professional organizations with deep roots in the fitness and wellness industry, announce an event partnership that underscores the importance of unity and commitment to top-level education and professional engagement for personal trainers, group fitness instructors, fitness facility owners and managers, clinical exercise specialists and other health and fitness professionals. Read More...
True Fitness Recalls Showrunner II Consoles Sold with Fitness Equipment Due to Fire Hazard
Posted: July 27, 2023 in Suppliers
WASHINGTON, D.C. - This recall involves Showrunner II Consoles with wireless phone chargers. Product numbers C4P, C4PAE, C4PBE, C4PES, C4PVC, C4PM, C4PMAE, C4PMBE, C4PMES or C4PMVC are printed on a label located on the rear console cover at the connection point of console (console mast) and cardio product base. Consoles will need to be removed from base to view product number label. Read More...
Physically Active Employees Can Reduce Company Healthcare Costs by 35%
Posted: July 26, 2023 in Suppliers
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Healthcare costs are on the rise and companies are grappling with the ongoing challenge of managing these expenses. Gympass, a leading corporate wellness platform, offering an expansive network of gyms, studios, personal trainers and wellness apps, all in one employee benefit, announces a groundbreaking study that showcases the transformative power of promoting an active lifestyle among employees. Read More...
Jim Pisani Joins Life Fitness as Chief Executive Officer; Paul Stoneham to Transition as a Senior Advisor to the Board of Directors
Posted: July 25, 2023 in Suppliers
ROSEMONT, IL - Life Fitness, a global leader in commercial fitness equipment, announces the appointment of Jim Pisani as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately, with Paul Stoneham transitioning as a Senior Advisor to the Life Fitness Board of Directors. Mr. Pisani brings over 25 years of experience leading commercial expansions of global outdoor, recreation and sports apparel brands. Read More...
