Health and Fitness Club Industry News: Chains
Friday, October 9th, 2026
Xponential Fitness Partners With Glofox for International Expansion
Posted: January 18, 2022 in Chains, Suppliers
IRVINE, CA - Xponential Fitness, Inc. (NYSE: XPOF), a curator of leading boutique fitness brands across multiple verticals, has selected Glofox, one of the fastest growing fitness business management software platforms, to support its network of franchise partners as it expands internationally into new countries. Read More...
Merrithew Launches New Professional Pilates Reformer
Posted: January 18, 2022 in Suppliers
TORONTO, ON - Global mind-body education and equipment leader, Merrithew, has launched a new commercial-quality Pilates Reformer at a competitive price. This sleek and stylish entry-level Reformer is designed for multi-purpose studios, hotels and franchise fitness centers that cater to clients of all levels. Read More...
Matt Olson to Succeed John Callen as USTA Southern Executive Director and COO
Posted: January 13, 2022 in Suppliers
PEACHTREE CORNERS, GA - USTA Southern President and CEO Randy Jackson announced that USTA New England Executive Director/COO Matt Olson has been named USTA Southern Executive Director & COO. Olson replaces John Callen, who is retiring after more than 33 years in the position. Olson is set to start on February 16, and Callen will step down the day before. Read More...
Jonas Fitness, Inc. Announces Tony Autin as President
Posted: January 12, 2022 in Suppliers
WEBSTER, TX - Jonas Fitness, Inc., a leading provider in enterprise club management software and payment solutions, announces Tony Autin as President of the organization. Autin, who has held the role of Executive Vice President of Research and Development at Jonas Fitness, Inc. since 2020, will assume official responsibility for the company's overall leadership and direction. He will also work closely with the executive team to formulate and implement ongoing strategic plans. Read More...
NSCA Foundation Announces the Markus Paul Memorial Scholarship
Posted: January 12, 2022 in Suppliers
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO - The NSCA Foundation is honored to announce the creation of the Markus Paul Memorial Scholarship. Markus Paul spent 23 years coaching strength and conditioning in the National Football League. This scholarship was created by the New York Giants, close friends and family of Markus. The scholarship will assist in the development of Black American coaches in the Strength and Conditioning profession. Each year, a $2,000 tuition scholarship will be awarded to a Black American student preparing to coach in the Strength and Conditioning profession. Read More...
Orangetheory Fitness Continues Partnership with InBody to Provide Members Body Composition and Heart Rate Analytics
Posted: January 11, 2022 in Chains, Suppliers
CERRITOS, CA - Health and wellness has been a focal point since the initial onset of the pandemic as many individuals quickly recognized the importance of prioritizing personal health. After many months of living in a sedentary, stagnant world, the desire to live an active, vibrant life has never been higher. Orangetheory Fitness, the global fitness brand known for its results-driven and science-based full-body workouts, recognized the need to have real-time health information available for its members and partnered with InBody to offer its valuable insights across studios worldwide. Read More...
Matrix Fitness Announces Technical Integration of Matrix Equipment with the Advagym Service
Posted: January 10, 2022 in Suppliers
COTTAGE GROVE, WI - Matrix Fitness, one of the world’s fastest-growing commercial fitness brands, announced the technical integration of Matrix brand equipment with the Advagym digital platform from Sony Europe B.V. (hereinafter ‘Sony’), to offer a complete connected experience. The new connectivity between Advagym’s digital platform and connected Matrix touchscreen cardiovascular equipment enables a contactless and integrated experience. Read More...
Fitness Tech Company Myzone Hits $102M Valuation After BGF Investment
Posted: January 10, 2022 in Suppliers
U.K. - Myzone, a global manufacturer of wearable fitness tracking technology, has secured a $17.2 million investment from BGF, the UK’s most active growth capital investor, alongside renowned tech entrepreneur, Vin Murria OBE, who also joins as Non-Executive Chair. Created in 2011 by fitness industry expert Dave Wright, Myzone has experienced impressive growth since inception and currently serves over 9,000 facilities in 84 different countries, boasting over two million shipped devices. Read More...
Fitness On Demand Releases 100+ Workouts With SH1FT Series
Posted: January 10, 2022 in Suppliers
CHANHASSEN, MN - FitnessOnDemand has just released over 100 workouts across all five SH1FT series. SH1FT is the first high intensity training format to harness the power of the Six Degrees of Freedom, a concept from engineering and robotics that describes how a body moves through space. These videos are immediately available on all FitnessOnDemand memberships. Read More...
Updated ACSM Certification Guidebook Now Available for ACSM-certified Professionals
Posted: January 7, 2022 in Suppliers
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - ACSM-certified professionals can now access an updated guidebook on the policies and procedures for the maintenance of their certification. The ACSM Certification Guidebook outlines details and addresses frequently asked questions regarding the recertification process, expired certifications, continuing education opportunities and provides additional resources. Read More...
