Health and Fitness Club Industry News: Suppliers
Monday, October 19th, 2026
ACE Announces New Certification Advisory Board
Posted: September 16, 2025 in Suppliers
SAN DIEGO, CA - The American Council on Exercise (ACE) announces establishment of its Certification Advisory Board, which will provide strategic guidance to ACE’s Credentialing Department in its ongoing effort to deliver high-quality certification programs to health and exercise professionals worldwide. Read More...
ACSM and ACE Announce Education Partnership to Benefit Industry
Posted: September 9, 2025 in Suppliers
INDIANAPOLIS, IN and SAN DIEGO, CA - The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the American Council on Exercise (ACE) have announced a new collaborative partnership that will strengthen the health and fitness industry. Through this two-year agreement, the organizations will jointly offer high-quality, evidence-based education for health and fitness professionals worldwide. Read More...
From Legwarmers to Virtual Fitness, American Council on Exercise (ACE) Celebrates 40 Years of Getting People Moving
Posted: August 7, 2025 in Suppliers
SAN DIEGO, CA - From neon-colored leotards and dance workout videotapes to fitness apps and virtual coaching, the American Council on Exercise (ACE) celebrates 40 years of championing physical activity and expanding access to health and fitness opportunities worldwide. Since its inception in 1985, ACE has grown from setting safety standards for aerobic dance instructors to becoming a global leader in health and fitness education and certification, with over 90,000 ACE-certified professionals living and working in more than 110+ countries. Read More...
Amanda Cass Named President & COO of the American Council on Exercise
Posted: July 29, 2025 in Suppliers
SAN DIEGO, CA - The American Council on Exercise (ACE) announces the promotion of Amanda Cass, SHPR, to the role of President & Chief Operating Officer. This leadership transition marks a significant milestone as ACE celebrates its 40th anniversary, underscoring the organization’s commitment to shaping the next several decades of influence and impact in the health and fitness industry. Read More...
American Council on Exercise Named a Winner of Best and Brightest Companies In Wellness in the Nation
Posted: June 24, 2025 in Suppliers
SAN DIEGO, CA - The American Council on Exercise (ACE) has been named a 2025 Winner of the Best and Brightest Companies in Wellness in the Nation, a prestigious honor recognizing organizations committed to advancing health awareness and proactive wellness strategies in the workplace. Read More...
ACE Welcomes Pam Watts to its Board of Directors
Posted: March 18, 2025 in Suppliers
SAN DIEGO, CA - The American Council on Exercise (ACE) announces the appointment of Pam Watts, CAE, to its Board of Directors. As the Executive Director of NIRSA: Leaders in Collegiate Recreation, Watts brings nearly two decades of leadership experience in the health and fitness industry. Read More...
American Council on Exercise and Coach360 Announce Partnership
Posted: February 20, 2025 in Suppliers
SAN DIEGO, CA - The American Council on Exercise (ACE) and Coach360 announce a strategic partnership designed to support health and fitness professionals as they navigate the evolving industry landscape. The partnership will provide exclusive content, an enhanced job board and live education opportunities. Read More...
New Study Confirms Health Benefits of the 12-3-30 Workout
Posted: February 6, 2025 in Suppliers
SAN DIEGO, CA - The American Council on Exercise (ACE) is excited to share the findings of a peer-reviewed research study conducted by the High Altitude Exercise Physiology Program at Western Colorado University. This study provides evidence demonstrating the physiological and health benefits of the 12-3-30 workout, a fitness routine that gained popularity through social media influencers in 2020 and has since amassed billions of views. Read More...
American Council on Exercise Named a 2024 Winner of Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation
Posted: January 22, 2025 in Suppliers
SAN DIEGO, CA - The American Council on Exercise (ACE) has been recognized as a 2024 Winner of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation, an honor celebrating organizations with outstanding employment practices and a strong commitment to their employees' wellbeing. Read More...
American Council on Exercise Partners with Coursera to Offer Foundational Course for Aspiring Personal Trainers
Posted: January 13, 2025 in Suppliers
SAN DIEGO, CA - The American Council on Exercise (ACE), a global leader in health and fitness education and certification, has partnered with Coursera, one of the largest online learning platforms, to present the “Intro to Personal Training: A Career Starter Certificate.” Read More...
