Health and Fitness Club Industry News: Chains
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World Gym Continues Global Growth With 11 New Gyms in Second Quarter of 2016
Posted: July 19, 2016 in Chains
LOS ANGELES, CA - World Gym International, the iconic global brand for bodybuilding and seriously fun fitness, added 11 more gyms to the World Gym family in the second quarter. “The World Gym brand continues its exciting global expansion. Taiwan, Australia, Mexico and South America have all been strong growth areas for us this quarter and we are expecting to announce even more development in Europe, Mexico and the United States in the coming months, said Joyce J. Cammilleri, Chair of World Gym International. “Our current franchisees are reporting more success than ever, thanks in part to our new marketing support programs and flexible business models that help our franchisees increase their bottom line." Read More...
Planet Fitness Scheduled to Open Second Club in Columbus, Georgia
Posted: July 18, 2016 in Chains
COLUMBUS, GA - Planet Fitness, the innovative health club franchise known for its Judgement Free Zone and affordable prices, announced plans to open its second location in Columbus, GA. The club is scheduled to open by mid-August. The new 20,000 square-foot Planet Fitness will offer an extensive selection of the latest cardio equipment including treadmills, ellipticals, arc trainers, stair climbers and stationary bikes, each connected to its own HDTV; state of the art strength equipment for both upper and lower body, a 30-Minute Express Circuit and luxurious locker rooms with day lockers and showers. The club will also feature a PF Black Card Spa, with multi-level tanning, HydroMassage beds and lounges as well as reclining massage chairs. Unlimited fitness training is also included in all memberships at no additional charge. Read More...
Life Time Continues Expansion In Greater Boston Area With Opening of MetroWest Destination
Posted: July 14, 2016 in Chains
BOSTON, MA - Advancing its commitment to improve the health of communities, Life Time – The Healthy Way of Life Company announced the opening of its newest destination, Life Time Athletic Boston MetroWest. A ribbon cutting and preview celebration was held on July 14 at 6:00PM. The club opened for workouts for Founder's Members on Friday, July 15 at 4:00AM and to all members on Tuesday, July 19. Read More...
Equinox Expands Presence In Brooklyn With Dumbo Location
Posted: July 14, 2016 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Equinox, a high performance lifestyle leader, announced the opening of Equinox Dumbo, its second club in Brooklyn and 82nd club globally. Dumbo has flourished over the past decade as a community for families, technology startups and artists, making Equinox Dumbo a much needed high-performance haven within this diverse community. Located in the former cardboard box factory of Robert Gair Company, the 23,000 square-foot club mixes aesthetics from Dumbo’s historic warehouses and artist enclaves to produce a distinctive space Equinox’s signature program and unparalleled services. Read More...
ClubCorp Reports Strong Second Quarter Results, Announces Promotion of Mark Burnett to President and Announces Deal to Manage a New Business Club Atop of One World Trade Center in New York City
Posted: July 14, 2016 in Chains
DALLAS, TX - ClubCorp -- The World Leader in Private Clubs (NYSE: MYCC) -- announced financial results for its fiscal-year 2016 second quarter ended June 14, 2016. The second quarter of fiscal 2016 and fiscal 2015 consisted of 12 weeks. Year-to-date results of fiscal 2016 and fiscal 2015 consisted of 24 weeks. All growth percentages refer to year-over-year progress. Second quarter revenue was $269.0 million, up 2.0% due to solid increases in dues and F&B revenue; Second quarter net income was $5.8 million, up $6.0 million; Second quarter adjusted EBITDA was $63.3 million, up 5.3%; ClubCorp Promotes Mark Burnett to President and COO; ClubCorp signs management deal to operate a new Business Club in NYC; Read More...
Life Time Debuts In Manhattan With Opening Of Life Time Athletic At Sky
Posted: June 21, 2016 in Chains
NEW YORK and CHANHASSEN, MN - New York City residents can now experience what millions of Life Time members across 26 states have come to love for more than 20 years. That's Life Time Athletic at Sky, an unparalleled, resort-style, health and fitness destination designed to help members achieve their total health objectives, athletic aspirations and fitness goals. Read More...
24 Hour Fitness Celebrates New Club in Escondido, CA
Posted: June 20, 2016 in Chains
ESCONDIDO, CA - 24 Hour Fitness is joining the flourishing Westfield North County Mall, which recently completed a $55 million revitalization project. Boasting a robust retail, food and entertainment lineup, the new club adds a much-desired fitness lifestyle component to the shopping complex. Read More...
Planet Fitness to Open First Club in Owosso, MI
Posted: June 8, 2016 in Chains
OWOSSO, MI - Planet Fitness, the innovative health club franchise known for its Judgement Free Zone and affordable prices, announced a July opening for a new club in Owosso, Michigan. The club will offer special pre-sale memberships for just $1 down and $10 a month with no commitment. The pre-grand opening was Monday, June 6, 2016 in the actual club with the club scheduled to open by the end of July, marking the chain's first location in Owosso. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Announces the Planning of Its Newest Location In Tampa, Florida
Posted: May 18, 2016 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Crunch, a health club chain best known for making serious fitness fun through unique programming and cutting-edge training, announced the opening of its newest franchise location in Tampa, Florida. Anticipated to open in the fall of 2016, Crunch South Tampa will bring its 'No Judgments' philosophy and fusion of fitness meets entertainment to the diverse Tampa Bay community. Read More...
acac Fitness & Wellness Clubs to Open New Lutherville Location
Posted: April 27, 2016 in Chains
LUTHERVILLE, MD - acac Fitness & Wellness Centers announced the opening of a new location in Lutherville, MD. The new club will be located inside of Green Spring Racquet Club, at 10803 Falls Road. acac will open the new facility, currently operating as a Brick Bodies location, in June 2016. Read More...
World Gym Adds 11 Gyms in First Quarter of 2016 Spanning 5 Different Countries
Posted: April 19, 2016 in Chains
LOS ANGELES, CA - World Gym International, the iconic global brand for bodybuilding and seriously fun fitness, opened 8 new gyms and signed deals for 3 more to open in the coming months, adding a total of 11 gyms to the World Gym global network in the first quarter of 2016. Read More...
World Gym to Open 200 Locations in Europe By 2020
Posted: April 7, 2016 in Chains
LOS ANGELES, CA - World Gym International, the iconic global brand for bodybuilding and seriously fun fitness, announced ahead of the FIBO Global Fitness Fair that it is targeting to sign deals for 200 franchised World Gym locations across Europe by 2020. Read More...
Equinox Unveils First San Diego Area Club in Carlsbad, CA
Posted: April 6, 2016 in Chains
SAN DIEGO, CA - Equinox, a high performance lifestyle leader, announced its entrance into the San Diego market with the opening of Equinox La Costa in Carlsbad, California. Located along the iconic Pacific Coast of North San Diego at 7710 El Camino Real, the 30,000 square-foot club combines the unparalleled service and facilities that Equinox offers at each of its 80 global locations with a Spanish design aesthetic unique to the region. Read More...
Planet Fitness Opens in Traverse City
Posted: March 25, 2016 in Chains
TRAVERSE CITY, MI - Planet Fitness announced the opening of its newest club in Traverse City, Michigan. The new Traverse City Planet Fitness offers state of the art cardio machines and strength equipment, fully equipped locker rooms with day lockers and showers, numerous flat screen televisions, HydroMassage beds, massage chairs, tanning and a Total Body Enhancement. The club will be open and staffed 24 hours a day seven days a week. Read More...
UFC Featherweight Frankie Edgar Set To Open Largest UFC Gym In New Jersey
Posted: March 24, 2016 in Chains
SANTA ANA, CA - UFC GYM announced it has partnered with former UFC lightweight champion and current featherweight contender Frankie Edgar to open a new signature gym in North Brunswick, New Jersey. Slated to open this spring, the location will serve as the largest UFC GYM in the state, with Edgar personally participating and overseeing the gym. Read More...
