Health and Fitness Club Industry News: Chains
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HealthWorks Temporarily Closes All Locations Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
Posted: March 17, 2020 in Chains
BOSTON, MA - With a heavy heart, we are temporarily closing all of our clubs effective Tuesday, March 17 – Tuesday, March 31. We believe that a complete closure is the best way to serve the community that we are all so passionate about and help flatten the curve of infections. We are expecting this temporary closure to continue into April, and we will continue to provide updates as we have them. Read More...
LA Fitness Temporarily Closes All Locations Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
Posted: March 17, 2020 in Chains
IRVINE, CA - We are deeply concerned for the health of our members and employees during this COVID-19 crisis. We feel it is our responsibility to do what we can to reduce the spread of the virus, and with that as our guide, we have made the difficult decision to close all of our clubs to the public until April 1st (and City Sports Clubs until April 7th). We know that closing clubs is difficult for our millions of loyal members, too. We encourage them to continue to exercise from home, and we look forward to being open for them soon. Read More...
Life Time Fitness Temporarily Closes All Locations Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
Posted: March 17, 2020 in Chains
CHANHASSEN, MN - Based on recent orders and advisories from federal, state and local governmental authorities regarding COVID-19, all of our Life Time clubs are closed. The length of this temporary closure is dependent upon governmental guidance. Member accounts will be credited for the number of days the club is closed, and we will keep you updated with a reopening date. Read More...
Midtown Athletic Club Temporarily Closes All Locations Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
Posted: March 17, 2020 in Chains
We must do our part to help flatten the curve of COVID-19. Taking a cue from national, state and local authorities, we have decided to close all clubs for at least 14 days, with constant re-evaluation of the situation of the ground. Our goal is to come out of this together, stronger than ever. Closing the club will not be easy, but rest assured that we will do everything in our power to open again with all the programming, coaching and facilities you have come to love, the moment it is safe to do so. We will update you on a reopening date as soon as we have one. Read More...
Newtown Athletic Club Temporarily Closes Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
Posted: March 17, 2020 in Independents
NEWTOWN, PA - Governor Wolf has publicly recommended the closure of all gyms in Bucks County for the next two weeks due to the coronavirus. We have made the decision to comply with these recommendations and will close for the suggested 2 weeks. Since this closure was not mandated but recommended, we struggled with our social and civic responsibility. Do we remain open to serve our community when they need us most, or do we err on the side of extreme caution? Even though we passionately believe that exercise and good nutrition offer the best protection against this virus and a great many illnesses, both chronic and acute, we are taking this measure to insure that no stone is left unturned in this critical situation. We plan to utilize the time we are closed well by continuing to work making improvements and upgrades to the club. Read More...
Orangetheory Fitness Temporarily Closes All Company-Owned Locations Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
Posted: March 17, 2020 in Chains
BOCA RATON, FL - Orangetheory Fitness has announced the closure of all corporate-owned studios to ensure the safety of all staff and members during the rapidly evolving COVID-19 pandemic. The brand is also encouraging franchisees to follow suit. Orangetheory's goal is to reopen March 31. Read More...
Saco Sport & Fitness Temporarily Closes Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
Posted: March 17, 2020 in Independents
SACO, ME - Due to new information coming out daily and the rapidly increasing impact of the Coronavirus, we feel obligated to close to help protect our members, staff and the greater community. Our plan is to reopen April 1st, and we can’t wait to see you all! We are offering online virtual classes for our members. We are continuing to serve our Nutrition clients and HealthyCARE90 classes through telemedicine and video conferencing. We wish you all well and will see you soon. Read More...
Town Sports International Temporarily Closes All Locations Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
Posted: March 17, 2020 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - In adherence with State and Federal guidelines concerning COVID-19, also known as Coronavirus, we are temporarily closing all clubs until further guidance from the state government. We will miss all of our valued members and whenever this passes we'll be back at our clubs waiting for you. Read More...
VASA Fitness Temporarily Closes All Locations Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
Posted: March 17, 2020 in Chains
DENVER, CO and OREM, UT - VASA Fitness announces closure of all 45 of its clubs to ensure the safety of all staff and members during the rapidly evolving COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic. Clubs will remain closed until further notice, and VASA will provide regular correspondence through e-mail, social media, website updates and text messaging to keep members informed when new information is available. Read More...
VIDA Fitness Temporarily Closes All Locations Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
Posted: March 17, 2020 in Chains
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Urban Adventures Companies will be closed until March 31st in order to help our employees, members and clients stay healthy and safe. We have been closely tracking the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in hopes that we could remain open to our members and clients during this uncertain time. All of us at Urban Adventures come to work every day deeply committed to the health and wellbeing of our stakeholders. This town is our home, and you are our family. It is for these reasons that we have made the very difficult decision to close all of our businesses through March 31st. Read More...
