Health and Fitness Club Industry News: HFA
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IHRSA 2020 Is Canceled. Read IHRSA’s Official Statement.
Posted: March 12, 2020 in HFA
BOSTON, MA - After careful consideration, it is with a heavy heart that IHRSA and the IHRSA Board of Directors have made the difficult but necessary decision to cancel IHRSA 2020, scheduled to take place March 18-21 in San Diego, CA, USA. It will not be rescheduled. IHRSA exists to serve its members and the health and fitness industry. The Convention is one of the primary ways in which we do that, which is why we were holding out hope that the event could go on. We originally believed that continuing with IHRSA 2020 was the best course of action so that we could bring the industry’s best minds together, to talk about and discuss solutions to the virus’ impact on our global industry. Now, based on the latest guidance and official declarations, it is clear that canceling is the right course of action. Thankfully, IHRSA is more than just one event. Our mission is to grow, protect, and promote the industry and with or without a Convention, that is exactly what we will continue to do through the strength of the IHRSA membership, association, and community. We thank the entire IHRSA community for understanding the extreme difficulty of this situation. We are grateful for each and every one of you. It is your passion for the industry that helps make the IHRSA event a success year after year. And, it is that same passion that will drive us into the future. Read More...
Wellbeats Offers Free Virtual Fitness Subscriptions to Employers Until April 30 to Help Fight Spread of Coronavirus
Posted: March 11, 2020 in Suppliers
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - The spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) has shut down national events, slowed travel and caused a growing number of companies to enforce work-from-home policies until health officials are able to stop the spread of the virus. In addition to impacting workforce productivity and scheduling, coronavirus is making consumers reluctant to hit the gym. To support employers in their efforts to maintain employee health and well-being during this time, Wellbeats has announced that the company will offer its on-demand, virtual fitness subscriptions free of charge to U.S. employers through April 30, 2020. This offer is effective immediately. Read More...
Blink Fitness Puts its Members’ Wellness First by Unlocking Premium Mobile App Access for All, Encouraging Them to Workout Wherever They Feel Comfortable
Posted: March 11, 2020 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Blink Fitness has unlocked all content on its mobile app, previously a premium membership benefit, to all new and existing members until April 30, 2020. For Blink Fitness, the health and safety of members is paramount, and with growing concerns around COVID-19 ruling the national conversation, the premium and affordable gym feels a larger responsibility than ever to support members through their wellness journey, both inside and outside of the gym. Read More...
