Health and Fitness Club Industry News: Chains
Friday, May 3rd, 2024
Alex Rodriguez To Open UFC GYM in Midtown Miami
Posted: October 9, 2019 in Chains
MIAMI, FL - UFC GYM has announced the Spring, 2020 opening of a 24,000 square-foot, multi-million-dollar fitness facility with state-of-the-art equipment and amenities, a fitness training Recovery center and a wide range of dynamic group classes in Midtown Miami. This UFC GYM franchise is owned by former Major League Baseball superstar Alex Rodriguez. Read More...
ClubReady and UFC Gym Announce Renewed Partnership to Support Rapidly Expanding Fitness Franchise
Posted: May 9, 2019 in Chains, Suppliers
ST. LOUIS, MO - ClubReady and UFC GYM announced a renewed partnership to support the rapidly expanding fitness franchise's mission to provide training programs for all levels and ages. As the brand continues to grow, UFC GYM will implement ClubReady's full suite solution to manage club operations, member acquisition and member engagement. Read More...
UFC GYM Opens Doors to Kailua Community with State-of-the-Art Fitness Facility
Posted: February 22, 2019 in Chains
HONOLULU, HI - UFC GYM, the rapidly expanding fitness franchise that creates training programs for all levels and ages inspired by the training regimens of UFC athletes, announced that its newest and most innovative location, UFC GYM - Kailua, is officially open. The 20,000 square-foot premium training facility features high quality equipment, a full-service Recovery Corner and traditional fitness amenities. Read More...
UFC GYM Opens First Franchise Location In India
Posted: February 6, 2019 in Chains
NEW DELHI, INDIA - UFC GYM, the first major brand extension of UFC, announces the continued expansion of its global footprint with the opening of its first-ever franchise location in India. Located in New Delhi, this 10,500-square foot location will be operated in partnership with Artaxerxes Fitness & Lifestyle Pvt. Ltd. Read More...
UFC Gym UK Announces First Two Locations Opening In April 2019
Posted: January 15, 2019 in Chains
LONDON – UFC GYM, the first major brand extension of UFC, announced that the first two United Kingdom-based locations will open in Nottingham’s City Centre and in Woking in April 2019. The new fitness facilities enter the UK and Republic of Ireland as part of an exclusive 10-year partnership with TD Lifestyle plc., which has committed to opening more than 100 locations throughout the territory. Since debuting in 2009, UFC GYM has opened more than 150 locations in more than 25 countries and territories, including the United States, Australia, Canada, India, Mexico, Taiwan, Vietnam and United Arab Emirates. Read More...
Warriors Work on Wellness at UFC Boxing Class
Posted: June 20, 2018 in Chains
WAUKEGAN, IL - Injured veterans participated in a dynamic boxing class during a recent Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) event. Warriors learned how to maximize their workout with this empowering method of exercise at the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Gym at Oak Lawn. WWP Physical Health and Wellness events are designed to connect warriors with training, skills and techniques that empower them to reduce stress, combat depression and live an overall healthy and active lifestyle. Read More...
UFC Gym Announces Three New Gym Openings in the Greater Chicago Area
Posted: June 5, 2018 in Chains
CHICAGO, IL - UFC GYM, the rapidly expanding fitness franchise that creates training programs for all levels inspired by the training regimens of UFC athletes, announced the expansion of its footprint with three new gym locations in the Greater Chicago area. The new franchises, located in Naperville, Downers Grove and Yorktown Center, build on UFC GYM’s already strong presence in the metro area, bringing its total number of facilities in the market to nine. Read More...
UFC Gym Expands International Presence Into India With Largest Partnership Agreement In UFC Gym History
Posted: September 12, 2017 in Chains
MUMBAI, INDIA - UFC GYM announces an unprecedented 10-year partnership agreement to open more than 100 gym locations throughout the Republic of India through 2028. This agreement substantially expands the global brand presence of UFC GYM to the world’s second-largest population. Artaxerxes Fitness & Lifestyle P.U.T. LTD, led by franchisees Istayak Ansari and Farzad Palia, will open the first location later this year in Andheri West, a suburb of Mumbai, with an average of 10 clubs debuting across the country annually beginning in early 2018. Read More...
UFC Gym Set to Open New 42,000 Square-Foot Location in Huntington Beach on May 13
Posted: May 9, 2017 in Chains
SANTA ANA, CA - UFC GYM announced that the opening of its newest signature gym will be in Huntington Beach, California on Saturday, May 13. This 42,000 square-foot gym's grand opening festivities will begin at 8AM PT. As a signature gym, this location will be open 24 hours a day, seven days per week. Read More...
UFC Gym Expands Arizona Footprint With Phoenix Grand Opening On Thursday, May 4
Posted: May 1, 2017 in Chains
PHOENIX, AZ - UFC Gym announced the grand opening of its new gym in Ahwatukee (Phoenix) on Thursday, May 4, from 4 PM - 9 PM PT. The 12,000-square foot facility serves as the second UFC GYM in the area, following the opening of the Tucson franchise late last year. Read More...
UFC Gym Announces Exclusive Partnership With Life Wellness International Development To Open Franchise Locations Throughout Taiwan
Posted: April 6, 2017 in Chains
TAIPEI, TAIWAN - UFC Gym announced an exclusive partnership with Life Wellness International Development to open ten locations throughout Taiwan. The countries first signature UFC Gym will be in Taipei and is scheduled for its grand opening in June. The 35,000-square foot signature gym will mark the commencement of a partnership that joins recent of UFC Gym expansion announcements pan-regionally across Asia. Read More...
Former MLB Star Alex Rodriguez Secures Development Rights For UFC Gym Franchises Throughout Miami-Dade County
Posted: March 23, 2017 in Chains
MIAMI, FL - UFC GYM announced that former Major League Baseball superstar Alex Rodriguez has purchased the UFC GYM franchise located in Kendall and secured developmental rights for additional gyms throughout Miami-Dade County. Rodriguez, a three-time MLB American League MVP, fourteen-time All-Star, 2009 World Series Champion and Chief Executive Officer of A-Rod Corp., will take ownership of the state’s first signature UFC GYM immediately and schedule a re-grand opening celebration at a date to be determined in the future. Read More...
UFC Gym Announces “Red Out Workouts” in Support of the American Heart Association
Posted: February 1, 2017 in Chains
SANTA ANA, CA - UFC GYM announced its support of the American Heart Association's efforts to raise awareness and charitable donations at participating locations throughout the United States. "UFC GYM is honored to support the American Heart Association's efforts to bring awareness, raise funds and lend our support to empower families to incorporate physical fitness into their lifestyles," UFC GYM President Adam Sedlack said. Read More...
UFC Gym Expands Body Transformation Challenge To 16 Signature Gyms Nationwide
Posted: January 3, 2017 in Chains
SANTA ANA, CA - UFC GYM announced that, following the overwhelming success of its 2016 12-Week Body Transformation Challenge, the brand will launch its next iteration on Tuesday, January 10, 2017, expanding to 16 signature gym locations throughout the United States. Read More...
UFC Gym Announces New Locations In Sydney and Melbourne
Posted: December 7, 2016 in Chains
SYDNEY and MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - UFC Gym, the fast-growing franchise that combines mixed martial arts (MMA) and fitness, announced the continued expansion of its global footprint with new locations scheduled to open in Sydney’s Wetherill Park and in Melbourne’s eastern suburb Narre Warren. The Melbourne Gym will serve as the first franchise in the state of Victoria, while the Sydney location will be the second to open in New South Wales. Read More...
UFC Gym Expands Houston Footprint With Pearland Grand Opening On November 5
Posted: October 26, 2016 in Chains
PEARLAND, TX - UFC GYM announced that it will celebrate the grand opening of its second location in the Houston area on Saturday, November 5. Located in Pearland, this 9,000 square-foot gym will be open from 9AM – 4PM. “The reception to our gym from the local community has truly been amazing," UFC GYM – Pearland Owner, HaYoung Kim, said. "UFC GYM raises the bar as the premiere fitness destination for Houston fitness enthusiasts and we're excited to show off our features and amenities on Saturday.” Read More...
UFC Gym Announces Exclusive Partnership With Fitspiration Philippines Corporation
Posted: September 20, 2016 in Chains
MANILA, PHILIPPINES - UFC GYM announced an exclusive 10-year partnership with the Fitspiration Philippines Corporation to open 30 locations throughout The Republic of the Philippines. The first signature UFC GYM, scheduled to open in early 2017, will be located in the Glorietta, Makati City section of Manilla. Read More...
UFC Middleweight Champion Michael Bisping and UFC Featherweight Cub Swanson Set To Open UFC Gym In Costa Mesa
Posted: August 24, 2016 in Chains
SANTA ANA, CA - UFC GYM announced that it has collaborated with UFC Middleweight Champion, Michael Bisping, and UFC Featherweight, Cub Swanson, to open a new signature gym in Costa Mesa, California. Slated to open later this year, the 18,000 square-foot gym will be located in Costa Mesa. Read More...
UFC Gym Norfolk Celebrates Grand Opening on Saturday, August 6
Posted: August 2, 2016 in Chains
NORFOLK, VA - UFC GYM announced that it will celebrate the grand opening of its location in Norfolk, Virginia on Saturday, August 6 in Norfolk. The gym will be open from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, with events throughout the day. “The reception to our gym from the local community has truly been amazing," said UFC GYM Norfolk Franchise Owner, Lee Holland. "This gym raises the bar as the premiere fitness destination in Hampton Roads and we're excited to show off all the features and amenities to the local community at our Grand Opening.” 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...
