Health and Fitness Club Industry News: Chains
Friday, April 24th, 2026
Xponential Fitness Signs Largest Development Deal in Company’s History with Riser Fitness
Posted: April 20, 2026 in Chains
IRVINE, CA - Xponential Fitness, a leading curator of globally and nationally recognized boutique health and wellness brands, announces the signing of its largest multi-unit agreement in the company’s history. Riser Fitness has obtained the remaining territories in six states and has agreed to open 127 Club Pilates studios over the next five years. Read More...
Club Pilates Unveils Circuit, Brand’s First New National Class in Seven Years
Posted: February 4, 2026 in Chains
IRVINE, CA - Club Pilates, the world’s largest Pilates brand, announces the national launch of Circuit, its first new class format to roll out nationwide in seven years. Launching across studios beginning this month, Circuit delivers a dynamic, full-body workout that blends strength, mobility, endurance and cardio through structured, circuit-style Pilates rounds. Read More...
Morrow Hill Announces Exclusive Partnership with Xponential Fitness
Posted: August 6, 2025 in Chains
DALLAS, TX - Morrow Hill, a premier commercial real estate firm specializing in franchise real estate, announces an exclusive partnership with Xponential Fitness, a curator of leading franchisors of boutique fitness brands. Through this collaboration, Morrow Hill will lead real estate efforts across Xponential Fitness' portfolio of leading brands: Pure Barre, Club Pilates, Lindora, YogaSix, BFT and StretchLab. Read More...
Extraordinary Brands Acquires CycleBar and Rumble, Cementing Its Status as a Premier Health and Wellness Franchisor
Posted: August 4, 2025 in Chains
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA - Extraordinary Brands, a leading health and wellness franchisor dedicated to helping entrepreneurs build, scale and thrive in the boutique fitness industry, announces the acquisition of two high-profile fitness brands, CycleBar and Rumble, from Xponential Fitness (NYSE: XPOF). With this move, Extraordinary Brands now owns and operates four distinct and in-demand modalities: cycling, boxing, rowing and barre. Read More...
Xponential Fitness Renews Partnership with Bilt Rewards
Posted: April 14, 2025 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Xponential Fitness, one of the leading global franchisors of boutique health and wellness brands, announces a renewal of its partnership with Bilt Rewards, the pioneering network that transforms housing and neighborhood spend into rewards and benefits, bringing the power of fitness and rewards together. Read More...
StretchLab Becomes Official Stretching Partner of Major League Pickleball
Posted: February 14, 2025 in Chains
IRVINE, CA - StretchLab, the largest assisted stretching brand in the United States, announces its official sponsorship of Major League Pickleball (MLP), the preeminent, coed, team-based professional pickleball league, strengthening StretchLab’s presence within the rapidly growing pickleball community. Read More...
Club Pilates Signs Master Franchise Agreement in Belgium, Luxembourg and Monaco
Posted: January 30, 2025 in Chains
IRVINE, CA - Club Pilates, one of the largest Pilates brands in the United States, announces it has signed a Master Franchise Agreement in Belgium, Luxembourg and Monaco, with a commitment to open at least 36 studios over the next 10 years. This brings the total number of international markets for Club Pilates to 21. Read More...
Xponential Fitness Brands Expand to Mexico and Japan
Posted: November 6, 2024 in Chains
SAN DIEGO, CA - Xponential Fitness, a global franchisor of boutique health and wellness brands, continues expanding internationally. The company announces plans to bring three of its popular fitness concepts, Pure Barre, Club Pilates, and Rumble Boxing, to Mexico and Japan, respectively. These moves mark important milestones for both brands and highlight Xponential's strategy of supporting established franchisees who have already launched several locations. Read More...
JETSET Pilates Debuts First Location in Texas, Setting the Stage for Statewide Expansion
Posted: August 26, 2024 in Chains
MIAMI, FL - JETSET Pilates, the Miami-based, modern Reformer Pilates franchise, combining curated music and fitness for the ultimate revitalizing experience, announces its plans to further expand in Texas through franchising. They've recently opened their first location in McKinney, Texas and are expected to open more in the near future. Read More...
JETSET Pilates Announces Continued Growth and New Achievements in 2024
Posted: July 31, 2024 in Chains
MIAMI, FL - JETSET Pilates, a Miami-based Pilates studio renowned for its innovative approach to fitness and wellness, is celebrating a successful mid-year with significant expansion and notable industry recognition. Driven by a mission to provide accessible, high-quality Pilates experiences, JETSET Pilates is excited to continue its growth throughout the remainder of 2024. Read More...
