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The Health & Fitness Association is the only global non-profit trade association dedicated to protecting, promoting, and growing the health and fitness industry.

Driving Health Through Movement and Community

Medical experts and scientific evidence affirm that physical activity improves both physical and mental health, and psychologists point to the value of social connections beyond the home and workplace to reduce loneliness and foster belonging.

All of this is at the heart of the health and fitness industry’s existence: helping people lead healthier, more fulfilling lives through movement and community.

Our mission is to support that impact by advocating for the industry, delivering action-oriented research, and providing education that drives professional growth.

leadership, staff, and advisors

Hall of Fame

HFA Foundation

awards

The Health & Fitness Association recognizes some of our outstanding members for their service to their communities, their customers, and to the betterment of the health and fitness industry.

HFA Press Releases

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  • US Fitness Facility Visitation Gains Momentum in Third Quarter

    New HFA data show third-quarter visitation rising 1.3%, bringing year-to-date visitation above 2025 levels. WASHINGTON, DC, November 9, 2026 — US commercial fitness facilities… Read more

  • Fitness Industry Pioneer Ray Wilson Named to the 2027 HFA Hall of Fame

    Entrepreneur and innovator to be honored for more than seven decades of leadership that helped shape the modern health and fitness industry. Washington, DC–November… Read more

  • Unconventional Thinker Kyle Scheele to Challenge What’s Possible in Keynote at The HFA Show 2027

    Known for turning outrageous ideas into reality, Scheele will inspire fitness industry leaders to break from conventional thinking and unlock new possibilities. Washington, DC–October… Read more