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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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  • Registration Opens for the 2026 HFA European Congress in London

    Global fitness leaders are invited to gather September 24–26 at London Stadium in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park for the industry’s premier European event. Washington,… Read more

  • HFA Statement on White House Physical Fitness Proclamation and Presidential Fitness Test Restoration

    HFA highlights opportunity to expand access to physical activity and strengthen preventive health efforts nationwide Washington, DC–May 5, 2026–Today’s proclamation of National Physical Fitness… Read more

  • 81 Million Americans Were Members of a Fitness Facility in 2025, New HFA Report Finds

    Americans made nearly 7 billion visits to gyms, health clubs, and studios last year. Washington, DC–April 9, 2026–The Health & Fitness Association (HFA) today… Read more