HFA Press Release

The proceeds of this financing, plus $310 million, will be used principally to refinance existing debt TORONTO, Ontario—February 21, 2019—Penfund, an independent provider of junior capital to North American middle market companies, announced today the completion of a $100 million 2nd lien credit facility provided to GoodLife Fitness Centres Inc. The proceeds of this financing…

The move guarantees absolute quality control in its free weight production. PETERBOROUGH, UK—February 20, 2019—Escape recently moved to a new, larger manufacturing facility in Haimen, China to ensure maximum quality control in the production and sourcing of custom-made raw materials—guaranteeing superior quality and usability to clients in free weights like dumbbells, kettlebells and discs. Escape’s…

The centers have been established to serve as hubs for PTR education, and to provide coaches a convenient place to go to pursue education and mentoring. HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC—February 19, 2019—Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) is pleased to announce it is partnering with nine premiere tennis facilities across the United States for its new PTR…

Leading manufacturer of indoor rowers challenges the sport’s best. February 19, 2019—Concept2, manufacturer of the Concept2 RowErg, has partnered with the World Rowing Federation (FISA), USRowing and the Long Beach Rowing Association to host the second World Rowing Indoor Championships on February 24, 2019, on the campus of the California State University in Long Beach,…

Technologies new and old can be critical to growing your business, but understanding the risks associated with technology at the club is essential. IHRSA is here to keep you up to speed on tech in your club, from websites to retina scans. Implementing the latest technologies in your club can be a great way to…

In 2018, lawmakers proposed harmful regulations on health club operations 23 times, and 11 states sought to tax health club memberships. In an ideal world, health clubs wouldn’t need advocacy to protect their businesses, but in this world, it is vital to the industry. BOSTON—February 18, 2019—While there are a multitude of reasons to belong…

SightCall will provide AR-powered live video support to boost equipment uptime, enhance first call resolution and digitally transform the customer experience. VANCOUVER, WA—February 14, 2019—SightCall, the global leader in remote visual support, is pleased to announce a partnership with Core Health & Fitness, an industry leader in commercial fitness products, to provide AR-powered live video…

The new 49ers Fit 36,500 square foot gym recently opened including the largest, heaviest, most functional Escape custom frame installed anywhere in the U.S. to date. PETERBOROUGH, UK—February 13, 2019—The new 49ers Fit 36,500 square foot gym recently opened including the largest, heaviest, most functional Escape custom frame installed anywhere in the U.S. to date….

Davis joins ABC Financial with over 20 years of technology and technology-enabled services experience. LITTLE ROCK, AR—February 13, 2019—ABC Financial Services, LLC (ABC Financial), the leading software and payment processing provider to the health and fitness industry, announced the appointment of Bill Davis as President. Davis joins ABC Financial with over 20 years of technology…

The U.S. Copyright Act of 1976 can be complex. Don’t get caught up in inaccurate interpretations or unfair enforcement of the law that could be costly to your business. BOSTON, MA—February 12, 2019—The U.S. Copyright Act of 1976 makes it illegal to play copyrighted material in businesses—like health clubs—without the consent of the copyright owner….

Shapewatch body visualization system helps mom regain pre-pregnancy body over televised 10-week transformation. COPENHAGEN, Denmark—February 12, 2019—UK mom of two, Ruth Garbutt, has 10 weeks to regain her pre-pregnancy body and with the help of Shapewatch to monitor and help her visualize her key biometrics, she’s well on her way. Wife of Hull Kingston Rover’s…