Under one roof, SoulBody Studios will offer its familiar mind-body style classes such as Barre, Yoga Sculpt, Low Impact Interval Training (LIIT), and Restore with a combination of recovery modalities. These services will include infrared saunas, red light therapy, compression, Pulsed Electro-Magnetic Field (PEMF), and salt therapy. In addition, SoulBody Studios will be adding Yoga…
WORCESTER, MA—Worcester Fitness, 440 Grove Street in Worcester, MA, recently organized a swim-a-thon challenge at the YWCA, 1 Salem Square, Worcester, MA, facility, their current practice location. The goal was to raise funds for purchasing starting blocks for the YWCA pool. The challenge attracted 16 swimmers aged 7-15, who solicited donations to reach their goal….
September 20, 2023—We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Louis Welch, co-founder, president, and co-CEO of Fitness International, LLC, after a two-year battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his family and loved ones. Louis’ impact on the company and the health club industry cannot be overstated. He co-founded LA Fitness in Southern…
SEATTLE, WA—September 14, 2023—SportsArt, the leader in sustainable fitness and green solutions for over 40 years, is featured in Monkton Stadium as its green gym equipment supplier in support of the region’s pledge to become carbon neutral by 2030. Monkton Stadium is the first venue in the region to use SportsArt’s innovative, energy-generating ECO-POWR line…
SANTA MONICA, CA—September 12, 2023—Aktiv Solutions, a leading provider of immersive and highly functional training spaces for commercial fitness, today announced the acquisition of Fitspace Design, a gym design and consulting company founded by Dave Greene. The acquisition reflects Aktiv’s growing footprint and specialized expertise in fitness facility design and supply. Aktiv will combine Fitspace…
DENVER, CO—September 5, 2023—EGYM, a leading global fitness technology company, continues to expand rapidly in the North American market and are projecting to double their footprint in 2023. Expansion of their enterprise customer base has played an important role in EGYM N.A.’s impressive growth the past year, including. Additionally, EGYM N.A. has seen significant interest…
GRAND RAPIDS, MI—September 5, 2023—MVP Sports Club announced the retirement of its president, Karl Droppers, today following 27 years of service with the sports and health management company. Effective September 1, Chuck Osterink, who formerly held the title of Chief Operating Officer, was promoted to President. Droppers began his career with MVP Sports Clubs in…
SAN FRANCISCO, CA—August 31, 2023—The Bay Club Company (“Bay Club”) proudly announces the first milestone that underscores a continued growth plan along the West Coast—the acquisition of Crow Canyon Country Club (“Crow Canyon”). Crow Canyon’s acquisition and subsequent expansion mark a pivotal step forward as Bay Club embarks on a significant trajectory of growth. By year-end,…
MINNEAPOLIS, MN—August 29, 2023—Fitness On Demand, a globally recognized pioneer in delivering top-tier fitness content for over a decade, is embarking on a new phase of innovation and expansion. This week marks a significant turning point as the company welcomes a distinguished industry expert, Andy Peat, as its new CEO, accompanied by a comprehensive worldwide…
TIMONIUM, MD—August 7, 2023—Planet Fitness—one of the nation’s largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers with more members than any other fitness brand—has recently upgraded two of its locations. Planet Fitness Reisterstown (11989A Reisterstown Rd., Reisterstown, MD 21136) originally opened in November 2011, and just completed $1.1 million worth of renovations. The 16,783-square-foot facility…
TIMONIUM, MD—August 4, 2023—Planet Fitness Franklin (1113 Murfreesboro Road #252, Franklin, TN, 37064) hosted a two-hour meet & greet with University of Alabama Softball Athlete and Franklin native, Jenna Johnson on July 31. Over 200 members and nonmembers alike checked into the club to pose for pictures and get autographs from Johnson, and also enjoy free workouts and…
IXONIA, WI—August 2, 2023—FITBENCH has released its highly anticipated Next Generation FITBENCH ONE, a versatile fitness bench for health clubs, boutique studios, and vertical market facilities that sets new standards in innovation and design. Incorporating valuable customer feedback, this re-engineered and re-designed bench boasts improved features along with the brand’s commitment to exceptional quality and performance….