SAN FRANCISCO, April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Bay Club Company (“Bay Club”) has announced the strategic acquisition of Harbor Square Athletic Club, a premier fitness, tennis, and swim club located just north of Seattle in Edmonds, Washington. This is Bay Club’s third acquisition in the Pacific Northwest since 2023, marking another significant milestone in the company’s…
Washington, DC—April 7, 2025—A record 77 million Americans, or 25% of people aged six and older, were members of a gym, studio, or other fitness facility in 2024, according to new data released by the Health & Fitness Association (HFA). When including both members and non-member users, total fitness facility customers reached nearly 96 million, representing close…
WASHINGTON, DC—April 4, 2025—The Health & Fitness Association congratulates Dr. Mehmet Oz on his appointment to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). “As a nationally recognized advocate for preventive health, Dr. Oz brings a unique perspective to CMS at a time when bold, innovative thinking is urgently needed,” said Liz Clark, President &…
CINCINNATI, OH–April 1, 2025–Marco Fiorini has been named President/CEO of the Cincinnati Sports Club in Cincinnati, Ohio. Marco began his career with the Club in August of 2013 as the Risk & Security Director. He was promoted to Operations Manager in June 2015 and became the Interim General Manager in March 2020 during the Covid-19 pandemic. He…
WASHINGTON, D.C.—March 26, 2025—Today, a bipartisan group of lawmakers reintroduced the Personal Health Investment Today (PHIT) Act, a commonsense, cost-saving solution to empower more Americans to invest in their health through physical activity. As Congress works through the ongoing budget reconciliation process, PHIT offers a timely and fiscally responsible opportunity to address rising healthcare costs…
Boston, MA—March 20, 2025—The Health & Fitness Association (HFA) last week closed out The HFA Show 2025, its renamed and reimagined global conference and trade show, welcoming nearly 10,000 attendees, 363 exhibitors, 50 sponsors, and 215 speakers from around the world for three days at the Mandalay Bay Resort in Las Vegas. The night before the…
Health & Fitness Association President & CEO Liz Clark today released the following statement on the passing of Red Lerille: Red Lerille forged a path to success that is uniquely his own, benefiting his members along the way. Few industry leaders were as well known to their members as those who belong to the Red…
Jersey City, NJ – March 10th, 2025 – Technogym proudly announces the opening of its new US headquarters in Jersey City. This move marks a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to the U.S. market, reinforcing its dedication to innovation, customer service excellence, and operational efficiency. Since its arrival in the United States in 1996 with…
Denver, Colorado, March 6, 2025— EGYM is revolutionizing the fitness industry with a dynamic expansion of its ecosystem. It brings together cutting-edge testing, training planning, and implementation into a seamless, hyper-personalized workout experience. At the heart of this innovation is EGYM Genius, the most advanced AI tool in the fitness industry. It transforms the fitness experience…
Boston, MA—March 5, 2025—The Health & Fitness Association (HFA) is preparing to welcome industry professionals from around the world to The HFA Show 2025, taking place March 12-14 at Mandalay Bay Resort in Las Vegas. As the premier conference and trade show for the health and fitness industry, this year’s event promises to be the…
Boston, MA—March 3, 2025—The Health & Fitness Association (HFA) has rebranded its association magazine: Club Business International (CBI) is now Health & Fitness Business (HFB). The new brand, launching with the March edition, brings a bold new look and a reimagined approach to its content. For 37 years, CBl served as a trusted source of industry news for HFA…
CoverMe Fitness, the innovative technology platform that revolutionizes team management and cover solutions, has appointed industry veteran Christine DiBugnara as Head of Business Development for the US. DiBugnara joins Doris Thews, who has been serving as Vice President of Business Development for the past six months, to accelerate its expansion in the US. With over…