Genesis Health Clubs, the largest privately owned health club chain in the United States, has announced the acquisition of Pelican Athletic Club in Mandeville, Louisiana. (Wichita, KS) — Genesis Health Clubs, the largest privately owned health club chain in the United States, has announced the acquisition of Pelican Athletic Club in Mandeville, Louisiana, just north…
The event’s final program agenda includes timely topics that make this the place to be for health club and studio executives to create connections that will transform their businesses.. BOSTON – August 27, 2025 —With just weeks to go, the Health & Fitness Association is set for the 2025 HFA European Congress, taking place October 2-4 at…
The company was founded in 2020 by international fitness leader and former HFA Board Chair Carrie Kepple. PEORIA, IL – Aug 20, 2025 – Styles Studios Fitness, the groundbreaking hybrid fitness concept redefining the boutique studio and health club experience, proudly announces the official launch of its franchise business, opening the door for passionate entrepreneurs to…
The company’s recent product releases are changing the way gyms think about the member experience. Chanhassen, MN–August 13, 2025–Fitness On Demand, the trusted omnifitness platform for gyms, hospitality, corporate and multifamily wellness, reports strong momentum in the first half of 2025, expanding its ecosystem with new solutions in recovery, on-demand content and live-streaming. The results are increasing…
2025 HFA Global Report Highlights Industry Growth, Innovation, and Policy Progress Around the World BOSTON – August 11, 2025 —The Health & Fitness Association (HFA) today released the 2025 HFA Global Report, the comprehensive annual resource on the state of the global health and fitness industry. The report captures strong consumer demand, record membership levels in key…
Fitness facility foot traffic increased 3.5% in the first half of 2025, with HVLP and mid-priced gyms leading the way. BOSTON – August 6, 2025 — The US commercial fitness industry extended its momentum from 2024 as visits to gyms, studios, and other fitness facilities continued to climb in the first half of 2025. According to a…
Timergaleeva will help increase the HFA’s reach in the Caucasus region for its international events. BOSTON, August 4, 2025—The Health & Fitness Association (HFA) announces the return of Leila Timergaleeva to its global leadership team as ambassador for the Caucasus region for HFA’s international events, including ChinaFit (which occurred July 19-21), the HFA European Congress (October 2-4 in Amsterdam),…
The association’s national network of fitness facilities and professionals is uniquely positioned to support this mission. WASHINGTON, DC—August 1, 2025—The Health & Fitness Association today issued the following statement in response to President Donald J. Trump’s Executive Order reestablishing the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition (PCSFN) and reinstating the Presidential Physical Fitness Test…
The Summit will be held October 9-11, 2025, at the prestigious Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah, Dubai. BOSTON, MA—July 31, 2025—The Health & Fitness Association (HFA) is proud to announce a strategic partnership with MEFITPRO, the Middle East’s leading fitness solutions company, for the 23rd edition of the MEFIT Summit, the region’s most influential health, fitness, and wellness event. The Summit will be…
This new position will lead efforts to build innovative, mission-aligned partnerships that drive growth, expand impact, and strengthen the health and fitness industry’s influence around the globe. BOSTON, MA—July 29, 2025—The Health & Fitness Association (HFA) has expanded its business development team with the hiring of Winston Moore Jr. as director of strategic partnerships. In this role,…
The partnership brings Endurance Zone’s proven member engagement technology directly into the Fitness On Demand platform. Minneapolis, MN–Fitness On Demand, the industry-leading omnifitness platform, has announced a new global partnership with Endurance Zone to deliver high-value, personalized perks and retail discounts to users through a fully integrated rewards experience. This exciting collaboration instantly expands gym…
Daxko and VolunteerMatters have launched an integration that bridges member and volunteer data, unlocking richer engagement and operational clarity for nonprofit organizations. Birmingham, AL – July 15, 2025 – Daxko, the leading software and integrated payments provider in the health and wellness industry, and VolunteerMatters, a trusted volunteer management platform, have launched a powerful integration that bridges member…