Inaugural event included TIA’s TOM Conference, demo event, buying summit, and show preview. ORLANDO, FL—February 11, 2019—The three-day 2019 Racquet & Paddle Sports Conference attracted more than 1,000 racquet sports professionals, industry leaders, and representatives of emerging and bellwether brands to the inaugural event recently in Orlando, FL. The multi-faceted tennis, racquet and paddle sports…
Today, XTEND joins other world-class education companies including Onnit, EXOS, BOSU, TRX, and TriggerPoint in using Inspire360 to deliver industry-leading education to their customers and health clubs. SAN DIEGO, CA—February 11, 2019—Inspire360 is proud to announce that XTEND online courses are officially available to XTEND customers. Inspire360 empowers fitness and wellness companies to deliver beautifully…
See how your business was promoted and protected in 2018, and learn what issues we expect to see this year. IHRSA’s advocacy efforts are rooted in the twin goals of protecting and promoting the health club industry. While you may prefer less government involvement in the club industry, the reality is your state and national…
The investment, made from L Catterton’s Growth Fund, will enable Hydrow to bring its connected fitness rower to consumers across the country. CAMBRIDGE, MA, and GREENWICH, CT—February 7, 2019—Hydrow by CREW, the first live outdoor reality (LORTM) rower, today announced that it has received a significant growth equity investment led by L Catterton, the largest…
Leading fitness operator awards LG preferred vendor status; LG set to expand presence in fitness industry in 2019. LINCOLNSHIRE, IL—February 4, 2019—With an unmatched commitment to innovation and customer service, LG Electronics USA Business Solutions is bringing its popular commercial display technologies to more than 850 Snap Fitness locations throughout the United States. Snap Fitness,…
The World Gym Athletics program was built to be a complete system for personal and group training. CHICAGO, IL—February 1, 2019—World Gym International, the iconic global brand, is partnering with Myzone as its digital platform when it launches its signature small group training program, World Gym Athletics in Australia. The World Gym Athletics program was…
Three award recipients will be honored during the association’s 38th Annual International Convention & Trade Show in San Diego, CA. IHRSA, The International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association has announced that three award recipients will be honored during IHRSA 2019, the association’s 38th Annual International Convention & Trade Show in San Diego, CA, March 13-16,…
Rebranding to Club Greenwood is a natural transition,” said Paula Neubert, president and general manager. GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO—January 31, 2019—As people seek to transform themselves in the new year, Greenwood Athletic and Tennis Club is going through a transformation of its own. They have changed their name to Club Greenwood. A brand study and member…
Fitness software company develops intelligent marketing automation for studios. PHILADELPHIA—January 31, 2019—Club OS, the leading sales and retention software in the fitness industry, expands into the studio fitness market. The Philadelphia-based software company has built a reputation for best-in-class products over the last eight years working with traditional fitness vendors, such as single-location gyms, multi-location…
Inspire360 empowers fitness and wellness companies to deliver beautifully branded online courses, certifications and subscriptions. SAN DIEGO, CA—January 31, 2019—Inspire360 is proud to announce that TRIBE Team Training online courses are officially available to TRIBE Team Training customers. Inspire360 empowers fitness and wellness companies to deliver beautifully branded online courses, certifications and subscriptions. Today, TRIBE…
Escape has expanded the HIT HUB frame range with infinite configurations and freestanding options that let clubs maximize floor space. PETERBOROUGH, UK—January 30, 2019—Escape’s next generation functional training frame, HIT HUB, has expanded into a range that offers numerous configurations—including freestanding options—for an increased return on floor space for clubs, boutiques and studios. As eye-catching…
Continue efforts to protect club operations, build next generation leadership, and unlock a new wave of growth. BOSTON, MA—January 30, 2019—The country’s health is at stake. Many citizens and communities are suffering from sedentary lifestyles that fuel epidemic levels of lifestyle-related illnesses. Chronic diseases now cost the U.S. an estimated $2 trillion annually in medical costs and…