MIAMI, FL—November 7, 2023—INFINITY, beyond fitness, the boutique wellness studio, has announced Kay Oswald as Investor and Advisor. Kay brings a wealth of experience and insights, having recently transitioned from his role as the CEO of Technogym USA, a global leader in fitness equipment and digital technology. Kay has a commendable track record of building…
BOSTON, MA—November 2, 2023—IHRSA—the Health & Fitness Association, a global community of health and fitness industry leaders—has hired Charles Regnante as Manager of Government Affairs. In this role, Charles will play a crucial role in strengthening IHRSA’s advocacy initiatives. Charles joins IHRSA with experience in state politics, advocacy technology, and fundraising. Most recently, he was…
BOSTON, MA—October 24, 2023—IHRSA—the Health & Fitness Association, a global community of health and fitness industry leaders—concluded its 2023 IHRSA European Congress last week at the Lisbon Congress Centre in Lisbon, Portugal. “The Congress not only offers educational and networking opportunities, but it’s also a great place for business meetings and dealmaking between our 15…
BOSTON, MA—October 19, 2023—IHRSA—the Health & Fitness Association, a global community of health and fitness industry leaders—was named a top-performing trade group as ranked by key policymakers, staff, media, influencers, lobbyists, and communications professionals working in the nation’s capital, according to an annual TradeMarks survey by APCO, an independent global public affairs and strategic communications consultancy….
CLEARWATER, FL—October 17, 2023—HydroMassage, the company known for developing an industry-leading suite of experiential wellness products, including HydroMassage, CryoLounge+, and RelaxSpace, today announces a corporate rebrand under the new company name, WellnessSpace Brands. For more than 30 years, WellnessSpace Brands has been helping businesses create wellness spaces to provide people around the world with access to convenient, technology-based solutions…
BOSTON, MA—October 11, 2023—IHRSA—the Health & Fitness Association, a global community of health and fitness industry leaders—has secured industry visionary Mark Mastrov as one of three keynote speakers at its IHRSA Convention & Trade Show, March 6-8, 2024, in Los Angeles. Mark, principal at New Evolution Fitness Company, founded 24 Hour Fitness, UFC Gyms, and Crunch…
TIMONIUM, MD—October 10, 2023—The John W. Brick Mental Health Foundation (JWB) has established the first certification organization focused on mental well-being: The Mental Wellbeing Association (MWA). For the first time ever, education, training, and certifications will be offered in mental well-being to professionals globally. This highly anticipated initiative of the JWB Foundation coincides perfectly with…
CLEARWATER, FL—October 9, 2023—WellnessSpace Brands (formerly branded as HydroMassage), the company known for developing an industry-leading suite of experiential wellness products, including HydroMassage, CryoLounge+, and RelaxSpace, announces it has been named an Official Recovery Partner for Dynamic Personal Training at Life Time. WellnessSpace Brands’ products will be included in Life Time locations across North America, expanding WellnessSpace Brands’ current imprint. WellnessSpace Brands’…
SAN FRANCISCO, CA—October 9, 2023—The Bay Club Company (“Bay Club”) took another step forward in its ongoing growth in the Bay Area announcing the acquisition of Rolling Hills Club (“Rolling Hills”). Rolling Hills joins Bay Club’s Marin County Campus, which includes three additional properties. The acquisition of Rolling Hills eight-acre swim and tennis club located in…
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…
BOSTON, MA—September 19, 2023—IHRSA—the Health & Fitness Association, a global community of health and fitness industry leaders—has announced three keynotes for its 20th IHRSA European Congress 17-19 October at the Lisbon Congress Centre in Lisbon, Portugal. Peter Cohen, author, performance coach, and human behavior expert, and Michelle King, co-CEO and founder of The Culture Practice,…
BOSTON, MA—September 21, 2023—IHRSA President & CEO Liz Clark issued the following statement regarding the announcement of the passing of Fitness International Co-founder Louis Welch: “Louis Welch was an instrumental leader in the fitness industry since he co-founded LA Fitness in 1984 in California, growing it to more than 700 locations in the United States…