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…
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…
BOSTON, MA—September 18, 2023—IHRSA—the Health & Fitness Association, a global community of health and fitness industry leaders—has released the 2023 IHRSA Global Report, an annual review of the health and trajectory of the global industry. Data from a survey of IHRSA member health clubs, gyms, and studios as well as insights from federation leaders in 15…
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…
BOSTON, MA—September 12, 2023—Lights, camera, action! IHRSA—the Health & Fitness Association, a global community of health and fitness industry leaders—opened registration today for the IHRSA Convention & Trade Show in Los Angeles March 6-8, 2024. More than 8,000 participants from around the world are expected to attend this premier event at the Los Angeles Convention Center for…
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…