Washington, D.C.—September 2, 2020—Today, Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin, while testifying before the House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Crisis, pledged to call Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) to ask her to restart talks on a new COVID-19 relief package. In response, Brent Darden of the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) released…
GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Co—September 1, 2020—There has never been a more critical time to make our collective health a top priority. That’s why fitness leaders across the state of Colorado are setting aside competition and putting lives first. More than 30 elite fitness brands comprised of 175 locations across Colorado have come together to form the Colorado…
BOSTON, MA—September 1, 2020—On August 21, the IHRSA Board of Directors announced the appointment of Brent Darden as interim president and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Although the role was not taken lightly, Darden has made it clear that he does not intend to serve as IHRSA president & CEO on a permanent basis. “What…
San Diego, CA—August 31, 2020 WHAT: American Council on Exercise, on behalf of its 90,000+ certified exercise professionals and health coaches, urges government officials to advance public policies that open parks and other publicly owned and managed spaces to allow for structured physical activity experiences facilitated by qualified professionals. The national nonprofit specifically calls for policies…
Birmingham, AL & Chicago, IL—August 27, 2020—Club Automation, part of the Daxko family of brands, is expanding into Canada. Founded by Jeff VanDixhorn, a club owner and Club Automation’s Chief Revenue Officer, Club Automation offers health and wellness facilities the leading continuum of club management solutions. These solutions and services include member-based solutions, CRM, digital…
August 21, 2020—Daxko announced today that it acquired Motionsoft, a thought leader in member management software that powers some of the largest brands in the club industry. With a full continuum of solutions and services for an ever-changing business environment, Daxko offers member-based business software, CRM, digital marketing, payment processing, full service billing, community engagement solutions,…
BOSTON, MA—August 21, 2020—The International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) announced that the Board of Directors has appointed Mr. Brent Darden as Interim President and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Brent’s background in fitness industry leadership roles is extensive. He earned his master’s degree in exercise science from Baylor University and began his career…
SEATTLE, WA—August 20, 2020—SportsArt, a green fitness brand that develops sustainable gym equipment, announces the newest addition to the energy producing cardio line – the Vatio G516 Indoor Cycle. The cycle, designed for gyms and cycling classes, features sleek angles and state-of-the-art energy generating technology to produce an engaging workout that fitness enthusiasts can feel good…
BOSTON, MA—August 19, 2020—The International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) CEO’s Joe Moore has been in the health and fitness industry for over 45 years, starting in 1972 when he opened his first commercial facility that grew from a single club to a health club chain with 20 locations in three states. Moore sold…
IHRSA’s Executive Vice President of Public Policy Helen Durkin shares details of what IHRSA expects to happen in Washington D.C., where the industry’s lobbying efforts are focused, and action you can take today to support efforts to get relief. Keeping track of what’s happening in Washington can be a lot, so allow me to help…
August 14, 2020—Fitness fanatics, gym-goers, and athletes wear the most comfortable shoe possible while working out; however, the post-workout shoe is just as important. It is necessary for the feet to recover after strenuous activity and hours spent standing. Thus, a recovery shoe is important as it allows your feet to breathe, your toes to…
BOSTON, MA—August 13, 2020—Jason Reinhardt, Chair of the IHRSA Board of Directors, has announced that effective immediately, he would be stepping down as chair and as a board member. In a Board of Directors Meeting on Wednesday, August 12, Reinhardt announced that he has decided to resign as the Chair of the IHRSA Board after…