[April 9, 2024] The Health & Fitness Association proudly announces its inaugural Fly-In and Advocacy Summit, scheduled for May 7-8, 2024, in Washington, D.C. As the sole industry advocate in the nation’s capital, this historic event marks the first opportunity for health and fitness industry stakeholders to convene on Capitol Hill under the association’s new identity, reaffirming our commitment to championing the sector’s interests at the highest levels of government.

“This Fly-In and Advocacy Summit is not only a landmark event for our association but also for the entire health and fitness industry,” said Health & Fitness Association President & CEO Liz Clark. “As we step into this new era, it’s imperative that we make our collective, unified voice heard on Capitol Hill. This event provides a crucial platform for industry leaders to engage directly with lawmakers and advocate for policies that support the growth and vitality of our sector.”

Os participantes desempenharão um papel fundamental na comunicação de que a atividade física não é benéfica apenas para a saúde física e mental, mas também para a saúde económica da nação. Ao longo do evento, a associação revelará dados cruciais sobre o impacto económico que mostram as profundas contribuições da indústria da saúde e do fitness para a economia dos EUA, incluindo o número total de instalações de fitness nas comunidades americanas, o número total de americanos empregados pela indústria, o número total de quantidade de salários pagos e o benefício direto para a economia dos EUA em impostos federais e estaduais.

O evento de dois dias contará com uma agenda dinâmica projetada para capacitar os participantes a educar os legisladores sobre os benefícios da atividade física para a saúde física e mental, estabelecer e fortalecer relacionamentos com membros do Congresso e seus funcionários e promover a reputação da indústria de saúde e fitness. .

Além de compartilhar o impacto econômico da indústria, os participantes ajudarão a promover as principais prioridades políticas dos EUA, incluindo a obtenção de apoio à Lei PHIT para expandir a elegibilidade da HSA e da FSA para atividades físicas e despesas com esportes juvenis, buscando proteções de responsabilidade nacional para garantir o uso de sistemas automatizados desfibriladores externos (DEAs) e compartilhando como a indústria está preparada para apoiar os esforços de recrutamento e retenção das forças armadas dos EUA.

“Our goals are aligned with our global advocacy pillars, dedicated to championing initiatives that unify our industry’s voice, enhance consumer access to wellness opportunities, and foster a business-friendly environment conducive to innovation and growth,” remarked Mike Goscinski, Vice President of Government Affairs for the Health & Fitness Association.

“Through collaborative efforts and strategic advocacy, we will position the health and fitness sector as a powerful force for positive change, promoting preventive health benefits, equitable access, and economic prosperity.”

Coincidindo com o Mês Nacional da Atividade Física, reconhecido por uma grande coligação de grupos industriais em maio, o evento é patrocinado pela ABC Fitness, ALTA Technology Group, ClubConnect, Daxko, DX Fator, EGYM, FitOn Health, Gympass is now wellhub, Junk Brands, Matrix Fitness, Myzone, NASM / AFAA, Precor, ROR Partners, Studio Grow, Technogym, Tivity Health e WellnessSpace Brands (anteriormente HydroMassage).

Registration is free for Health & Fitness Association members but costs $299 for non-members. Industry Partner members and suppliers interested in participating should contact Lynne Devaney at ldevaney@healthandfitness.org.

For more information and to register, visit healthandfitness.org or email Mike Goscinski at mgoscinski@healthandfitness.org.

Sobre a Health & Fitness Association

The Health & Fitness Association, a global community of industry leaders, is the only worldwide trade association providing a unified voice for the community of leaders who operate health and fitness facilities, offer professional guidance on physical activity, and provide the tools and equipment to do so to the millions of fitness facility members who understand that exercise improves their physical and mental health. Through advocacy, education, and research, the association speaks to opportunities, challenges, and changes that are moving the industry into a new era. Founded in 1981, the association publishes a monthly magazine, Club Business International, and operates its Convention & Trade Show. Follow the Health & Fitness Association on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.