SAN DIEGO, CA—September 17, 2021—The American Council on Exercise (ACE) promoted Sarah Beavins to the role of Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Beavins has more than two decades of marketing experience in higher education, nonprofit and advertising agencies. “ACE is thrilled to have Sarah on the ACE team,” said Scott Goudeseune, Chief Executive Officer of ACE. “With proven success…
MUNICH, GERMANY—September 17, 2021—EGYM receives $41 million in growth equity to accelerate the digitization of the fitness and health industry. EGYM, a leading global fitness technology developer, has received $41 million in a Series E financing round from Mayfair Equity Partners, a leading tech and consumer growth investor. Following the investment, Mayfair Equity Partners will own…
INDIANAPOLIS, IN—September 16, 2021—Upper Hand, a leading provider of fitness management software, today announced it has been named a “Noteworthy Product” by Capterra, a free online service that helps organizations find the right software. Upper Hand is a winner in 5 Capterra Shortlist categories so far this year: Best Fitness Software, Best Personal Training Software, Best Yoga Studio…
LOS ANGELES, CA—September 15, 2021—World Gym International, the iconic global fitness brand, has big plans for Texas. World Gym has signed franchise agreements for brand new gyms in Kyle and Cleburne, Texas. The two new gyms join World Gyms in Ingram Park in San Antonio, Beaumont, North Dowlen, Texas City, Burleson and a previously announced…
Today, more than ever, the fitness industry is essential to public health. The health of all attending the IHRSA 40th Anniversary International Convention & Trade Show in Dallas, Texas, from October 13-15, is crucial not only for attendees, but also their families back home. Here we dive into our guidelines (as of September 14, 2021)…
September 13, 2021—Junckers has signed a long-term agreement with FIBA*, basketball’s global governing body, to serve as Global Supplier of wood flooring until 2024. The announcement by FIBA was signed on 07 September 2021, detailing the multi-event partnership which will encompass FIBA’s elite international competitions in the next three years, including FIBA EuroBasket 2022, FIBA…
WASHINGTON, D.C.—September 9, 2021—The Community Gyms Coalition (CGC), and IHRSA, the Global Health & Fitness Association, groups representing more than 40,000 gyms and fitness studios across the U.S., released the following statement on the House Committee on Small Business markup of its portion of the reconciliation bill. “While we are disappointed that the Small Business Committee did not…
Although the House Small Business Committee’s version of the reconciliation bill doesn’t include relief for industries, there’s still hope. Work is underway to include relief for hard-hit industries in another package, and EIDL changes are positive for the fitness industry. This information was first shared in an email to the National Health and Fitness Alliance mailing list….
The Wall Street Journal featured IHRSA’s CEO Liz Clark, ukactive released positive data for the fitness industry, a new study suggests exercise to reduce mortality in stroke survivors, and more. In times of COVID and while pursuing financial relief, positive media coverage is beneficial for the fitness industry—especially when it comes from a popular business-focused…
OCEANPORT, NJ—September 9, 2021—The Fort Athletic Club, capping a momentous and awe-inspiring multi-million dollar transformation, is pleased to announce its Ribbon Cutting celebration on Tuesday, September 14, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. The Club’s Leadership Team will be joined by Oceanport Mayor Jay Coffey to commemorate the facility’s opening, slated for October. Scott Marchakitus, CEO of…
BOSTON, MA—September 8, 2021—In light of the challenging travel restrictions for many and the health and fitness industry’s important worldwide community, the IHRSA 40th Anniversary International Convention & Trade Show (IHRSA 2021) will offer a rich and robust in-person and virtual program. As many other associations—and even IHRSA member clubs—have pivoted to offer in-person and virtual options,…
After the COVID-19 pandemic, overall health and well-being are becoming more important to consumers. As the fight for fitness industry relief continues, positive health trends are picking up pace. Since the pandemic, 3 in 4 Americans say that overall wellness is more important than ever. And access to exercise is becoming easier to attain, even…