IHRSA 2019 got off to a strong start Wednesday in San Diego, CA. Here’s a peek at the day’s events. After a year of anticipation, the 39th Annual IHRSA International Convention & Trade Show began bright and early in San Diego on Wednesday. Attendees gathered before the sunrise for the Fitness Business Podcast #FBPFamily Meet…
The legislation champions Americans in their efforts to live healthier lifestyles by making it easier to cover exercise expenses with pre-tax dollars. BOSTON, MA—March 12, 2019—IHRSA announced today its support for the Personal Health Investment Today Act (PHIT), just newly introduced into the 116th Congress. The legislation champions Americans in their efforts to live healthier…
System integrates seamlessly into fitness studios from health clubs to hotel fitness centers offering customized & branded exercise guidance. SANTA MONICA, CA—March 11, 2019—On March 14, Aktiv Solutions officially debuts Aktiv TV, the first open-platform of its kind, at IHRSA’s annual conference in San Diego, California. A leader in the design and supply of functional…
Leaders across the European fitness club industry will gather from 14-17 October for the annual event that will include three keynotes, networking opportunities, and a sponsor showcase. BOSTON, MA—March 11, 2019—After 10 years, the IHRSA European Congress, the premier leadership event for the European fitness club industry, is returning to Dublin, Ireland. The event will…
For a detailed analysis of compensation and benefits practices for the health club industry, look no further than the 2019 IHRSA Health Club Employee Compensation & Benefits Report. BOSTON, MA—March 8, 2019—Today, the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) released The 2019 IHRSA Health Club Employee Compensation & Benefits Report, a detailed analysis of compensation…
Premier active-lifestyle company also appoints new members to Board of Directors. SAN FRANCISCO, CA—March 7, 2019—The Bay Club Company (“Bay Club”), today announced they have selected Troon to manage its growing collection of golf operations on the West Coast. In addition to announcing this significant partnership, Bay Club also announced the appointment of two new members to…
IHRSA’s executive vice president of public policy, Helen Durkin, J.D., will serve as NCPPA’s board president and spearhead the coalition’s advocacy and public policy efforts through 2020. WASHINGTON, D.C.—March 6, 2019—The National Coalition for Promoting Physical Activity (NCPPA) today announced new leadership to its board of directors for the 2019-2020 term and reiterated its commitment…
The touchscreen exercise library will help gyms attract customers by keeping them ahead of the game with functional training. PETERBOROUGh, UK—March 6, 2019—Escape has launched Multi-Activity Resource Station (MARS), giving touchscreen access to a library of exercise videos and fun pre-loaded workouts to exercisers of any level and demographic. This system helps gyms stay up-to-date,…
Also, the company will be demonstrating its 300, 300 PRO and 500 PRO series of commercial fitness trampolines, as well as the PlyoFit PRO. CAMPBELL, CA—March 5, 2019—At its tenth consecutive appearance at the 38th Annual IHRSA International Convention & Trade Show this month in San Diego, JumpSport Fitness will showcase new, innovative programming and products for…
Heath’s new role will focus on managing relationships with large Core Health & Fitness accounts such as Anytime Fitness, YMCA and JCC. VANCOUVER, WA—March 4, 2019—Core Health & Fitness, an industry leader in commercial fitness products, is excited to announce the promotion of Heath Debish to Director of National Accounts. Last week marked Heath’s 22nd…
Working with industry leaders in health clubs, fitness equipment manufacturing and fitness distribution has enabled Jon to become diversified in all aspects of the fitness industry. VANCOUVER, WA—March 4, 2019—Core Health & Fitness, an industry leader in commercial fitness products, is excited to announce the promotion of Jon Brozenec to Director of East Regional Sales….
Pellegrino will bring her expertise to give health club owners better chances at build stronger fitness communities. HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO—MARCH 4, 2019—Sarah Pellegrino, fitness industry expert and a leader in health club sales, recently joined forces with ASF Payment Solutions as a remote Sales Executive, combining expertise to give health club owners better chances at…