Health and Fitness Club Industry News
Tuesday, October 6th, 2026
LA Fitness Reaches Major Milestone by Opening 200 Pilates by LA Fitness Studios Inside LA Fitness Clubs
Posted: September 29, 2026 in Chains
IRVINE, CA - LA Fitness is proud to celebrate the opening of its 200th Pilates by LA Fitness studio, marking a major milestone in the company's mission to make premium Reformer Pilates more accessible to fitness enthusiasts. Reaching 200 open studios across 16 states and Canada in approximately two and a half years reflects the rapid growth of Pilates by LA Fitness and the strong demand for high-quality Pilates programming within the LA Fitness club experience. Read More...
2026 HFA European Congress Spotlights New Industry Research
Posted: September 28, 2026 in HFA
WASHINGTON, D.C. - New research examining some of the most consequential issues facing the global health and fitness industry took center stage at the 2026 HFA European Congress, held September 24 – 26 at London Stadium in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Read More...
HFA and HYROX Join Forces for The HFA Show 2027
Posted: September 24, 2026 in HFA
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Health & Fitness Association (HFA), HYROX and Centr announce a new partnership that will bring fitness racing and its official competition equipment to The HFA Show 2027 while giving HFA members an exclusive opportunity to experience HYROX Las Vegas. The partnership creates a natural connection between the global industry leaders who come together each year at The HFA Show and the high-energy, participatory fitness competition experience that has made HYROX a global phenomenon. Read More...
Merrithew Expands Pilates Presence in Uruguay with New Fitness
Posted: September 22, 2026 in Suppliers
TORONTO, ON - Merrithew, a global leader in mindful movement education and equipment, has named New Fitness its exclusive distributor of equipment and accessories in Uruguay, giving fitness and wellness businesses across the country greater access to premium Pilates solutions and knowledgeable local service. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Brings Premier Fitness Destination to Springfield, Missouri
Posted: September 18, 2026 in Chains
SPRINGFIELD, MO - Crunch Fitness announces the upcoming opening of Crunch Springfield in Springfield, Missouri. The $5 million, 45,000-square-foot state-of-the-art fitness facility will open its doors in late 2026, with pre-sales beginning late 2026 as well. Operated by Crunch Fitness franchisee Fitness Ventures LLC, Crunch Springfield will create a new fitness offering for residents of Springfield. Read More...
VASA Fitness Introduces Studio Pilates, Expanding Its Small-Group Coach-Led Fitness Experiences
Posted: September 17, 2026 in Chains
DENVER, CO - VASA Fitness, one of the nation's fastest-growing fitness operators, is expanding its Studio offering with the launch of Studio Pilates, a new reformer Pilates experience designed to build strength, stability, mobility, posture and control through intentional, low-impact movement. With the addition of Pilates, VASA becomes the only high-value, low-price (HVLP) fitness brand to offer four distinct boutique-style studio experiences under one roof, alongside Studio Red HIIT, Studio LFT strength training and Studio Flow infrared yoga. Read More...
Life Time’s ARORA Program Redefines Healthy Aging as More Adults 55+ Seek Strength, Connection and Community
Posted: September 17, 2026 in Chains
CHANHASSEN, MN - September is Healthy Aging Month, but for a growing number of adults 55 and older, healthy aging is no longer about simply staying active. It is about staying strong, socially engaged, connected and fully involved in the experiences that make life richer. At Life Time (NYSE: LTH), that shift has been building for years through ARORA, the company's dedicated community and programming for adults 55+. Read More...
Planet Fitness Inspires Approximately 3.7 Million Teens to Prioritize Fitness Through its High School Summer Pass Program
Posted: September 16, 2026 in Chains
HAMPTON, N.H. - Planet Fitness, one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers with more members than any other fitness brand, announces that approximately 3.7 million teens ages 14 to 19 participated in its 2026 High School Summer Pass program from June 1 through August 31, consistent with last year's participation. Teens logged more than 19.4 million workouts, up 2% from last year, underscoring this generation's dedication to physical and mental wellness. Read More...
Burn Boot Camp Joins Forces with Global Sports Icon Ilona Maher
Posted: September 16, 2026 in Chains
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Burn Boot Camp, one of the nation's leading family-founded group fitness franchises, announces celebrated global sports icon Ilona Maher as its newest professional athlete partner. Read More...
Daxko Acquires Alaris, Strengthening Childcare Safety, Compliance and Wellbeing for Fitness and Wellness Operators
Posted: September 16, 2026 in Suppliers
BIRMINGHAM, AL - Daxko, a leading integrated software and payments provider to the health and wellness industry, announces the acquisition of Alaris, a childcare compliance and management software. Alaris is purpose-built for fitness and wellness operators offering childcare for camps, after-school programs, Kids Club, Child Watch, group exercise and preschool programs. Read More...
