Health and Fitness Club Industry News
Monday, October 26th, 2026
Life Time Earns Spot on Fortune’s 100 Fastest-Growing Companies List for 2026
Posted: October 22, 2026 in Chains
CHANHASSEN, MN - Life Time Group Holdings, Inc. ("Life Time" or the "Company") (NYSE: LTH) announces it has been named to the 2026 Fortune 100 Fastest-Growing Companies list. This marks the Company's second consecutive year on the list. Read More...
Orangetheory Fitness Launches OTconnect for Apple Watch
Posted: October 22, 2026 in Chains
BOCA RATON, FL - Orangetheory Fitness (OTF) is enhancing its connected in-studio experience with the U.S. launch of OTconnect for Apple Watch at participating studios, allowing members to connect their personal Apple Watch to an Orangetheory class and access real-time performance data using a device they already wear every day. Read More...
Daxko Bets Big on Birmingham with New Global Headquarters Location
Posted: October 22, 2026 in Suppliers
BIRMINGHAM, AL - Daxko, a leading software provider for the health, fitness and wellness industry, announces plans to establish its headquarters in downtown Birmingham, a decision that underscores its commitment to the city as its global headquarters. Daxko’s new headquarters will be the global hub and active center of innovation for Daxko’s 850+ global employees, including its 130+ Birmingham-based employees. Read More...
RSPA Sets Centennial Celebration for the World Racquets Conference in Orlando
Posted: October 21, 2026 in Suppliers
ORLANDO, FL - The Racquet Sports Professionals Association (RSPA) announces that it will celebrate its 100th anniversary at the World Racquets Conference 2027 (WRC27) in Orlando, September 19 - 23, 2027. The RSPA traces its roots to September 21, 1927, when a small group of coaches met in Philadelphia to form an association devoted to their profession. Over the past century, the RSPA has grown from that gathering into a global community of racquet sports professionals. Read More...
USTA, Special Olympics Announce Multi-Year Commitment to Expand Opportunities
Posted: October 19, 2026 in Suppliers
ORLANDO, FL - The United States Tennis Association (USTA) and Special Olympics announce a multi-year commitment to expand opportunities for athletes with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), setting a new standard for accessibility and inclusion in tennis. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Expands in San Antonio, Texas with New Crunch 3.0 Gym
Posted: October 16, 2026 in Chains
SAN ANTONIO, TX - Crunch Fitness announces the upcoming opening of Crunch San Antonio. The $11 million, 50,000-square-foot state-of-the-art fitness facility will open its doors in early 2027. Operated by Crunch Fitness franchisee The Undefeated Tribe, Crunch San Antonio will be located in a former standalone Gold's Gym building and create a new fitness offering for residents of San Antonio. Read More...
Exercise Is Medicine Becomes a Requirement in U.S. Cancer Care
Posted: October 16, 2026 in Suppliers
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Research has shown that exercise helps people living with and beyond cancer. Soon, exercise assessment and referral will be a routine part of accredited cancer care in the U.S. Read More...
Concept2 and NSCA Foundation Continue Equipment Grant Programs
Posted: October 15, 2026 in Suppliers
MORRISVILLE, VT - Concept2 announces the continuation of its partnership with the National Strength and Conditioning Association Foundation for a second year to support the tactical, first responder and military communities with Erg equipment grants. Read More...
HFA and Fitness Technology Summit Join Forces to Expand Global Industry Connections
Posted: October 14, 2026 in HFA
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Health & Fitness Association (HFA) and the Fitness Technology Summit (FTS), presented by AltaDX, announce a strategic partnership that will bring together their European events in 2027, creating an expanded opportunity for fitness industry leaders to connect, collaborate and explore the forces shaping the future of the industry. Read More...
Merrithew Elevates the Wood Reformer Category with the Maple NX3 MAX
Posted: October 14, 2026 in Suppliers
TORONTO, ON - Merrithew, creator of STOTT PILATES, announces the launch of the NX3 MAX™ Reformer, its first wood Reformer, designed for boutique studios, premium fitness clubs, hotels and wellness centers seeking to elevate both the Pilates experience and the environment around it. Read More...
