Courtney Rehfeldt

About Courtney Rehfeldt

Courtney Rehfeldt is a senior staff writer at Athletech News, where she reports on the evolving intersection of fitness, wellness and business. She regularly interviews industry leaders, founders and innovators and attends industry events to report on emerging trends firsthand. She began her career in broadcast media at Paramount before joining ATN and previously contributed to several outlets, including two weekly New York-based papers. Her short creative writing has appeared in the New York Times’ Metropolitan Diary section. She holds a bachelor’s degree in media and communications from SUNY Old Westbury.

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Club Pilates Joins Thailand’s Wellness Revolution

Club Pilates has signed a master franchise agreement to bring 20 studios to Bangkok, with the first location set to open next spring.

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Oura’s $11B Valuation Signals Investor Confidence in Preventive Health

Oura has raised $900 million at an $11 billion valuation as smart rings surge and the U.S. government pushes wearables for preventive health.

Peloton

Hyatt Checks In to Peloton Studios for an NYC Takeover

Hyatt is taking over Peloton Studios New York for a morning of fitness classes, a wellness panel, coffee bar and custom swag.

Jonas Fitness Commits Millions to Responsible AI for Club Operators

Jonas Fitness has unveiled a multimillion-dollar AI plan to streamline club operations, boost efficiency and improve the member experience.

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Tonal Inks Distribution Deal That Includes ‘Try Before You Buy’ Option

Tonal has teamed up with Johnson Fitness & Wellness to make its smart strength training system available in all JFW stores and online.

On Mental Health Day, GymNation Removes All Weights From Its Clubs

GymNation is marking World Mental Health Day 2025 by removing all weights from its UAE and KSA gyms, urging members to “unload.”

Boast Serves Up a New Era for Women’s Tennis Apparel

Boast has launched its 2025-2026 women’s collection, a performance and lifestyle line inspired by tennis culture. 

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SoulCycle Teams With Superpower To Integrate Biomarker Testing

Telehealth platform Superpower is joining SoulCycle’s Fall Challenge to bring biomarker insights into the cycling studio.

Kevin Hart’s VC Firm Leads $35M Round for AI Weight Loss App

The AI-powered Simple Life app ditches calorie counting in favor of data-driven coaching, gamification and habit science.

JETSET Pilates franchise

JetSet Pilates Pushes Past 200 Franchise Deals Signed

JetSet Pilates has surpassed 200 studios sold as it scales through major markets and prepares to enter 2026 with 50 open locations.