Fitness Labor Unions Are Coming for the Fitness Industry, Threatening a Long-Held Power Dynamic By Courtney Rehfeldt February 2, 2026 credit: Maayan Nemanov The fitness industry has historically avoided labor unrest, but organizers say that dynamic is under strain as Gen Z workers… Membership Required This article is for ATN Pro members only. ATN Pro members get: Unlimited access to Athletech News articles Exclusive access to ATN Pro-level reporting Discounts to ATN the Innovation Summit VIP access to community events Exclusive email newsletters $299/year Subscribe Now Already a member? Log in Already a member? Log in here Tags: ATN Pro climbing gyms CorePower Gen Z Movement Gyms strike Vital Climbing Workers United