Australia
Wearables Enter the Spotlight at Australian Open Amid Whoop Controversy
Top players Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka were ordered to remove their Whoop bands before matches at the Australian Open.
The Australian Open Is Investing in Padel, Marking a Win for the Racket Sports Boom
AO Ventures, the investment arm of the Australian Open and Tennis Australia, is funding Padel Haus, a U.S.-based operator of padel clubs.
Australia Joins Global Pushback Over Gym Membership Cancellations
As regulators target "subscription traps," gym operators in Australia, the U.S. and U.K. are pushing back.
World Gym Signs Franchise Deal in Mexico, Expands in Australia
World Gym has announced a new master franchise deal in Mexico, five additional gyms in Australia and record revenue gains in Taiwan.
Studio Pilates Enters Germany as Global Growth Ramps Up
Studio Pilates is launching in Germany amid global expansion plans with upcoming studios across the U.S., Europe, Australia and New Zealand.
FLG’s Reform Pilates Reaches 50 Studios in Australia
Fitness & Lifestyle Group has opened its 50th Reform Pilates studio, expanding its premium concept across Goodlife and Fitness First gyms.
The Picklr To Open 50 Pickleball Clubs in Australia & New Zealand
The Picklr will open 50 indoor pickleball clubs across Australia and New Zealand as part of its global expansion.
Smaller Space, Big Strategy: Genesis Health & Fitness Intros New Franchise Format
Genesis Health + Fitness debuts a smaller club model to reduce franchise costs and accelerate expansion across Australia.
Club Pilates Inks Landmark Deal To Expand Across Australia
Riser Fitness will open 40 Club Pilates studios across Australia, marking one of the country’s largest fitness franchise expansions to date.
Studio Pilates International Expands After Record Growth Year
Studio Pilates International is opening five new studios in the U.S. and Australia after a record year marked by client growth and sales.
