Fitness Franchise

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America’s Biggest Gym Brands by Location Count

According to new data, 24-hour gyms and low-price operators are dominating the U.S. fitness market, although some boutique studio brands are also flourishing.

Crunch Fitness Clubs Can Add Freemotion Equipment in New Deal

Now an approved global vendor for the Crunch Fitness, Freemotion will bring its iFIT-powered connected fitness and strength equipment to Crunch facilities.

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Kommunity Fitness Eyes US Market, Hiring Former Club Pilates President Mike Gray

Canada-based Kommunity Fitness is breaking into the U.S. market, bolstered by the appointment of former Club Pilates president Mike Gray.

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Longtime Xponential Fitness CFO Leaves Company

John Meloun has left Xponential after an eight-year stint as chief financial officer. Robert Julian, a former Callaway Golf exec, will serve as interim CFO.

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Fitura, a Franchising Platform for Padel, Pilates & Recovery, Launches With $20M Valuation

Fitura Brands, backed by founder and CEO James Hurlock, raised an initial financing round at a $20 million pre-money valuation.

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Former Barry’s Exec Has Big Plans for Yoga Joint

Former Barry's exec Adam Shane is bringing Yoga Joint's infrared heated strength-and-yoga concept to New York City, with 15 locations planned.

Franchisee Spotlight: JetSet Pilates in Lake Norman & Charlotte

JetSet Pilates franchise owners Kayla and Ben Logue went from a single standout studio to a multi-unit operation in under a year.

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Xponential Fitness Urged To Sell by Top Shareholder

Xponential Fitness' largest shareholder is pushing for a sale, arguing that Club Pilates alone is worth more than the entire company.

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Xponential Fitness Agrees To Pay Nearly $40M in Settlements, Shares Plunge

Xponential Fitness agreed to a proposed $17 million FTC payment and finalized a $22.75 million franchisee settlement as its shares plunged.

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Franchisee Spotlight: Body Fit Training (BFT) in Little Italy, San Diego

From Australia, to Kuwait to California, this BFT team built community from the ground up with their franchise operation.