Fitness Franchise

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UBX Enters the UAE As Global Expansion Heats Up

Strength training and boxing franchise UBX has just opened new locations in Dubai and Japan, with plans to open 600 gyms in 5 years.

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BASI Systems Partners With GymNation to Expand Pilates in the Middle East

The strategic partnership aims to make Pilates more accessible, challenging boutique studio pricing while expanding high-quality offerings.

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Fitness Facilities Nationwide to Unite for 90-Minute ALS Fundraiser

Gyms across the country are turning sweat into support, hosting special 90-minute classes to raise funds for ALS research

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Orangetheory Adds Advanced Air Purification Technology

Select Orangetheory Fitness studios will be outfitted with Molekule's FDA-approved, proprietary air purification technology.

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Crunch Fitness Holds Top Spot, New Brands Land on Franchise 500

Crunch Fitness is once again one of the top franchise brands in North America, per Entrepreneur's annual Franchise 500 list.

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From Cancer to Booming Biz, Hotworx Franchisees Overcome Obstacles

Gwynda and Monica Nia Jones, a mother-daughter duo from Chicago, persevered to build a profitable Hotworx fitness studio.

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Watch Now: SABRE, SWEAT440 Execs Talk Fitness Franchise Real Estate

Real estate experts Jay Siano and Douglas Jerum of Sabre sit down with Sweat440 CEO Cody Patrick to discuss fitness franchising strategies.

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How to Nail Your Soft Opening: A 7-Day Checklist for New Franchises

Here's a step-by-step soft opening plan to set your new franchise up for a grand debut that brings in your community.

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New GymNation Study Reveals Soaring Regional Fitness Aspirations

A landmark survey released by GymNation, the UAE-based fitness giant, reveals a significant fitness boom in the UAE and Saudi Arabia

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Xplor Mariana Tek Launches New Franchise Management Tools

Xplor Mariana Tek has launched a new suite of franchise management software tools to help multi-site fitness and wellness studios.