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Yoga Joint Gets Investment, Gears Up for Nationwide Franchise Expansion
Already a force in South Florida, Yoga Joint is planning to expand across the country, primarily through multi-unit franchise deals.
How CR Fitness Became the Top Crunch Franchise Group
With over 150 years of combined experience, Crunch Fitness’ most successful franchise group stands alone in makeup and success.
What Private Equity Firms Look for in Fitness Franchise Groups
Here’s how leading private equity firms evaluate potential investments in the fitness franchising space.
Is Private Equity Right for Your Fitness Business?
There are several ways to finance your fitness business. Whether or not private equity is the best option comes down to your style and goals.
Body20 Names New CEO, Looks To Triple Footprint
Jay Galluzzo will lead the fast-growing EMS fitness franchise as it projects 100 studios open by the summer of 2024.
Fitness & Wellness Market Healthy Despite Post-Pandemic Woes, Investors Say
Top fitness and wellness investors share their thoughts on the industry’s financial health now and in the future.
Top Crunch Fitness Franchisee Adds Texas Locations, Eyes 100 Clubs by 2026
CR Fitness Holdings, the largest Crunch Fitness franchisee in the Southeast, is taking over two former big-box gyms in Texas.
Therabody Makes Jim Allwein CFO as Company Continues Wellness Push
Therabody welcomes Jim Allwein, who has extensive finance, tech and wellness experience, including a long stint as CFO of Atkins.
Are SPACs the Next Fitness Craze? Public Markets Hold Allure for Fitness Companies in 2021
SPACs, a potentially hot IPO market, and the growth of at-home fitness companies could create an exciting 2021 and 2022 for the fitness industry.
Echelon Raises $65 million as Goldman Bets on Connected Fitness
Echelon Fitness, the innovative connected fitness brand, has completed a $65 million financing led by Goldman Sachs Growth, along with participation from, North Castle Partners.
