The global fitness operator discussed its longevity initiative and U.S. listing exploration at the recent ICR Conference
World Gym is making bloodwork part of the workout experience.
The global gym chain, which has more than 270 locations, has unveiled plans for a longevity initiative that integrates blood and DNA testing directly into members’ fitness routines, making World Gym one of many operators joining the gym-as-a-clinic movement.
World Gym spoke about the new program at the recent 28th Annual ICR Conference.
“We are pleased to say we have some of the highest retention rates and continue to launch innovative programs that further increase customer loyalty,” World Gym President John Caraccio said. “Our growth strategy is two-fold, opening new locations both domestically and globally and increasing same-store sales growth.”
The program will be available for a recurring fee, though pricing and rollout details are still limited.
“This is just one of the ways that demonstrates how World Gym continues to lead and commit to results-driven fitness and member success,” Caraccio added. “As the market leader in Taiwan, there are so many exciting things on the horizon for our Asia growth this year as we look to duplicate our success – including in Thailand and more – and our global franchises across the world.”
The company is also evaluating a stock market listing in the U.S. Last fall, the fitness operator signed franchise agreements for Brazil and Mexico and added locations across Australia and Taiwan.
World Gym currently operates 17 gym locations in the United States, according to its website, with a presence in Canada and Mexico as well.
“People should invest in World Gym because it is a juggernaut,” Mark Harms, executive committee member and early investor, shared during an interview at the event. “We invested in World Gym in 2017 when it was a private company to help it become a public company. We helped it list in Taiwan two years ago and are now evaluating a stock market listing in the United States. Last year, the company generated the equivalent of $60 million in EBITDA, with expectations of growth to $80+ million in 2026.”
World Gym Corporation acquired World Gym International in 2024, securing the brand and global operating rights.
