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Reopened fitness clubs see more than two-thirds of members return
A newly released industry survey of post-Coronavirus gym operations around the world has revealed that reopened clubs have seen see more than two-thirds of their members return....
Oct 18, 2020
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One in five of the world's gyms remain closed
A new international survey from athletic apparel website RunRepeat has revealed that a fifth of the world’s fitness facilities remain closed despite lockdown measures being...
Oct 6, 2020
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Aquatic, fitness and sport facilities headed for membership crisis
Market intelligence powered by ActiveXchange suggests that aquatic, fitness and sport facilities are heading towards a mayor membership crisis in the coming months as members...
Sep 24, 2020
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Jonas Leisure onboards Australian and New Zealand councils remotely during COVID-19
While going live with a new leisure management system during the COVID-19 crisis might seem daunting to some, a group of Australian and New Zealand councils have done just that...
Sep 11, 2020
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AI-powered retention platform Keepme secures US$1.7 million investment
AI-powered sales and marketing platform Keepme has announced that is has secured an initial round of $1.7 million in funding that will be used to support product development and...
Sep 9, 2020
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Survey shows Australia gyms outperforming international counterparts
Australia is seeing the greatest percentage of fitness club members return to their gyms - by comparison with counterparts in Canade, the UK and the USA - according to a newly...
Aug 23, 2020
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Dubai’s GymNation reaches one million member visits milestone
Dubai fitness facility GymNation has reported reaching its one-million-member visit milestone since opening its first location in the Emirate’s Al Quoz district in July 2018....
Aug 4, 2020
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GymSales acquired by ABC Financial
ABC Financial, a provider of technology and related services for the fitness industry based in the US state of Arkansas, has announced its acquisition of GymSales, a leading...
Jul 22, 2020
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Technogym unveils live streaming and on-demand classes via Mywellness app
Technogym has announced the launch of live streaming and on-demand classes, with content to be delivered via the Technogym Mywellness app. The new content solution within the...
Jul 12, 2020
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GymSales Software announces partnership with Evolution Wellness Group
GymSales Software has announced its latest partnership with Evolution Wellness Group, owner and operator of Asia’s largest health club network comprising the Celebrity Fitness,...
Jul 2, 2020
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Vivaticket announces partnership with digital payment provider Skrill
Leading global ticketing and access control solutions provider Vivaticket, has announced a worldwide partnership with digital payments leader Skrill. Vivaticket, which uses a...
Jun 30, 2020
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New Zealand gym operations exceed 85% of pre-Coronavirus lockdown activity levels
The Exercise Association of New Zealand (ExerciseNZ) has reported that gyms and exercise facilities across the country have reached about 85% to 90% of the pre-COVID-19 activity...
Jun 29, 2020
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Strategic Membership Solutions survey informs associations on planning requirements post COVID-19
Strategic Membership Solutions (SMS), an organisation providing strategic planning, sponsorship, and membership support for associations, have released the results of their June...
Jun 25, 2020
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GymNation founder says Dubai needs more affordable gym pricing
Gyms in Dubai are 'overcharging' customers with an 'outdated' pricing model that makes it difficult to stay fit, according to Loren Holland, founder and Chief Executive of...
Jun 24, 2020
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MessageMedia offers free SMS support package for fitness business owners
Mindful of the need for fitness businesses to engage with members and clients, SMS platform MessageMedia is offering operators a new free SMS support package to help reconnect...
Jun 24, 2020
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Belgravia Leisure announces reopening of all Australian and New Zealand facilities
Belgravia Leisure has today announced all facilities will reopen today - 23rd June - following the relaxing of COVID-19 restrictions in New Zealand and in every state in...
Jun 22, 2020
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Priava releases new online booking module to improve customer experience
To ensure venue operators are able to operate without further disruption in the wake of COVID-19, Priava has released their new Online Booking Module which includes new features...
Jun 17, 2020
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MPower MSL announces partnership with EPOS and mobile payment software supplier Kappture
MPower MSL has today announced a five year strategic partnership with Kappture, a leading supplier of electronic point of sale (EPOS) and mobile payment software that covers...
May 17, 2020
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Experienced fitness operator addresses clubs' ongoing hygiene and business challenges
Experienced fitness industry executive David Norman's new venture Fitbodonline has released an industry specific 'Gym Safe' sanitiser and portable stand and automatic dispenser....
May 14, 2020
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TSG acquires health and fitness software provider TrueCoach
TSG, an Advent portfolio company and leading global business management software and payment solutions provider, has acquired US-based health and fitness software provider,...
Apr 27, 2020
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TSG announces acquisition of Stadline
TSG, an Advent portfolio company and leading global business management software and payment solutions provider, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Stadline, an...
Apr 23, 2020
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Mindbody opens new office in India
Leading fitness and wellness technology platform Mindbody has announced that it is to expand its operations with the launch of a new office in India. Based out of Pune in the...
Feb 17, 2020
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Victorian Government and Melbourne media warn consumers about being ‘ripped off’ by gyms
Both the Victorian Government and Melbourne newspaper the Herald Sun have this week set to warn consumers about the need to be “careful” when joining fitness clubs. An annual...
Feb 5, 2020
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ClassPass secures further US$70 million investment
Leading global fitness sharing platform ClassPass has announced the close of a US$70 million Series C funding round. Led by Singapore-based investment company Temasek, the...
Jan 13, 2020
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