News: Fitness
GoXPro transforms fitness industry with gamified digital challenges
GoXPro, a global leader in SaaS solutions for Personal Training, has launched its 'Digitalised Challenges' feature with the new offering enhancing client engagement and...
Jul 28, 2024
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Shoalhaven’s aquatic and leisure centre opening hours adjusted to reduce expenditure
Shoalhaven City Council is reducing the operating hours of more than 20 facilities and services as part of the ongoing work to address Council’s financial position in the...
Jul 25, 2024
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Swedish private equity group to purchase Fitness Passport platform for $750 million
Private equity group The Growth Fund (TGF) has been reported as being set to sell its Fitness Passport business to Swedish investment firm EQT Partners. As reported by the...
Jul 25, 2024
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Heat pump at Coffs Harbour War Memorial Olympic Swimming Pool now fully operational
A project to install a heat pump in the 50-metre pool at the Coffs Harbour War Memorial Olympic Swimming Pool has been completed, with users expected to be able to experience a...
Jul 25, 2024
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PLAE named as Official Gym Equipment Supplier for Australian Olympic Team
PLAE, a global leader in human performance solutions, has been named as the Official Gym Equipment Supplier for the Australian Olympic Team with the partnership underscoring...
Jul 24, 2024
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AFL’s Western Bulldogs officially reopen redeveloped Mission Whitten Oval
AFL’s Western Bulldogs have officially reopened Mission Whitten Oval following the completion of a $78 million redevelopment aimed at supporting elite and grassroots sporting...
Jul 23, 2024
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Active Monash achieve Quality Accreditation from AUSactive
Active Monash and its three aquatic, fitness and recreation centres - Oakleigh Recreation Centre, Clayton Aquatic and Health Club and Monash Aquatic and Recreation - have been...
Jul 23, 2024
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8th World Wellness Weekend to present free activities around the globe
Set to be held from 20th to 22nd September, the eight edition of World Wellness Weekend will ‘celebrate life’ with free wellness activities. Acknowledging health and...
Jul 20, 2024
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Christchurch multi-purpose Hornby Centre has strong start since opening
Christchurch’s Hornby Centre has had a strong first three months of operation. Since opening its doors in April, Christchurch’s newest pool, library and customer service hub has...
Jul 20, 2024
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Myzone launches its first Olympics-themed challenge
One week ahead of the Olympic Games Paris 2024, fitness technology leader Myzone has launched its first global challenge embracing the Olympic spirit and aimed at inspiring...
Jul 18, 2024
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AUSactive spotlights its upcoming Sydney event offerings for health and fitness sector
AUSactive is spotlighting its impressive array of upcoming Sydney events catering to all in health and fitness. As part of this year’s AusFitness Industry Trade Show & Summit,...
Jul 17, 2024
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EGYM launches in Australia
Fitness technology leader EGYM has today launched in Australia, unveiling its training experience at a customer event in Sydney alongside distribution partner NovoFit. In a...
Jul 17, 2024
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UBX boxing fitness franchise to enter United Arab Emirates
Boxing franchise UBX has announced its eighth international expansion with 18 locations planned in the United Arab Emirates, adding to an existing 100-plus gyms globally and hot...
Jul 16, 2024
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F45 Training collaborates for Spartan Week
F45 Training, in partnership with Spartan, has today announced Spartan Week, being held from 15th to 21st July, offering all Spartan participants nationally, free access to...
Jul 15, 2024
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YMCA SA to manage refurbished Thebarton Aquatic Centre
The Thebarton Aquatic Centre, located in Torrensville, adjacent to the future Adelaide Crows training facility, will reopen to the public from Thursday 18th July following an...
Jul 14, 2024
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Looking to expand Vaura Pilates studios continues with Hapana
Following its 2021 acquisition by F45 training, Vaura, the new brand for Vive Active studios, is looking to expand in key international markets. The opening its first location...
Jul 14, 2024
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One Playground announces expansion with fourth Sydney location
Fast growing boutique gym, One Playground, has announced a fourth location for Sydney adding to its Surry Hills, Newtown and Marrickville offerings. 'The Flagship', anticipated...
Jul 14, 2024
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Great Victorian Bike Ride to mark its 40th anniversary in 2024
The Great Victorian Bike Ride will mark its 40th anniversary with a historic journey across northeast Victoria from 23rd November to 1st December. In 2024, the ride will begin...
Jul 13, 2024
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University of Queensland research shows HIIT training benefits for mental wellness of older adults
University of Queensland research has found high-intensity interval training (HIIT) improves brain function in older adults for up to five years with Emeritus Professor Perry...
Jul 11, 2024
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FitHer women’s health and fitness expo heads to Brisbane
FitHer, the consumer-oriented health and fitness expo focused on women, is heading to Brisbane for the first time this July, after its successful inaugural event at ICC Sydney in...
Jul 10, 2024
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IFA and NASM announce global fitness education partnership
The International Fitness Academy (IFA) and National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) have launched a new partnership aimed at transforming global fitness education. Set to be...
Jul 10, 2024
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Gymdesk secures US$32.5 million to expand its fitness software platform
Gymdesk, a Texas, USA-based management software provider for over 2,000 gyms and fitness studios across 34 countries, has secured a US$32.5 million growth investment from...
Jul 10, 2024
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Fitness-focused yoga franchise expands into Hong Kong
Yoga Movement, a fitness/yoga hybrid franchise has announced its expansion into Hong Kong – the franchise’s first studio outside of Singapore. The fitness-focused yoga...
Jul 9, 2024
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AUSactive announces two new director appointments
Aiming to broaden and strengthen its skillset and bolster its role in Australia’s preventive health environment, AUSactive has announced the appointment of Dr John Petrozzi and...
Jul 9, 2024
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