News: Fitness
IHRSA identifies top health club trends for 2012
The International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) has announced its annual list of Health Club Trends for 2012. By working with its global membership base of...
Jan 13, 2012
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Ezypay issues January cash flow challenge
Direct debit service provider Ezypay has issued a cash flow challenge for aquatic, fitness and recreation businesses through the month of January. During January Ezypay is...
Jan 12, 2012
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Zumba classes hit the pool
Global lifestyle brand Zumba Fitness is launching Aqua Zumba®, a water-based version of the globally successful Zumba® workout. Following the traditional Zumba formula already...
Jan 11, 2012
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Strong response to Lakeside Leisure's Master Facilities plan
Lakeside Leisure's Master Facilities Plan (MFP) consultation has received an extremely good response with 460 responses from a wide cross section of the Queenstown community...
Jan 10, 2012
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UQ Sport Academy launches
The University of Queensland (UQ) Sport's high performance branch has celebrated the launch of its newly branded UQ Sport Academy (UQSA). The launch of the new brand coincides...
Jan 9, 2012
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Rockdale Council advances new aquatic centre
Rockdale City Council is advancing its proposal for the upgrade of the Bexley Swimming Centre in Southern Sydney. The Council commenced an extended public consultation as of mid...
Jan 9, 2012
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Fitness Australia announces first round of Grant recipients
12 fitness providers have been successful in receiving a $5,000 Start-up Grant to deliver Lift for Life®, a progressive resistance strength training program designed to assist...
Jan 9, 2012
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YMCA urges Australians to put health and family first
As Australians start to plan or put into practise their New Year's resolutions, the YMCA is urging everyone to make family and fitness a priority in 2012. The YMCA suggest that...
Jan 5, 2012
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REPs releases resources on exercise benefits
To help the New Zealand public understand the multiple advantages of exercise, and the benefits of using an exercise professional, the Registered Exercise Professionals (REPs)...
Jan 4, 2012
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Alpine Health & Fitness' 'Revive' programme delivers 'life-changing' experiences
Revive, the latest programme from Queenstown's Alpine Health & Fitness, has proven to be a resounding success for weight loss, fitness, nutrition guidance and overall lifestyle...
Jan 3, 2012
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FILEX presents unique opportunities for fitness businesses
Early bird registration discounts are set to close on 31st December for the FILEX 2012 Convention. The industry leading event, to be held on the weekend of 27th to 29th April...
Dec 30, 2011
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Leisure facilities reopen after Christchurch's 'Eve of Eve' earthquake
With aftershocks continuing to rattle Christchurch residents following the 'eve of Eve' earthquake on Friday 23rd December, leisure facilities across the city have reopened....
Dec 29, 2011
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Athletic youth go for gold at Thanyapura Ironkids Phuket Triathlon
Hundreds of children from all over Asia, from future world champions to those who just want to have fun, converged on the world's new Ironman and Triathlon mecca, Phuket earlier...
Dec 28, 2011
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Timaru's CBAY incorporates SBS Events Centre and Fitness Studio
Timaru District Council's ambitious Caroline Bay Aquatic Centre development has achieved a significant landmark with the an agreement for the management and operation of...
Dec 28, 2011
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Organisers release details of China Guangzhou International Fitness Fair
The China Guangzhou International Fitness Fair (Fitness Guangzhou 2012) is to held at the China Import & Export Fair, Pazhou Complex in Guangzhou from 9th to 11th March 2012....
Dec 22, 2011
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7,500 responses to Aus/NZ 2012 fitness survey
Since going live on 1st December, the 2012 Australian & New Zealand Fitness Industry Survey has already attracted 7,500 industry responses. Concerned about the lack of...
Dec 16, 2011
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Technogym's Kinesis helps Gwinganna's wellness mission
The award winning Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat has been equipped with Technogym's Kinesis Wall. The multi-purpose unique workout that Kinesis provides enables guests to restore...
Dec 14, 2011
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Greg Hurst steps down at Australian Institute of Fitness
Longstanding Australian Institute of Fitness (AIF) Chief Executive Greg Hurst has stepped down from his role, being replaced by Martin Hartcher. In a letter to industry...
Dec 13, 2011
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'Special forces' fitness looks to offer more than boot camps
Going beyond the programmes offered by established 'boot camp' operators, the recently opened SpecForce Fitness in Auckland's Eden Terrace offers "a new level of training...
Dec 12, 2011
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New owners plan US$136 million Fitness First expansion in the Middle East
The Dubai-based Landmark Group plans to spend as much as US$136 million expanding its Fitness First chain of gyms across the Middle East. Landmark, which bought up the regional...
Dec 11, 2011
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Ocean Lifestyles website launched
Just in time for the Australian summer OceanFit has launched a new fun, interactive and educational beach-orientated website. The bright and easy to navigate free website...
Dec 8, 2011
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North Sydney Council restricts outdoor fitness group activities
North Sydney Council is to restrict outdoor fitness group activities, including boot camps, in its parks and reserves. Aggressive, intimidating or military-style squad training...
Dec 7, 2011
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AIF training facilities receive quality recognition for its training equipment and facilities
The Australian Institute of Fitness (AIF) is one of the first registered training organisations (RTO) to have its training facilities approved by the Right Way Program, a new...
Dec 6, 2011
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Focus on good manners in the gym
A range of industry operators and media have been highlighting issues or 'gym etiquette' over recent weeks with the North Melbourne Recreation, the NineMSN website and industry...
Dec 3, 2011
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