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Matrix Fitness Introduces New Cardio Portfolio

COTTAGE GROVE, Wis. (February 27, 2020) – Matrix Fitness is launching an all-new cardio offering designed to make it easier for customers to find fitness solutions specific to their needs. The company’s three new cardio series are compatible with five reimagined consoles for combinations of performance and technology that can accommodate virtually any fitness facility’s budget, space and members. Fitness facility owners and managers will be able to browse the new platforms and consoles for the first time at the 2020 IHRSA and FIBO industry trade shows.

Shadō Fitness Becomes AFS Sponsor; Will Be at SUCCEED! 2020

(MINNEAPOLIS, MN, LEBANON, OH, February 27, 2020) – The Association of Fitness Studios (AFS) today proudly announced and welcomed the addition of Shadō Fitness to the sponsorship ranks for both AFS and SUCCEED! 2020.

Created by former fitness studio owner, Shannon Raddin, Shadō is a pioneering heart rate gamification software offering highly interactive games to indoor cycling & fitness facilities. With a mission of “We Turn Exercise into an Experience!” Shadō choregraphs music intensity with heart rate zones to motivate members while engaged in a competitive game that is inclusive to all fitness levels.

Matrix Fitness Introduces a New Slat-Belt Treadmill

COTTAGE GROVE, Wis. (February 25, 2020) – Matrix Fitness, one of the world’s fastest-growing commercial fitness brands, is set to change the way the fitness industry thinks about slat-belt treadmills by introducing their thoughtfully designed Performance Plus Treadmill. The reimagined treadmill provides an exceptional running experience through unmatched performance for facilities that want to differentiate their offering with a product that outlasts traditional designs. Fitness facility owners and managers will be able to get their first look at the Performance Plus Treadmill at the 2020 IHRSA and FIBO industry trade shows.

Myzone to Host ‘Myzone University’ Pre-Con Event at SUCCEED! 2020

(MINNEAPOLIS, MN, CHICAGO, IL, February 20, 2020) – The Association of Fitness Studios (AFS) and Myzone today jointly announced that Myzone will host a Myzone University pre-Convention event at SUCCEED! 2020.

The event takes place Thursday April 30 from 9:00am-4:00pm and will feature both education and a workout. It’s open to anybody: Myzone customers, potential customers, SUCCEED! attendees, AFS members or otherwise. Lunch is included.

Matrix Fitness Sales Grow 17.5 Percent in 2019

COTTAGE GROVE, Wis. (February 18, 2020) – Matrix Fitness, the commercial brand of Johnson Health Tech (JHT), continued to experience double-digit percentage of growth in 2019 with $620 million in global revenue for the year, an increase of 17.5 percent over 2018. Overall, Johnson Health Tech grew 13.6 percent over the same time period. While the company experienced increased sales globally, including impressive growth in U.S. retail e-commerce sales, the largest gains came from commercial sales in the Americas and Asia Pacific. Most notably, U.S. sales of Matrix grew 36 percent over the previous year.

ISSA Becomes AFS Sponsor; Will Have Major Presence at SUCCEED! 2020

(MINNEAPOLIS, MN, PHOENIX, AZ, February 18, 2020) – The Association of Fitness Studios (AFS) and the International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) today jointly announced that ISSA has become a sponsor of AFS and will host a dynamic seminar at SUCCEED! 2020 - DNA Testing and the Future of Fitness.

As the leader in fitness education, ISSA delivers easy-to-follow comprehensive online courses based on leading industry research and designed to prepare trainers for long-term success. Founded in 1988 by Dr. Sal Arria and Dr. Frederick Hatfield, ISSA now offers 20 fitness certifications and has certified over 300,000 trainers in 143 countries.

Money Movers Becomes AFS Sponsor; Will Be at SUCCEED! 2020 ‘A Pick-and-Choose Member Management System’

(MINNEAPOLIS, MN, SEBASTOPOL, CA, February 5, 2020) – The Association of Fitness Studios (AFS) today proudly announced and welcomed the addition of Money Movers, Inc. to the sponsorship ranks for both AFS and SUCCEED! 2020.

Money Movers started out over 25 years ago as a gateway processor for ACH and credit card transactions for many industries with an emphasis on fitness. As the industry evolved, Money Movers developed software to help studios and gyms succeed. Their banking and processing expertise along with Online Business Manager gym software and customer service help clients manage their business more effectively.

Brand New Reports Coming Soon!!!

2019 Fitness Studio Operating & Financial Benchmarking Report

The 2019 report is our most ambitious yet, including a financial breakdown of studios by region, studio type, and size to get the most accurate data possible.

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2019 Fitness Studio Trend Report

To ensure a variety of feedback, AFS canvassed its Advisory Council, vendor partners, and leading studio and gym operators to reveal their top trends for 2019!

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2018 Fitness Studio Operating & Financial Benchmarking Report

From coast to coast, the 2018 report canvassed the US to get the most accurate data possible. The 2018 report shows the studio market continues to thrive and become increasingly revenue efficient.

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2018 Fitness Studio Trend Report

To ensure a variety of perspectives AFS canvassed it’s Advisory Council, Vendor Partners, and leading studio operators on trends they see growing or continuing in 2018.

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2017 Fitness Studio Operating & Financial Benchmarking Report

The 2017 Report has expanded the reach of respondents to mirror the expansion of AFS and the studio business. A full 30% of respondents to this year’s survey are from non-U.S. locations.

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Marketing Best Practices Research Report

We surveyed hundreds of studio owners across the country, identified the successful strategies, and provide them to you in this first-ever research report!

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