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SUCCEED! Virtual Fitness Conference 2025 Brings Back Gamification – Sponsored by SportsArt

(MINNEAPOLIS, MN – March 18, 2025) – The SUCCEED! Virtual Fitness Conference 2025 is raising the bar once again by reintroducing its highly successful gamification experience, designed to engage attendees like never before. 

Sponsored by SportsArt, this interactive feature will allow participants to earn points, compete for prizes, and maximize their conference experience simply by engaging with sessions, forums, and networking opportunities.

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SUCCEED! Virtual Fitness Conference 2025 Announces Keynotes and Workshops

(MINNEAPOLIS, MN – March 11, 2025) – As excitement builds for SUCCEED! the FBA Virtual Conference 2025, the Fitness Business Association (FBA) is unveiling a powerhouse lineup of keynote speakers and workshops designed to equip fitness professionals with the insights and strategies needed to thrive in an ever-changing industry. 

Taking place April 9-14, this fully virtual event offers live and on-demand sessions, providing attendees with unprecedented access to cutting-edge education and industry-leading experts.

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ISSA Partners with FBA to Power the 2025 Virtual Functional Aging Summit on the SUCCEED! Virtual Conference Platform

(MINNEAPOLIS, MN – March 4, 2025) – In a groundbreaking collaboration set to redefine the fitness industry, the International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA), one of the largest and most respected certifying organizations in fitness, is partnering with the Fitness Business Association (FBA) to host the 2025 Virtual Functional Aging Summit on the SUCCEED! Virtual Conference platform.

The Functional Aging Institute (FAI) Summit will be held entirely online, running from June 12-15, 2025. This elite event will ensure an exclusive, high-impact experience for fitness professionals eager to specialize in active aging fitness.

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Registration Opens for SUCCEED! the FBA Virtual Fitness Conference 2025

(MINNEAPOLIS, MN – February 25, 2025) – The Fitness Business Association (FBA) proudly announces the official opening of registration for the highly anticipated SUCCEED! Virtual Fitness Conference 2025, set to take place April 9-14 - all online! 

This fully online event remains the ultimate destination for fitness professionals, offering an unparalleled opportunity to learn, connect, and earn valuable Continuing Education Credits/Units (CEC/CEUs) from the world’s leading certification bodies—including ACE, NASM, AFAA, NSCA, ACSM, ISSA, NCSF and SCW.

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KEISER Renews Silver Sponsorship with the FBA, Elevating Human-Centered Fitness Innovation

(MINNEAPOLIS, MN - January 24, 2025) – The Fitness Business Association (FBA) proudly announces that KEISER has renewed its Silver Sponsorship for another year, reaffirming a partnership built on a shared vision of advancing fitness through science and engineering excellence.

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NASM and AFAA Renew Strategic Sponsorship with the FBA

(MINNEAPOLIS, MN - January 21, 2025) – The Fitness Business Association (FBA) is proud to announce the renewal of its strategic partnership with the National Academy of Sports Medicine® (NASM) and the Athletics and Fitness Association of America® (AFAA). 

This collaboration underscores a mutual dedication to advancing the fitness industry through education, setting new standards, and fostering the growth of businesses and fitness professionals worldwide.

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American Council on Exercise (ACE) Renews Strategic Partnership with the Fitness Business Association

(MINNEAPOLIS, MN - January 14, 2025) – The Fitness Business Association (FBA) is thrilled to announce the renewal of its strategic partnership with the American Council on Exercise (ACE), extending a long-standing alliance dedicated to advancing fitness education, professional development, and industry standards.

This partnership reaffirms ACE’s position as a leading advocate for fitness professionals and the FBA’s mission to provide innovative business and educational resources to elevate the fitness industry.

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Publications

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! 

Access the 2016 Report