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The Health & Fitness Association is the only global non-profit trade association dedicated to protecting, promoting, and growing the health and fitness industry.

Driving Health Through Movement and Community

Medical experts and scientific evidence affirm that physical activity improves both physical and mental health, and psychologists point to the value of social connections beyond the home and workplace to reduce loneliness and foster belonging.

All of this is at the heart of the health and fitness industry’s existence: helping people lead healthier, more fulfilling lives through movement and community.

Our mission is to support that impact by advocating for the industry, delivering action-oriented research, and providing education that drives professional growth.

leadership, staff, and advisors

Hall of Fame

HFA Foundation

awards

The Health & Fitness Association recognizes some of our outstanding members for their service to their communities, their customers, and to the betterment of the health and fitness industry.

HFA Press Releases

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  • 81 Million Americans Were Members of a Fitness Facility in 2025, New HFA Report Finds

    Americans made nearly 7 billion visits to gyms, health clubs, and studios last year. Washington, DC–April 9, 2026–The Health & Fitness Association (HFA) today… Read more

  • OnSight Wins Inaugural Innovation Alley Pitch Fest at The HFA Show 2026, Sponsored by Sweatworks

    OnSight emerges as attendee-selected winner among 16 early-stage innovators Washington, DC–April 6, 2026–The Health & Fitness Association (HFA), in partnership with Sweatworks, today announced… Read more

  • Global Health and Fitness Leaders Call for Physical Activity and Nutrition to Be Central to Obesity Medication Rollout

    Joint statement from the World Obesity Federation, the Health & Fitness Association, AUSactive, Exercise New Zealand, Fitness Industry Council of Canada, ukactive, and World… Read more