IHRSA UFIT Partnership Wins U.S.-Ireland Research Innovation Award
IHRSA partnership with UNESCO Chair in Inclusive Physical Education, Sport, Fitness and Recreation helps gain prestigious international award.
HFA Press Releases
IHRSA Thanks Lawmakers for Prioritizing Kids’ Health
Pennsylvania lawmakers recognize “Every Kid Healthy Week."
Latest IHRSA Data: Over 6B Visits to 39,570 Gyms in 2018
The U.S. health club industry serves 71.5 million consumers, and about 1 in 5 Americans belong to at least one U.S. health club or studio.
Over 12K Fitness Industry Professionals Attended IHRSA 2019
Attendees from nearly 80 countries experienced the cutting edge of fitness equipment and technology while learning from industry experts during education sessions at the 38th annual event.
IHRSA Applauds New Legislation that Supports Healthy Living
The legislation champions Americans in their efforts to live healthier lifestyles by making it easier to cover exercise expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Renowned IHRSA European Congress Returns to Dublin in 2019
Leaders across the European fitness club industry will gather from 14-17 October for the annual event that will include three keynotes, networking opportunities, and a sponsor showcase.
New IHRSA Report Details Compensation Data for 50 Job Titles
For a detailed analysis of compensation and benefits practices for the health club industry, look no further than the 2019 IHRSA Health Club Employee Compensation & Benefits Report.
NCPPA Announces New Leadership and Priorities for 2019-2020
IHRSA's executive vice president of public policy, Helen Durkin, J.D., will serve as NCPPA's board president and spearhead the coalition's advocacy and public policy efforts through 2020.
Award-Winning Filmmaker Headlines IHRSA Women's Leadership Summit
Sarah Moshman, director of "The Empowerment Project: Ordinary Women Doing Extraordinary Things," will present at the 10th Annual IHRSA Women's Leadership Summit.
New IHRSA Report Details Advocacy’s Impact on Health Club Operations
In 2018, lawmakers proposed harmful regulations on health club operations 23 times, and 11 states sought to tax health club memberships. In an ideal world, health clubs wouldn't need advocacy to protect their businesses, but in this world, it is vital to the industry.