The mission of the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) is to grow, protect, and promote the health and fitness industry, and to provide its members with the benefits that will help them be more successful. IHRSA and its members (health clubs and fitness facilities, gyms, spas, sports clubs, and industry suppliers) are dedicated to make the world healthier through regular exercise.
IHRSA and the fitness industry are dedicated to increasing access to physical activity across the world. There are many ways in which we strive to achieve this goal: we advocate for a universally inclusive fitness industry, one in which people of all races, backgrounds, ages, orientations, and abilities feel intentionally welcomed and included; we actively partner with several national, international, and global organizations working to help more people get active, such as the World Health Organization (WHO), and the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition; and we run global campaigns promoting inclusive physical activity, like the Get Active for All Campaign. Together, we can make the world a healthier place and create a better future for our industry.
Articles, webinars, and resources designed to help health clubs navigate the coronavirus pandemic.
Our educational events provide an array of speakers on business and strategy, instructional sessions for management success, peer-to-peer networking opportunities, and spectacular trade shows.
Whether you want to hone your fitness business knowledge or educate staff, IHRSA webinars and educational classes are for you. An archive of 90+ on-demand webinars and monthly live webinars are free to members.
Access exclusive tools to maximize the profitability and efficiency of your health club. IHRSA’s digital library serves as the one-stop source for industry-specific best practices and insights covering everything to grow your club.
IHRSA benefits are available to each and every member of your staff so they can increase their knowledge and work smarter for your business.
IHRSA's research publications are the most authoritative reports on health club performance indicators, including revenue, retention, and member demographics.
Club Business International is the health and fitness industry’s leading magazine. IHRSA members can receive up to four subscriptions for you and your staff.
Don’t get blindsided by laws that threaten your business, leaving you clueless on how to fight back. Stay informed with IHRSA’s legal resources and the IHRSA Advocate newsletter, exclusively available for members.
Our diverse roster of expert staff is here for our members. We run offense to keep you informed and provide you with critical guidance on legal matters, research, and more
Save thousands with exclusive discounts on reports, event registrations, product purchases, insurance and energy costs, music licensing fees, and much more!
Give your members access to clubs around the world! The IHRSA Passport Program entitles members of participating IHRSA clubs to enjoy discounted guest access worldwide when they travel.
When your club reopens many things will need to change—including how you approach staffing operations. This checklist looks at five key areas to help you through the transition. More »
Communication is key as health and fitness clubs begin to reopen. When preparing to announce your health club’s reopening plan, the safety of members, staff, and the community is a top priority. More »
It’s time to take a close look at potential cost savings you can take advantage of while your health club is closed. Health clubs worldwide have been forced to close due to the COVID-19 pandemic. While your revenues diminish, there are cost-saving measures you can take right now to alleviate some financial pressure. More »
When health clubs are forced to close their business, it opens the doors to many questions. This product provides knowledge for club owners in tough times as well as resources for critical questions to ask when laying off staff. More »
Director of US Club Membership
IHRSA
Boston, Massachusetts
Global Membership Manager
IHRSA
Boston, Massachusetts
Associate VP of International Development
IHRSA
Boston, Massachusetts
Director of Latin America
IHRSA
Boston, Massachusetts
Trade Show Manager
IHRSA
Boston, Massachusetts
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