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Table of Contents 24 Hour Helps Athens Athletes in Bally Swims with Dolphins Equinox Posts Strong Quarter; More Clubs Planned This Year FreeMotion Fitness Outfits Cougars' Den Health Club & Spa Rowes Wharf Completes Renovations In Brief Job Opportunities ADVERTISEMENT  To strive...to seek...to find Club Industry 2004 October 13-16, 2004 * McCormick Pl. * Chicago, IL Conference October 13-16 * Exhibits: October 14-16 Featuring The hottest new equipment, products and services from 220 + of the industry's top suppliers -- over 900 booths in all. * More than 110 topical seminars, presented by the leading authorities in commercial fitness * The most important group exercise and programming developments * FREE high-profile keynote address, spa development session, Welcome Reception , Early Morning Pilates, Early Morning Workouts and other great networking opportunities. New for 2004 -- Fitness Fashion Show. For more information, call 800-927-5007 or 203-358-3751 or visit: www.clubindustryshow.com Club Hopping 24 Hour Helps Athens Athletes in SAN FRANCISCO-- To help the 2004 U.S. Olympic Team bring home gold this summer-- 24 Hour Fitness worked closely with the USOC to outfit a state-of-the-art strength and conditioning gym where Team USA is training in Athens, the company said. This gym is part of a comprehensive athletic center -- the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Athens complete with a High Performance Center (HPC) and 16 practice venues--located at the American College of Greece in Athens, Greece. For use exclusively by the U.S. Olympic Team, the 24 Hour Fitness Strength and Conditioning Gym at the U.S. Olympic Training Center - Athens provides a location to train without distraction throughout the crucial days before competition begins. The USOC, 24 Hour Fitness, and the National Governing Bodies of each sport worked to accommodate all of the specialized strength and conditioning needs of Team USA. These specific requests ranged from certain weighted bars and medicine balls for the U.S. Water Polo Team to custom weight lifting racks for this year's weightlifters including Shane Hamman and Tara Cunningham. Along with the strength and conditioning gym, 24 Hour Fitness supplied additional cardio equipment for those U.S. athletes whose sport requires last minute training. Bally Swims with Dolphins CHICAGO-- Bally Total Fitness has partnered with the Miami Dolphins as the "Official Fitness Center of the Dolphins." Bally Total Fitness will be on hand at training sessions, public scrimmages and pre-season games. Additionally, Bally will have a presence in Sportstown during all Dolphins home games played at Pro Player Stadium. The partnership will include several marketing activities including providing season ticket holders with special benefits at Bally Total Fitness locations, exit sampling at Pro Player Stadium and the use of the Dolphins name and logo in Bally Total Fitness commercials. "The Miami Dolphins are an elite sports franchise and it is an honor to have the opportunity to partner with the organization," said Steve Butler, South Florida area director. "This partnership will provide Bally Total Fitness with access to the loyal fans of the Dolphins and offer them the opportunity to learn about getting healthy and fit." Bally Total Fitness is also the Official Fitness Center of the NFL Players Association and serves as the workout facility for many NFL players when they are on the road or during the off-season. Equinox Posts Strong Quarter; More Clubs Planned This Year NEW YORK-- Equinox Holdings Inc. last week announced financial results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2004. Total revenue for the period increased 22 percent to $36.5 million compared to $30.0 million in 2003. Revenue from comparable fitness clubs rose 7 percent for the period. Operating income in the second quarter totaled $5.5 million versus $5.9 million in the comparable period of 2003. Adjusted EBITDA was $9.0 million, essentially flat compared to $8.9 million in the second quarter of last year, the company said. Operating income and Adjusted EBITDA reflect higher operating expenses related to an increase in the number of clubs in operation, as well as $920,000 of costs associated with a legal dispute. Net income was $1.2 million versus $948,000 in the comparable period of 2003. "We're pleased to report another strong quarter. The results were driven by continued growth in all of our revenue categories, including membership fees, personal training, and other," Harvey Spevak, president and chief executive officer, stated. "During the period, we opened our 22nd club in Roslyn, NY and we're on track to open an additional three locations in the fourth quarter of this year in Santa Monica, CA and Mamaroneck, NY, as well as a flagship location in San Francisco." For the six month period ended June 30, 2004, total revenue increased 24 percent to $70.0 million versus $56.6 million in 2003. Revenue from comparable fitness clubs rose 7 percent as well, the club said. ADVERTISEMENT THE EVOLUTION OF A GREAT MAGAZINE Announcing Club Industry's Fitness Business Pro, coming this September. Club Industry has been the leading source of information in the dynamic fitness market for 20 years. As we celebrate our 21st year, we've refined our mission and offerings to better serve the informational needs of our readers. The evolution is complete with a new name, look, editorial direction and product offerings--all to help you stay ahead of the news, trends, ideas and products to do your job better! Look For Club Industry's Fitness Business Pro Next Month!! Industry Beat FreeMotion Fitness Outfits Cougars' Den COLORADO SPRINGS, CO-- Brigham Young University has reportedly taken delivery of over 130 pieces of strength training and cardio equipment from FreeMotion Fitness for two athletic department weight rooms on the Provo, UT campus. "I've had several athletes tell me this equipment is the best they've ever worked out on," said BYU Strength Coach, Jay Omer. "The FreeMotion pieces are so versatile and well-built and the custom-designed free weight pieces are exactly what we wanted. The service and installation has also been incredibly professional." The equipment has been placed in two main training facilities of the athletic department: the Student Athlete Building and the Smith Field House, serving both men's and women's varsity sports. The men's football and basketball and women's basketball and soccer teams have already started training on the new equipment. Health Club & Spa Rowes Wharf Completes Renovations BOSTON-- The Health Club & Spa Rowes Wharf in the luxurious Boston Harbor Hotel, announced the completion of its highly anticipated renovations and the appointment of Tom Foley as director, who will oversee the services and facilities. The new Health Club & Spa Rowes Wharf features 20,000 Sq. Ft. of equipment and facilities. Included in the renovations are luxurious new treatment rooms and massage tables; innovative fitness equipment with personal television screens; ergonomic free weights; new manicure and pedicure equipment; and a new tiled Jacuzzi and swimming pool, according to the company. Guests will also find personal attendants that cater to the individual needs of guests and members in the refurbished locker rooms. In addition to the full host of natural treatments for the face and body, including aromatherapy, thalassotherapy, massage, facials, and body, hand and foot treatments, the Health Club will also offer a very special regimen designed specifically for teens as well as group treatments such as bridal packages and couples massages, the company said. Tom Foley, an industry vet, has been appointed as director of the new facility. Prior to joining Health Club & Spa Rowes Wharf, Foley served as the general manager of the Boston Sports Club at Downtown Crossing. In that position he oversaw the day-to-day activities for the 2,500-member facility, implemented a new customer service initiative, and drove sales forward through active management and staff development. Foley has also worked as the assistant men's soccer coach at many prestigious universities including James Madison University, College of the Holy Cross, and University of Connecticut at Storrs. "Tom has a proven track record of excellence in the fitness industry. We believe that as our new director, he will increase recognition for the Health Club & Spa Rowes Wharf as a world-class luxury facility," said Paul Jacques, General Manager of Boston Harbor Hotel. "Boston Harbor Hotel has long been known for its dedication to outstanding quality and superior customer service. The renovations to our Health Club & Spa are just one more example of how we are continually working to improve guest satisfaction." Fit to Print In Brief Lifetime Achievement Award John Garhammer, PhD, CSCS, NSCA-CPT, Professor and Director of the Biomechanics Laboratory at California State University-Long Beach. Outstanding Sport Scientist Award Robert U. Newton, PhD, CSCS, Foundation Professor in Exercise and Sports Science, and Co-Director of the Vario Health Institute at Edith Cowan University in Perth, Australia. College Strength and Conditioning Professional of the Year Gerard Martin, CSCS, Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at the University of Connecticut. High School Strength and Conditioning Professional of the Year Bruce Harbach, CSCS, *D, Strength and Conditioning Coach and Head Football Coach for Lancaster Catholic High School in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Personal Trainer of the Year Maria Teresa Mendizabal, NSCA-CPT, *D, Director and Owner of Dance Fitness Factory; Producer and Director for Dance Ballet Productions; Co-Founder and Co-Director Aerobic Trainings International; and writer for Buena Vida Magazine in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Sports Medicine/Rehabilitation Specialist Jeff Falkel, CSCS, *D, of Denver, Colorado is a Physical Therapist with Visiting Nurse Corporation, and Physical Therapist and Strength and Conditioning Coach for VDP Enterprises Inc. Awards Summary: AEGIS AWARDS Fitness Fun: Pilates for Kids - Winner Be Kind to Your Spine: Back Care Level 1 - Winner Firm & Fit: Matwork Level 2 - Finalist Ultimate Body Sculpting: Flex-Band Level 3 - Finalist INTERNATIONAL FILM AND VIDEO FESTIVAL Firm & Fit: Matwork Level 2 - Certificate for Creative Excellence TELLY AWARDS Firm & Fit: Matwork Level 2 - Finalist Total Body Sculpting: Flex-Band Level 2 - Finalist Be Kind to Your Spine: Back Care Level 1 - Finalist Careers Job Opportunities Recruiters may contact Susan Schaefer at 484-478-0154 or sschaefer@primediabusiness.com for information on posting positions.
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