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Workout Anytime and Kyle 'KJ' Jackson are hosting a community event at the Thomasville location to support the American Cancer Society. Jackson, the brand's first-ever Chief Aura Officer, will participate in the 'Battle Rope Challenge' and meet attendees to encourage donations to the American Cancer Society.
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April 06, 2026 // Franchising.com // Thomasville, N.C. – Through its partnership with the American Cancer Society, Workout Anytime and Savannah baseball star Kyle “KJ” Jackson are hosting a community event at its Thomasville location on Monday, April 13. Member and non-members are encouraged to attend, meet KJ and participate in the brand’s “Battle Rope Challenge” to support those impacted by cancer.
This event comes on the heels of Jackson being appointed as Workout Anytime’s first-ever Chief Aura Officer. As a member of the leadership team, his role is critical to the member experience as he helps further drive culture, connection and community across the brand’s clubs.
Jackson is a central part of the Thomasville charity event and has a strong passion for the cause. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet Jackson as he encourages participation in the “Battle Rope Challenge.” Once the challenge is completed, participants can make a donation to the American Cancer Society.
“Workout Anytime is bringing me out for an incredible cause, and there’s nowhere I’d rather be,” said Kyle “KJ” Jackson, Chief Aura Officer of Workout Anytime. “The Battle Rope Challenge and meeting everyone is going to be a blast, but what really fuels me is knowing every rep will support the American Cancer Society and the people fighting this disease every single day. This is what community is all about.”
Date: Monday, April 13
Time: 3 – 6 p.m.
Location: Workout Anytime Thomasville
Activities: In addition to the “Battle Rope Challenge,” attendees can meet KJ, take a photo with him and get an autograph while enjoying food trucks, bounce houses, a live DJ and more.
“Our message behind this initiative is simple, yet powerful – no one fights alone,” said Lynsay Flynt, Director of Marketing for Workout Anytime. “This message also translates directly to our culture and the community we’ve built inside every location. Our members come first, and with KJ as our Chief Aura Officer, I know we’ll be able to continue making a positive impact on everyone who steps into our clubs.”
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This story was originally published in Franchising.com on April 6, 2026. Burnaze summarizes and links to the original reporting.
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