Anytime Fitness is a company in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2015. 310 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Baleo Fitness, a large Anytime Fitness franchisee, has grown to over 100 locations in 15 states [[2026-10-29 How Anytime Fitness Operator Baleo Hit 100 (6204eb)]]. * Anytime Fitness has acquired 10 clubs in France through its local master franchisee, adding 10 locations and 14,000 members to its network [[2026-08-11 Anytime Fitness Acquires 10 Clubs in France, a Key European Growth Market (550efe)]]. * Blue Star Investments, led by CEO Luke Andrus, aims to become the largest franchise group in the Anytime Fitness system, having nearly doubled its locations from 46 to 83 in less than two years [[2026-07-10 Bulking Up CEO Targets Top Spot in Anytime Fitness System (a0d26f)]]. * Anytime Fitness has adopted a self-employed trainer model in six London clubs through a partnership with Your Personal Training [[2026-04-24 Anytime Fitness Adds Self-Employed Trainer Model in London (bb6f57)]]. * John Thuringer, formerly of Anytime Fitness, has been named vice president of franchise growth at WellBiz Brands [[2026-08-31 WellBiz Brands Announces John Thuringer as Vice President of Franchise Growth (d11ed5)]]. * The fitness industry continues to grow, driven by shifts towards strength training and recovery, as well as the use of technology such as artificial intelligence [[2026-10-29 Franchise Times Ranks the Largest Fitness Franchisees (c17a72)]]. * Anytime Fitness multi-unit franchisee Amanda Rainsberger uses data to inform decisions and drive profitability, emphasizing the importance of unit-level economics and data visibility [[2026-07-03 Clarity Is King Unit-Level Data Points the Way to Profitability (f9d12b)]]. * The International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) has identified a 'readiness gap' in the fitness industry, where personal trainers lack business skills despite having certifications [[2026-07-14 Report Personal Trainers Don’t Have the Business Skills Gyms Require (7fee56)]]. Filed under Fitness / Gym & HVLP.
Anytime Fitness’ first franchisee, Eric Keller, now fuels the brand’s growth on an international level with 3,500-plus locations worldwide.
Anytime Fitness co-founders Chuck Runyon and Dave Mortensen release a book, Love Work, to help leaders tap into passion and enthusiasm in their work environments.
Anytime Fitness plans to introduce over 65 locations in Alabama through strategic franchise partnerships.
Anytime Fitness plans to introduce seven locations in Maine through strategic franchise partnerships, targeting areas such as Auburn and Portland.
Anytime Fitness plans to introduce over 150 locations in targeted areas throughout New York, ramping up growth through strategic franchise partnerships.
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Anytime Fitness has solidified its position as the fitness industry’s fastest growing concept.
A recent study of 200 franchisor websites found that third-party content driving awareness to a quicker site received higher votes, and many franchisors still use their main site URL as the URL for the franchise opportunity.
Anytime Fitness and Waxing the City use technology to understand and retain customers.
Blane Britton, a U.S. Army veteran, has turned his passion for fitness into a successful business with Anytime Fitness.
More than 200 franchise brand websites were reviewed by industry judges, and 75 were recognized as best-in-class.
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Meredith Jurek, Chief Marketing Officer of Anytime Fitness and Waxing the City, explained that the company uses technology to understand and retain customers through retention and PLEASE scores.
Franchisor controls can significantly impact the way local owners operate their businesses, including staffing, marketing, and customer service.
Former Anytime Fitness franchisee Todd Devine joins WORKOUT ANYTIME system, citing the company's business model and growth potential as key factors.
Anytime Fitness targets Portland, Oregon, in its expansive U.S. development push, with over 3,500 franchise units and 36 company-owned gyms across the country.
Anytime Fitness embraces change and evolves with the fitness landscape, offering unique employee engagement and branding initiatives.
It’s no secret that the fitness segment of the franchising industry is experiencing rapid growth.
Jinell Abernethy, a first-time franchisee, became a successful multi-unit owner with Anytime Fitness, recognizing the brand's growth potential and unique position in the fitness industry.
Anytime Fitness provides support to its new franchisees through its 'Coach 2 Inspire' program.
Anytime Fitness commits to technological innovation, providing its franchisees and members with the best technology in the fitness space.
A Pizza Hut executive turned Anytime Fitness franchisee shares his experience of making the leap from pizza to fitness, highlighting the importance of helping others achieve their goals.
John Heifner, a WORKOUT ANYTIME franchisee, shares his experience of building a culture of community and getting to know his members personally at his three locations in Tennessee.
John Heifner, a registered nurse, is opening a WORKOUT ANYTIME gym in Halls, Tennessee, bringing a new fitness option to the community.