IHRSA’s International Trade Show & Convention showcased innovative products and popular services from all sectors of the fitness industry. Check out some of the products you may have missed.
The Abs Company
The Abs Company makes innovative commercial-strength abdominal exercise equipment, including the Ab Coaster, Ab Solo and Abs Bench products. A recent IHRSA study revealed that health club members ranked ab machines as one of their Top 10 favored health club activities. Along with cardio and strength training, the study shows that ab training has now found its own category in the health club market. Based on these industry trends, The Abs Company is positioned to provide unique core training products to club owners who are creating specialized core-training centers to appeal to their members. The Abs Company products are intuitive and user-friendly and are used in over 6,000 commercial fitness facilities in over 40 countries around the world.
866.219.5335 info@TheAbsCompany.com TheAbsCompany.com
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American Public University
If you’re a fitness professional looking to earn a degree in exercise science, fitness and wellness, business, or management, we encourage you to learn more about American Public University (APU). With more than 180 online degree and certificate programs, APU has a program that will meet your needs.
APU is part of the accredited American Public University System. Students can complete their degrees from virtually anywhere, worldwide. This flexibility enables students to receive a quality education at a cost that’s 20 percent less for undergraduate students than the average in-state rates at public universities.*
*College Board: Trends in College Pricing, 2013.
877.777.9081 StudyatAPU.com/IHRSA2014 info@apus.edu
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AptusSoft
AptusSoft offers multi location, multi activity club management solutions. AptusSoft Enterprise Member Activity Management is designed to securely manage multiple programs, activities and services ensuring higher retention and improved profits. Powered by a team with over 24 years of experience, AptusSoft Club Management Solution (CMS) brings to you a complete suite of modules fine-tuned to manage all aspects of your business, including seamless expansion in activities, members and locations.
781.275.9191 x 115 sb@vedas.com aptussoft.com
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ASF Payment Solutions
ASF Payment Solutions is the go-to company for the latest in member payment management, online, mobile-ready club software and retention programs. Features include: flexible draft/remit dates, cancellation services, renewal programs, signature capture, online check-in, reporting, POS, scheduling and more.
ASF has been the leader in club management innovation for over 40 years. Call today to chat about how ASF can help you increase your sales, retention and revenue.
1.800.227.3859 info@asfpaymentsolutions.com asfpaymentsolutions.com
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Calyana by Airex
As a leading manufacturer of high-quality gymnastics mats, AIREX has more than 50 years of expertise in foam. This experience was incorporated in the development of the brand-new CALYANA yoga line. Two mat types are currently available: CALYANA Professional Yoga — the exclusive feel good product — and CALYANA Prime Yoga — the handy portable product. CALYANA yoga mats offer optimal long-lasting grip, are 100 percent antislip and provide perfect cushioning. The mats are light-weight, inherently stable and easy to clean. The durable material guarantees long-lasting yoga enjoyment. All CALYANA yoga mats are Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified.
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CLIF Bar & Company
The newest offering from CLIF Builder’s® — Builder’s MAX is a 30-gram protein bar that helps maximize muscle growth and recovery. Clif Builder’s MAX is made with TriBuild™ protein, a proprietary blend of whey, soy and casein, and is specifically crafted to support muscle growth and recovery after your toughest workouts. MAX contains both fast-absorbing proteins that go to work quickly to promote muscle growth, as well as proteins that take longer to absorb, which can help extend the muscle growth window. On shelves at retailers nationwide (SRP: $2.69), Builder’s MAX is available in three flavors: Caramel Peanut, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough and Mint Chocolate Chip.
1.800.CLIFBAR clifbar.com
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Coobie Seamless Bras
Fall in love with Coobie Seamless Bras — a perfect addition to every pro shop and health club. Coobie Seamless Bras are ultra comfortable supportive bras that provide shape and comfort for everyone who wears one. Coobie Seamless Bras are great for cross training, cardio, weight lifting, cycling, yoga, Pilates and every day wear! Our one size fits 32A to 36D, and a full size that comfortably fits 38A to 42DD. All include removable padding and adjustable straps, available in 50-plus fashion colors and patterns with several styles.
888.789.1037 info@totalstockroom.com shopcoobie.com
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Direct Capital
Through its cloud-based lending platform, Direct Capital helps its clients find equipment, business and working capital financing to drive success. Offering low rates and flexible terms, Direct Capital has delivered $2.5 billion in financing for small and midsize businesses across 1,000+ different industries.
866.267.1904 directcapitalvend@directcapital.com directcapital.com/dealer
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Fit-Awesome
Do you want to build and grow your training business? Fit-Awesome will do that and much more. As veterans of the fitness industry, we saw an opportunity to develop a better way to grow training businesses. Personal training can have a revolving door effect with clients coming and going. One of the main reasons clients stop training is because they do not feel a personal connection with their trainer outside sessions. Our unique technology helps clubs create and maintain long-term relationships between fitness professionals and their clients. Fit-Awesome attracts, engages and retains fitness clients like never before. Visit www.fit-awesome.com for a free 30-minute demo.
860.986.6614 info@fit-awesome.com fit-awesome.com
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Fitwave
FITpas was created to track and score your daily activity, and reward your ongoing health and wellness progress! Due to spiraling healthcare costs, the need for “quantifiable data” is more apparent than ever. FITpas provides a measurable tracking protocol, which aligns with recognizable standards accepted by both healthcare and medical communities! FITpas will enhance corporate wellness programs and corporate fitness centers by giving members a healthy, non-invasive starting point to becoming active. Give your future members and corporate wellness partners an easy way to begin leading an active lifestyle with FITpas “Personal Activity Score.” Find out more at www.fitpas-fit.com.
877.535.1516 info@fitwave.com fitwave.com
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Gantner
Enhanced club security at your fingertips.
GANTNER’s fingerprint stations can be retrofitted into clubs, eliminate the problem of card swapping and provide extra peace of mind to members and operators alike.
GANTNER’s fingerprint solution solves the common problems by allowing data to be safely encrypted onto the member’s existing card or wristband. This data is extracted at an enrollment station, which is not linked to any PC or database.
While there may be potential for a small amount of member loss by switching over to a biometric fingerprint system, it is far outweighed by the benefits of eliminating non-paying visitors.
+43.0.555.673.7840 gerhard.pichler@gantner.com gantner.com
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Gojo
GOJO Industries, Inc. is a leading provider of hygiene and skincare products and the inventor of PURELL, America’s No. 1 Instant Hand Sanitizer. GOJO helps you exceed your members’ cleanliness expectations in areas they notice most — showers and on the gym floor. This directly translates to greater member loyalty and spending at your club. GOJO Industries, Inc. has a portfolio of products that includes industry leading formulas under the GOJO® and PURELL® brand names. GOJO is known for state-of-the-art dispensing technology. In partnership with our distributors, GOJO is focused on meeting the specific needs of the health and fitness market.
330.255.6519 naborsj@gojo.com gojo.com
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GymPoints
GymPoints took IHRSA by storm by unveiling the launch of its product GymPoints. A revolutionary concept, GymPoints offers consumers the ability to access gyms, fitness studios and health clubs for one-time access with just a flash of their phone. The product is free for gyms, studios and health clubs and promises to bring in new revenue and new customers at no cost. GymPoints is launching in major cities in May 2014 and is accepting new gyms, studios and health clubs on their website at GymPoints.com for no cost.
888.365.8594 support@gympoints.com gympoints.com
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InTouch Follow-Up
InTouch Follow-Up is sales and retention software built just for health clubs. We help health clubs generate and capture leads, proactively reach out to them and close more sales. And since all sales activity is tracked in InTouch Follow-Up, you can ensure that your sales process is being followed and hold staff accountable for sales and retention performance. Over 900 health clubs worldwide use our web-based system to drive sales and improve their bottom line.
888.741.6408 sales@intouchfollowup.com intouchfollowup.com
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Jacobs Ladder
Jacobs Ladder is now producing a stairclimber called the Stairway. “We saw the need in the market for a stair climbing unit that was first, lower cost and secondly, more reliable,” said President Bob Palka. “So, we took Jacobs Ladder, stood the user upright and replaced the rungs with stairs.”
The Stairway is self-powered, self-paced and fits in an 8.5-foot ceiling. Like all of Jacobs Ladder products, The Stairway is manufactured in the USA and comes with a 4-year parts, 1-year labor warranty.
716.692.1455 info@jacobsladderexercise.com jacobsladderexercise.com
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Netpulse
NetpulseOne is a digital fitness platform which works with Netpulse-connected cardio equipment, third-party tracking apps and devices, and a mobile app and web portal that capture all member data under your club’s brand. The platform helps motivate members by enabling them to create fitness goals, join challenges and recognize accomplishments in and out of the club.
877.NETPULSE sales@netpulse.com netpulse.com
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Power Systems
Power Systems, the leading provider of fitness equipment and accessories, was founded by Bruno and Julie Pauletto in 1986. It is recognized throughout the sports and fitness industries for its complete selection, superior customer care and fast delivery.
Power Systems is committed to quality, innovation and service — utilizing a knowledgeable, professional and dedicated team to exceed customer expectations. All of our business transactions reflect a firm commitment to our core value … INTEGRITY
1.800.321.6975 sales@power-systems.com powersystems.com
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Safran Morpho
MorphoTrak is the health club industry leader for biometric check-in, currently serving 4 million members of the largest privately held fitness club chain in the United States. This technologically advanced, secure and environmentally friendly check-in solution uses finger-based access management.
MorphoTrak’s biometric check-in solution balances total fraud protection and cost saving for the club owner with club member convenience and enhanced experience.
Morpho is the most trusted provider of biometrics for access and time with unrivaled performance in more industries and tougher environments than any other reader. Morpho Biometric technology, rated No. 1 by NIST, performs countless matching operations daily.
800.601.6790 info@morphotrak.com morphotrak.com
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TowelHub
TOWELHUB is a wholesale supplier of gym towels. We supply terry towels of various kinds to gyms, athletic centers, fitness centers, teams, country clubs, golf courses, salons, spas, hotels and motels. Our towels are categorized in three qualities — economy, standard premium and premium plus. You can buy online and we ship orders placed by 2 p.m. EST the same day. Samples can be requested before making the purchasing decision and are shipped free of charge for customer to review and compare different qualities.
800.670.2368 info@raphilusa.com TOWELHUB.com
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Twin Oaks Software
Twin Oaks Software offers several all-inclusive health club software packages that improve a club’s bottom-line while delivering seamless billing and collections services. Our fast, secure, state-of-the-art desktop and new and improved web-based options are the perfect fit for any club. With Twin Oaks, you have the freedom and peace of mind to manage your club the way you have always imagined. Plus, our live support teams are right here, at our headquarters, ready to help.
866.278.6750 healthclubsoftware.com
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