Las Vegas is a city famous for its shows, featuring headliners such as Cirque du Soleil, the Blue Man Group and Criss Angel. But during the weekend of October 10-12, 2012, Las Vegas will play host to a show specifically for the fitness industry — the Club Industry Trade Show, held at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Planning to attend? Read our “Must See” for a peek at some of the top companies and products that will be featured at this year’s show.
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AB COASTER COMPANY:
AB COASTER COMPANY sells the commercial-strength line of Ab Coaster® equipment. The award-winning Ab Coaster features a patented “bottom up” movement that allows anyone to perform a lower abdominal lift in perfect form. The Ab Coaster is used in over 5,000 health clubs around the world, as well as universities, professional sports teams and the U.S. Military. Ab Coaster is a proud sponsor of Augie’s Quest and donates proceeds from sales of its limited-edition Red Ab Coaster to support the Quest. Ab Coaster is also a sponsor of the Opening Reception for Club Industry. Stop by booth number 1619 to see the complete line of Ab Coaster products.
866.219.5335 | www.AbCoasterClub.com | info@AbCoaster.com | BOOTH #1619
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Affiliated Acceptance Corporation (AAC):
AAC is a full-service software, customer service and billing company that doesn’t discriminate based on the number of locations you have or how many accounts you are billing. Its brand new club management software simplifies managing members, entering contracts, generating reports and processing sales. The intuitive online interface allows for reduced training and increased productivity. AAC understands the challenges that owners and staff face when running a facility or club. Its services focus on clients with one goal in mind — making daily operations more efficient. With cutting-edge software, flexible processes and a dedicated, highly trained staff, AAC ensures no one feels like just a number.
800.233.8483 | www.affiliated.org | sales@affiliated.org | BOOTH #1629
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American Public University:
American Public University has the right program to meet the needs of fitness industry professionals and employers. APU is part of the American Public University System, an award-winning, regionally accredited institution, serving more than 100,000 students worldwide. 100 percent online. Classes start monthly. Affordable tuition. 175+ degrees and certificate programs available. Areas of study include business, marketing, sales, training, nutrition, conditioning, recreation and fitness management, kinesiology, biomechanics, exercise physiology and more. Leading organizations choose American Public University to help strengthen existing and future leadership by engaging, developing and retaining top talent through APU’s quality, career-relevant online programs.
877.777.9081 | www.StudyatAPU.com/club | info@apus.edu | BOOTH #521
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EZFacility:
EZFacility streamlines the daily operation and management of gyms and health clubs, providing an immediate and substantial return on investment. Scheduling, billing and member-management is simple with an easy-to-use interface, where clubs can add new members, create contracts, schedule training sessions, classes and more. The suite of software solutions also allows owners to stay focused on growing their business and significantly decreasing their overall operating expenses. Now EZFacility offers MemberMe, a mobile app where members can access your business while they’re on the go. By choosing EZFacility, you’ll ensure your business is primed for growth and success.
866.498.3279 | www.ezfacility.com | info@ezfacility.com | BOOTH #624
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FISERV:
Since 1981, clubs of all sizes have chosen Fiserv to gain an advantage in the competitive health and fitness market. Compete® club management software from Fiserv allows you to seamlessly connect with your customers and employees to:
• Increase membership with Join Online
• Improve member satisfaction with Member Self Service
• Increase employee productivity with Employee Self Service
All this — anytime, anywhere — from the convenience of your home computer, iPhone®, iPad® or Android® mobile devices. Please stop by booth 1324 and learn more about the most comprehensive, user-friendly club management software in the industry.
800.324.9800 | www.fiserv.com | clubsales@fiserv.com | BOOTH #1324
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Fitness Master, Inc.:
The Steelflex Rehabilitation PT7 Treadmill is designed for full commercial use with easy-to-operate functions and increased safety features. Visit us online at fmiamerica.com to see more of our products for commercial exercise equipment.
866.4FITNEX | www.fmiamerica.com | edb@fmiamerica.com | BOOTH #515
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Functional Dynamics, Inc:
The Freestyler is a functional core training device that is great for Group fitness, Personal Trainers, Pilates and Rehabilitation. The Freestyler enables progressive resistance and multi-axis natural movements. It’s a simple and effective workout platform used for strength, interval and cardio training that provides programs that appeal to different client profiles. With a comprehensive online Video center, marketing materials support, and an online Education network with extensive educational materials, the Freestyler Core Trainer is a versatile solution suitable for every club.
855.575.5967 | www.freestyler.net | info@freestyler.net | BOOTH #1822
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MiGym:
MiGym creates a branded mobile app for your club. Our iPhone and Android mobile apps are designed for the fitness industry providing members with the information that they need on the go. MiGym customers are talking about:
• Engagement by making their club top of mind every time someone sees their club’s logo on their phone
• Revenue Generator with Book It Feature, Premium Video and Interactive Promotions
• Greater Market Awareness with Social Check-Ins and Member Referrals
• Increase Class Attendance with touch-friendly Class Schedules, Reservations and Phone Calendar Integration
• New Social Dynamic with the new “Fit Friends” feature
MiGym — Keeping Your Members Mobile!
312.265.6010 x 111 | www.migymapp.com | sales@bottegasol.com | BOOTH #313
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National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA):
The National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) is the worldwide authority on strength and conditioning, supporting and disseminating research-based knowledge and its practical application to improve athletic performance and fitness. Founded in 1978, the NSCA provides the most advanced and scientific information regarding strength training, conditioning practices and injury prevention. The NSCA offers four highly recognized and respected credentials of distinction: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist® (CSCS®), Certified Special Population Specialist™ (CSPS™), NSCA-Certified Personal Trainer® (NSCA-CPT®) and Tactical Strength and Conditioning Facilitator™ (TSAC-F™).
800.815.6826 | www.nsca.com | info@nsca.com | BOOTH #1811
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Performance Food Centers:
PFC was founded upon one simple principle — to bring whole foods to people who care about their bodies, while educating them as to why nutrition is critical to achieving performance goals and a superior quality of total wellness. Its team of juice bar experts specializes in consulting, design, whole-foods supply, marketing and training so that a club’s juice bar will function as a value-added service for members and a profit center for its bottom line.
888.PFC.9151 | www.PerformanceFoodCenters.com | BOOTH #1624
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Shape.Net:
Since 2002, Shape.Net software has been providing health clubs with all of the modules they need to run a streamlined and profitable health facility in a single, unified database that will improve retention and sales. A powerful member portal that includes scheduling APPS will improve customer service and reduce staff effort. Since we are Cloud-Based you can access the system anywhere for one low-monthly fee. Full-service billing is available.
800.381.2082 | www.shapenetsoftware.com | sales@shapenetsoftware.com | BOOTH #924
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Star Trac:
Since 1979, Star Trac has been a leader in developing advanced equipment for the fitness industry, focused on providing products to mold life-long habits for health and fitness. Its user-focused product innovations are reflected in the complete line of cardiovascular and strength equipment, including the revolutionary Star Trac Coach™, a personalized treadmill workout led by a professional coach and the Leverage® line, which embodies the design and features that will redefine the plate loaded strength training category. More than four million people in over 75 countries use Star Trac exercise equipment daily.
800.228.6635 | www.startrac.com | sales@startrac.com | BOOTH #1415
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866.278.6750 | www.healthclubsoftware.com | info@tosd.com | BOOTH #830
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Rachel Zabonick-Chonko is the editor-in-chief of Club Solutions Magazine. She can be reached at rachel@peakemedia.com.
