The following information represents a sample of findings from current and past IHRSA research. Additional historical data, more complete findings, and current statistics can be found in the Profiles of Success, available for purchase (please call 800/228-4772 or 617/951-0055 to order).
Commercial health clubs account for 18.7 million members. On a share basis, commercial clubs garner 47% all memberships. There were 39.4 million total health club members in 2003.
The total not-for-profit sector (YMCA's/JCC's/Hospital-Based Clubs/Residential-Municipal/University and Military Facilities) accounts for 36% or 14.1 million members. The sizeable balance of 15% is represented by miscellaneous for-profit facilities: Coporate Fitness Centers, Aerobics Studios,Resorts,Spas,Hotels and Country Clubs.
Source: IHRSA / American Sports Data Health Club Trend Report. Since 1987, American Sports Data, Inc., of Hartsdale, NY, has conducted a comprehensive consumer survey tracking health club membership and participation, which IHRSA sponsors.
