Updated February 9, 2012, 2:15 P.M.
In-Shape Health Clubs, the fast-growing Stockton-based health club chain, announced an asset purchase of a gym in Tracy from fitness entrepreneur Dave Morrison of Bay Area Family Fitness. The gym, located at 2311 N. Tracy Blvd, in Tracy, will compliment the company’s existing two locations in town and bring its statewide total to 52 clubs.
“We’re thrilled to expand our presence in Tracy with a conveniently located, affordable fitness facility,”said Paul Rothbard, In-Shape’s Chief Executive Officer. “It’s the perfect time of year to offer our members and the community even more options for staying fit and sticking to those New Year’s resolutions. Our new club will help residents stay healthy and active this winter.”
Morrison was also pleased with the transaction. “This asset sale will allow us to focus on the continued development of our Bay Area Family Fitness Centers in the immediate Bay Area, and we know that In-Shape will provide our Tracy members with the quality of service and excellence of facilities to which they are accustomed.”
In-Shape is expected to make improvements to the facility’s equipment, add new interior paint, and upgrade fixtures and décor. Current Tracy members will be invited to use In-Shape’s nearby location on 11th Street for the first 30 days. Members can also upgrade to a Platinum Plus membership, giving them full access to all In-Shape locations including the extremely popular In-Shape Sport club on Tracy Blvd. This club, and others like it throughout California, offers outdoor pools and waterslides, racquetball, tennis courts, free group exercise and cycling classes, Kids Clubs, and other activities and amenities.
"We believe that everyone in the communities we serve should be able to join our facilities and live a healthy lifestyle,”said Rob Farrens, In-Shape’s Executive Vice President. “Our new Tracy club will deliver great value and provide the best equipment, environment, and support team available!”
In-Shape Health Clubs is ranked one of the top 20 health club companies in the United States and owns and operates 52 locations in California. Founded in 1981 with one club and a vision for helping people stay healthy and have fun, the company has experienced consistent success and growth throughout the state.
Morrison, a 34-year veteran of the health club industry, founded Bay Area Family Fitness last year and operates three large facilities in the Bay Area – two in San Jose and one in Pleasanton.
Terms of the acquisition were not released.
Contact: Kaci Barnes, In-Shape Health Clubs
(209) 472-2231, ext. 1144 or kacib@inshapeclubs.com
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
1. Will the dues remain the same for present members?
YES! Members will retain their present dues rate at the present time. Dues will remain the same for all existing members, and all members will have a unique opportunity upgrade your membership and acquire access to In-Shape City: Tracy (11th St.) and In-Shape Sports Club Tracy (Tracy Blvd) and companywide locations during February. Your In-Shape membership will be “Platinum” until March 1, 2012, giving you free access to the rest of the In-Shape Platinum network throughout California, including In-Shape City: Tracy at 239 W. 11th St. Visit www.inshapeclubs.com for a complete list of locations and amenities. FREE ACCESS TO SPORTS CLUB TRACY NOT INCLUDED!
2. Can I use other In-Shape clubs?
Yes! All members can add In-Shape City: Tracy and/or In-Shape Sports Club: Tracy IF YOU UPGRADE YOUR MEMBERSHIP. You will have free access to all clubs except SPORTS CLUB TRACY FOR THE FIRST 30 DAYS. Upgrade your membership now and receive the NEW UPGRADE PROMOTION special during this introductory conversion period. Please see the Club Manager or Membership Counselor for details.
3. Will In-Shape Health Clubs honor my rate guarantee that I had with the Tracy gym?
Yes! We will honor all memberships that have fixed dues for as long as the membership remains active. Members with non-fixed dues can convert their membership to an In-Shape membership and lock in their dues for 36 months. Please see the Club Manager or Membership Counselor for details.
4. Will the members receive new membership cards?
Yes! Members should pick up their new membership key cards from the Front Desk when you first check in. We will be requesting your e-mail address to ensure that you are kept informed of all information, programs, and special offers at your club. Our members tell us this is a great way to stay connected to all Club Happenings via e-mail.
5. Will there be any physical changes to the club?
Yes! Please stay tuned for all upgrades and improvements coming soon. Please provide us your e-mail address to ensure you don’t miss out on anything new and exciting.
6. Will billing stay the same?
Yes! Billing will remain the same for approximately 30-60 days. We anticipate that the AutoPay draft dates will be changed to the 2nd of each month beginning in April. Our preferred method of AutoPay is checking account, and we will provide a free In-Shape T-shirt to all members converting to AutoPay Checking; however, we will allow all major credit cards as well. There is a $120 cost savings for AutoPay accounts as statements are not sent to our AutoPay members. Therefore, a $10 monthly billing fee will apply to all NON-AutoPay accounts.
7. Will Child Care policies stay the same?
Yes! Policies and procedures will remain the same for now. Eventually, all children using the child care area must be listed as members on your membership agreement. Please refer to the In-Shape Rules & Regulations for a thorough description of our Kids Club policies. Family membership rates include FREE Kids Club.
8. Is the staff going to stay the same?
Yes! And, in addition, Guest staff from other In-Shape clubs will be present to assist with training on In-Shape systems.
9. Will the club hours remain the same?
Yes! Hours of operation will remain the same for the present time.
10. Will my current financial agreement be honored by In-Shape Health Clubs (ISHC)?
Yes! ISHC will honor your current financial agreement if fixed dues.
11. Will Personal Training agreements be affected?
Your unused sessions will be honored by your current trainers in the first 30 days. All qualified Personal Trainers will have the opportunity to work with Custom Built Personal Training.
12. How can I stay up to date on club improvements?
ISHC will communicate with members on site, in the mail, and via e-mail. If you haven’t already added your e-mail address to your membership record, please do so as soon as possible to make sure you don’t miss any communications! In-Shape will not share confidential member information with any third parties. We never sell your e-mail address.
13. What if I have further questions regarding my membership?
We have a dedicated representative in our corporate office ready to answer your call. Please call Mark Huber with our Member Services Department at 209-922-0041.
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