Snap Fitness ‘flexes’ muscle in the United Kingdom

The more than 30 million UK adults who take part in sports or exercise will soon have another option when choosing a health and fitness facility, according to a release from Chanhassen-based Snap Fitness.

Snap Fitness, the franchisor of more than 1,300 fitness centers worldwide, recently announced plans to open 75-100 clubs throughout the UK duringthe next five years, including 10 in the London area by the end of the year.

London’s first two facilities will open in Milton Keynes and Kenton in May and April respectively.

“There is real opportunity for sector growth ahead, as more people see health and fitness as a necessity versus a luxury,” said Peter Taunton, who founded Snap Fitness in 2003 and has since expanded the brand throughout six countries, including the United States, Canada, Mexico, India, Australia and New Zealand. “This is an exciting time for us as we begin to offer gym-goers and health enthusiasts across the kingdom convenient and affordable ways to look and feel better.”

While Snap Fitness offers the same quality equipment as traditional health clubs, the booming brand is setting industry standards by focusing on complete member wellness and providing a host of products and services designed to give members better results and more value for their money. By scaling down in size and eliminating unnecessary amenities such as swimming pools and racquetball courts, Snap Fitness offers customers a quality, affordable workout with strong emphasis on customer service and convenience.

With a modest footprint that ranges from 232 to 325 square meters (2,500-3,500 square feet), a typical Snap Fitness installation includes treadmills, elliptical machines, stationary bikes, weight machines and free weights. Members pay month-to-month and can easily cancel their gym memberships or put them on hold without penalty. There are no contracts.

For more information: www.snapfitness.com.