Crunch Fitness Announces Portland, OR As Newest Franchise Location

Crunch, the health club chain best known for making serious fitness fun through unique programming and cutting-edge training, announces its newest franchise location in Portland’s popular business hub, Division Center. Crunch Division will join Beaverton and Gresham as the third Portland area location to open a Crunch franchise, creating a trifecta of Crunch clubs in one of America’s fittest cities. )
“Since the 2010 openings of Crunch in Beaverton and Gresham, the community has fully embraced Crunch’s ‘No Judgments’ mantra and now looks  to Crunch as the source of the latest and greatest in fitness innovation,” said franchisee, John LaRosa. “As longtime Portland residents, we are thrilled to bring a third Crunch to the area and to continue to offer an exceptional and affordable fitness experience to Portland’s already health-conscious residents.”
Set to open for workouts in January 2013, Crunch Division will be timed perfectly to coincide with the annual onset of hopeful resolutioners looking to reach fitness goals and establish healthy habits for the New Year.  Residents will be able to kick off their New Year’s Resolutions with the club’s diverse group fitness offerings that have established Crunch as a pioneer in unique programing, including, BodyWeb w/TRX® , BOSU® Bootcamp, Zumba®, POUND®, the rockout workout, and more.
Located at 12102 SE Division St., Portland, OR 97236, Crunch Division will also be the area’s biggest club yet; a 22,000 square-foot facility, featuring top-of-the-line cardio equipment, the latest selectorized machines and state-of-the-art weight training equipment. The club will feature an impressive 3,000 square-ft. group fitness studio to house Crunch’s unique and varied classes. Plus, Crunch will be bringing a team of expert personal trainers who utilize an incredibly effective online fitness and nutrition program, to help members reach their goals.  And if that’s not enough, Crunch Division will also have four Hex stand-up tanning machines, and full-service locker rooms, complete with shower facilities and changing rooms.
“With one of the most fitness-minded populations in the nation, it’s no secret that Portland residents are serious about working out and staying fit,” said Ben Midgley, president, Crunch Franchise. “Bringing a third Crunch to the area proves that Crunch’s fitness meets fun philosophy and unparalleled workout experience resonates with everyone from serious exercise enthusiasts to workout newcomers, alike.” 
Franchise team, John LaRosa and Steve Block are industry veterans with over 30 years experience in the fitness and health club industry. An enrollment center is now open near the club space, located at 11920 SE Division St. Portland, OR 97236. Visit www.crunchdivision.com or call (503) 894-9790 for more information on exclusive membership opportunities, including $0 enrollment now through November 30th. For more information about Crunch franchising opportunities go to www.crunchfranchise.com