News Summary
Fitness International LLC, the parent company of LA Fitness, is expanding its Club Studio concept with a new location in Orchard Hills Shopping Center. This new facility will occupy a space previously held by a closed CVS Pharmacy and aims to provide a modern fitness experience with luxury amenities and boutique-style classes. Currently operating 15 locations, the new site represents Fitness International’s growing commitment to innovative fitness solutions in Orange County. With plans for over 11 more locations, Club Studio is set to reshape the local fitness landscape.
Irvine, CA — Fitness International LLC, the parent company of LA Fitness, is set to expand its innovative fitness concept, Club Studio, with a new location at Orchard Hills Shopping Center. This facility will be located at the intersection of Portola Parkway and Culver Avenue, occupying approximately 18,300 square feet of space previously held by a closed CVS Pharmacy.
The Orchard Hills Shopping Center spans 15.3 acres and features a Pavilion’s grocery store as its anchor tenant. The new Club Studio aims to provide a cutting-edge fitness experience that combines luxury amenities and boutique-style classes all in one facility. Currently, Fitness International LLC operates over 700 LA Fitness clubs across the nation and is recognized as one of Orange County’s larger private companies, generating annual revenue estimated around $1 billion.
Club Studio was launched three years ago as a response to the growing demand for personalized fitness experiences. The concept draws inspiration from Xponential Fitness Inc., known for its specialization in niche fitness brands such as cycling, Pilates, and yoga. The first Club Studio opened in Oak Creek Shopping Center in Irvine, where it replaced a hardware store and offers a sprawling 36,000 square feet of space, featuring areas for cycling, Pilates, hot yoga, boxing, and traditional gym facilities, including a pool.
Currently, Club Studio operates 15 locations across the U.S. and has plans to open an additional 11 locations, with some of these new sites potentially nearing 50,000 square feet in size. The upcoming Orchard Hills location will be Fitness International’s second Club Studio in Orange County, joining five operational sites across California. The facility’s amenities will include free-weight and machine weightlifting areas, cardio equipment, a lobby area, and locker rooms.
Group fitness classes at the new health club will cover a range of offerings such as yoga, cardio, spin bikes, and Pilates. Class sizes are expected to accommodate between 30 to 48 people, catering to individuals seeking a more intimate training environment. City records indicate that the new Club Studio is still in the early stages of development, with an anticipated opening several months from now.
This new concept provides a refreshing alternative to traditional LA Fitness gyms by integrating multiple boutique offerings in one location. Recent developments have also indicated a partnership between LA Fitness and Xponential Fitness, which may lead to the introduction of Xponential brand studios within LA Fitness locations over the next five years.
Current fitness trends suggest a shift towards comprehensive fitness experiences that can compete with smaller boutique offerings. The Club Studio aims to capture this market by presenting a well-rounded approach to fitness that combines high-end amenities with a range of group classes, positioning it favorably against competing gyms.
The establishment of Club Studio at Orchard Hills Shopping Center not only enhances the local fitness landscape but also signifies Fitness International LLC’s commitment to innovate and meet evolving fitness needs within the community.
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