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20th edition  28 - 31 May 2026 Expo Centre & Riviera di Rimini (Italy)
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Future of Fitness: From Memberships to Meaning

How gyms unlock new revenue streams by understanding member needs, trends, and the tech behind

The fitness industry is at a turning point. Members have evolved — their goals, values, and expectations have shifted dramatically. Most gyms haven't kept up.

This 2-hour power session reveals a new hierarchy of member needs — from functional fitness to longevity, mental resilience, community, and meaning — and shows operators exactly how to build revenue at every level.

Through three high-impact expert panels and structured networking with industry experts, you'll get inside the market shifts, demographic opportunities, and technology trends reshaping fitness right now. Leave with a sharp framework, battle-tested strategies, and direct access to six of the industry's most forward-thinking leaders.

What we'll cover:

  • Market Evolution — Brand positioning and premium pricing
  • Demographic Evolution — The 45+ longevity boom
  • Technology Evolution — Personalization, data, and retention at scale

Hosted by Natalia Karbasova, Founder of FitTech Club and Rimini Wellness Industry Leader | Featuring senior executives from RSG Group, Garmin Health, Zing Coach, YEARS, Trouble Global, and Mio Clubs.

29 May , 10:00 - 12:00

Hall B3 - Fitness Innovation Arena

Language

English

Sector

FITNESS

Tipology

Workshops and conferences

Tag

Business

Industry Leader

Natalia Karbasova

Natalia Karbasova

Industry Leader

Speaker

Jörg Fockenberg

Jörg Fockenberg

VP Strategy, Expansion & Franchise

Emma Barry

Emma Barry

Founder & Chief of Trouble

Naomie Martin

Naomie Martin

Co-Founder di Mio Clubs and Mio Wellness Group

Jürgen Mehrtens

Jürgen Mehrtens

CEO of YEARS

Jörn Watzke

Jörn Watzke

Senior Director, Global B2B for Garmin Health

Anton Marchanka

Anton Marchanka

CEO of Zing Coach