Anytime Fitness Australia brought together more than 900 franchisees, club managers, and industry leaders from across the country for its three-day annual conference.
The three-day event capped off a significant year of growth for the network, surpassing 800,000 members across 647 clubs in Australia and over 6,000 locations worldwide. Last month, Anytime Fitness Australia was named Franchise Group/Brand of the Year at the 2026 AUSactive National Awards.
The national awards gala saw multi-unit franchisee Jordan Ross, inducted into the brand’s Hall of Fame. Ross has shown exceptional long-term commitment, leadership, and impact across the Anytime Fitness network for 15 years.
Greg Cromie and Juan Cruz took out the Franchisee of the Year award for their outstanding commitment to member experience, club culture, and network collaboration.
Simon Thompson, Anytime Fitness managing director, said: “Our remarkable growth this year reflects the strength and dedication of our entire network. From dedicated club managers to visionary franchise partners, their leadership and passion drive our brand forward and bring our ‘Relentlessly Better, Member Obsessed’ ethos to life every day.
“Congratulations to all of our award winners for setting the benchmark as we build towards an even bigger 2027.”
2026 Anytime Fitness winners included:
- Club of the Year: Anytime Fitness Truganina, VIC: Christian Clark – recognised for delivering an outstanding member experience, fostering an inclusive community atmosphere, and prioritising team wellbeing.
- Most Improved Club of the Year: Anytime Fitness Toowoomba, QLD: Matthew Doughty – acknowledged for the club’s operational refresh, strengthening its local reputation, and revitalising the member experience.
- Club Manager of the Year: Marlena Curnus, Anytime Fitness Frenchs Forest, NSW – recognised for building a welcoming, community-driven club environment and her role as a supportive and stand-out network leader.
- Regional Manager of the Year: Sandy King, QLD – awarded for her hands-on leadership, driving high operational standards, and building a thriving community for both members and staff.
- Personal Trainer of the Year: Josaphine Lock, Anytime Fitness Brighton, SA – acknowledged for her dedication to member success, supporting her clients to achieve their fitness and lifestyle goals both inside and outside the gym.
- BELONG Award: Shannon Harris, Regional Manager, NSW – recognised for demonstrating the BELONG values (Be Human, Empathise, Listen, Opportunity, Now, Genuine) both within the club and in the community.
