SportsArt named as IHRSA 2020 Associate Member of the Year

January 22, 2020

Environment / Fitness / Wellness /

The International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) has named SportsArt, an IHRSA member since 1999 and a leader in sustainable fitness equipment, as the 2020 Associate Member of the Year for their outstanding achievements, innovations, and support of the health and fitness industry.

SportsArt revolutionised the way people stay fit with its ECO-POWR line. With over 40 years of innovative design and manufacturing experience, SportsArt is one of the largest single brand manufacturers in the world and is sold in over 70 countries worldwide.

The Associate Member of the Year Award is presented annually to recognise an IHRSA member for their significant contributions to the advancement of the health club industry, as well as their support of IHRSA, its members, and its mission through program and event participation, advertising, and sponsorship.

Joe Moore, IHRSA president and Chief Executive advised "in addition to their strong commitment to the industry and to IHRSA, SportsArt is committed to creating eco-friendly products while using eco-friendly business practices.

“The company’s focus on positively impacting the environment allows club owners to meet the demands of today’s socially and environmentally responsible customers.

Ruben Mejia, executive vice president SportsArt added “we are honoured to have been selected for this award. Since the inception of SportsArt in 1977, it has been our founders’ personal mission to bring sustainability to the fitness industry by not only helping people create healthy happier bodies but also contribute their efforts to a healthier planet.

“We are overjoyed to have his innovations and green approach to traditional fitness recognised and are excited to partner with IHRSA as we focus on growing his vision in the decade to come.”

The Associate Member of the Year Award will be presented during IHRSA 2020, IHRSA’s 39th Annual International Convention & Trade Show in San Diego, California, USA from 18th to 21st March.

SportsArt commercial fitness equipment, including the ECO-POWR, is available exclusively in Australia from NovoFit.

For more information on SportsArt equipment click here to contact NovoFit via their entry in Australasian Leisure Management Supplier Directory.

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