California Fitness sells business in Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 3 — California Fitness, the leading fitness company in Asia, today announced that it has sold its three fitness clubs in Malaysia to Celebrity Fitness.

The three clubs are located in Mid Valley Megamall, Sunway Pyramid and Lot 10. The California Fitness Group, a wholly owned subsidiary of 24-Hour Fitness Worldwide, continues to own and operate its mYoga club at The Gardens shopping mall.

" We believe that this transaction provides the optimal solution for both staff and members," said its President, Colin Heggie in a statement here today.

" The move will allow the company to realign resources and reinforce its growth and focus in the markets where it is an industry leader. The company is committed to maintaining its brand leadership in the fitness market in Asia," Heggie said.

Currently, California Fitness operates 22 clubs in Asia, including 10 in Hong Kong, six in Taiwan, four in Singapore and two in mainland China which offers a wide range of features and amenities to help members live better through fitness.

California Fitness opened its first club in Malaysia in 2005 and has since grown in popularity amongst members who are seeking a genuinely world-class fitness experience.

Meanwhile, 24-Hour Fitness Worldwide, serves more than three million members and has partnered superstar athletes and celebrities like Lance Armstrong, Shaquille O’Neal, Andre Agassi, Magic Johnson, Jackie Chan and Derek Jeter to open co-branded clubs around the world. — Bernama

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