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Your Recreation Franchise Media Coverage News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in recreation franchising media coverage news from around the web. As a news aggregator for the recreation franchise industry, Franchise News Watch streams the latest ground breaking franchise articles, features, guides, blogs, news and more directly to your desktop.  Recreation Franchise Media Coverage NewsArthur Murray International Celebrates 100 Years of Teaching the World to Dance2012 marks 100 years since a shy young man named Arthur Murray stepped onto the dance floor and into the history of American pop culture. Dahn Yoga Community Announces the Woodland Body + Brain Center as its Center of the MonthDahn Yoga & Health Centers, Inc., a national leader in health and wellness, is proud to announce that one of its franchises, a Texas yoga star, the Woodlands Body + Brain Center has been designated as Center of the Month for January 2012. Warm-up from Winter Chill with Dynamic Dahn Yoga Meditation EventThe unique Dahn Yoga meditation techniques, based on Korean Taoist tradition, can be experienced in New York City at its Power of Meditation event on January 22nd at the Skirball Center for the Performing Arts at Washington Square. Dahn Yoga founder,...
$25,000 Reward up for Grabs from Max Muscle Sports Nutrition"Why wait for a New Year’s Resolution to help yourself to feel better?” asked Max Muscle President and co-founder Sean Greene from the company’s Orange, California headquarters. The Little Gym Suggests Three "Parenting Resolutions" for the New YearEach New Year is a new opportunity for people to focus on making positive changes in their lifestyle, exercise and diet habits. Holiday Spirit: Max Muscle Sports Nutrition Supports Toys for TotsMax Muscle Sports Nutrition, the nation’s leading sports nutrition retail franchise has a deeply found passion for being an agent of change for consumers and its business owners alike.
Flip Flop Shops Turns to Facebook to Choose Next Global Charity PartnerCalling all followers of the ″Free Your Toes(R)″ lifestyle! Flip Flop Shops has announced that it's turning to Facebook fans to help determine the brand's next global charity partner. School Of Rock Teams Up With Mike Peters Of The Alarm/Big Country And The Love Hope Strength FoundationSchool of Rock will be announcing a three-day recording workshop in November at their music school locations nationwide. The workshop provides an interactive educational music experience with an emphasis on recording and vocals. Local Party Experts Host Halloween Boo BounceWith Halloween quickly approaching, many parents are looking for fun, safe, family friendly event options in the community to celebrate. Local Children's Party Place Bounces for More BirthdaysBounceU of Farmingdale, part of the nations largest franchise specializing in private party experiences that feature the latest indoor inflatable equipment, will be hosting a charity fundraiser to benefit the American Cancer Society. Pump It Up Supports Military Veterans with Financial IncentivesRecognizing that more veterans want to continue their career of service after leaving the military, often by opening businesses that cater to families and communities, Pump It Up has joined a national program that provides financial incentives to help hon BounceU of Farmingdale Wins National AwardBounceU of Farmingdale received a national award for Best Staff and Service at the recent BounceU Franchise national Convention held in Scottsdale, Arizona. The Staff and Service Award recognizes the effort put forth by BounceU of Farmingdale's staff to c The Little Gym Unveils Plans for 2011-2012 Season of "Serious Fun"The Little Gym, a child-focused physical development center with facilities nationwide, is rolling out a new approach to physical development, learning and fun for the 2011-2012 Season. The Little Gym encourages parents to register their children soon for
Flip Flop Shops Launches First Exclusive with O'NEILLFlip Flop Shops has teamed up with O'NEILL, one of the most prominent players in the surf industry, to kick start the summer with its very own version of the "Phluff Daddy" flip flop and a killer promotion. 10 Guests Make a 'Perfect' Party at Pump It UpFor a mom whose child's birthday falls during the summer months, gathering 20-30 children for a party is a daunting task. To help make mom's life easier, Pump It Up has introduced the exclusive 'Perfect 10' party package, designed for 10 children or less, AmericInn Hotels Announce "All-AmericInn Smiles" Campaign for Peak Summer Travel SeasonAmericInn hotels across the country today announced that they are celebrating the arrival of the peak summer travel season with a rewarding offer of valuable prizes for travelers who share photos of their summer travel experiences on the AmericInn Faceboo The Safe Way to Bounce: National Franchise Offers Safety Tips for ParentsFollowing a recent string of reports of injuries and close calls related to people playing on rented, outdoor inflatable play structures rather than going to safety compliant, indoor facilities, the experts at Pump It Up are offering a helpful safety chec Florida Spring Break Spot Has Sprung a Koko FitClubAdd Florida to Koko FitClub's growing locations list. Koko FitClub, LLC, is the fitness franchise revolutionizing the industry with spa-like clubs built around groundbreaking, proprietary exercise technology- the Koko Smartraining System. Today the compan Surfs Up! Flip Flop Shops & Cobian Deliver Surfers' Delight Promo This MayFlip Flop Shops, North America's first retail chain exclusive to the hottest brands and latest styles of flip flops and sandals, today announced that it has partnered with Cobian for its May system-wide promotion to give consumers the ultimate surf movie School Of Rock's Growth Fueled By Latest Funding By Sterling PartnersSchool of Rock, the national leader in music education, received an additional $3.5 million investment from its financial sponsor and majority shareholder, Sterling Partners. The Company will use the funds to accelerate its North American expansion. Schoo Flip Flop Shops & Sanuk Team Up to Welcome Flip Flop SeasonWith the birds chirping and the sun shining, one thing is for sure – Spring is finally here! In celebration, Flip Flop Shops has teamed up with Sanuk to give consumers free swag when they purchase the latest styles from Sanuk. Pump It Up Unveils First National Sensory Program Designed for Children With AutismFamilies across the United States will soon have access to the first nationwide sensory entertainment program designed exclusively for children with autism, which will be unveiled on April 7, 2011 at more than 150 Pump It Up locations nationwide in conjun The Little Gym Weighs in on Sports Training for ChildrenRecent media coverage of sports training for babies and toddlers has given parents a lot to think about. According to The Little Gym, a children's gym and fitness franchise, there are many benefits for enrolling children in a physical program at an early Athletic Republic Fitness Franchise and USA Hockey Under-18 National Team Produce A Dozen NHL Draft PicksTwo athletes who train extensively with Athletic Republic and ten members of the USA Hockey National Team Development Program's Under-18 National Team train with Athletic Republic were selected in last weekend's NHL Draft, the industry leader in... Flip Flop Shops Shines as 2010 ICSC Hot Retailer Award WinnerFlip Flop Shops has turned up the heat on summer's sizzle with its prestigious recognition as one of the world's hottest retailers. Children's Party Franchise, Pump It Up, Launches Nationwide Fundraising Efforts to Benefit the Autism SocietyOn April 22, 2010, thousands of children and families across America will be bouncing, sliding and jumping to raise funds for autism and celebrate National Autism Awareness Month. BounceU of Sarasota Hosts "Families Helping Haiti" FundraiserThe tragedy of the recent Haitian Earthquake has touched the lives of thousands and individuals around the country are looking for ways to help. Local business owner of BounceU of Sarasota has taken it upon herself to make a difference by working with... Investors & Entrepreneurs Choosing Max Muscle Sports Nutrition In Record NumbersThe year 2009 underscored a national trend showing that Health Care and Exercise taking center stage ranging from the American Medical Association issuing a nationwide directive that every American needs a daily multivitamin supplement... Golf Etc. Named to Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Private Companies in AmericaGolf Etc. of America, Inc. is proud to announce that it has been named by Inc. magazine to the 2009 Inc. 5000 list, recognizing Golf Etc. among the fastest-growing private companies in America. With annual revenue of $3.2 million and a three-year... Monster Mini Golf launches a Customer Appreciation Campaign with the support of Epiphone GuitarsMonster Mini Golf, the monster-themed indoor glow-in-the-dark mini golf franchise, is set to begin a massive Appreciation Campaign to give back to their fans. From June 15th through the month of July, fans of the entertainment center can enter to win a... Flip Flop Shops signs first Canadian StoreTeam 1040 Sports Radio show host Scott Rintoul has the ear of Vancouver area residents each morning. Now he plans to expose their toes as well. Extra Innings Hagerstown Named 2008 Franchise of the YearExtra Innings, America's leader in indoor baseball and softball training centers, is proud to announce Hagerstown, Maryland as their 2008 "Franchise of The Year." Extra Innings Indy South Named 2008 Rookie of the YearExtra Innings, America's leader in indoor baseball and softball training centers, is proud to announce Extra Innings Indy South as their 2008 Rookie of The Year award winner.
2 Local Butterfly Life Fitness Clubs Support Ride for the Cure in April Benefiting Susan G. Komen FoundationButterfly Life, a revolutionary fitness club designed for women, continues the vision of finding a cure for breast cancer. Terry Cichocki, (Cary) and Sunita & Joseph Shouse (Raleigh) are the respective club owners and are proud to be sponsors... Pump It Up and Autism Society of America Launch 'Bounce for Autism'The Autism Society of America, the nation's leading grassroots autism organization, and Pump It Up, the nation's largest and fastest-growing franchise of giant indoor inflatable playgrounds for private parties, announced today the launch of... JumpBunch Repeats Awards for 2008 With Both Franchise 50 and Franchise 500JumpBunch is honored to be named on these prestigious lists for three years in a row. Starting February 13th CLIX Portrait Studios Reinvents the Innovation in Portrait Photography in Maple Grove, MNFor the Pawlyszyns, owning their own CLIX studio is just the beginning of the plans they've made to provide a secure future for their children. Their long-term goals include bringing 5 other CLIX locations to the Twin Cities over the next 10 years. Fayetteville Butterfly Life Franchise Raises Funds for St. Jude Children's Research HospitalClub Owner Margaret McLean put on a fundraiser in her Butterfly Life franchise on January 14th to raise money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Many club members and people in the community came out to raise money for the Hospital. Chicago Teen to Meet Her Sports Idol at The Athlete's FootKimberly Essary is a 16-year-old with goals. She wanted to make her sophomore volleyball team. She wanted to be a "game changer" on whom her teammates can count in critical situations. And she very much wanted to meet her sports idol, White Sox pitcher... |
Features & Special Reports"The Proven Match" for Finding Qualified Franchisees Debuts on Franchising.com Ad PortalProven Match has teamed up with Franchise Update Media Group (FUMG) to give results-driven franchisors a cost-saving profiling service that delivers pre-qualified candidates. Restaurateur Extraordinaire: Sam Covelli Does It With More Than 200 LocationsSam Covelli says he grew up in the restaurant business working in his father's McDonald's. Running For Charity: Colortyme Franchisee Raises Money And Awareness For Children's HospitalThis April will mark the third year in a row that Al Coelho has run the 26-mile Boston Marathon. That's a significant achievement. But it's only a part of what Coelho will do that day. Turning Up The Heat: Learning How To Handle Irate Customers And Look Like A HeroIrate customers. No matter how good you are at what you do, what business you are in, or where it is located, you will at some point find yourself facing an irate customer. Sustaining Business: Zane Tankel On Growing During Tough TimesAs the economy continues to struggle through a slow recovery, business people everywhere are looking for any tools or techniques that will help them keep their businesses alive and thriving. Creating a Cost-Effective Lead Generation StrategyFor many franchisors, the traditional advertising vehicles - portals, print advertising, PR, and broker networks - do not appear to be working as effectively as they were five years ago. New Highlights from the 2012 AFDRIn the previous two issues of FUSR, we published (1) a high-level overview of the 2012 Annual Franchise Development Report (AFDR), followed by (2) a selection of highlights from the report. Finding Your Optimal Buyer: Sellers Must Learn To Look Beyond PriceWhen sellers are contemplating a decision regarding the sale of their business, they overwhelmingly select the bidder with the highest price, only to find afterward that this might not have been the best decision for their circumstances. The Four Steps to Lead Generation Success, Part 4: Wow 'Em!This fourth installment builds on those ideas, showing how you can "wow" your candidates and the importance of how you present your concept to them. The Winner's Column - February 2012As savvy franchise companies continue to flourish in a volatile economy, FUSR continues to bring you good news each month, highlighting brands that are adding units, increasing comp store sales, striking deals with investors, innovating, and continuing to grow, whether domestically or overseas. 
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