Despite the business landscape in Alberta, International Fitness Holdings (World Health Calgary, Spa Lady and Bankers Hall Club), has made a conscious decision to invest in Alberta because they believe in the future of the province and the increasing importance of health and wellness in our lives.
Given this commitment to growth, International Fitness Holdings (IFH) has been named one of Canada's Best Managed Companies in 2015.
"We are a people-oriented business," said Scott Wildeman, Sr. VP of Fitness and Operations, IFH. "We are dedicated to recruiting great people who build strong relationships with members and guests."
IFH is opening three new fitness centres in Alberta: a World Health executive club in downtown Calgary, and Spa Lady locations in both Calgary and Edmonton. They are also launching a nutrition department in 2016, which will offer Albertans additional career opportunities within the business.
IFH focuses on giving back to employees through their complimentary continuing education program, a greater investment in the employee and family assistance program, and other benefits.
"International Fitness Holdings is one of the rare companies that walk the talk about culture while still balancing a robust discipline towards their systems and processes. They have taken roles in the fitness industry that are traditionally transient jobs and turned them into long-term viable careers," said Debby Carreau, CEO of Calgary based Inspired HR.
There are many health benefits attributed to living a healthy and active lifestyle such as reduced risk of cardiovascular disease, improved sleep and energy levels, and decreased stress and anxiety. IFH offers members unlimited group classes and will soon launch online personal training options. They are also launching a new 45-minute personal training package offering member accountability in a more economical format.
"We know that during harder economic times in Alberta, fitness plays a vital role in stress management and overall well-being," said Wildeman.
IFH continues to support the community by offering free fitness to local schools with their Mobile Fitness Unit, and fundraising for Wellspring Calgary.
Established in 1993, Canada's Best Managed Companies is one of the country's leading business awards programs recognizing companies that have implemented world-class business practices and created value in innovative ways. Applicants are evaluated by an independent judging panel on overall business performance, including leadership, strategy, core competencies, cross-functional collaboration throughout organization, and talent.
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