Featured · PolicyIndustry Update · 12 Mar 2026
FitSA welcomes new national wellness policy framework
Our position on how the framework will shape facility operations, professional standards and the future of fitness in South Africa.
National Industry Body · Est. 2000
South Africa's Voice for the Fitness Industry
Representing, protecting and growing South Africa's fitness industry through advocacy, education and leadership.
Government Advocacy
Engaging policy makers on behalf of the sector.
Industry Representation
A unified voice for facilities and professionals.
Professional Standards
Setting and upholding sector-wide benchmarks.
Industry Impact
Representing the scale of South African fitness
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Member Facilities
Gyms and studios in our network.
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Fitness Professionals
Trainers, coaches and instructors.
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Years Representing Industry
Trusted national leadership since 2000.
Millions
Millions of South Africans
Reached through member facilities.
25 years
Representing the South African fitness industry.
Why FitSA
The national platform shaping the future of fitness
Membership unlocks the advocacy, education and connections that every fitness business and professional needs to grow with confidence.
Industry Advocacy
Engagement with regulators, government and the public.
Continuing Education
Accredited CPD, certifications and workshops.
National Networking
Operators, trainers and suppliers across all provinces.
Business Resources
Compliance toolkits, templates and partner discounts.
Membership Pathways
Professional programmes for every part of the industry
Facility Members
Gyms · Studios · Wellness Centres
For fitness facilities of every size — from independent studios to national chains. Receive facility accreditation, compliance support and staff CPD bundles.
Professional Members
Trainers · Coaches · Instructors
Recognition, CPD and member directory exposure for independent fitness professionals working across the country.
Corporate Members
Suppliers · Brands · Service Providers
Industry exposure, partnership opportunities and direct access to facility operators and professional networks.
Education Partners
Academies · Training Providers
Programme accreditation, joint research access and co-branded education across the FitSA network.
Members Directory
Connect with trusted fitness facilities, trainers, suppliers and education providers across South Africa.
Trusted by the South African fitness industry
Virgin Active
Planet Fitness
Zone Fitness
Ignite Fitness
Curves
Adventure Boot Camp
Switch Playground
F45 Training
Virgin Active
Planet Fitness
Zone Fitness
Ignite Fitness
Curves
Adventure Boot Camp
Switch Playground
F45 Training
Upcoming Events
The industry calendar
Governance
Executive Committee
FitSA is guided by an Executive Committee of experienced fitness industry leaders who provide governance, strategic direction and industry representation on behalf of members across South Africa.
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Bill Slater
Chairman
CB
Clinton Borchers
Deputy Chairman
WB
Wayne Brown
Treasurer
BH
Barbara Haswell
Secretary
GA
Grant Austin
Spokesperson
Committee Members
Bruce SlaterIan Hepburn
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