Genesis Health Clubs Acquires The Athletic Clubs' Seven Locations
July 17, 2020
Wichita-based Genesis Health Clubs acquired all seven locations of The Athletic Clubs (formerly Prairie Life Fitness) across three states. The deal expands Genesis’ Midwestern footprint—giving members of both organizations access to more than 50 Genesis locations across six states—and was completed with the support of The Athletic Clubs owner Tony Dahmen.
- Buyers
- Genesis Health Clubs
- Targets
- The Athletic Clubs (formerly Prairie Life Fitness)
- Sellers
- The Athletic Clubs, Tony Dahmen
- Industry
- Healthcare Services
- Location
- Nebraska, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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