OC&C advises Fitness Park on its acquisition by Providence Equity Partners

We are delighted to congratulate Fitness Park on its agreement to be acquired by Providence Equity Partners. OC&C provided vendor commercial due diligence to support the transaction.

Fitness Park is one of Europe’s leading fitness operators, with more than 467 clubs and over 1.7 million members. Headquartered in France, the business has established a strong position in the high-value, low-price fitness market, with a growing international presence across Spain, Portugal, Morocco and Italy. Through its differentiated customer proposition, high-quality facilities and extensive franchise network, Fitness Park has built a compelling platform for continued growth.

Providence Equity Partners is a leading global private equity firm with significant experience investing in and scaling businesses across Europe. The acquisition builds on Providence’s existing investment in VivaGym, a leading fitness operator in Spain and Portugal, and will further strengthen its presence in the European fitness market. The investment will support Fitness Park’s continued expansion in France and internationally, alongside further investment in its club network, customer experience and product innovation.

The transaction comes amid continued growth and consolidation in the European fitness sector, driven by increasing consumer demand for accessible, high-quality fitness, strength & wellness, and longevity experiences. Fitness Park is well positioned to capitalise on these trends, supported by its established brand, scalable franchise model and ambitious growth strategy.

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