Planet Fitness in East Knoxville; image by Planet Fitness

KNOXVILLE - Planet Fitness is celebrating continued growth in the Knoxville area as IGNITE Fitness Holdings, one of the brand's largest franchisee groups in North America, prepares to officially celebrate the grand opening of its newest club in Knoxville East on Tuesday, November 10. Located at 4627 Greenway Dr, Knoxville, TN 37918-2118, the new club marks IGNITE Fitness Holdings' 15th Planet Fitness location in Tennessee, expanding access to affordable fitness for residents throughout the community.

The grand opening celebration will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. and will feature a ribbon-cutting ceremony with remarks from Jessica Griffis, Regional Director TN/GA of IGNITE Fitness Holdings; Hallie Duncan, Knox County Mayor's Office Community Engagement Coordinator, attending on behalf of the Mayor; and Bridget Vincent, Vice President of Institutional Philanthropy of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley. Community members will have the opportunity to enjoy interactive games, raffles and giveaways, tours of the new facility, and opportunities to connect with local vendors.

“This new location is more than just a gym, it’s a resource for everyone offering a welcoming, affordable place to build healthy routines close to home,” said Mike Shapiro, Senior Vice President of Operations at IGNITE Fitness Holdings. “We’re proud to have invested in this community, contributing to local economic development, job creation and supporting health and wellness in Knoxville. The new nearly 15,000-square-foot facility will enhance access to fitness and foster a stronger sense of community throughout Knoxville.”

As part of the celebration and to reflect its ongoing commitment to the Knoxville East community, Planet Fitness will also donate $1,000 to the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley to support programs that foster the health and wellness of local children and families.

Spanning nearly 15,000 square feet, the new Knoxville club offers a variety of fitness equipment and amenities designed to make working out convenient, comfortable and accessible for members of all fitness levels. Features include state-of-the-art cardio equipment, plate-loaded strength machines, FITBENCH®, numerous flat-screen televisions and fully equipped locker rooms with day lockers and showers. Members can also enjoy HydroMassage™ loungers, standing red light therapy and massage chairs.

The Knoxville East club is open and staffed 5 a.m. – 11 p.m. from Monday to Thursday, 5 a.m. – 9 p.m. on Friday, and 7 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

For more information or to join online, please visit planetfitness.com/gyms/knoxville-east-town-tn.