Onelife Fitness Acquisition | What Members Need to Know

Acquisition of North Alabama Fitness Facilities

Onelife Fitness officially took control of two prominent gym locations in North Alabama on September 1, 2026. The private equity firm 26North Partners LP, which owns the Onelife Fitness brand, acquired both Phaze 3 Fitness facilities located in Huntsville and Madison. This expansion adds to the existing footprint of the fitness chain within the state.

Onelife Fitness currently maintains five other locations in Alabama, with clubs established in McCalla, Birmingham, and Hoover. The integration of the newly purchased Huntsville and Madison sites brings the company’s total state presence to seven locations. The transition involves an immediate shift in management under the Onelife banner.

Immediate Changes and Member Impact

Management indicated that signs at the Huntsville and Madison sites will be replaced in October. Despite the rebranding, current members should expect continuity in their daily operations for the time being. According to statements shared by the previous operator, member dues, facility hours, and existing personal trainer contracts remain in effect.

Still, the acquisition brings planned capital improvements to these clubs. Onelife Fitness disclosed via social media that it intends to invest in new equipment and structural upgrades at both sites. The incoming operator plans to audit the current class schedule to determine if additions or modifications are required to better serve the membership base.

Industry Context and Future Outlook

Private equity involvement in the regional fitness sector often precedes aggressive infrastructure spending. By standardizing equipment and service offerings across Alabama, 26North Partners LP seeks to consolidate its market position. The move mirrors broader trends in the industry where larger chains absorb independent clubs to achieve scale.

What happens next involves the physical rebranding of the buildings and the rollout of new programming. Members should monitor updates regarding potential changes to membership terms beyond the initial transition period. This acquisition highlights a shift toward larger, chain-operated gym environments across the North Alabama region.