Frequently asked questions:

Who are we ?
Fitness New Zealand (FNZ) is a non profit incorporated society. Our members are fitness centres and people with an interest in fitness centres throughout New Zealand. FNZ represents these centres on a broad range of issues, as well as advising and informing members of industry issues.

How are we funded ?
We are a totally non profit organisation. FNZ receives all of its current funding direct from its members. Like all non profit organisations, it shows full annual accounts to its members at each AGM.

What's the link between FNZ and Sfrito ?
Fitness New Zealand is a partial owner of Sfrito (the Sports, Fitness and Recreation Industry Training Organisation). As the fitness industry's link to Sfrito, FitnessNZ votes on issues on behalf of the industry at Sfrito shareholder functions.

What about IHRSA ?
FNZ is the New Zealand liaison partner for IHRSA (the International Health, Racquet and Sportsclub Association). FNZ members receive substantial discounts on an IHRSA membership.

What about unfair competition ?
Recently a number of FNZ members complained about unfair competition in our industry from council or government funded organisations. Our position is that we do not believe it is appropriate for any organisation to use tax/rate payers money to compete directly with commercial operators. We work with the members and the parties concerned to attempt to facilitate the issues. Where a FNZ member complains formally about unfair competition we will act as both a facilitator and an advisor.

Who can join ?
Basically it is open to anyone who supports the objectives of the organisation.

Mostly our members are fitness centres themselves, personal trainers and organisations that have interests in our industry.
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Who runs Fitness New Zealand?
At the AGM each year a board of members is elected to govern and manage the organisation. If you are interested in becoming involved, please feel free to put your name forward (contact the president for details).

I am wanting to join a fitness centre, what do I do?
If you're new to fitness centres, first download our what to look for in a health & fitness centre brochure. Then take a look at our directory page.

Does Fitness New Zealand sell equipment or nutritional supplements?
No we don't. For products we recommend Fitnessworks - www.fitnessworks.co.nz. For all other inquiries, please contact your local fitness New Zealand member centre.

I am a student wanting information for an assignment.
Please refer to this document.