TIMONIUM, MD—January 16, 2024—Planet Fitness—one of the nation’s largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers with more members than any other fitness brand—announces that its Wheaton club is now open at 2201 Randolph Rd., Wheaton, MD 20902.

Located in the Glenmont Shopping Center, the 28,919-square-foot space features state-of-the-art cardio machines and strength equipment, a 30-Minute Express Circuit, fully equipped locker rooms, and numerous flat-screen televisions—all in a hassle-free environment.

Its PF Black Card Spa Area offers HydroMassage beds, massage chairs, tanning, and a Recovery Lounge offering a multi-sensory experience combining hot, cold, and compression therapy. PF Black Card members also can relax, reset, and focus on their mental health for up to 15 minutes in the RelaxSpace Wellness Pod. They can select between a variety of videos, scents, and even temperatures while learning more about diet, nutrition, breathing, and the benefits of exercise. Plus, the Wellness Pod tracks heart rates and encourages members to use breathing and meditation exercises to reduce anxiety levels, disconnect, and recharge with a unique, multi-sensory experience.

“We are committed to investing in the Wheaton community and are thrilled to unveil our brand-new Judgement Free facilities to our existing and soon-to-be members,” said Victor Brick, co-owner of Ohana Growth Partners (OGP), a franchise division of Planet Fitness. “Already, we’ve experienced an outstanding response from the community and encourage everyone to come check out the club during our, meet our friendly team members, get a tour, and see what the Judgement Free Zone is all about.”

As an introductory special, the Classic membership will be available for just 24 cents down, $10 a month—cancel any time—through January 19. All memberships include free fitness training led by a certified fitness trainer through the pe@pf program.

Or, members can sign up for the PF Black Card at $24.99/month, which includes the ability to bring a guest every day at no additional charge, access to all 2,500+ Planet Fitness locations in all 50 states, and access to PF Black Card Spa amenities, among other benefits.

Planet Fitness Wheaton is open and staffed as follows:

  • Monday through Thursday: 5 a.m. to 11 p.m.

  • Friday: 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.

  • Saturday through Sunday: 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

For more details about the new club, visit planetfitness.com/gyms/wheaton-md, email wheaton.md@planetfitness.com, or call 240- 650-1900. For information about Planet Fitness overall, visit PlanetFitness.com or follow on Facebook (facebook.com/PlanetFitness), Instagram (instagram.com/planetfitness) and TikTok (tiktok.com/@planetfitness).

Planet Fitness Wheaton is OGP’s 33rd club in Maryland. Its other Montgomery County clubs include Planet Fitness Rockville, Planet Fitness Germantown, Planet Fitness Gaithersburg, Planet Fitness Silver Spring South, and Planet Fitness Silver Spring.

About Planet Fitness

Founded in 1992 in Dover, NH, Planet Fitness is one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the world by number of members and locations. As of December 31, 2023, Planet Fitness had approximately 18.7 million members and 2,575 stores in 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Canada, Panama, Mexico, and Australia. The Company’s mission is to enhance people’s lives by providing a high-quality fitness experience in a welcoming, non-intimidating environment, which we call the Judgement Free Zone. More than 90% of Planet Fitness stores are owned and operated by independent businessmen and women.

About Ohana Growth Partners, LLC

Ohana Growth Partners, LLC, owns and operates 77 Planet Fitness health clubs with more than 550,000 members in Maryland, the District of Columbia, Tennessee, Florida, Washington, and California. It also is a joint venture partner with six clubs in Australia. In 2013, OGP was named The Inaugural Franchise of the Year by Planet Fitness Corporate. In 2014, the group was named Planet Fitness Developer of the Year for opening 11 clubs in 12 months as well as receiving the award for Highest BER (Brand Excellence Review) awarded by Planet Fitness Corporate. In 2015, the group was again named Planet Fitness Developer of the Year awarded by Planet Fitness Corporate. The following year, the group was given the Judgement Free Generation award for their exceptional work with the local boys and girls clubs in Tennessee by Planet Fitness Corporate.