World Gym Expands in Thailand with Second Bangkok Club, Targets 30 Fitness Centers in Five Years

World Gym Expands in Thailand with Second Bangkok Club, Targets 30 Fitness Centers in Five Years

BANGKOK — World Gym Corporation (TWSE: 2762), Taiwan’s largest fitness operator and owner of the international World Gym brand, is accelerating its Thailand expansion after securing a lease for its second Bangkok fitness club at S-OASIS, a commercial and office development by Singha Estate, a publicly listed international real estate developer and investment company.

The new location follows strong initial demand for World Gym’s first Thai club at Samrong, which attracted more than 1,000 presale members within two weeks. Building on this early momentum, the company plans to establish 30 fitness centers across Thailand over the next five years, positioning the country as a strategic launchpad for broader Southeast Asian growth.

Scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2027, the S-OASIS facility will cover more than 3,000 square meters. It is expected to cater to office employees, corporate tenants, and residents in the surrounding urban district. The lease also highlights World Gym’s strategy of working with established property developers to secure locations within major commercial and mixed-use projects.

John Caraccio, President of World Gym Corporation, emphasized Thailand’s strategic importance to the company’s international ambitions.

“We have ambitious plans for Thailand and see the market as our beachhead for growth across Southeast Asia. We are working with major real estate groups, including Singha Estate, to accelerate our expansion and establish our clubs in prime commercial and mixed-use developments. Our goal is to build a strong, sustainable presence across Thailand while bringing World Gym’s global fitness heritage to more local communities.”

Strong Presales Signal Demand for World Gym Thailand

World Gym Samrong, situated at Imperial World Samrong in the Bangkok metropolitan area, began presales in late September 2026. The club is designed to deliver an internationally recognized fitness experience, featuring premium strength and cardio equipment, dedicated functional training areas, and technology-enabled member services.

Sivilai Pinsuwan, General Manager of World Gym Thailand, said the rapid membership sign-ups reflect an opportunity to serve consumers seeking accessible, well-equipped fitness facilities.

“Surpassing 1,000 presale members in just two weeks demonstrates strong pent-up demand for large-format fitness centers in Thailand. We see significant potential to serve more consumers with well-equipped, accessible fitness facilities that meet their evolving needs. The strong early response at Samrong gives us encouraging momentum as we prepare for our next location.”

The early performance of the Samrong club provides an encouraging starting point for the company’s planned nationwide rollout as it evaluates additional locations in key urban markets.

World Gym to Bring HYROX Partnership to Thailand

Beyond opening new fitness clubs, World Gym is preparing to introduce its HYROX partnership to Thailand later this year. The company is already HYROX’s largest partner in the Asia-Pacific region through its collaboration across World Gym clubs in Taiwan.

The planned expansion comes amid growing interest in fitness competitions and functional training in Thailand. HYROX Bangkok attracted more than 17,000 athletes in March, highlighting the market’s potential for organized fitness events and performance-based training.

Extending the partnership into Thailand would broaden World Gym’s offerings while connecting local members with a growing international fitness movement.

Building on a 50-Year Fitness Legacy

Founded in California in 1976 at the iconic Muscle Beach, World Gym has developed into a globally recognized fitness brand with a presence across six continents. In 2024, World Gym Corporation acquired World Gym International, gaining ownership of the global brand, its intellectual property, and operating rights.

Combining its American fitness heritage with the resources of a Taiwan-listed operating company, World Gym is positioning Thailand as a major growth market in Southeast Asia. Its five-year target of 30 locations, supported by partnerships with established real estate developers, reflects a strategy to build a scalable network of fitness centers in high-potential urban communities.

With its second Bangkok club secured and its first location recording strong presales, World Gym is advancing its ambition to make its international fitness experience accessible to more consumers across Thailand.

via PR Newswire | Property Finds Asia