Aligned Fitness Acquires 6 Club Pilates Studios

Aligned Fitness Holdings acquired six high-performing Club Pilates studios in central New Jersey, expanding the company's national footprint.

The acquisitions include two studios from entrepreneur Gary Laden and four studios from fitness operators Karen and Todd Spidare. The transactions expand Aligned Fitness' portfolio to 61 studios across multiple states and mark the company's entry into the New Jersey market.

"Gary, Todd and Karen built outstanding businesses with strong teams, loyal members, and excellent reputations in their communities," said Jon Smith, co-founder of Aligned Fitness. "We're excited to welcome them into the Aligned family and continue building upon the foundation they created."

Founded in 2016, Aligned Fitness has grown from six studios in Raleigh, North Carolina, into a multi-state platform. The company's growth is supported through its partnership with Atlanta-based private equity firm Eagle Merchant Partners, which focuses on investments in health, wellness, and consumer services businesses.

"These acquisitions reflect the continued strength of the boutique fitness category and the significant opportunity we see within the Club Pilates ecosystem," said Jake Rubenstein of Eagle Merchant Partners. "Aligned has established itself as a highly respected operator with a disciplined growth strategy, and we believe there remains substantial runway for expansion through partnerships with best-in-class franchisees."

Smith said Aligned expects continued consolidation opportunities within the boutique fitness industry and remains focused on identifying franchisees that align culturally and operationally with the company's long-term vision.

"We believe there is significant opportunity ahead," Smith said. "The Club Pilates brand continues to resonate with consumers, and we are actively looking for the right franchise partners who want to continue growing alongside us."