Big Step Forward for Michigan's Fitness/Wellness Profession!
Exciting news! MFA’s public education and political efforts pave the way for growth and innovation in the state’s fitness/wellness industry. At its fall conference, the a profession’setailed the profession’s path forward.
Michigan Fitness Association
Michigan Fitness Association received $8.5 million from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) with the intent of assisting Michigan-based fitness businesses like yours to promote health and well-being in your communities. Through this program, the MFA will provide Health and Wellness Enhancement Grants for MFA members in two rounds of grant awards.
The MFA completed the first round of grants in June 2024. To date, MFA awarded over $3.6 million to 280 MFA member gyms, studios, and fitness businesses!
Health & Wellness Enhancement Grant
Round 2 of Health & Wellness Enhancement Grant Opens Today!
MFA is excited to share that the application process for Round 2 of the Health & Wellness Enhancement Grant is open today! The grant allows qualified Michigan-based fitness businesses to receive funds to enhance and promote health and wellness activities and programs. Businesses that received a grant in Round 1 are still eligible for a Round 2 grant. Additionally, non-members are eligible and encouraged to apply as well. The application process will close February 28, 2025.
Now is the best time to join to advance your business, your community, and your industry.
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Our Team
Our amazing board and staff is committed to helping others. We take our passions and turn them into action.
Member Commitment
We vigorously advocate for, educate, and empower fitness professionals to ensure we are recognized as an essential provider in the healthcare delivery system.
Our Vision
Supporting a fitness industry that is viewed as a critical part of the state’s healthcare delivery system in an effort to transform Michigan into one of the healthiest states in the country.