Crunch Bearden Opens New Fitness Center in Knoxville

KNOXVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 18, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- Crunch Bearden, the latest addition to the Crunch Fitness franchise, officially opened its doors on Saturday, September 19th, in Knoxville, Tennessee. Located at 4581 Kingston Pike, the new 46,819 square-foot facility is the second Crunch gym in the state and represents a significant $5 million investment in the community.

The new location, which features Crunch Fitness's latest 3.0 club design, offers a comprehensive range of state-of-the-art equipment and amenities. Members can enjoy a Hot Studio, Ride Studio, a dedicated Abs & Glutes Room, functional training areas, HydroMassage, tanning, and full-service locker rooms. This modern facility is designed to cater to all fitness levels, providing a dynamic and inclusive environment.

Crunch Bearden will begin welcoming members during a soft opening on September 19th, at 5 a.m. The grand opening celebration will take place on Monday, September 28th, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., and will feature a full schedule of group fitness classes, personal training specials, local vendors, and giveaways. The event is open to the public, and prospective members are encouraged to visit CrunchBearden.com to learn more about membership options and special offers.

The new Crunch Bearden location is expected to create more than 70 local jobs across various roles, including personal training, group fitness, sales, operations, member services, and club leadership. Blue Ridge Fitness Holdings, a subsidiary of CR Fitness Holdings, currently operates 21 Crunch gyms across Georgia, North Carolina, and Tennessee and is on track to operate nearly 25 total by the end of 2026. Its parent company, CR Fitness Holdings, serves over one million members across 98 Crunch Fitness locations.

Crunch Bearden's opening marks a significant milestone for the local fitness community, offering residents a premium fitness experience with a wide array of amenities and services.