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World Gym Unveils Taipei’s First HYROX-Certified Training Venue at Flagship Minsheng Location
2026/10/02
World Gym Corporation (TWSE: 2762), Taiwan’s largest fitness club chain and owner of the iconic World Gym brand, today officially unveiled Taipei’s only certified HYROX Training Zone (HTZ) venue at a launch event at its flagship World Gym Taipei Minsheng club.
The event included Director of HYROX 365 APAC, Calvin Wong, who announced that ticket sales will open soon for the 2027 HYROX Taipei race taking place in March. More than 140 World Gym locations across Taiwan are participating as partner gyms and will provide eligible members with 48-hour priority access to ticket purchases.
The announcement marks a significant milestone in the partnership between the two brands, moving their Asia-Pacific strategic partnership from the strategic cooperation stage into the implementation of professional HYROX training facilities and programs.
World Gym officially launched its HTZ-certified venue at its Taipei Minsheng location, making it the only HTZ in Taipei and one of only four certified HYROX flagship training centers in the Asia-Pacific region.
The dedicated 7,500 square foot training zone is equipped with the standard HYROX training stations, including rowing machines, SkiErgs, sleds, medicine balls and other equipment. Combined with professional coaching resources, the dedicated training environment and equipment enable members to train in a simulated HYROX racing environment to better prepare for the event.
Phase I investment of over NT$80 Million to bring HYROX training and equipment to 140+ locations in Taiwan
John Caraccio, Chairman, President, World Gym Corporation, said that in the first phase of the initiative, the company has invested more than NT$80 million in dedicated equipment and the renovation of training facilities across Taiwan. He added that the ultimate goal is for members to build confidence to compete and have fun at the high energy global event which is HYROX.
“HYROX is a spectacle that we want our members to be able to join and remember for the rest of their lives,” said Caraccio. In addition to the HTZ venue officially launched today, a total of 24 HYROX Training Clubs (HTCs) have completed their hardware upgrades, enabling World Gym to rapidly establish a comprehensive HYROX training network for its 500,000 members in Taiwan.
World Gym to Subsidize 50% of Race Ticket Costs for its Coaching Staff
In addition to providing members with more comprehensive HYROX training resources, World Gym is also encouraging its frontline professional coaches to participate in the international fitness competition.
At the launch event, Caraccio further announced that World Gym will subsidize 50% of the ticket cost for its full time personal trainers who elect to participate in the 2027 HYROX Taipei race in March.
The initiative is designed to help coaches gain a firsthand understanding of HYROX competition requirements and training methodologies while encouraging them to train alongside their clientele for the upcoming 2027 HYROX race.
HYROX Training Courses Available at World Gym
To assist members in preparing for the March event, the company has introduced professional HYROX training courses which include:
- World Gym co-branded apparel
- 48-hour priority ticket access to the 2027 HYROX Taipei race
- PFT fitness assessment
- HYROX MINI RACE participation qualification
Led by professional coaches, the program is designed to help both members and non-members progressively advance from fundamental training to more challenging functional fitness training.
The program starts with the PFT fitness assessment, enabling members who plan to participate in HYROX to more quickly identify an appropriate challenge level and establish suitable training goals. Next, individualized coaching sessions with a certified trainer on form, safety and performance, allows members to build both ability and confidence. Program participants shall also be invited to take part in a series of island wide HTC MINI RACE events from January to February 2027, with awards for the top racers within the World Gym community. The events also give members a chance to test their stamina prior to the official HYROX event in March.
Through its partnership with HYROX, World Gym is transforming the HYROX concept into an accessible muscular endurance and functional training challenge within the gym environment, creating a new fitness and sports ecosystem in Taiwan.
World Gym Corporation is Taiwan’s largest fitness chain, operating 140 locations. In 2024, it acquired World Gym International, securing the iconic World Gym brand and global operating rights, establishing itself as a global fitness leader. With a franchise network spanning 10 countries and 296 locations, it serves over 1 million members. The company continues to empower individuals worldwide to achieve their fitness goals and live healthier lives through state-of-the-art facilities, innovative programs, and technology-driven solutions.
HYROX is a global ecosystem of events, training, and coaching designed to inspire and impact 100 million lives. Built around a unique race format of 8 x 1 km runs and 8 workout stations, HYROX has established the gold standard in fitness competition and is driving toward Olympic recognition. By connecting the world’s gym communities through the transformative power of training and competition, HYROX is the cultural heartbeat of fitness.