Leisure Centers Global Market Report 2025

The leisure centers market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $41.29 billion in 2024 to $44.44 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.6%. The growth in the historic period is driven by rising urban population, increasing disposable income, growing health awareness, expansion of fitness culture, and government initiatives for public recreation.

The leisure centers market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $60.31 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be connected to the integration of digital fitness solutions, the adoption of eco friendly and sustainable facilities, rising demand for personalized wellness programs, technological innovations in virtual and augmented reality experiences, increasing popularity of multi functional leisure centers. Major trends in the forecast period include integration of virtual reality and augmented reality experiences, adoption of smart fitness and wellness technologies, expansion of eco friendly and sustainable facility designs, incorporation of AI driven personalized health and fitness programs, and rise of hybrid leisure centers combining entertainment, fitness, and co working spaces.

The increasing sports tourism is expected to support the growth of the leisure centers market going forward. Sports tourism refers to traveling to various locations to participate in, watch, or experience sports events and related recreational activities, often combining leisure with athletic interests. Sports tourism is increasing as more people travel to attend live sporting events, combining their enthusiasm for sports with leisure and cultural experiences. Sports tourism supports leisure centers by attracting large numbers of visitors who, in addition to attending sporting events, seek recreational, fitness, and wellness activities, thereby boosting demand, revenue, and overall market growth. For instance, in July 2025, according to the Department for Culture, Media and Sport and the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, United Kingdom-based government organizations, between April 2024 and March 2025, 30 percent of adults attended live sports events in person, with men’s football being the most popular at 61 percent participation, followed by rugby (19 percent), cricket (18 percent), and other sports (18 percent), indicating a strong overall preference for football. Therefore, the increasing sports tourism is supporting the growth of the leisure centers market.

Leading companies in the leisure centers market are emphasizing technological innovation, such as tech-powered venues, to enhance real-time monitoring, boost operational efficiency, and improve overall safety and user experience. Tech-powered venues refer to facilities integrated with advanced digital technologies, automation, and smart systems designed to optimize safety, performance, and engagement. For example, in May 2025, Shott Amusement Limited, an India-based entertainment and leisure enterprise, launched its new flagship center at Nesco, Mumbai. Spanning 25,000 sq. ft. across two levels, the tech-powered venue delivers premium recreational offerings such as VIP bowling lanes, advanced laser tag, immersive virtual reality experiences, and arcade gaming. The center also includes curated dining options and flexible banqueting areas, establishing it as a premier all-in-one destination for entertainment and leisure experiences.

In June 2025, TenCate Grass Holding B.V., a Netherlands-based vertically integrated artificial turf systems company, acquired Sports & Leisure Group N.V. for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, TenCate Grass Holding B.V. seeks to enhance its global footprint and reinforce its leadership position in the artificial turf industry. Sports & Leisure Group N.V. is a Belgium-based company that operates sports facilities, including leisure centers.

Major players operating in the Leisure Centers market are 24 Hour Fitness USA, Inc., LA Fitness International LLC, Planet Fitness, Inc., Bourne Leisure, Invited (formerly ClubCorp), Gold's Gym, Anytime Fitness, LLC, Nuffield Health, Virgin Active Limited, David Lloyd Leisure Ltd., Equinox Holdings, Inc., The Gym Group plc, YMCA (Young Men's Christian Association), INOX Leisure Limited, Life Time, Inc., Fitness First Group Ltd., Bannatyne Group, Snap Fitness, Inc., Castle Leisure, Swansea, Town Sports International Holdings, Inc., Fairfield Leisure Centre, Birtley Leisure Centre, Kallang Leisure Centre, Olympiad Leisure Centers, GoodLife Fitness Centres Inc., Blaydon Leisure Centre, Lakeside Leisure Centre, Deeside, Go Ape, Walt Disney Parks & Hotels, Merlin Entertainments.

North America was the largest region in the leisure centers market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the leisure centers market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The sudden escalation of U.S. tariffs and the consequent trade frictions in spring 2025 are severely impacting the recreation sector, particularly in the supply of imported sports equipment, outdoor gear, and leisure products. Manufacturers and retailers are facing higher costs for items such as bicycles, camping gear, fitness machines, and gaming consoles, much of which are sourced from overseas with limited domestic alternatives. Small businesses operating in the recreational retail space are especially affected, with some reducing inventory or increasing prices to offset margin pressure. Event organizers and recreational facilities are also facing cost hikes for imported equipment and infrastructure materials. In response, the industry is exploring alternative sourcing from tariff-free regions, increasing reliance on local suppliers, and urging policymakers to consider exemptions for non-essential but widely used recreational products.

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Leisure centers are spacious, well-equipped facilities that provide people of all ages with opportunities to engage in enjoyable, restorative, and interactive activities that promote physical health, mental well-being, and social connection in a supportive environment. They serve as spaces designed to encourage physical activity, relaxation, and social interaction in a safe and welcoming setting.

The key service types of leisure centers include fitness and wellness, sports and recreation, entertainment and leisure, and others. Fitness and wellness services aim to enhance physical and mental health through activities such as gym workouts, yoga, meditation, and wellness programs. The facility types are categorized as indoor and outdoor, with various behavioral factors including usage frequency, activity type, and motivation. Revenue sources include membership fees, pay-per-use, sponsorships, and others, catering to multiple age groups such as children, teenagers, adults, and seniors.

The countries covered in the leisure centers market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The leisure centers market includes revenues earned by entities by providing services such as group classes, yoga and meditation sessions, adventure activities, nutrition and lifestyle counseling, and outdoor excursions. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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