Planet Fitness has inked a new lease for BRP Companies and The Prusik Group’s One West End development. The gym, which currently operates on-site, will continue to operate throughout Phase 1 construction for the mixed-use development and plans to relocate to a 20,000-square-foot newly constructed space in the development in 2029, according to a release.
BRP Companies and The Prusik Group announced their acquisition of the Mall West End property in 2024, revealing plans to redevelop it into a new mixed-use destination One West End.
“Planet Fitness’ continued commitment to One West End sets a strong precedent for the property’s transformation,” Meredith Marshall, co-founder and managing partner of BRP Companies, said in the release. “This lease reflects our commitment to supporting legacy tenants while building a vibrant, inclusive, mixed-use destination that strengthens and celebrates the West End community.”
Flynn Fitness Group operates the West End location of Planet Fitness. The new space will offer a new gym layout, as well as additional amenities and pieces of strength equipment.
“We have proudly been a part of the West End Community since 2018, and have seen amazing change and growth in the area,” Stanley DeMartinis, Jr., Flynn Fitness Group president, said in the release. “We are excited to be the first business to renew our lease and continue offering an affordable health and wellness experience to our neighbors at One West End, with major enhancements coming once the new spot is open.”
Planet Fitness launched in Dover in 1992. As of September, the gym franchise had about 20.7 million members and 2,795 clubs across the U.S., Puerto Rico, Canada, Panama, Mexico, Australia and Spain.
Legacy tenants at the Mall West End such as Planet Fitness have been given the opportunity to take a space within the forthcoming development. Ultimately, the development will offer 900 mixed-income residences and 125,000 square feet of retail space including a grocery store, boutiques and dining options.
