The iconic World Gym brand was founded in 1976 by Joe Gold during the glory days of “Muscle Beach” in Venice, CA. Joe was one of the original ringleaders of Muscle Beach. In his prime, he toured with Mae West, and was at the heart of the cozy connection that has always existed between the Muscle Beach fitness scene and the celebrity of Hollywood. Joe blazed a trail followed later by the likes of Arnold Schwarzenegger, Lou Ferrigno, and Dave Draper to name just a few – all of whom had significant Hollywood careers and an intimate connection to and love for World Gym. He truly was the father of the bodybuilding and fitness revolution. From its legendary beginnings in Muscle Beach, World Gym has evolved into an internationally-recognized brand that has captured the imagination and loyalty of fitness enthusiasts around the globe. Given its storied past, it is no surprise that World Gym is one of the most celebrated fitness brands in the world today. World Gym, with its global headquarters in sunny southern California, currently has over 215 locations across 22 countries and 6 continents...and counting. Plans include further expansion of the global gym network and the opening of strategically-located flagship gyms.