NORWALK, Conn.--01 October 2010-- GE Capital, Corporate Finance today announced it is agent for a $40 million cash flow revolving credit facility to Planet Fitness, a leading fitness center owner, operator and franchisor. The financing will be used for working and growth capital and the facility may be increased to $50 million under certain conditions. GE Capital Markets served as sole lead arranger.
Founded in 1992, Newington, NH-based Planet Fitness has more than 350 locations in 38 states with over 2 million members. Focusing on the needs of occasional or first-time health club members, Planet Fitness gyms include cardio and strength training equipment and group fitness instruction at a low monthly cost.
"Because of GE Capital's deep domain expertise, they're smart about loan underwriting and willing to make significant financial commitments to growth businesses," said Jayne Conway, chief financial officer of Planet Fitness. "This provides us with the liquidity and flexibility we need both for our day-to-day operations and to foster our growth plans."
"Providing capital to rapidly growing companies is one of our specialties," said Tom Quindlen, president and chief executive officer of GE Capital, Corporate Finance. "This means working closely with clients to fully understand their needs, and then finding and delivering the right solution."
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