713940 - Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers

Introduction

Are you exploring government contracting opportunities or simply seeking detailed information about the fitness industry classification? NAICS code 713940 is your go-to designation for businesses operating in the dynamic world of Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers. This code plays a critical role in identifying establishments dedicated to promoting health, wellness, and sports through varied physical fitness activities. Whether you're a gym owner, health club operator, or a recreational sports facility manager, understanding NAICS 713940 can unlock new business and contracting prospects.

What is NAICS Code 713940?

NAICS code 713940 defines an industry primarily engaged in the operation of fitness and recreational sports facilities. This includes establishments such as gyms, health clubs, aerobics centers, and other sports venues. These facilities offer the public access to a variety of fitness programs, exercise classes, and sports activities designed to improve physical health and wellbeing.

Key Description:

• Establishments under this code provide physical fitness activities and sports programs.
• Includes both membership-based clubs and pay-as-you-go recreational centers.

Sector Overview: Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation

NAICS 713940 falls within the broader Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation sector, emphasizing not only physical wellness but also recreational enjoyment and lifestyle enrichment. The industry's focus is on promoting active living through accessible, community-oriented sports and fitness services.

Typical Business Activities Under NAICS 713940

Businesses classified under this NAICS code often engage in such activities as:

• Operating health clubs and gymnasiums
• Running recreational sports centers offering facilities like racquetball, tennis courts, and swimming pools
• Providing specialty fitness services such as yoga, Pilates, aerobics, and bodybuilding studios
• Managing ice skating or roller skating rinks
• Offering fitness spas and health studios without accommodations

Size Standards for NAICS Code 713940

To qualify as a small business under this NAICS code, an establishment must have an average annual revenue of $17.5 million dollars or less. This size standard is crucial for businesses looking to participate in federal government contracting programs or secure small business certifications.

Examples of Businesses Covered by NAICS 713940

• Health Clubs providing weight training, cardio equipment, and group fitness classes
• Gymnasiums offering indoor courts for basketball, volleyball, and other sports
• Recreational Sports Centers with facilities for tennis, swimming, skating, and racquetball
• Aerobic Dance Centers and Bodybuilding Studios
• Yoga and Pilates Fitness Studios

Detailed Code Breakdown

Facility or Activity Type	Description
Aerobic dance and exercise centers	Facilities offering aerobics and dance exercises
Athletic club facilities	Clubs with multiple physical fitness amenities
Bodybuilding studios	Centers focused on bodybuilding and strength
Dance centers, aerobic	Specialized in aerobic dance workouts
Exercise centers	General fitness centers with various classes
Fitness centers and salons	Broad-spectrum gyms and personal care studios
Fitness spas without accommodations	Wellness centers without lodging services
Gymnasiums, gyms	Indoor sports and fitness spaces
Handball club facilities	Courts and clubs specialized for handball
Health club facilities	Membership-based fitness centers
Health spas without accommodations	Health-focused spas excluding overnight stays
Health studios	Studios focused on physical fitness
Ice skating rinks	Indoor/outdoor arenas for ice skating
Physical fitness centers/facilities/studios	General to specialized fitness venues
Pilates fitness studios or centers	Studios exclusively offering Pilates workouts
Racquetball club facilities	Clubs with racquetball courts
Recreational sports club facilities	Multi-sport recreational centers
Rinks, ice or roller skating	Venues for ice or roller skating
Roller skating rinks	Dedicated roller skating venues
Spas without accommodations, fitness	Fitness-focused spa services
Sports club facilities	Clubs catering to various sports
Squash club facilities	Facilities focused on squash courts
Strength development centers	Gyms emphasizing strength training
Swimming pools	Public or private pools for fitness and recreation
Tennis club facilities	Clubs and courts for tennis
Tennis courts	Outdoor or indoor tennis playing surfaces
Wave pools	Pools generating artificial waves
Weight training centers	Centers mainly for weightlifting
Yoga fitness studios or centers	Studios specializing in yoga classes

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What types of businesses fall under NAICS 713940?

Businesses such as health clubs, gymnasiums, recreational sports centers, aerobic studios, and fitness spas without accommodations fall under this category.

How can I determine if my business qualifies as small under NAICS 713940?

Your business qualifies as small if your average annual revenue does not exceed $17.5 million.

Is this NAICS code applicable to businesses offering youth sports training?

Yes, if the facility operates as a recreational sports center or fitness facility, youth sports training can fall under this code.

Does NAICS 713940 include outdoor fitness facilities?

Primarily, this code covers establishments operating physical facilities; outdoor fitness activities might be included if they are part of a physical center's offerings.

Can a yoga studio be classified under NAICS 713940?

Yes, yoga fitness studios or centers are explicitly included within this code.

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Fitness and recreational sports centers play a vital role in our communities by promoting health, wellness, and active lifestyles. Understanding NAICS code 713940 helps business owners, contractors, and investors navigate government contracting opportunities and industry standards effectively. Whether you run a local gym, an upscale health club, or a multi-sport recreational complex, this NAICS classification is key to defining and growing your business within the vibrant fitness sector.