World Active is an initiative meant to set up an open and transparent platform for the fitness and physical activity sector, in line with its mission to get “more people, more active, more often” and its vision to be the worldwide representative voice of the fitness and physical activity sector.
World Active
The worldwide representative voice of the fitness and physical activity sector,
working for a physically active, healthier world.
more people | more active | more often
+8k Happy Members
What is World Active?
- Connecting global fitness organisations
- Representing the industry worldwide
- Advancing physical activity and public health
Why was it formed
Global Collaboration
Many trade associations and professional registers from across the world identified the need to establish a worldwide forum to start collaborating more closely — and that sparked the formation of World Active.
Inclusive Global Platform
We work collaboratively and based on inclusivity — all countries and regions are welcome to join. World Active provides a global platform for organizations to connect, collaborate, and strengthen the fitness and physical activity sector worldwide.
Public Health Impact
World Active aims to offer a voice for the industry and enhance collaboration with the World Health Organisation.
By working together with global health organizations, World Active supports initiatives that encourage physical activity and help create a healthier world.
How to get involved
Anyone can support our work, with formal membership being reserved to non-non-profit industry bodies and registers (national or continental) from the exercise and physical activity sector. Members vote at AGMs, and elect the board of World Active.
Affiliates such as subject matter experts can also be a part of World Active, as can commercial industry stakeholders by being a ‘supporter’.
Why join World Active?
Join World Active to have a strong, credible voice on the global stage—working alongside the World Health Organization to elevate exercise as a driver of longevity and quality of life.
Our mission—more people, more active, more often—benefits everyone in the sector, from consumers to operators. By joining World Active, you position your organization at the forefront of a movement transforming global health and well-being.
Whether you are an established entity or in a new organisation that is resource constrained, membership gives you access to collective expertise, shared resources, and the opportunity to contribute to combating inactivity and lifestyle diseases worldwide. Join a forward-thinking alliance dedicated to advancing our industry and building a healthier, more active world.
Join World Active as a Not-for-Profit Associate/Registrar Member
Become a member for just 500 Euros in your first year and join a global initiative dedicated to the advancement of the fitness and wellness sector.
Membership includes:
- Be part of the global conversation
- Participation in the World Active Summit
- Voting rights
- A seat on working groups
- Collaboration with leading associations worldwide
Your membership empowers you to shape the sector’s future and ensures your voice is heard in decisions that matter most.
Join as a Supporting Member
Support World Active’s mission with a financial contribution (minimum of 500 Euros). As a donating supporter, you help fund key initiatives, enable participation in the World Active Summit, and connect with associations globally. While supporters do not have voting rights, your contribution is vital to amplifying our collective impact and driving the sector’s continued growth.
Anyone is invited to follow World Active’s social media channels and our News/Blog.
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Membership & Joining
Key criteria for Membership:
- Non-for-Profit industry Associations within exercise and physical activity OR
- Professional Registers within the exercise and physical activity sector
For the above, organizations can be national or continental.
Supporters (Non-Members):
- Organizations and individuals that do not meet membership criteria but support the work of World Active can join as a supporter.
- Supporters can be suppliers, commercial industry stakeholders, or experts (academics, scientists etc).
If you’re eligible and interested in joining, please complete this form to tell us more about your organization. Any questions can be directed to thesecretariat@world-active.com.
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