SLT Sues Lagree Fitness Over Equipment Contracts
The fitness chain seeks $50 million in damages, alleging that its equipment supplier breached long-standing licensing agreements.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Body Building
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In October 2026, fitness studio chain SLT filed a federal lawsuit against equipment manufacturer Lagree Fitness seeking at least $50 million. The dispute centers on alleged breaches of licensing agreements involving specialized workout machines used in the chain's studios.
Why it matters
The litigation highlights the critical dependence of specialized fitness franchises on proprietary equipment supply chains. For individuals who attend these 50-minute high-intensity classes, the outcome could influence future studio expansion and equipment availability.
The lawsuit, filed as an official complaint in California federal court, outlines a breach of contract regarding the supply and licensing of equipment. It remains unknown how the court will rule on the disputed allegations concerning supply chain management.
The players
SLT
A fitness studio chain that operates more than 20 locations across five states and specializes in high-intensity, 50-minute workout sessions.
Lagree Fitness
A fitness equipment manufacturer that designs and supplies the Megaformer machines used in resistance-based training programs.
The details
SLT alleges that Lagree Fitness leveraged equipment shortages to gain leverage over their operational agreements. Specifically, the complaint claims that the manufacturer refused to supply new Megaformers unless the studio chain relinquished exclusivity rights in the New York City market. The studio chain maintains that these actions constitute a violation of licensing agreements originally established in 2011.
Timeline
2011: Licensing agreements began between SLT and Lagree Fitness.
October 2026: SLT filed a lawsuit against Lagree Fitness.
Health Landscape
The dispute centers on the 2011 licensing agreements between SLT and Lagree Fitness. This legal action marks a formal departure from their long-standing business relationship regarding the equipment fundamental to the specialized training methodology.
If you attend these 50-minute sessions, there is no immediate change to your current class routine or safety. Monitor future updates from your local studio to see if equipment availability or studio expansion plans are impacted by the ongoing legal proceedings.
The takeaway
The $50 million lawsuit underscores how supply chain stability and contract terms can influence the availability of specialized fitness services. Readers are encouraged to continue focusing on their personal fitness goals while monitoring local studio announcements for any shifts in programming or equipment access.
Further reading
For more on the industry standards guiding these fitness programs, see our Body Building coverage.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Inc..
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