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Merrithew® honored with IDEA Gratitude Award



Toronto, ON,  – The IDEA Health and Fitness Association recognized Merrithew® with the Gratitude Award at the 2017 IDEA World Fitness Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada on July 21, 2017.

Lindsay G. Merrithew, President & CEO, was on hand to receive the award. “I’d like to thank the team at Merrithew and the entire Merrithew community of partners, training centers and Instructors for their hard work and dedication,” he said. “Moira and I owe a great debt of gratitude to each and every one of you.”

IDEA co-founders, Peter and Kathie Davis, presented the award at this year’s IDEA World Fitness Convention as part of the association’s 35th anniversary celebration. Merrithew’s partnership with IDEA, a global organization dedicated to supporting fitness and wellness professionals in improving people’s health, has spanned two decades.

“Merrithew has been one of our elite partners for over 20 years,” said Peter Davis. “Lindsay and Moira Merrithew have been pioneers in our community and have always been there for IDEA. They’re exceptional individuals and we have developed a really wonderful relationship with them both.”

Lindsay Merrithew noted that Merrithew’s ongoing collaboration with IDEA has been a cornerstone of Merrithew’s success and growth. “It’s been incredible what we’ve been able to achieve together,” said Lindsay Merrithew “and we would like thank Peter, Kathie and the entire IDEA organization.”


About Merrithew®

Merrithew® is the global leader in mind-body education and equipment. Founded in 1988, the company has trained more than 80,000 instructors and partners worldwide, developed six innovative education programs— STOTT PILATES®, ZEN•GA®, Total Barre®, Halo® Training, Merrithew Fascial Movement and CORE Athletic Conditioning & Performance Training— and has produced an extensive line of professional and at-home equipment and accessories for personal and professional use.

In 2020, Merrithew launched Merrithew Connect, a video streaming platform featuring new and signature Pilates, fitness and mind-body workouts and training from its internationally-recognized team of presenters.

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