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Why Did Clovis Shut Down Planet Fitness?
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By David Taub, Senior Reporter
Published 1 hour ago on
March 23, 2026

The Planet Fitness in Clovis is closed because of structural problems with the entryway. (GV Wire/David Taub)

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Planet Fitness may have a “judgement free zone” (the misspelling is part of the brand). But the city of Clovis has judged the gym franchise closed until further notice.

The gym in the shopping center at Shaw and Clovis avenues (634 Shaw Ave.) has been closed since March 17 because of a structural problem with the entryway.

“The city’s Building Division inspected the property and posted a notice that it is not safe to occupy. The covered front entry area appears to be pulling away from the building. A temporary safety fence has been installed around the property. The city is working with the property owner to make the needed corrections. The building is closed until the issues are resolved,” Chad McCollum with the city of Clovis said.

A notice in front of the Clovis Planet Fitness, seen Monday, March 23, 2026. (GV Wire/David Taub)

Members Can Work Out at Planet Fitness Locations

A chain-link fence blocks the front of the gym. As of Monday morning, any structural damage was not immediately noticeable. No construction crews were on site.

“The health and safety of our members and team members is a top priority at Planet Fitness. The franchise group is working diligently with its landlord and vendors on necessary repairs and plans to reopen as quickly as possible. All members are invited to work out at nearby locations during the temporary closure, regardless of membership type,” Planet Fitness spokesperson Heather Pearson said.

The same statement appears on signs posted along the fence.

There is no timetable for how long it will take to make the repairs.

Planet Fitness has four other locations in Fresno, plus gyms in Madera and Reedley. A regular membership allows the use of just one main gym, although that is waived for now.

Property records show Solano Beach-based Hinds Investments LP owns the property, managed by its affiliate Daytom Enterprises, Inc. A message to the companies went unreturned.

A notice in front of the Clovis Planet Fitness, seen March 23, 2026. (GV Wire/David Taub)
A list of Fresno-area Planet Fitness locations. (GV Wire Composite)

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David Taub,
Senior Reporter
Curiosity drives David Taub. The award-winning journalist might be shy, but feels mighty with a recorder in his hand. He doesn't see it his job to "hold public officials accountable," but does see it to provide readers (and voters) the information needed to make intelligent choices. Taub has been honored with several writing awards from the California News Publishers Association. He's just happy to have his stories read. Joining GV Wire in 2016, Taub covers politics, government and elections, mainly in the Fresno/Clovis area. He also writes columns about local eateries (Appetite for Fresno), pro wrestling (Off the Bottom Rope), and media (Media Man). Prior to joining the online news source, Taub worked as a radio producer for KMJ and PowerTalk 96.7 in Fresno. He also worked as an assignment editor for KCOY-TV in Santa Maria, California, and KSEE-TV in Fresno. He has also worked behind the scenes for several sports broadcasts, including the NCAA basketball tournament, and the Super Bowl. When not spending time with his family, Taub loves to officially score Fresno Grizzlies games. Growing up in the San Francisco Bay Area, Taub is a die-hard Giants and 49ers fan. He graduated from the University of Michigan with dual degrees in communications and political science. Go Blue! You can contact David at 559-492-4037 or at Send an Email

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