The overview

Founded in 2019, the business utilizes artificial intelligence, augmented reality, gamification, motion tracking and personalized audio to provide a boutique fitness experience, Raheel Suria, managing partner at Verge Fit Holdings, said in an email. Verge Fit Holdings is the Houston-based investment group behind the Katy location.

The details

Lumin Fitness Cinco Ranch will offer 40-minute group fitness classes in studios with wall-to-wall screens that create an interactive environment, Suria said.

Classes are led by an AI trainer who take members through high intensity functional training, which focuses on mobility, and aerobic, muscular and motor fitness, Suria said. Meanwhile, an in-person coach supports and provides members additional feedback as needed.

Quote of note

“Lumin is expanding to Katy to meet the community’s growing demand for innovative, engaging fitness experiences that go beyond the standard gym environment,” Suria said. “Lumin’s AI-powered, immersive approach and science-backed fitness programming are a perfect fit for the area’s active, health-conscious lifestyle. We aim to become an integral part of the Katy-Cinco Ranch community and help individuals at all fitness levels reach their goals.”

What else?

Verge Fit Holdings was founded by Suria, Syed Shah, Jawad Rawra, Malik Kheraj and Ali Lakhany, who operate nearly 200 franchise locations of varying businesses across the U.S., Suria said.

The Cinco Ranch location is the first of 13 planned for Texas from Verge Fit Holdings, according to a company news release on PR Newswire. Studios are planned for the Austin, Houston and Dallas areas.

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