The professional Association for 7,800 club management professionals, and 40+ active chapters. Promoting Professionalism, Education, and Leadership. Founded in 1927, the Club Management Association of America is the largest professional association for managers of membership clubs with 6,800 members throughout the US and internationally. Our members contribute to the success of more than 2,500 clubs. THE MISSION OF CLUB SPA & FITNESS ASSOCIATION, INC. IS TO SET BEST PRACTICES AND MAINTAIN SUPERIOR STANDARDS AND ETHICS FOR FITNESS, SPA, AND WELLNESS PROFESSIONALS IN THE PRIVATE CLUB SECTOR. TO ACCOMPLISH THIS WE ADHERE TO THE FOLLOWING OBJECTIVES:1. PROVIDE OUR MEMBERS WITH THE RESOURCES AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR EDUCATIONAL GROWTH. 2. WORK WITH COLLEGES, UNIVERSITIES, AND OTHER NATIONAL CERTIFYING ENTITIES FOR FITNESS AND SPA IN DEVELOPING CURRICULUMS FOR ACCREDITATION. 3. ASSIST MEMBERS WITH CAREER DEVELOPMENT AND JOB PLACEMENT OPPORTUNITIES. 4. PROVIDE COUNTRY CLUB MANAGEMENT WITH HIGHLY QUALIFIED FITNESS, SPA AND WELLNESS PROFESSIONALS. 5. SERVE AS A RESOURCE CENTER FOR CURRENTLY TRENDS, QUALITY PROGRAMMING AND PRODUCTS. 6. ENCOURAGE HIGH ETHICAL STANDARDS IN WORKING WITH CLIENTS, CLUB MANAGEMENT, SUPPLIERS, ORGANIZATION MEMBERS AND OTHERS.