Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue increased by 18.3% to $706 million, driven by a 17.9% increase in membership dues and enrollment fees and an 18.7% increase in in-center revenue [5][10] - Net income rose by 206% to $76.1 million, while adjusted net income increased by 189% to $88.1 million [10] - Adjusted EBITDA grew by 31.2% to $191.6 million, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 27.1%, up 260 basis points year-over-year [10][11] - Net cash provided by operating activities increased by approximately 103% to $184 million compared to the same quarter last year [11] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Comparable center revenue increased by 12.9%, up from 11.1% in the prior year period, attributed to higher membership dues and strong performance in in-center businesses [6][10] - Average monthly dues grew by 11.8% year-over-year to $208, with average revenue per center membership increasing by 13.3% to $844 [9][10] - Memberships increased by 3% year-over-year, ending the quarter with over 826,000 memberships, and total memberships, including on-hold memberships, reached approximately 880,000 [8][9] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company continues to see strong revenue growth in clubs opened within the last twelve months, which are outperforming anticipated revenue plans [5] - Visits in comparable centers increased by 4.7% compared to the first quarter of last year, indicating higher member engagement [14] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company raised its guidance for comparable center revenue growth to between 8.5% and 9.5% for the full year, reflecting confidence in long-term revenue growth targets [8][10] - The focus remains on maintaining a strong balance sheet and positive free cash flow while growing the business, with plans to open 10 to 12 clubs per year [14][15] - The company is also expanding into three additional growth areas, including LT Digital, which has over 2 million subscribers, and Miura [15] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the strong performance in the first quarter but acknowledged macroeconomic uncertainties, leading to a modest increase in revenue and adjusted EBITDA guidance [13][14] - The company is monitoring customer behavior closely, noting that while retention rates are high, new member sign-ups may be slightly softer due to economic conditions [41][62] Other Important Information - The company has signed a letter of intent for a sale-leaseback of three properties for approximately $150 million, expected to close in the second quarter [11] - Management indicated that tariff exposure is minimal, with no significant impact expected from current tariff policies [12][45] Q&A Session Summary Question: How broad now how many clubs have wait lists? - Management confirmed that many clubs are using waitlists to manage capacity and ensure member experience, focusing on full dues-paying customers [18][20] Question: What's the organization's capacity to open more clubs? - Management stated that while they plan to open 10 to 12 clubs, they have the capacity to do more if economic conditions allow [24][26] Question: How is pricing strategy evolving? - Management confirmed that no significant legacy price increases were taken in Q1, with plans to implement them in Q2 [31][34] Question: How is member activity as the pool season approaches? - Management indicated it is too early to assess member activity for the pool season, but in-center performance remains strong [37] Question: What is the impact of macroeconomic conditions on membership? - Management noted that while there is some customer hesitance in joining, it is a small part of the overall business and retention remains strong [42][64] Question: How is LT Health performing? - Management reported significant growth in LT Health, with a 40% month-over-month increase in March, and plans for continued expansion [87][90]