1st U.S. Gymshark Store Opens At Roosevelt Field Mall

GARDEN CITY, NY – British athleticwear brand, Gymshark, opened its first U.S. store at Roosevelt Field Mall on Oct. 11.

Gymgoers joined in line, some as early as the night before, to check out the new store and in hopes of winning free items at the grand opening.

Hannah Mercer, general manager of wholesale and retail at Gymshark, reflected on the opening: “The community really showed up for us,” Mercer said, adding that the spirit of the crowds was energizing.

Julia Yam, 18, said she didn’t arrive in time for the giveaway, but was chosen to partake in a push-up contest while she waited in line. Although Yam said she doesn’t go to the gym that often, hearing about a new store pop up in the mall she works at, sparked her interest.

“I love shopping and I go to Roosevelt Field Mall about three times a week,” Yam said. “It makes perfect sense to have a Gymshark here. It’s one of the top malls in the U.S.”

Mercer said New York has become Gymshark’s North American home, and Gymshark’s headquarters are in New York.

“Gymshark is the very definition of a community brand," Mercer said. “And what really stood out about Long Island was that overwhelming sense of community and family. As soon as we felt that, it became an absolute no-brainer.”

Rana Gilanshah, 24, said she took two modes of transportation to make it, and met up with a friend who drove 2 hours. She said she enjoys fitness events and meeting new people.

“I am a huge gym person,” Gilanshah said. “Gymshark is a very community-based brand. I even made some new friends at the event.”

Mercer said that Gymshark is all about helping everyone on their fitness journey.

“Whether it be training for a marathon or doing your first ever deadlift,” Mercer said. “If we are able to help anyone overcome their barriers to fitness with our presence here, then we are all for it.”

Mercer said the store will act as the blueprint for the possibility of future U.S. store openings.

“This store at Roosevelt Field will be the model for all future endeavors in malls and commercial centers to create the best shopping experience possible for our community,” Mercer said.