By Alayna Alverez, Axios Denver

“Denver’s city-run rec centers will slowly reopen this spring, with a few gyms scheduled to come back online May 3, a spokesperson tells Axios.

By the numbers: Denver Recreation Centers saw a revenue loss of about $8.5 million last year due to COVID closures.

  • More than 9,500 members chose to credit their accounts, totaling about $1.2 million.
  • Another 1,800+ requested refunds, worth about $271,000.
  • And 262 sweet souls donated their membership fees, generating roughly $39,000.

What they’re saying: Although city officials project a $1 million revenue loss in 2021, the fitness industry as a whole remains hopeful.”

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