The largest privately-owned health club operator in the U.S. has added a second St. Tammany Parish location to its portfolio, purchasing the popular Pelican Athletic Club in Mandeville.

Genesis Health Club s, based in Wichita, Kansas, took over the Mandeville club on Aug. 28. It is now called Genesis Health Clubs — Pelican Athletic Club.

Genesis declined to disclosed the sale price.

Paul Hansen, who heads Genesis’ Culture and Brand Department, said by email that the rates at the Mandeville club will remain the same.

“Genesis leadership will also review PAC to identify opportunities to enhance the member experience, while preserving the traditions and strengths that have made the club special,” Hansen’s email said.

Pelican Athletic Club, often known as “PAC,” opened in 1996 and for ye

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