RACINE - A local fitness center, ShapeXpress for Women, has closed after three years in business.

Saturday was the last day for the local franchise of the Tulsa, Okla.-based franchise owned by Art and Diane Hansen. They said they closed the doors at 4915 Washington Ave. after trying "everything they could think of to keep it open."

Diane called the closing "one of the toughest things we've ever done."

ShapeXpress offered 30-minute circuit training that combined aerobic and strength training exercise at 12 strength-training stations, 14 aerobic stations and light free weights.

Art Hansen, a former Miller Brewing employee, said the membership numbers never got high enough for the business to succeed.

The Hansens said they have called members and stopped all membership billings in early December. Anyone who signed up for an annual prepaid membership will receive a letter in January that will outline the method for requesting a refund, Art said in a news release.

All of the club's equipment and furnishings are for sale, and most will be posted on eBay this week.