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Posted: May 13, 2026

Katz’s Maerovitz and Solomon sign pro Body Tech Empire Gym and Miami Children Pediatric Services to University Shoppes

Miami, FL University Shoppes is 100% leased, with two new tenants coming to the center:

• Pro Body Tech Empire Gym (11,591 s/f; replacing YouFit) – slated to open in November 2026

• Miami Children Pediatric Services (2,802 s/f) - slated to open in September 2026

Katz & Associates’ Karen Maerovitz, senior director, and Daniel Solomon, CCIM, principal represented the landlord in these leases, and Marlen Cruz of Cruz Commercial Realty represented the gym. These join retailers at University Shoppes, including Starbucks, Walgreens, Dollar Tree, Florida New Vision Inc, Metro by Mobile, Davita, Citrus Family Care Network, and CanoHealth. University Shoppes is located across from FIU and close to Publix.

Maerovitz and Solomon said, “We’re excited to welcome Pro Body Tech Empire Gym and Miami Children Pediatric Services to University Shoppes in Miami, bringing the center to full occupancy. These providers are an excellent addition to the center’s retail mix, joining tenants such as Starbucks and Walgreens, with Publix nearby, and further enhancing the shopping experience for area residents, as well as the students and faculty at FIU directly across the street.”

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