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Bristol news

Global publishing outfit, Leisure Media, has announced details of its new annual conference for decision-makers
Disturbing new research has found BMI completely fails as an accurate measure of obesity in
Wake the Tiger, the Bristol-based immersive art experience, is set to open its 1,000sq m
Luxury French beauty brand Lancôme has entered the Latin American spa market with a new
Fast-growing functional training franchise The Shredquarters has reached the 10-site milestone with the opening of
Easton Leisure Centre in the UK has announced a 100 per cent reduction in heating
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Wake The Tiger - described as the world's first 'amazement park' - has opened its
UK hotel collection Daniel Thwaites has refreshed spa menus at select properties thanks to a
The winners of the 13th annual Good Spa Guide Awards were announced last night (20
A new urban wellness sanctuary has opened in the heart of Florence, Italy, inspired by
After five years’ construction, German hotel management company Oetker Collection has unveiled its first Swiss
A new £40m build-to-rent development with a focus on wellbeing has opened to residents in
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
United Fitness Brands (UFB), the recently launched ‘supergroup’ of boutique fitness brands, has acquired Barrecore,
Plans have been approved for a major new visitor attraction in Bristol, UK. The Arc
The owner of Bristol Zoo, one of the world’s oldest zoos, has revealed plans to
Gyms and leisure facilities in south-east England are to close from midnight tonight as part
We The Curious science and arts centre in Bristol, UK, will open the doors to
HIIT exercise activity in early life could help improve bone health and prevent osteoporosis, according
Budget gym operator Fitness4Less has revealed that it will not be reopening its Bristol club
A large-scale study on genetics has shown that being more physically active reduces the risk
This year's "summer of sport" has shown how the UK's sports infrastructure is capable of
To celebrate its ninth year at the Independent Hotel Show (IHS) Crown Sports Locker will
John Treharne, founder of The Gym Group, has been appointed chair of boutique fitness brand
Museum infrastructure in the UK is at breaking point and requires critical investment to protect
Forest Green Rovers chair Dale Vince has resubmitted a planning application for a 5,000-capacity stadium
Fitness subscription platform ClassPass has appointed a UK general manager as it looks to grow
The Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK) has appointed Robert Gofton as its new
British hospitality group New World Trading Company (NWTC) has launched The Florist – a gardenesque
Fitness studio operator Bodystreet has expanded its UK operations with the opening of two new
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has revealed details of its landmark 100th UK club, which is
Immotion VR has announced a new partnership with Ultrahaptics and Fallen Planet Studios (FPS) that
England rugby international James Haskell has become a gym franchisee, after opening a F45 functional
An artificial surfing lagoon to be built as part of South Korea’s new Turtle Island
Not-for-profit leisure operator Circadian Trust has named Phil Boobier as its new chair. Boobier, a
Escape Hunt is set to open a new Doctor Who escape room in Oxford. Expected
British Rowing has launched an indoor rowing initiative for community rowing clubs. As part of
UK spa group Pure Spa & Beauty has launched a crowdfunding campaign that will give
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority (LVRPA) and inland surfing company The Wave have unveiled plans
A major new indoor snow centre and leisure destination in Swindon has been given the
Children who exercise for at least one hour a day, get nine to 11 hours
12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Life lessons
It was a hugely challenging taking on a project of unparalleled size against a backdrop of collective distrust and even hostility
HCM magazine
Specifier
Industry suppliers are responding to the exponential increase in consumer demand for strength training with a raft of new and innovative launches and concepts, as Steph Eaves reports
HCM magazine
Debate
Although there’s much talk about working with health services, research from SLC suggests there’s much work to do before the sector is ready for the challenge. Kath Hudson asks the experts to identify barriers and solutions
HCM magazine
Specifier
You might be tempted to skip a service, but experts say it will cost you in the long run. Providers tell Steph Eaves why they their work is important to the management of assets
HCM magazine
Everyone's talking about
Property experts say it’s a golden moment for health and fitness operators to secure leases, as the sector has come through the pandemic with its reputation largely intact and clubs are seen as desirable anchor tenants. Kath Hudson finds out why landlords want to talk
HCM magazine
Wellness
Absenteeism and presenteeism is taking a huge economic toll, with musculoskeletal problems and poor mental health the biggest issues. Can workplace wellness make a difference? Kath Hudson investigates
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jennifer Maanavi

Founder, Physique 57
Our ‘why?’ is to improve the lives of our clients, not to make them feel defeated
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Letters
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
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HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
As more people join clubs to support their mental health, fitness professionals need to be empowered to take a holistic approach. Kath Hudson shares useful tools discussed at the ACE summit on mental health
HCM magazine
Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
HCM magazine
Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
I would say those results, along with the team’s total lack of complacency – their desire to keep improving – have been the two big highlights of my first year
HCM magazine
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sibec EMEA to blend fitness with luxury at Fairmont Monte Carlo
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Webinar: Building a new energy future for the leisure sector
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs.
Company profiles
Company profile: Inspace Fitness
Inspace Fitness is an exciting, fast growing, fitness equipment, gym design and equipment service supplier ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Orbit4
Orbit4 is a leading FitTech brand that provides gym operators with a comprehensive software solution ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: ‘FAB’ freebies for Barnet carers!
Being a carer – whether that’s looking after a young person, a senior citizen or someone with a long-term illness or disability – can be rewarding but stressful at times. These responsibilities may also limit the carer’s ability to find paid employment.
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Directory
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
Diary dates
23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
Diary dates

Bristol news

Global publishing outfit, Leisure Media, has announced details of its new annual conference for decision-makers
Disturbing new research has found BMI completely fails as an accurate measure of obesity in
Wake the Tiger, the Bristol-based immersive art experience, is set to open its 1,000sq m
Luxury French beauty brand Lancôme has entered the Latin American spa market with a new
Fast-growing functional training franchise The Shredquarters has reached the 10-site milestone with the opening of
Easton Leisure Centre in the UK has announced a 100 per cent reduction in heating
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Wake The Tiger - described as the world's first 'amazement park' - has opened its
UK hotel collection Daniel Thwaites has refreshed spa menus at select properties thanks to a
The winners of the 13th annual Good Spa Guide Awards were announced last night (20
A new urban wellness sanctuary has opened in the heart of Florence, Italy, inspired by
After five years’ construction, German hotel management company Oetker Collection has unveiled its first Swiss
A new £40m build-to-rent development with a focus on wellbeing has opened to residents in
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
United Fitness Brands (UFB), the recently launched ‘supergroup’ of boutique fitness brands, has acquired Barrecore,
Plans have been approved for a major new visitor attraction in Bristol, UK. The Arc
The owner of Bristol Zoo, one of the world’s oldest zoos, has revealed plans to
Gyms and leisure facilities in south-east England are to close from midnight tonight as part
We The Curious science and arts centre in Bristol, UK, will open the doors to
HIIT exercise activity in early life could help improve bone health and prevent osteoporosis, according
Budget gym operator Fitness4Less has revealed that it will not be reopening its Bristol club
A large-scale study on genetics has shown that being more physically active reduces the risk
This year's "summer of sport" has shown how the UK's sports infrastructure is capable of
To celebrate its ninth year at the Independent Hotel Show (IHS) Crown Sports Locker will
John Treharne, founder of The Gym Group, has been appointed chair of boutique fitness brand
Museum infrastructure in the UK is at breaking point and requires critical investment to protect
Forest Green Rovers chair Dale Vince has resubmitted a planning application for a 5,000-capacity stadium
Fitness subscription platform ClassPass has appointed a UK general manager as it looks to grow
The Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK) has appointed Robert Gofton as its new
British hospitality group New World Trading Company (NWTC) has launched The Florist – a gardenesque
Fitness studio operator Bodystreet has expanded its UK operations with the opening of two new
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has revealed details of its landmark 100th UK club, which is
Immotion VR has announced a new partnership with Ultrahaptics and Fallen Planet Studios (FPS) that
England rugby international James Haskell has become a gym franchisee, after opening a F45 functional
An artificial surfing lagoon to be built as part of South Korea’s new Turtle Island
Not-for-profit leisure operator Circadian Trust has named Phil Boobier as its new chair. Boobier, a
Escape Hunt is set to open a new Doctor Who escape room in Oxford. Expected
British Rowing has launched an indoor rowing initiative for community rowing clubs. As part of
UK spa group Pure Spa & Beauty has launched a crowdfunding campaign that will give
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority (LVRPA) and inland surfing company The Wave have unveiled plans
A major new indoor snow centre and leisure destination in Swindon has been given the
Children who exercise for at least one hour a day, get nine to 11 hours
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
As more people join clubs to support their mental health, fitness professionals need to be empowered to take a holistic approach. Kath Hudson shares useful tools discussed at the ACE summit on mental health
HCM magazine
Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
HCM magazine
Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
I would say those results, along with the team’s total lack of complacency – their desire to keep improving – have been the two big highlights of my first year
HCM magazine
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sibec EMEA to blend fitness with luxury at Fairmont Monte Carlo
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Webinar: Building a new energy future for the leisure sector
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs.
Company profiles
Company profile: Inspace Fitness
Inspace Fitness is an exciting, fast growing, fitness equipment, gym design and equipment service supplier ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Orbit4
Orbit4 is a leading FitTech brand that provides gym operators with a comprehensive software solution ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: ‘FAB’ freebies for Barnet carers!
Being a carer – whether that’s looking after a young person, a senior citizen or someone with a long-term illness or disability – can be rewarding but stressful at times. These responsibilities may also limit the carer’s ability to find paid employment.
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Directory
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
Diary dates
23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
Diary dates
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