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English Federation of Disability Sport news

Disability sports charity Activity Alliance has called on political parties to commit to giving disabled
A new player pathway resource has been launched to remove the barriers standing in the
Disability organisation Purple has claimed that health club operators and gyms are losing "millions of
A new national campaign looks to dispel negative perceptions about disability, inclusion and sport. Charity
A number of leisure industry people have been recognised in this year's New Year Honours
The Activity Alliance has launched a new initiative as part of efforts to offer disabled
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As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Leisure operators have joined a new scheme to give disabled people and those with long-term
Former Change Foundation executive Andy Dalby-Welsh has been appointed as deputy chief executive of the
Actor Will Mellor has been in Birmingham to raise awareness of the Together We Will
The English Federation of Disability Sport (EFDS) is publishing a guide for journalists and providers
Eight national disability sports organisations (NDSOs) have joined forces to launch a campaign to get
Physical activity providers need to be more “proactive” in trying to appeal to the disabled
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
Sports and physical activity projects bidding for Big Lottery Fund money may be subject to
As Sport England reveals its vision for sport and physical activity over the next five
A consortium headed up by the English Federation of Disability Sport (EFDS) has bagged a
Physical activity providers should reach out to supporters of disabled people through effective marketing to
Young disabled people and providers of disability sports should have more opportunities to bid for
Sport England has given a boost to grassroots sport with £12m being awarded to specialist
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
The English Federation of Disability Sport (EFDS) has launched a new Charter for Change, designed
A number of athletes and sports industry professionals are among the people to have been
A further 13 leisure trusts are to benefit from the latest round of Sport England’s
The English Federation of Disability Sport has published a new set of guidelines for sport
UK leisure centres are not doing enough to ensure their facilities are accessible for older
Disabled people are more likely to respond to activities which connect to their everyday values,
An advert for beer brand Guinness, depicting a group of friends playing wheelchair basketball, has
Seven out of 10 disabled people in England want to get more active - but
The English Federation of Disability Sport (EFDS) has launched a strategic plan to guide its
A report released by Ofsted recommends the government develop a new national strategy on PE
Sport England has announced it will invest £2m over the next two years to encourage
Sport England has launched a new £1m initiative designed to improve access to community sports
Image: The legacy plans have now been made public The government is to invest £1bn
Image: The campaign aims to boost participation A new campaign to promote participation at all
A leisure centre in Cirencester, Gloucestershire, has become the latest facility to be awarded Inclusive
Charles Reed has been named as the new chair of The English Federation of Disability
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has appointed Jeff Levick, Martyn Dobson, Paul Millman
Efforts to increase the number of disabled people participating in sport and help ensure that
A major new plan to deliver a lasting legacy from the 2012 Olympics for 10
DC Leisure is to establish a new Activity Buddy Scheme in partnership with the English
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has announced that the strategic development and delivery
The new £4m St Johns Leisure Centre in Worcester is on track to open this
12,300
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The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
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D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
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University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
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Editor's letter
This is an opportunity for us to shine in the eyes of consumers by going above and beyond in creating excellent contracts
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Editor's letter
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
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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
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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
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Life lessons
Remember when there was mass hostility about London hosting the 2012 Olympics? Huw Edwards, CEO of UK Active, was there. He talks to Kath Hudson about the lessons he learned
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Insight
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
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Interview
Franchise business Orangetheory Fitness is merging with Self Esteem Brands and is on a long-term path to 10,000 units globally, its CEO and co-founder tells Kate Cracknell
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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
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McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
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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
We already have an incredible organisation, but we’re humble enough to recognise there are still areas for continued improvement
HCM magazine
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
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
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
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
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
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
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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.
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Company profiles
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Supplier Showcase
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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
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Snowroom
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Lockers
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Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
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Grantham, Leicestershire
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China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
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23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
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30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
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08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
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11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
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ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
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03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
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19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
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01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
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22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
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24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
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04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
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English Federation of Disability Sport news

Disability sports charity Activity Alliance has called on political parties to commit to giving disabled
A new player pathway resource has been launched to remove the barriers standing in the
Disability organisation Purple has claimed that health club operators and gyms are losing "millions of
A new national campaign looks to dispel negative perceptions about disability, inclusion and sport. Charity
A number of leisure industry people have been recognised in this year's New Year Honours
The Activity Alliance has launched a new initiative as part of efforts to offer disabled
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Leisure operators have joined a new scheme to give disabled people and those with long-term
Former Change Foundation executive Andy Dalby-Welsh has been appointed as deputy chief executive of the
Actor Will Mellor has been in Birmingham to raise awareness of the Together We Will
The English Federation of Disability Sport (EFDS) is publishing a guide for journalists and providers
Eight national disability sports organisations (NDSOs) have joined forces to launch a campaign to get
Physical activity providers need to be more “proactive” in trying to appeal to the disabled
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
Sports and physical activity projects bidding for Big Lottery Fund money may be subject to
As Sport England reveals its vision for sport and physical activity over the next five
A consortium headed up by the English Federation of Disability Sport (EFDS) has bagged a
Physical activity providers should reach out to supporters of disabled people through effective marketing to
Young disabled people and providers of disability sports should have more opportunities to bid for
Sport England has given a boost to grassroots sport with £12m being awarded to specialist
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
The English Federation of Disability Sport (EFDS) has launched a new Charter for Change, designed
A number of athletes and sports industry professionals are among the people to have been
A further 13 leisure trusts are to benefit from the latest round of Sport England’s
The English Federation of Disability Sport has published a new set of guidelines for sport
UK leisure centres are not doing enough to ensure their facilities are accessible for older
Disabled people are more likely to respond to activities which connect to their everyday values,
An advert for beer brand Guinness, depicting a group of friends playing wheelchair basketball, has
Seven out of 10 disabled people in England want to get more active - but
The English Federation of Disability Sport (EFDS) has launched a strategic plan to guide its
A report released by Ofsted recommends the government develop a new national strategy on PE
Sport England has announced it will invest £2m over the next two years to encourage
Sport England has launched a new £1m initiative designed to improve access to community sports
Image: The legacy plans have now been made public The government is to invest £1bn
Image: The campaign aims to boost participation A new campaign to promote participation at all
A leisure centre in Cirencester, Gloucestershire, has become the latest facility to be awarded Inclusive
Charles Reed has been named as the new chair of The English Federation of Disability
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has appointed Jeff Levick, Martyn Dobson, Paul Millman
Efforts to increase the number of disabled people participating in sport and help ensure that
A major new plan to deliver a lasting legacy from the 2012 Olympics for 10
DC Leisure is to establish a new Activity Buddy Scheme in partnership with the English
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has announced that the strategic development and delivery
The new £4m St Johns Leisure Centre in Worcester is on track to open this
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
We saw a 58 per cent growth in companies launching one of our schemes from 2022 to 2023, which demonstrates prioritisation of employee health and wellbeing
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
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
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
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
We already have an incredible organisation, but we’re humble enough to recognise there are still areas for continued improvement
HCM magazine
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
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
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
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
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
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
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.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: miha bodytec
Founded in 2007 in Gersthofen, Germany, miha bodytec is the market-leading supplier of Electro Muscle ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Keepme
Keepme is the industry innovator delivering AI-integrated sales and membership solutions to fitness operators globally....
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
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
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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