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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

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Discover how to prepare your spa or wellness facility for the influx of international guests
Global publishing outfit, Leisure Media, has announced details of its new annual conference for decision-makers
Reservations are now open for Rosewood Hotels and Resorts' second Austrian property in Salzburger Land,
With a new master franchisee on board, the rollout of Anytime Fitness in the Middle
Equinox has raised US$1.8 billion in cash to refinance US$1.5 billion of maturing loans. The
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
Eight of the world’s leading spa operations were honoured at the annual World Spa and
Global hotel owner, operator and investor Minor Hotels is expanding its luxury Anantara brand’s footprint
The US, China, Germany, Japan and the UK have been identified as the world’s five
Art of Cryo is set to redefine wellbeing standards in the Middle East this February
The Lana, the Dorchester Collection’s first property in the Middle East will open on 1
Irish marine seaweed brand Voya is celebrating a significant development in its global expansion, having
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Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts has announced plans to unveil its biggest property and most impressive
PureGym has delivered a positive set of third quarter results, with revenues increasing to £137.7m,
JD Gyms, part of listed company, JD Sports Fashion plc, has sold UAE health club
Luxury Dubai hotel Burj Al Arab has introduced Swissline skincare into its Talise Spa with
The global wellness economy will be worth US$8.5 trillion by 2027, according to new research
JRA has appointed Matt Dawson, a former VP at experience design company Forrec, as its
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has switched locations from Qatar to Miami in light of
Industry heavyweight, Justin Musgrove, has joined Fitness First UK as CEO. A strong operator with
The World Spa Awards – the global initiative designed to celebrate and reward excellence in
FastFit EMS – a rapidly expanding chain of EMS (electrical muscle stimulation) studios in the
PureGym’s holding company, Pinnacle Bidco, has completed the £805m refinancing which was announced on Tuesday
Premium South African spa and skincare brand Terres d’Afrique* has announced new partnerships with four
PureGym added 190,000 new members in the first half of 2023 when compared with H1
Fitness equipment manufacturer and supplier Panatta is headed to Dubai later this year to attend
GymNation, which was acquired by JD Gyms in 2022, has opened its latest health club
Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind regenerative tourism destinations Amaala and The Red Sea,
Hotel owner, operator and investor Minor Hotels has announced plans to unveil a second Anantara
Luxury hospitality company Jumeirah Group has appointed industry veteran Niamh O’Connell as its first vice
More than 100 spa and wellness professionals from across Europe, the Middle East and Africa
Destination wellness resort operator Jayasom has revealed plans to deliver an integrative multigenerational health resort
Swiss health and wellness brand Clinique La Prairie has opened a Longevity Hub at The
The winners of the World Spa & Wellness (WSW) Awards were announced at a gala
Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind the ambitious Amaala and The Red Sea regenerative
Spa and wellness industry thought leaders gathered yesterday (26 January) at the Grow Well webinar
Pure Gym Arabia, the franchise partner of Pure Gym Group in the Middle East, has
David Willrich has been appointed chair of Experience UK, replacing the outgoing Terry Monkton, who
Hyrox is a “fitness racing” concept that sees all levels of athletes compete in timed
Hot on the heels of a four-brand deal with Kuwait, John Kersh, chief international development
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The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
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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
HCM promotional features
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Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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
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Opinion
Gymtimidation can be heightened in environments where everyone is lifting weights, sometimes in ways you wouldn’t imagine
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HCM People

Esther Fairfax

Founder, The Lotte Berk Foundation
My mother was the first person to take dance and create an exercise programme out of it
HCM magazine
Editor's letter
New laws are about to come into force that will oblige health club operators to offer consumers better membership terms. It will be disruptive, but tackled well, will change the sector for the better
HCM magazine
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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Research
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
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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
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
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
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Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson 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
The goal is for all new centres to be Net Zero. Sustainability is something we’re investing heavily in across the business
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
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
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson 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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
HCM magazine
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
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Study Active acquires Premier Global name and select branding assets
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
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: Panatta Srl
Panatta's mission is to create machines that are aesthetically pleasing, functional and competitive in price ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Legend by Xplor
We help a wide range of public sector leisure operators (including Leisure Trusts, Leisure Management ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: Pioneering project boosts business in Basingstoke
A sports complex might not be your first thought when you’re looking for a peaceful and comfortable, drop-in workspace. However, that could soon change thanks to an innovative new project at Basingstoke Leisure Centre.
Featured press releases
The Health & Fitness Institute press release: The future of fitness education: The Health and Fitness Institute champions digital learning
The Health and Fitness Institute (THFI) is leading a revolutionary paradigm shift in fitness education by fully embracing digital learning.
Directory
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
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

Middle East news

Discover how to prepare your spa or wellness facility for the influx of international guests
Global publishing outfit, Leisure Media, has announced details of its new annual conference for decision-makers
Reservations are now open for Rosewood Hotels and Resorts' second Austrian property in Salzburger Land,
With a new master franchisee on board, the rollout of Anytime Fitness in the Middle
Equinox has raised US$1.8 billion in cash to refinance US$1.5 billion of maturing loans. The
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
Eight of the world’s leading spa operations were honoured at the annual World Spa and
Global hotel owner, operator and investor Minor Hotels is expanding its luxury Anantara brand’s footprint
The US, China, Germany, Japan and the UK have been identified as the world’s five
Art of Cryo is set to redefine wellbeing standards in the Middle East this February
The Lana, the Dorchester Collection’s first property in the Middle East will open on 1
Irish marine seaweed brand Voya is celebrating a significant development in its global expansion, having
Elevate
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Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts has announced plans to unveil its biggest property and most impressive
PureGym has delivered a positive set of third quarter results, with revenues increasing to £137.7m,
JD Gyms, part of listed company, JD Sports Fashion plc, has sold UAE health club
Luxury Dubai hotel Burj Al Arab has introduced Swissline skincare into its Talise Spa with
The global wellness economy will be worth US$8.5 trillion by 2027, according to new research
JRA has appointed Matt Dawson, a former VP at experience design company Forrec, as its
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has switched locations from Qatar to Miami in light of
Industry heavyweight, Justin Musgrove, has joined Fitness First UK as CEO. A strong operator with
The World Spa Awards – the global initiative designed to celebrate and reward excellence in
FastFit EMS – a rapidly expanding chain of EMS (electrical muscle stimulation) studios in the
PureGym’s holding company, Pinnacle Bidco, has completed the £805m refinancing which was announced on Tuesday
Premium South African spa and skincare brand Terres d’Afrique* has announced new partnerships with four
PureGym added 190,000 new members in the first half of 2023 when compared with H1
Fitness equipment manufacturer and supplier Panatta is headed to Dubai later this year to attend
GymNation, which was acquired by JD Gyms in 2022, has opened its latest health club
Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind regenerative tourism destinations Amaala and The Red Sea,
Hotel owner, operator and investor Minor Hotels has announced plans to unveil a second Anantara
Luxury hospitality company Jumeirah Group has appointed industry veteran Niamh O’Connell as its first vice
More than 100 spa and wellness professionals from across Europe, the Middle East and Africa
Destination wellness resort operator Jayasom has revealed plans to deliver an integrative multigenerational health resort
Swiss health and wellness brand Clinique La Prairie has opened a Longevity Hub at The
The winners of the World Spa & Wellness (WSW) Awards were announced at a gala
Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind the ambitious Amaala and The Red Sea regenerative
Spa and wellness industry thought leaders gathered yesterday (26 January) at the Grow Well webinar
Pure Gym Arabia, the franchise partner of Pure Gym Group in the Middle East, has
David Willrich has been appointed chair of Experience UK, replacing the outgoing Terry Monkton, who
Hyrox is a “fitness racing” concept that sees all levels of athletes compete in timed
Hot on the heels of a four-brand deal with Kuwait, John Kersh, chief international development
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
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson 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
The goal is for all new centres to be Net Zero. Sustainability is something we’re investing heavily in across the business
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
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
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson 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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
HCM magazine
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
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Study Active acquires Premier Global name and select branding assets
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
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: Panatta Srl
Panatta's mission is to create machines that are aesthetically pleasing, functional and competitive in price ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Legend by Xplor
We help a wide range of public sector leisure operators (including Leisure Trusts, Leisure Management ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: Pioneering project boosts business in Basingstoke
A sports complex might not be your first thought when you’re looking for a peaceful and comfortable, drop-in workspace. However, that could soon change thanks to an innovative new project at Basingstoke Leisure Centre.
Featured press releases
The Health & Fitness Institute press release: The future of fitness education: The Health and Fitness Institute champions digital learning
The Health and Fitness Institute (THFI) is leading a revolutionary paradigm shift in fitness education by fully embracing digital learning.
Directory
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
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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