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NGB news

The World Happiness Summit (WOHASU) is gearing up to hold its first-ever World Wellbeing Policy
Gold's Gym Thousand Oaks, in Southern California, has announced the completion of its remodel and
Wellness industry figure and CEO of Salt Chamber, Leo Tonkin, has launched a podcast to
Dave Mortensen, co-founder of Self Esteem Brands (SEB) – the company behind a raft of wellness
US destination spa Mii amo in Sedona, Arizona, is due to reopen on 2 February
The internationally-recognised sporting goods exhibition Sports and Fitness Taiwan (TaiSPO) will return on 22-25 March
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Pure Gym has launched in the US under the brand Pure Fitness, with the first
Anantara will open its third Chinese property in ecotourism destination Anji County, in the northwestern
20 March 2022 will mark Global Massage Makes Me Happy & Healthy Day (MMMHH Day),
Hotel operator Scandic Hotels has announced plans to create a climate-neutral hotel in the northern
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has launched a new programme to help educators introduce young
Iconic Californian health and wellness destination Golden Door is the latest location to join Healing
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
Discount rail and bus travel and £10m in vouchers to key attractions – funded by
Precor has launched a mobile app to accompany its popular networked fitness solution, Preva, which
The House of Lords' National Plan for Sport and Recreation committee has invited sporting organisations
The sport and physical activity sector is mounting a challenge to government plans to shut
More than 100 sport and physical activity bodies have sent a letter to UK Prime
Glasgow Life, which runs leisure and culture facilities on behalf of Glasgow City Council, has
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
As part of its Ten York condo development in Toronto, developer Tridel has created an
A 152-room luxury hotel, designed by Hirsch Bedner Associates (HBA), recently opened in an 1820s
Sport Ireland will invest a record €36m in all levels of sport during 2020. The
National governing bodies of sport (NGBs) have reported a rise in commercial revenue during 2019
UK Sport has commissioned an independent review into UK Athletics (UKA), as part of what
UK Athletics has appointed Nic Coward as its interim chief executive. Coward is a former
A push to get millions of more people to hit the pool in the UK
Studio Sofield have designed a house and tower residential pairing in New York's prestigious Upper
The new National Tennis Academy at Loughborough University has officially opened its doors to the
New York-based real estate investors Bridgeton have converted a former button and ribbon factory in
Funding support for York's National Railway Museum, Coventry's 2021 UK City of Culture programme and
The shortlist has been revealed for the World Architecture Festival (WAF) 2019 Awards and leisure
The chain of 19 islands forever associated with Charles Darwin’s Origin of Species will soon
Arts Council England has named 13 new additions to its Creative People and Places (CPP)
Parkour UK chief executive Eugene Minogue will step down as CEO after 10 years in
The Namibian government is looking to auction at least a thousand wild animals from its
Low-cost gym operator EōS Fitness has acquired five former Gold's Gym locations in Utah –
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts is continuing its strategic growth in China with the announcement of
Basketball England has become the first national governing body of sport to train its staff
Irish tourism body Fáilte Ireland has created a €15.5m (US$17.4m, £13.3m) fund for towns around
The legacy of the Rugby League World Cup – to be held in England in
Sport Ireland will invest €32m in national governing bodies, direct athlete support and the Local
12,300
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No matter how many gyms we open, Perfect Gym can support our growth
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The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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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
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Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
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
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
Insight
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
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
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
Research
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
HCM magazine
Opinion
Dr Paul Bedford talks to Jak Phillips about the double-edged sword of the strength training trend and his ambitions for the sector
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
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
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
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
We already have an incredible organisation, but we’re humble enough to recognise there are still areas for continued improvement
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
HCM magazine
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
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: Panatta to showcase innovation at major fitness and bodybuilding events in 2024
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry events around the globe.
Company profiles
Company profile: Alliance Leisure
The company’s core business is the provision of facility development and support for local authorities, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Absolute Performance
Absolute Performance was established in 2008 by Tony and Sian Buchanan and has a wealth ...
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
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
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

NGB news

The World Happiness Summit (WOHASU) is gearing up to hold its first-ever World Wellbeing Policy
Gold's Gym Thousand Oaks, in Southern California, has announced the completion of its remodel and
Wellness industry figure and CEO of Salt Chamber, Leo Tonkin, has launched a podcast to
Dave Mortensen, co-founder of Self Esteem Brands (SEB) – the company behind a raft of wellness
US destination spa Mii amo in Sedona, Arizona, is due to reopen on 2 February
The internationally-recognised sporting goods exhibition Sports and Fitness Taiwan (TaiSPO) will return on 22-25 March
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Pure Gym has launched in the US under the brand Pure Fitness, with the first
Anantara will open its third Chinese property in ecotourism destination Anji County, in the northwestern
20 March 2022 will mark Global Massage Makes Me Happy & Healthy Day (MMMHH Day),
Hotel operator Scandic Hotels has announced plans to create a climate-neutral hotel in the northern
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has launched a new programme to help educators introduce young
Iconic Californian health and wellness destination Golden Door is the latest location to join Healing
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
Discount rail and bus travel and £10m in vouchers to key attractions – funded by
Precor has launched a mobile app to accompany its popular networked fitness solution, Preva, which
The House of Lords' National Plan for Sport and Recreation committee has invited sporting organisations
The sport and physical activity sector is mounting a challenge to government plans to shut
More than 100 sport and physical activity bodies have sent a letter to UK Prime
Glasgow Life, which runs leisure and culture facilities on behalf of Glasgow City Council, has
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
As part of its Ten York condo development in Toronto, developer Tridel has created an
A 152-room luxury hotel, designed by Hirsch Bedner Associates (HBA), recently opened in an 1820s
Sport Ireland will invest a record €36m in all levels of sport during 2020. The
National governing bodies of sport (NGBs) have reported a rise in commercial revenue during 2019
UK Sport has commissioned an independent review into UK Athletics (UKA), as part of what
UK Athletics has appointed Nic Coward as its interim chief executive. Coward is a former
A push to get millions of more people to hit the pool in the UK
Studio Sofield have designed a house and tower residential pairing in New York's prestigious Upper
The new National Tennis Academy at Loughborough University has officially opened its doors to the
New York-based real estate investors Bridgeton have converted a former button and ribbon factory in
Funding support for York's National Railway Museum, Coventry's 2021 UK City of Culture programme and
The shortlist has been revealed for the World Architecture Festival (WAF) 2019 Awards and leisure
The chain of 19 islands forever associated with Charles Darwin’s Origin of Species will soon
Arts Council England has named 13 new additions to its Creative People and Places (CPP)
Parkour UK chief executive Eugene Minogue will step down as CEO after 10 years in
The Namibian government is looking to auction at least a thousand wild animals from its
Low-cost gym operator EōS Fitness has acquired five former Gold's Gym locations in Utah –
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts is continuing its strategic growth in China with the announcement of
Basketball England has become the first national governing body of sport to train its staff
Irish tourism body Fáilte Ireland has created a €15.5m (US$17.4m, £13.3m) fund for towns around
The legacy of the Rugby League World Cup – to be held in England in
Sport Ireland will invest €32m in national governing bodies, direct athlete support and the Local
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
No matter how many gyms we open, Perfect Gym can support our 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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
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
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
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
We already have an incredible organisation, but we’re humble enough to recognise there are still areas for continued improvement
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
HCM magazine
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
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: Panatta to showcase innovation at major fitness and bodybuilding events in 2024
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry events around the globe.
Company profiles
Company profile: Alliance Leisure
The company’s core business is the provision of facility development and support for local authorities, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Absolute Performance
Absolute Performance was established in 2008 by Tony and Sian Buchanan and has a wealth ...
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
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
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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