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In the latest issue of Spa Business, Jeremy McCarthy explores what it takes to create
The UK's Good Work Pledge – an employer commitment to workplace wellbeing for employees – has come
Improved mental health is now a stronger motivation for Brits to exercise than staying in
Industry veteran Jason Worthy, who was appointed CEO of Anytime Fitness UK eight months ago,
The Gröna Lund theme park in Stockholm, Sweden has reopened its doors 10 days after
A striking wood-fired hot tub has been unveiled by Koto, an architecture and design studio
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
New Zealand’s newest wellness destination Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa has opened on the
Industry event Spa Life UK is back for 2023 from 2-4 July at the De
Rebecca Passmore was promoted to MD of Pure Gym in September 2020 – the same
The Aussie World theme park on Australia’s Sunshine Coast has launched its first rollercoaster. The
Scandinavian fitness chain SATS has reported Q2 results showing a 53 per cent increase in
Operating at the extreme edge of performance, a race team requires every element and working
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Myzone has announced a partnership with workforce wellness platform Wellonomics. The partnership will see Myzone
Total Fitness plans to launch a new-style health club model, with plans already in the
An award celebrating outstanding individuals in the fitness sector is to be named in honour
COVID-19 has presented our industry with a chance to reinvent itself, said thought leader Seth
HCM is investigating news that a small gym in Hong Kong has become one of
A national survey has launched to chart the mental health of the fitness and physical
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Snap Fitness has ended its agreement with its master franchisee for the UK and Ireland
Althought local lockdowns are impacting gyms in Melbourne and also the state of Victoria, most
ISPA has kicked off its Town Hall Meeting series to share learnings from industry leaders
Provider of uniforms for the health and wellness industry, Noel Asmar Uniforms, is tackling the
Ingo Schweder, CEO of GOCO Hospitality, has confirmed to Spa Business that the Glen Ivy
It's been another momentous year in the attractions industry, and Attractions Management has been there
Parkwood Leisure has launched a programme of workshops, aimed at making its staff more aware
A nation divided by Brexit could be united by diverting focus to a "more pressing
Wilderness Safaris’ Jao Camp in the Okavango Delta in Botswana has recently reopened after a
A new initiative has been launched to encourage more GP practices in the UK take
David Lloyd Clubs (DLC) has revealed plans to become the first fitness operator to commit
A Labour Government of the future would put wellbeing at the heart of all future
Watercraft designer Max Zhivov has unveiled concept images of the ‘Tiny Eco-Hotel’ – an electric-powered
What does it take for a woman to be successful at Disney? Talent and determination
A private 5,400sq m villa in Uluwatu, Bali for up to 16 people is set
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Presidential Palace in Abu Dhabi is open to the public
UAE-based property company Emaar Development has announced plans to create a new townhouse community in
The government of Queensland, Australia, has announced a number of new regulations for any visitor
European attractions operator Merlin Entertainments has reported growth in a number of areas of its
Gary Weiss, chair of Dreamworld owner Ardent Leisure, has announced plans to expand the Australian
WhiteWater has undergone a rebrand that is set to demonstrate the company's dedication to creating
The Great Lego Race, Lego's first VR experience, is set to make its UK debut
12,300
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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
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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
HCM promotional features
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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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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
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
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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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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Letters
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
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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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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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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
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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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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
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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
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
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
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
Looking at Orangetheory 10–20 years down the road, international markets will be three to five times the size of the US. At that point, we’ll be talking 10,000 units globally
HCM magazine
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
HCM magazine
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.
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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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Keepme
Keepme is the industry innovator delivering AI-integrated sales and membership solutions to fitness operators globally....
Company profiles
Company profile: TANITA
TANITA is the founder of Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) being the first to bring a ...
Supplier Showcase
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Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Power Plate UK press release: Power plate + red light therapy: life-changing ‘biostacking’
“We combine Power Plate and red light therapy in all our small group classes,” says Natt Summers, founder and owner of Accomplish Fitness in Hungerford, Berkshire.
Featured press releases
Zoom Media press release: Zoom Media expands partnership with Fitness4less
Zoom Media, the UK's leading provider of health and fitness digital media, has announced a new contract with Fitness4Less to deliver Out of Home advertising across its estate.
Directory
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
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Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
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Diary dates
22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
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10-12 May 2024
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
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
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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

Our People news

In the latest issue of Spa Business, Jeremy McCarthy explores what it takes to create
The UK's Good Work Pledge – an employer commitment to workplace wellbeing for employees – has come
Improved mental health is now a stronger motivation for Brits to exercise than staying in
Industry veteran Jason Worthy, who was appointed CEO of Anytime Fitness UK eight months ago,
The Gröna Lund theme park in Stockholm, Sweden has reopened its doors 10 days after
A striking wood-fired hot tub has been unveiled by Koto, an architecture and design studio
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
New Zealand’s newest wellness destination Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa has opened on the
Industry event Spa Life UK is back for 2023 from 2-4 July at the De
Rebecca Passmore was promoted to MD of Pure Gym in September 2020 – the same
The Aussie World theme park on Australia’s Sunshine Coast has launched its first rollercoaster. The
Scandinavian fitness chain SATS has reported Q2 results showing a 53 per cent increase in
Operating at the extreme edge of performance, a race team requires every element and working
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Myzone has announced a partnership with workforce wellness platform Wellonomics. The partnership will see Myzone
Total Fitness plans to launch a new-style health club model, with plans already in the
An award celebrating outstanding individuals in the fitness sector is to be named in honour
COVID-19 has presented our industry with a chance to reinvent itself, said thought leader Seth
HCM is investigating news that a small gym in Hong Kong has become one of
A national survey has launched to chart the mental health of the fitness and physical
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Snap Fitness has ended its agreement with its master franchisee for the UK and Ireland
Althought local lockdowns are impacting gyms in Melbourne and also the state of Victoria, most
ISPA has kicked off its Town Hall Meeting series to share learnings from industry leaders
Provider of uniforms for the health and wellness industry, Noel Asmar Uniforms, is tackling the
Ingo Schweder, CEO of GOCO Hospitality, has confirmed to Spa Business that the Glen Ivy
It's been another momentous year in the attractions industry, and Attractions Management has been there
Parkwood Leisure has launched a programme of workshops, aimed at making its staff more aware
A nation divided by Brexit could be united by diverting focus to a "more pressing
Wilderness Safaris’ Jao Camp in the Okavango Delta in Botswana has recently reopened after a
A new initiative has been launched to encourage more GP practices in the UK take
David Lloyd Clubs (DLC) has revealed plans to become the first fitness operator to commit
A Labour Government of the future would put wellbeing at the heart of all future
Watercraft designer Max Zhivov has unveiled concept images of the ‘Tiny Eco-Hotel’ – an electric-powered
What does it take for a woman to be successful at Disney? Talent and determination
A private 5,400sq m villa in Uluwatu, Bali for up to 16 people is set
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Presidential Palace in Abu Dhabi is open to the public
UAE-based property company Emaar Development has announced plans to create a new townhouse community in
The government of Queensland, Australia, has announced a number of new regulations for any visitor
European attractions operator Merlin Entertainments has reported growth in a number of areas of its
Gary Weiss, chair of Dreamworld owner Ardent Leisure, has announced plans to expand the Australian
WhiteWater has undergone a rebrand that is set to demonstrate the company's dedication to creating
The Great Lego Race, Lego's first VR experience, is set to make its UK debut
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
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
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
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
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
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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
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
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
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
Looking at Orangetheory 10–20 years down the road, international markets will be three to five times the size of the US. At that point, we’ll be talking 10,000 units globally
HCM magazine
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
HCM magazine
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.
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: Keepme
Keepme is the industry innovator delivering AI-integrated sales and membership solutions to fitness operators globally....
Company profiles
Company profile: TANITA
TANITA is the founder of Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) being the first to bring a ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Power Plate UK press release: Power plate + red light therapy: life-changing ‘biostacking’
“We combine Power Plate and red light therapy in all our small group classes,” says Natt Summers, founder and owner of Accomplish Fitness in Hungerford, Berkshire.
Featured press releases
Zoom Media press release: Zoom Media expands partnership with Fitness4less
Zoom Media, the UK's leading provider of health and fitness digital media, has announced a new contract with Fitness4Less to deliver Out of Home advertising across its estate.
Directory
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
salt therapy products
Saltability: 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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