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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

Scotland news

Industry event organisation Spa Life is gearing up for the first-ever Spa Life Scotland Convention,
Edinburgh Leisure has appointed Jen Holland as chief executive. She will take over from June
Opening over Easter weekend in March 2024 after a £26.5m redevelopment project, Perth Museum will
Rural Scottish retreat Murrayshall Country Estate has received the green light for its £30 million
Global wellbeing organisation Therme Group has announced the location of its first Asia Pacific project.
Spas from nine regions across the UK, from Scotland to the West Country, have won
Elevate
Elevate
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
Annual industry event, the Global Wellness Summit (GWS), is headed to the Scottish coastal town
The top operators, suppliers and facilities from across the physical activity sector were celebrated last
Plans to create a visitor attraction at Trossachs Pier in the Scottish highlands have been
A new gym, named after one of Britain's most famous sporting heroes, has opened at
Therme Canada has released a newly evolved project design for its West Island of Ontario
Soho House is set to unveil seven new locations across the UK, North America and
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Average charges for an adult swim session have topped £5.00 (US$6.45, €5.83) for the first
Following a public consultation, Therme Manchester, the UK’s first city-based wellbeing resort, has submitted a
Continuum Attractions, which acquired the Loch Ness Centre in Scotland in January, has officially reopened
Five-star luxury spa retreat Luton Hoo Hotel, Golf & Spa is due to be redeveloped
Royal Scotsman, A Belmond Train, Scotland has announced a long-term partnership with Dior Beauty to
Global developer and wellbeing destination operator Therme Group is one step closer to breaking ground
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Continuum Attractions has acquired The Loch Ness Centre and Exhibition near Inverness, Scotland, UK. The
Plans to create a new Eden Project North attraction in Morecambe, UK, have been given
French marine skincare and spa brand Phytomer has developed its first organic contouring product, Body
Jason Worthy has been announced as the new CEO of Anytime Fitness UK. He succeeds
Fairmont Spa & Wellness, Windsor Park, has been crowned the UK’s Best New Spa in
Thermal wellbeing organisation and developer Therme Group has partnered with the Incheon Free Economic Zone
The Great Spa Towns of Europe Association (GSTEA) has announced the appointment of Chiara Ronchini
Salt Ayre Leisure Centre, run by Lancaster City Council, has received two brand new training
The UK government has announced it will cut energy bills by at least half for
Operators across the physical activity sector open up to the public today offering free sessions
Spa operator and bathroom fixtures company Kohler Co has announced the death of its executive
Younger men at independent gyms are more likely than any other consumer group to accept
UK-based skincare and spa brand Temple Spa has announced the appointment of its new spa
An oil rig that spent three decades in the North Sea before it was retired
Edinburgh’s new Meadowbank Sports Centre has opened after a five-year, £47m build which saw the
Plans have been revealed for Scotland’s first Living Building at the Dollar Academy, an independent
The best in the business from across the physical activity sector were honoured last night
Massage franchise The Massage Company (TMC) will launch 10 new centres in Scotland over the
A visitor attraction celebrating the history of the Scottish parish of Gretna Green – and
How can organisations, including health club and leisure businesses, decarbonise, generate clean energy and harness
Scottish hotel group Crerar Hotels has announced industry figure Kirsty MacCormick as its new group
More than 100 industry delegates met in person at the annual active-net event at Eastwood
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
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
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
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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
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
Insight
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
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
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
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
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
Letters
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
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
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
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
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
We are the new youth club, a social space for young people to connect
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
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
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
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
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: Orbit4
Orbit4 is a leading FitTech brand that provides gym operators with a comprehensive software solution ...
Company profiles
Company profile: GymNation
GymNation was created to provide a better kind of gym experience, one that builds strength ...
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
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
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

Scotland news

Industry event organisation Spa Life is gearing up for the first-ever Spa Life Scotland Convention,
Edinburgh Leisure has appointed Jen Holland as chief executive. She will take over from June
Opening over Easter weekend in March 2024 after a £26.5m redevelopment project, Perth Museum will
Rural Scottish retreat Murrayshall Country Estate has received the green light for its £30 million
Global wellbeing organisation Therme Group has announced the location of its first Asia Pacific project.
Spas from nine regions across the UK, from Scotland to the West Country, have won
Elevate
Elevate
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
Annual industry event, the Global Wellness Summit (GWS), is headed to the Scottish coastal town
The top operators, suppliers and facilities from across the physical activity sector were celebrated last
Plans to create a visitor attraction at Trossachs Pier in the Scottish highlands have been
A new gym, named after one of Britain's most famous sporting heroes, has opened at
Therme Canada has released a newly evolved project design for its West Island of Ontario
Soho House is set to unveil seven new locations across the UK, North America and
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Average charges for an adult swim session have topped £5.00 (US$6.45, €5.83) for the first
Following a public consultation, Therme Manchester, the UK’s first city-based wellbeing resort, has submitted a
Continuum Attractions, which acquired the Loch Ness Centre in Scotland in January, has officially reopened
Five-star luxury spa retreat Luton Hoo Hotel, Golf & Spa is due to be redeveloped
Royal Scotsman, A Belmond Train, Scotland has announced a long-term partnership with Dior Beauty to
Global developer and wellbeing destination operator Therme Group is one step closer to breaking ground
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Continuum Attractions has acquired The Loch Ness Centre and Exhibition near Inverness, Scotland, UK. The
Plans to create a new Eden Project North attraction in Morecambe, UK, have been given
French marine skincare and spa brand Phytomer has developed its first organic contouring product, Body
Jason Worthy has been announced as the new CEO of Anytime Fitness UK. He succeeds
Fairmont Spa & Wellness, Windsor Park, has been crowned the UK’s Best New Spa in
Thermal wellbeing organisation and developer Therme Group has partnered with the Incheon Free Economic Zone
The Great Spa Towns of Europe Association (GSTEA) has announced the appointment of Chiara Ronchini
Salt Ayre Leisure Centre, run by Lancaster City Council, has received two brand new training
The UK government has announced it will cut energy bills by at least half for
Operators across the physical activity sector open up to the public today offering free sessions
Spa operator and bathroom fixtures company Kohler Co has announced the death of its executive
Younger men at independent gyms are more likely than any other consumer group to accept
UK-based skincare and spa brand Temple Spa has announced the appointment of its new spa
An oil rig that spent three decades in the North Sea before it was retired
Edinburgh’s new Meadowbank Sports Centre has opened after a five-year, £47m build which saw the
Plans have been revealed for Scotland’s first Living Building at the Dollar Academy, an independent
The best in the business from across the physical activity sector were honoured last night
Massage franchise The Massage Company (TMC) will launch 10 new centres in Scotland over the
A visitor attraction celebrating the history of the Scottish parish of Gretna Green – and
How can organisations, including health club and leisure businesses, decarbonise, generate clean energy and harness
Scottish hotel group Crerar Hotels has announced industry figure Kirsty MacCormick as its new group
More than 100 industry delegates met in person at the annual active-net event at Eastwood
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
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
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
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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
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
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
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
We are the new youth club, a social space for young people to connect
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
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
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
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
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: Orbit4
Orbit4 is a leading FitTech brand that provides gym operators with a comprehensive software solution ...
Company profiles
Company profile: GymNation
GymNation was created to provide a better kind of gym experience, one that builds strength ...
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
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
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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