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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

South Africa news

A boutique safari and wellness escape will open in Botswana’s wildlife-rich Okavango Delta this May,
The World Travel & Tourism Council 's (WTTC) Hotel Sustainability Basics verification (Basics) has achieved
Kerzner International has officially opened the doors to its striking new vertical resort, One&Only One
Premium South African spa and skincare brand Terres d’Afrique* has announced new partnerships with four
New research from Flinders University in Australia has found that breast reduction surgery can change
Body Bike and Gym 80 have launched a range of co-branded bikes which are available
Elevate
Elevate
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions
Antonio Iozzo, founder and CEO of Body Action Gym in Johannesburg, South Africa, has announced
Babylonstoren, a historic converted Cape Dutch farm estate with a boutique hotel, spa and winery,
Virgin Active and Myrtha Wellness have joined forces to open a health club and wellness
A new report by Deloitte, outlining the social and economic value of the global health
After a three-year hiatus, FIBO’s return on 7-10 April 2022 heralded a strong restart for
Two Asian-inspired wellness sanctuaries by Banyan Tree will open on luxury private islands off the
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
Premium hotel brand Bulgari Hotels & Resorts has signed plans to launch a new luxury
A puppet of a refugee girl has 'walked' across Europe on a 5,000km (3,100m) journey,
Luxury resort operator One&Only Resorts and international skincare and spa brand ESPA have partnered to
Fitness is the world's most popular physical activity and more than 50 per cent of
Auberge Resorts Collection has been appointed by Leeu Collection to manage Collegio alla Querce, Auberge
Johnson Health Tech (JHT) has acquired its distributor, Matrix Fitness South Africa. Following the deal,
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
The Ozen Collection has launched a brand new spa and wellness concept called Ele |
Undertaking regular physical activity could cut the risk of dying from infectious diseases – such
Virgin Active investors are understood to be preparing a £60m+ funding injection into the fitness
The Leeu Spa at Leeu Estates, Leeu Collection’s flagship property, has re-opened under the management
Be Military Fit (BMF) has completed a restructuring project, designed to transform the outdoor fitness
Spa software company, Zenoti, has produced insights into the impact coronavirus is having on its
Fox Browne Creative have created a treehouse-like overnight retreat for the &Beyond Ngala Private Game
Beauty and spa therapy educational organisation CIDESCO International has entered into an agreement with skincare
The physical activity economy is now a US$828bn (€752bn, £655bn) market – and its value
CIDESCO International, the standards setter for the global spa and beauty industries, has announced that
Designs have been released for the latest edition of the famous Ice Hotel in Jukkasjärvi,
Hadspen House, a Grade II-listed country house on the Emily Estate in Somerset, UK, will
Saturday, 8 June 2019 will mark the eighth annual Global Wellness Day (GWD), and thousands
Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa in Johannesburg, South Africa, has unveiled a new garden spa,
Boutique HIIT studio operator Ritual Gym will open its first site in the US next
Skincare brand Elemental Herbology has appointed Carolyne as global sales director. Beck has 25 years’
Created by South African interior designers Studio A, Chapter Roma Hotel is slated to open
A major new waterpark operation has opened its doors in Johannesburg, South Africa, with the
The Two Oceans Aquarium in Cape Town, South Africa, has announced the completion of several
BIG and Heatherwick Studio were among the winners on day one of the World Architecture
A study by research institute RAND Europe has suggested that there is a guaranteed way
One&Only will open its second Nature Resort this October, the One&Only Nyungwe House resort, set
12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Coaching workshops from Keith Smith and Adam Daniel have been designed to empower your team and transform your service
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
HCM magazine
Everyone's talking about
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
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
HCM magazine
Life lessons
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
Specifier
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
News report
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, 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
Interview
Go Fit is spreading its wings, with a five-year plan for growth and new projects already under construction in Italy. Its new CEO speaks to Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jen Holland

CEO: Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
HCM magazine
HCM People

Belinda Steward

MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure
We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate
HCM magazine
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
When a hefty round of investment coincided with the pandemic, the CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs feared the company – founded by his grandfather – would go down on his watch. He talks to Kath Hudson about the pressure to keep the business afloat
HCM magazine
We introduced good mood messaging, communicating the idea of exercise being ‘for the feeling’
HCM magazine
Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
HCM magazine
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers according to the 11th annual European Health & Fitness Market Report 2024 from Deloitte and EuropeActive, as Karsten Hollasch reports
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: W3Fit EMEA’s innovative programme sets sail for Sardinia, Italy
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, W3Fit EMEA, is heading to the Chia Laguna resort in Sardinia from 8-11 October.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Introducing the Schwinn Z Bike: where innovation meets performance
In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of innovation. Now, we proudly present the Schwinn Z Bike, the culmination of our legacy of excellence.
Company profiles
Company profile: CET Ltd
The focus for two decades was low temperature saltwater hydrotherapy, in particular the CryoSpa Sport ...
Company profiles
Company profile: GLL
GLL
As the UK’s leading provider of both leisure centres and libraries, GLL operate nearly 400 ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
CoverMe Ltd press release: Roehampton Club raises the bar for class cover with CoverMe
Roehampton Club is an exclusive club in south London catering for 5,000 members, which prides itself on delivering exceptional fitness experiences.
Featured press releases
ABC Trainerize press release: New ABC Trainerize Webinar: How to earn more with clients and members you already have
ABC Trainerize, a leading software platform for the fitness industry, recently ran a webinar for studio and gym owners on how to increase gym revenue with Gym Launch CEO, Cale Owen.
Directory
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
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

South Africa news

A boutique safari and wellness escape will open in Botswana’s wildlife-rich Okavango Delta this May,
The World Travel & Tourism Council 's (WTTC) Hotel Sustainability Basics verification (Basics) has achieved
Kerzner International has officially opened the doors to its striking new vertical resort, One&Only One
Premium South African spa and skincare brand Terres d’Afrique* has announced new partnerships with four
New research from Flinders University in Australia has found that breast reduction surgery can change
Body Bike and Gym 80 have launched a range of co-branded bikes which are available
Elevate
Elevate
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions
Antonio Iozzo, founder and CEO of Body Action Gym in Johannesburg, South Africa, has announced
Babylonstoren, a historic converted Cape Dutch farm estate with a boutique hotel, spa and winery,
Virgin Active and Myrtha Wellness have joined forces to open a health club and wellness
A new report by Deloitte, outlining the social and economic value of the global health
After a three-year hiatus, FIBO’s return on 7-10 April 2022 heralded a strong restart for
Two Asian-inspired wellness sanctuaries by Banyan Tree will open on luxury private islands off the
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
Premium hotel brand Bulgari Hotels & Resorts has signed plans to launch a new luxury
A puppet of a refugee girl has 'walked' across Europe on a 5,000km (3,100m) journey,
Luxury resort operator One&Only Resorts and international skincare and spa brand ESPA have partnered to
Fitness is the world's most popular physical activity and more than 50 per cent of
Auberge Resorts Collection has been appointed by Leeu Collection to manage Collegio alla Querce, Auberge
Johnson Health Tech (JHT) has acquired its distributor, Matrix Fitness South Africa. Following the deal,
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
The Ozen Collection has launched a brand new spa and wellness concept called Ele |
Undertaking regular physical activity could cut the risk of dying from infectious diseases – such
Virgin Active investors are understood to be preparing a £60m+ funding injection into the fitness
The Leeu Spa at Leeu Estates, Leeu Collection’s flagship property, has re-opened under the management
Be Military Fit (BMF) has completed a restructuring project, designed to transform the outdoor fitness
Spa software company, Zenoti, has produced insights into the impact coronavirus is having on its
Fox Browne Creative have created a treehouse-like overnight retreat for the &Beyond Ngala Private Game
Beauty and spa therapy educational organisation CIDESCO International has entered into an agreement with skincare
The physical activity economy is now a US$828bn (€752bn, £655bn) market – and its value
CIDESCO International, the standards setter for the global spa and beauty industries, has announced that
Designs have been released for the latest edition of the famous Ice Hotel in Jukkasjärvi,
Hadspen House, a Grade II-listed country house on the Emily Estate in Somerset, UK, will
Saturday, 8 June 2019 will mark the eighth annual Global Wellness Day (GWD), and thousands
Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa in Johannesburg, South Africa, has unveiled a new garden spa,
Boutique HIIT studio operator Ritual Gym will open its first site in the US next
Skincare brand Elemental Herbology has appointed Carolyne as global sales director. Beck has 25 years’
Created by South African interior designers Studio A, Chapter Roma Hotel is slated to open
A major new waterpark operation has opened its doors in Johannesburg, South Africa, with the
The Two Oceans Aquarium in Cape Town, South Africa, has announced the completion of several
BIG and Heatherwick Studio were among the winners on day one of the World Architecture
A study by research institute RAND Europe has suggested that there is a guaranteed way
One&Only will open its second Nature Resort this October, the One&Only Nyungwe House resort, set
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Coaching workshops from Keith Smith and Adam Daniel have been designed to empower your team and transform your service
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
HCM magazine
HCM People

Belinda Steward

MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure
We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate
HCM magazine
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
When a hefty round of investment coincided with the pandemic, the CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs feared the company – founded by his grandfather – would go down on his watch. He talks to Kath Hudson about the pressure to keep the business afloat
HCM magazine
We introduced good mood messaging, communicating the idea of exercise being ‘for the feeling’
HCM magazine
Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
HCM magazine
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers according to the 11th annual European Health & Fitness Market Report 2024 from Deloitte and EuropeActive, as Karsten Hollasch reports
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: W3Fit EMEA’s innovative programme sets sail for Sardinia, Italy
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, W3Fit EMEA, is heading to the Chia Laguna resort in Sardinia from 8-11 October.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Introducing the Schwinn Z Bike: where innovation meets performance
In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of innovation. Now, we proudly present the Schwinn Z Bike, the culmination of our legacy of excellence.
Company profiles
Company profile: CET Ltd
The focus for two decades was low temperature saltwater hydrotherapy, in particular the CryoSpa Sport ...
Company profiles
Company profile: GLL
GLL
As the UK’s leading provider of both leisure centres and libraries, GLL operate nearly 400 ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
CoverMe Ltd press release: Roehampton Club raises the bar for class cover with CoverMe
Roehampton Club is an exclusive club in south London catering for 5,000 members, which prides itself on delivering exceptional fitness experiences.
Featured press releases
ABC Trainerize press release: New ABC Trainerize Webinar: How to earn more with clients and members you already have
ABC Trainerize, a leading software platform for the fitness industry, recently ran a webinar for studio and gym owners on how to increase gym revenue with Gym Launch CEO, Cale Owen.
Directory
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
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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