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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

fitness club news

Planet Fitness has become the subject of a hate campaign by certain groups of consumers
With a new master franchisee on board, the rollout of Anytime Fitness in the Middle
Urban Gym Group has announced plans to trial women’s zones in some of its clubs
Orangetheory and Self Esteem Brands have revealed plans to merge 'as equals' creating a new
Chuck Runyon, CEO of Self Esteem Brands (SEB), has told HCM that rumours the company
Spa and wellness travel website Spas of America has unveiled its Top 100 Spas of
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
Xponential Fitness, the largest global franchisor of boutique fitness brands, has announced the opening of
Flynn Restaurant Group, the world’s largest fast food franchise operator, with ambitions to be the
In a world where technology is advancing at a breakneck pace, it's no surprise that
Dave Mortensen, co-founder of Self Esteem Brands (SEB) – the company behind a raft of wellness
Staying fit is the key to good health. Now, more and more people are realising
In the world of fitness, the latest technology is providing new and exciting opportunities for
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
The Brawn Games – due to be hosted at the Ministry of Sound on 13
The Peak Fitness Club & Spa at London’s Carlton Tower Jumeirah, has refreshed its spa
Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind regenerative tourism destinations Amaala and The Red Sea,
Total Fitness is looking to expand its operations and upgrade its club portfolio after securing
Egym has completed a Series F financing round which will see it raise up to
Self Esteem Brands (SEB) is taking its Anytime Fitness brand to France, following the signing
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Urban Gym Group is adding to its network of fitness clubs with the opening of
Premium London hotel The Carlton Tower Jumeirah has unveiled a new partnership with Seed to
European fitness operators have seen a strong return to growth, with member numbers and income
Fitness franchise operator Anytime Fitness has launched a new app, offering members 24/7 engagement with
Luxury lifestyle brand Bamford is launching a private members club on the same site as
RSG Group is considering the sale of its Spanish clubs, which include more than 40
Achieving success takes tenacity. The right partners and processes are vital. What do successful gyms
Vitruvian has launched a new partner programme for its AI-driven Trainer+ for fitness clubs and
Wearable technology is 2023’s number one worldwide fitness trend according to the American College of
Luxury fitness chain Equinox has hit the headlines with a new year membership campaign that
RSG Group has announced that Hagen Wingertszahn and Dr Jobst Müller-Trimbusch will take over the
Resort developer and operator Kerzner International has announced its new wellbeing- and fitness-centric hospitality brand
The first luxury health club from Armah Sports, Optimo, has opened in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
HydroMassage is now WellnessSpace Brands, featuring a suite of three wellness and recovery experiences. Joining
US-based health, fitness and racquets club operator, Life Time, has opened a residential wellness resort
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has acquired fitness clubs ABC Serrano and La Finca in Madrid.
Global spa development firm TLEE Spas + Wellness recently teamed up with Auberge Resorts Collection
4 Global has expanded its Data Hub (DataHub) platform into Europe. The announcement was made
Scandinavian fitness chain SATS has reported Q2 results showing a 53 per cent increase in
Total Fitness says its membership numbers are back to pre-COVID-19 levels. With fifteen clubs in
LA Fitness co-founder, David Turner, has acquired the assets and IPs of The Leisure Database
Evolution Wellness has closed all its Fitness First operations in Hong Kong. The pandemic’s impact
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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
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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
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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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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
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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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
Research
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
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
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
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
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
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
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
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
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: 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: Places Leisure
Places Leisure aims to enlighten our communities about the benefits of a healthy lifestyle in ...
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
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
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

fitness club news

Planet Fitness has become the subject of a hate campaign by certain groups of consumers
With a new master franchisee on board, the rollout of Anytime Fitness in the Middle
Urban Gym Group has announced plans to trial women’s zones in some of its clubs
Orangetheory and Self Esteem Brands have revealed plans to merge 'as equals' creating a new
Chuck Runyon, CEO of Self Esteem Brands (SEB), has told HCM that rumours the company
Spa and wellness travel website Spas of America has unveiled its Top 100 Spas of
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
Xponential Fitness, the largest global franchisor of boutique fitness brands, has announced the opening of
Flynn Restaurant Group, the world’s largest fast food franchise operator, with ambitions to be the
In a world where technology is advancing at a breakneck pace, it's no surprise that
Dave Mortensen, co-founder of Self Esteem Brands (SEB) – the company behind a raft of wellness
Staying fit is the key to good health. Now, more and more people are realising
In the world of fitness, the latest technology is providing new and exciting opportunities for
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
The Brawn Games – due to be hosted at the Ministry of Sound on 13
The Peak Fitness Club & Spa at London’s Carlton Tower Jumeirah, has refreshed its spa
Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind regenerative tourism destinations Amaala and The Red Sea,
Total Fitness is looking to expand its operations and upgrade its club portfolio after securing
Egym has completed a Series F financing round which will see it raise up to
Self Esteem Brands (SEB) is taking its Anytime Fitness brand to France, following the signing
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Urban Gym Group is adding to its network of fitness clubs with the opening of
Premium London hotel The Carlton Tower Jumeirah has unveiled a new partnership with Seed to
European fitness operators have seen a strong return to growth, with member numbers and income
Fitness franchise operator Anytime Fitness has launched a new app, offering members 24/7 engagement with
Luxury lifestyle brand Bamford is launching a private members club on the same site as
RSG Group is considering the sale of its Spanish clubs, which include more than 40
Achieving success takes tenacity. The right partners and processes are vital. What do successful gyms
Vitruvian has launched a new partner programme for its AI-driven Trainer+ for fitness clubs and
Wearable technology is 2023’s number one worldwide fitness trend according to the American College of
Luxury fitness chain Equinox has hit the headlines with a new year membership campaign that
RSG Group has announced that Hagen Wingertszahn and Dr Jobst Müller-Trimbusch will take over the
Resort developer and operator Kerzner International has announced its new wellbeing- and fitness-centric hospitality brand
The first luxury health club from Armah Sports, Optimo, has opened in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
HydroMassage is now WellnessSpace Brands, featuring a suite of three wellness and recovery experiences. Joining
US-based health, fitness and racquets club operator, Life Time, has opened a residential wellness resort
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has acquired fitness clubs ABC Serrano and La Finca in Madrid.
Global spa development firm TLEE Spas + Wellness recently teamed up with Auberge Resorts Collection
4 Global has expanded its Data Hub (DataHub) platform into Europe. The announcement was made
Scandinavian fitness chain SATS has reported Q2 results showing a 53 per cent increase in
Total Fitness says its membership numbers are back to pre-COVID-19 levels. With fifteen clubs in
LA Fitness co-founder, David Turner, has acquired the assets and IPs of The Leisure Database
Evolution Wellness has closed all its Fitness First operations in Hong Kong. The pandemic’s impact
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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
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
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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
We already have an incredible organisation, but we’re humble enough to recognise there are still areas for continued improvement
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
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
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
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: 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: Places Leisure
Places Leisure aims to enlighten our communities about the benefits of a healthy lifestyle in ...
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
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
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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