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It has been reported that health and fitness club chain Esporta, owned by Duke Street
Oldham Community Leisure has revealed that income has increased by 33 per cent over the
Sandwell Leisure Trust has successfully achieved Quest accreditation for four of its sports centres. The
The Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) is facilitating a programme of training funded by the
A planning application for a £250,000 spa at the Pendle Wavelengths swimming pool in Nelson,
Stockton Borough Council has approved a £3.5m extension to the Splash centre, which opened in
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Legal & General Ventures (LGV) has announced the £96m sale of The Club Company to
The latest research from HAFOS (the Health and Fitness Omnibus Survey) – carried out by
A £2m regional gymnastics centre has opened in Spennymoor, County Durham. The facility will be
Next Generation Clubs has just announced the commencement of a £12m project at Kembrey Park,
Upgrades at Letchworth Leisure Centre continue with a £1.5m investment in state-of-the-art fitness facilities, due
This summer, the Junior Summer Fitness Challenge (JSFC) is rolling out to 10 leisure sites
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
The Inclusive Fitness Initiative (IFI) and the Fitness Industry Association (FIA) are applying for a
Oxford City Council has announced the official reopening of the Blackbird Leys Leisure Centre in
Leisure trust Fusion has signed a 25-year lease with Lambeth Council to operate Brockwell Lido
Somerset-based leisure trust, Crewkerne Leisure Management, has opened the new £1.2m Active Lifestyle Centre at
The International Health, Racquet and Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) has established a merit scholarship to its
Plans for a new £25m sports and leisure centre for a former steelworks site in
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Health and racquets club chain Esporta is set to open its new £12m club in
Leisure management company Leisure Connection is to introduce personal trainers at its Harpers-branded gyms. Leisure
This year’s Fitness Industry Association (FIA) Commit to Get Fit campaign is set to kick
Independent health club Fitness 2000 in Great Yarmouth has received a £16,000 grant from the
Whitbread’s David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has agreed a deal with the Saga Group, with the
Work has begun on the building of the £14m Tudor Grange Leisure Centre in Solihull.
The Inclusive Fitness Initiative (IFI) is investigating the potential delivery of the scheme in Europe,
The Spanish gym market has enjoyed an average annual growth rate of 9 per cent
Recent expansions by Virgin Active Italy include the opening of new outdoor terraces at the
The first two centres of new health club chain Emotion Fitness have opened in Hungary,
Belgian fitness chain Sportopolis is in merger talks with HealthCity – the largest fitness chain
Newly-appointed Scandinavian ambassador for IHRSA, Doug Miller, has spearheaded a Scandinavian Active Network conference to
Fitness franchise company Curves International has launched its first club in Norway and announced plans
Greens Health and Fitness has appointed three general managers at its Shipley, Wakefield and Edinburgh
Former Bannatyne Falkirk fitness manager Ian McKinnell has joined Bannatyne’s Edinburgh club as general manager.
Alex Blackwell has been appointed to the new role of group lifeguarding manager at DC
Exergenics has stepped up its international expansion drive by hiring James Mair to advise on
Dave Stalker has been appointed business development director at supplement and health food provider Ultralife.
IT solutions provider ClubRunner has appointed Jon Johnston as its new sales and marketing manager.
More than 1,000 children were welcomed to sports venues across Edinburgh to participate in this
A new gym has opened at Alderman Smith School in Nuneaton, Warwickshire. The school –
A new, 175sq m (2,150sq ft) health and fitness facility has just opened at Saltley
12,300
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The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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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
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.
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The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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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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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
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Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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HCM magazine
Editor's letter
We’d like to see training bodies creating qualifications that deliver expertise in supporting both the body and the mind
HCM magazine
Insight
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
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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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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
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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
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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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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
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
As more people join clubs to support their mental health, fitness professionals need to be empowered to take a holistic approach. Kath Hudson shares useful tools discussed at the ACE summit on mental health
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
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
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
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
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
We’ve had an outstanding year, with record revenues of €77m and €31m in EBITDA in 2023.
HCM magazine
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
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
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: 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: Parkwood Leisure
As a family-owned business built on strong family values, Parkwood Leisure takes pride in offering ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Everyone Active
Everyone Active's aim is to get communities active, engaged and entertained through our wide-ranging activities ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Featured press releases
Technogym press release: DESIGN TO MOVE exhibition celebrates 40 years of Technogym with 40 unique creations by 40 designers
At 2024 Milan Design Week, Technogym celebrated its 40 years with the special exhibition "Design to Move”, featuring 40 unique Technogym Benches – one of the brand's iconic products – designed by 40 different international designers and artists from all over the world.
Directory
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
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

Latest news

It has been reported that health and fitness club chain Esporta, owned by Duke Street
Oldham Community Leisure has revealed that income has increased by 33 per cent over the
Sandwell Leisure Trust has successfully achieved Quest accreditation for four of its sports centres. The
The Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) is facilitating a programme of training funded by the
A planning application for a £250,000 spa at the Pendle Wavelengths swimming pool in Nelson,
Stockton Borough Council has approved a £3.5m extension to the Splash centre, which opened in
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Legal & General Ventures (LGV) has announced the £96m sale of The Club Company to
The latest research from HAFOS (the Health and Fitness Omnibus Survey) – carried out by
A £2m regional gymnastics centre has opened in Spennymoor, County Durham. The facility will be
Next Generation Clubs has just announced the commencement of a £12m project at Kembrey Park,
Upgrades at Letchworth Leisure Centre continue with a £1.5m investment in state-of-the-art fitness facilities, due
This summer, the Junior Summer Fitness Challenge (JSFC) is rolling out to 10 leisure sites
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
The Inclusive Fitness Initiative (IFI) and the Fitness Industry Association (FIA) are applying for a
Oxford City Council has announced the official reopening of the Blackbird Leys Leisure Centre in
Leisure trust Fusion has signed a 25-year lease with Lambeth Council to operate Brockwell Lido
Somerset-based leisure trust, Crewkerne Leisure Management, has opened the new £1.2m Active Lifestyle Centre at
The International Health, Racquet and Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) has established a merit scholarship to its
Plans for a new £25m sports and leisure centre for a former steelworks site in
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Health and racquets club chain Esporta is set to open its new £12m club in
Leisure management company Leisure Connection is to introduce personal trainers at its Harpers-branded gyms. Leisure
This year’s Fitness Industry Association (FIA) Commit to Get Fit campaign is set to kick
Independent health club Fitness 2000 in Great Yarmouth has received a £16,000 grant from the
Whitbread’s David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has agreed a deal with the Saga Group, with the
Work has begun on the building of the £14m Tudor Grange Leisure Centre in Solihull.
The Inclusive Fitness Initiative (IFI) is investigating the potential delivery of the scheme in Europe,
The Spanish gym market has enjoyed an average annual growth rate of 9 per cent
Recent expansions by Virgin Active Italy include the opening of new outdoor terraces at the
The first two centres of new health club chain Emotion Fitness have opened in Hungary,
Belgian fitness chain Sportopolis is in merger talks with HealthCity – the largest fitness chain
Newly-appointed Scandinavian ambassador for IHRSA, Doug Miller, has spearheaded a Scandinavian Active Network conference to
Fitness franchise company Curves International has launched its first club in Norway and announced plans
Greens Health and Fitness has appointed three general managers at its Shipley, Wakefield and Edinburgh
Former Bannatyne Falkirk fitness manager Ian McKinnell has joined Bannatyne’s Edinburgh club as general manager.
Alex Blackwell has been appointed to the new role of group lifeguarding manager at DC
Exergenics has stepped up its international expansion drive by hiring James Mair to advise on
Dave Stalker has been appointed business development director at supplement and health food provider Ultralife.
IT solutions provider ClubRunner has appointed Jon Johnston as its new sales and marketing manager.
More than 1,000 children were welcomed to sports venues across Edinburgh to participate in this
A new gym has opened at Alderman Smith School in Nuneaton, Warwickshire. The school –
A new, 175sq m (2,150sq ft) health and fitness facility has just opened at Saltley
10156 - 10170 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
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
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 New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
As more people join clubs to support their mental health, fitness professionals need to be empowered to take a holistic approach. Kath Hudson shares useful tools discussed at the ACE summit on mental health
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
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
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
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
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
We’ve had an outstanding year, with record revenues of €77m and €31m in EBITDA in 2023.
HCM magazine
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
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
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: 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: Parkwood Leisure
As a family-owned business built on strong family values, Parkwood Leisure takes pride in offering ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Everyone Active
Everyone Active's aim is to get communities active, engaged and entertained through our wide-ranging activities ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Featured press releases
Technogym press release: DESIGN TO MOVE exhibition celebrates 40 years of Technogym with 40 unique creations by 40 designers
At 2024 Milan Design Week, Technogym celebrated its 40 years with the special exhibition "Design to Move”, featuring 40 unique Technogym Benches – one of the brand's iconic products – designed by 40 different international designers and artists from all over the world.
Directory
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
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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