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The FH Joanneum University of Applied Sciences offers a unique MBA programme in International Hospitality
Unesco’s World Heritage Centre has said that its listed reefs are likely to disappear by
Ufi Ibrahim, chief executive of the British Hospitality Association (BHA), has called on the government
Yoga can improve existing aches but also cause musculoskeletal pain and worsen injuries, according to
Rugby coaches and PE teachers will be offered a free course to teach them how
West Bromwich Albion (WBA) has become the first Premier League football club to officially declare
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, a W3Fit EMEA, is heading
Physical activity levels among teenagers are similar to that of 60-year olds, according to US
Wellness-focused mind-body interventions – such as meditation, yoga and tai chi – appear to be
A large, randomised controlled trial of the use of acupuncture in emergency departments has found
A new study supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) has suggested that there are
Waterparks worldwide enjoyed a fruitful 2016, with combined attendance among the top 20 increasing to
Ground has broken on the new Tainan Public Library in Taiwan, designed by Dutch architects
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In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
The governing body for South African rugby union has lodged an official bid to host
Hilton has unveiled a new in-room wellness concept, Five Feet to Fitness, which brings more
Gyms and health clubs that offer virtual fitness can significantly drive higher levels of member
An inactive lifestyle increases the risk developing kidney or bladder cancer, according to a US
Chronic sleep deprivation could cause the brain to begin “eating itself” – resulting in significant
Architects, designers, engineers, planners and manufacturers gathered in London earlier this month to participate in
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of
UK citizens will make 80m outbound trips by 2020, with the market projected to reach
Spa Business Education – the educational arm of the Raison d’Etre Group – has launched
Ohio’s Cincinnati Art Museum has received the largest gift in the institution's history: a US$11.75m
The Global Wellness Summit is bringing three experts on the neuroscience of beauty to its
The Asian spa and wellness sector faces four critical challenges, according to a new report.
Health experts have debunked the idea that people can be overweight but medically fit, according
Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava has told CLADglobal how he wants to use technology and advanced
US-based on-demand massage service Soothe has entered the Australian market, launching in the cities of
More than half of people working in the sport, leisure and fitness industry feel as
Acclaimed interior designer Lyndon Neri has told CLAD that our notions of personal space should
NASA has awarded the Orlando Science Center in Florida a US$1.2m (€1.1m, £930,000) grant to
James Corner, one of the leading figures behind New York’s High Line elevated park, has
The mayor of Liverpool has opened the door to a ‘Northern Powerhouse’ bid for the
The architect behind the American Museum of Natural History's hotly-anticipated new wing has made a
The European Parliament has secured €8m (US$8.7m, £6.7m) in funding for cultural projects ahead of
Exercise equipment manufacturer Cybex has launched its 2017 UK Seminar Programme, a series of 12
The mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has formally withdrawn his support for a Thomas Heatherwick-designed
The capacity of Birmingham’s Alexander Stadium could be increased by almost 30,000 seats if the
Just over a year after SeaWorld announced plans to end its controversial orca breeding plan,
More than 66m Americans used a gym in 2016, a record high since the International
A waxwork model of Darius Rucker has been taken to a whole new level of
The West Kowloon Cultural District Authority (WKCDA) has invited young local architects to conceive an
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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The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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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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University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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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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Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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Letters
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
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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
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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
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Design
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
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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
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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
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News report
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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Insight
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
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What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
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
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
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 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
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
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
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
Fitstop is growing well. In 2023 it added 45 locations and launched in New Zealand, Singapore and the US. It has grown sustainably and has great founder-led energy
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
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Alliance Leisure Services (Design, Build and Fund) press release: £26 Million Investment Paves The Way For Health and Wellbeing Hub At Lincolnshire Sport Complex
South Holland District Council has bolstered its successful £20 million UK Government, Levelling Up Fund bid with a £6 million investment to see the Castle Sports Complex in Spalding transformed into a health and wellbeing hub to drive positive health outcomes for residents across the district.
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Study news

The FH Joanneum University of Applied Sciences offers a unique MBA programme in International Hospitality
Unesco’s World Heritage Centre has said that its listed reefs are likely to disappear by
Ufi Ibrahim, chief executive of the British Hospitality Association (BHA), has called on the government
Yoga can improve existing aches but also cause musculoskeletal pain and worsen injuries, according to
Rugby coaches and PE teachers will be offered a free course to teach them how
West Bromwich Albion (WBA) has become the first Premier League football club to officially declare
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, a W3Fit EMEA, is heading
Physical activity levels among teenagers are similar to that of 60-year olds, according to US
Wellness-focused mind-body interventions – such as meditation, yoga and tai chi – appear to be
A large, randomised controlled trial of the use of acupuncture in emergency departments has found
A new study supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) has suggested that there are
Waterparks worldwide enjoyed a fruitful 2016, with combined attendance among the top 20 increasing to
Ground has broken on the new Tainan Public Library in Taiwan, designed by Dutch architects
Elevate
Elevate
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
The governing body for South African rugby union has lodged an official bid to host
Hilton has unveiled a new in-room wellness concept, Five Feet to Fitness, which brings more
Gyms and health clubs that offer virtual fitness can significantly drive higher levels of member
An inactive lifestyle increases the risk developing kidney or bladder cancer, according to a US
Chronic sleep deprivation could cause the brain to begin “eating itself” – resulting in significant
Architects, designers, engineers, planners and manufacturers gathered in London earlier this month to participate in
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of
UK citizens will make 80m outbound trips by 2020, with the market projected to reach
Spa Business Education – the educational arm of the Raison d’Etre Group – has launched
Ohio’s Cincinnati Art Museum has received the largest gift in the institution's history: a US$11.75m
The Global Wellness Summit is bringing three experts on the neuroscience of beauty to its
The Asian spa and wellness sector faces four critical challenges, according to a new report.
Health experts have debunked the idea that people can be overweight but medically fit, according
Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava has told CLADglobal how he wants to use technology and advanced
US-based on-demand massage service Soothe has entered the Australian market, launching in the cities of
More than half of people working in the sport, leisure and fitness industry feel as
Acclaimed interior designer Lyndon Neri has told CLAD that our notions of personal space should
NASA has awarded the Orlando Science Center in Florida a US$1.2m (€1.1m, £930,000) grant to
James Corner, one of the leading figures behind New York’s High Line elevated park, has
The mayor of Liverpool has opened the door to a ‘Northern Powerhouse’ bid for the
The architect behind the American Museum of Natural History's hotly-anticipated new wing has made a
The European Parliament has secured €8m (US$8.7m, £6.7m) in funding for cultural projects ahead of
Exercise equipment manufacturer Cybex has launched its 2017 UK Seminar Programme, a series of 12
The mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has formally withdrawn his support for a Thomas Heatherwick-designed
The capacity of Birmingham’s Alexander Stadium could be increased by almost 30,000 seats if the
Just over a year after SeaWorld announced plans to end its controversial orca breeding plan,
More than 66m Americans used a gym in 2016, a record high since the International
A waxwork model of Darius Rucker has been taken to a whole new level of
The West Kowloon Cultural District Authority (WKCDA) has invited young local architects to conceive an
651 - 675 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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
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
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
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 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
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
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
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
Fitstop is growing well. In 2023 it added 45 locations and launched in New Zealand, Singapore and the US. It has grown sustainably and has great founder-led energy
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
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Empower your team, transform your service – elevate with coaching workshops
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional facilities but also in cultivating meaningful interactions with members.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Phil Heath, 7x Mr Olympia, shares machine-only leg workout routine
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions about bodybuilding without machines. Should bodybuilders be limited to just free weights? Why?
Company profiles
Company profile: TechnoAlpin
TechnoAlpin is the world leader for snowmaking systems. Our product portfolio includes all different types ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Epassi UK
For the last 22 years Epassi UK have been on a mission to create a ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
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.
Featured press releases
Alliance Leisure Services (Design, Build and Fund) press release: £26 Million Investment Paves The Way For Health and Wellbeing Hub At Lincolnshire Sport Complex
South Holland District Council has bolstered its successful £20 million UK Government, Levelling Up Fund bid with a £6 million investment to see the Castle Sports Complex in Spalding transformed into a health and wellbeing hub to drive positive health outcomes for residents across the district.
Directory
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
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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