Health Club Management magazine
2026 issue 6
Health Club Management 2026 issue 6
On the cover: Saunders & Stalker
Share their new vision for UK Active
5. Editor's letter: Growing the market
We must extend the reach of the industry to the next generation, says Liz Terry
12. Feedback: HCM Forum
Jason Bailey highlights Oldham’s work connecting hospital and health club
14. HCM Zeitgeist: Top trends and fresh ideas
PureGym pilots recovery and Speedflex launches Jnrz programme
18. HCM News: Deals, developments, insights and appointments
Viva Leisure launches budget brand Zoo Fit, Fitness First adds red light therapy, Orangetheory goes to Italy and global trade associations join forces to drive new GLP-1 initiative.
34. HCM People: Matt Parker
The MD of Brio on investing in iconic facilities and delivering greater value for stakeholders
40. HCM People: Shaun Grove
HCM talks to the owner of Stride Fitness about the takeover and reimagining of the coach-led, multi-fitness class brand
48. Profile: Seb Coe
The World Athletics president talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X, the World Treadmill Championships, in partnership with Technogym
58. Opinion: Everyone's talking about ... waitlists
Would you stop selling memberships to prevent club overcrowding? Kath Hudson asks the experts
66. Sponsored: Myzone – Power of community
Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
Health Club Management 2026 issue 6
On the cover: Saunders & Stalker
Share their new vision for UK Active
68. Data: Evolving position
HCM reports on findings from the 20th State of the Industry report as Leisure DB rebrands to Evolve
74. Obituary: Les Mills
The industry mourns the passing of one of the founding fathers of fitness
78. Healthspan: Ramping up healthy ageing
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, reports Muir Gray
82. Liability: Data alert
Operators need to be aware of new legislation that’s exposing weaknesses and potential liabilities in the handling of members’ data, says Andy Chesterman
86. First person: Stacked for impact
Lisa Starr tries out the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one wellness experience really can deliver more
90. Tech: Beyond Club Management
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the benefit of operators and members
102. Profile: Cameron Saunders
UK Active’s new CEO explains why he believes the sector can drive consumer engagement to double in size
112. Profile: David Stalker
Industry veteran and UK Active’s new chair sets out his vision for the sector
120. Fitness-kit.net: Product innovations
Julie Cramer rounds up the latest fitness, health and wellness launches
122. Research: Lost steps
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
123. Reader services: HCM Directory
If you’re in procurement, the HCM Directory is part of an extensive network of resources designed for you that includes www.HCMmag.com/CompanyProfiles
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