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Marriott International and the Leali family, founders of Lefay, have announced plans to enter into
Young V&A, a new museum dedicated entirely to children, has opened its doors in London,
A museum dedicated to children will open its doors in London, UK, on 1 July
Construction work has begun on a £13m redevelopment project which will look to transform the
Christie® GS Series 1DLP® laser projectors are delivering vivid and lifelike visuals in a new
Creating an "unforgettable first museum experience for children" is the aim of the V&A Museum
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Niall McLaughlin Architects have been chosen to design a new, multi-purpose auditorium and public space
Atelier Tao+C have renovated an old building in the Chinese town of Tonglu to create
EMD UK, the national governing body for group exercise, has appointed Marcus Kingwell, the current
Physical activity could be a major tool in battling rising levels of loneliness among young
The V&A Museum of Childhood (MOC) in East London has chosen architecture firm AOC to
Matt Carroll, CEO of the Australian Olympic Committee, has said the organisation will take a
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Tributes from around the world have poured in for the British architect and artist Will
Data and the use of technology to enhance participation will be the theme of active-net
British conservation charity the National Trust has announced a shortlist of six architects in the
Seven diverse proposals from the design teams vying to create a new ampitheatre and pavilion
The Black Country Living Museum (BCLM) in Dudley has been awarded £9.8m by the Heritage
active-net 2017 promises to be bigger and better than ever, with only a handful of
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Former Leicester Tigers and England international rugby player Leon Lloyd will address active-net 2017 delegates
The Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) is partnering UK
Fledgling leisure sector suppliers have the chance to attend a £2,000 business network event for
GLL, Everyone Active and Fusion Lifestyle are among the nominations for this year’s Active Training
Ma Yansong, Bjarke Ingels, Rem Koolhaas and Herzog and de Meuron are all in the
The Football Association (FA) has partnered with more than 170 further and higher education institutions
Workforce development has been announced as the theme for active-net 2017, with the two-day conference
AoC Sport has started its search for Britain’s best student fitness professionals with the launch
The government has given its backing to several new vocational qualifications for 16-19 year-olds preparing
The national body for sport and physical activity in colleges has refreshed its standards as
Loughborough College and West Cheshire claimed top honours at the recent AoC Sport Fitness Trainer
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (HHC) has revealed that its Hyatt Place and Hyatt House brands are
Shenzhen-based developer Huaqiaocheng Group is planning to build and manage a a large theme park
The secretary general of the Australian Olympic Committee (AOC), Bob Elphinston, will retire from the
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Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
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David Lloyd is stepping up its commitment to women’s health as it continues to explore what fit-for-purpose looks like for the female population
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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Greg Bradley looks at the shift towards strength training in gyms and advises on how operators can create the ultimate training environment
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Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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Active IQ is calling for greater accountability in online fitness advice with the launch of a new trustmark
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The industry is embracing consumer-facing tech. Now it’s time to streamline back-of-house systems with Orbit4, says Daniel Jones
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Editor's letter
New insight from Deloitte and Grant Thornton shows record growth, but the real shift is towards identity and perceived value, revealing opportunities to deepen engagement with members
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Research
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
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Specifier
Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
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Interview
With corporately-owned clubs, franchise networks, investments and proprietary tech, Viva Leisure’s ecosystem is redefining how gyms scale and generate revenue. Its CEO speaks to Kate Cracknell
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Insight
Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
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Welcome to Elevate 2026
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Record market penetration in the UK fitness sector masks a deeper shift around consumer engagement, according to a report from Grant Thornton and UK Active, as Liz Terry reports
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HCM People

Deena Gillan

Chair of UK Active’s Independent Council and GM at 3-1-5
There are so many dedicated people in the independent sector – they work hard because they’re passionate about changing lives
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As the entrepreneur who started Wexer, Fresh Fitness, Fitness DK and Repeat, as well as being a former elite athlete, Rasmus Ingerslev’s life looked perfect from the outside, but onthe inside it was a different story. He talks to Kath Hudson about healing old wounds
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Stephen Price

Founder, SP&Co Group
Working in public health over the last few years has lit up parts of my brain again
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If the health service is to survive, we must recognise that it is a disease service – and that wellbeing rests with us, says the activity advocate and healthy ageing champion. He talks to Kate Cracknell
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For every member with a tripod and a big following, there are others irritated at the way equipment is being hogged or wary they’ll be in the background on someone’s Insta feed. Do influencers offer valuable, free marketing or are they just a nuisance? Kath Hudson finds out how operators are responding
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Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
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Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
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I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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Collaborations with the medical profession and greater aspirations around wellbeing are creating a need for more experts in our sector. It’s time to reboot our thinking around the workforce
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Researchers have long known that the brain changes as a result of exercise. Now researchers believe this process is actually driven by the brain
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The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
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Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple systems to be aggregated into one dataset, to support its focus on reducing health inequalities and improving healthy life expectancy.
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AOC news

Marriott International and the Leali family, founders of Lefay, have announced plans to enter into
Young V&A, a new museum dedicated entirely to children, has opened its doors in London,
A museum dedicated to children will open its doors in London, UK, on 1 July
Construction work has begun on a £13m redevelopment project which will look to transform the
Christie® GS Series 1DLP® laser projectors are delivering vivid and lifelike visuals in a new
Creating an "unforgettable first museum experience for children" is the aim of the V&A Museum
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Niall McLaughlin Architects have been chosen to design a new, multi-purpose auditorium and public space
Atelier Tao+C have renovated an old building in the Chinese town of Tonglu to create
EMD UK, the national governing body for group exercise, has appointed Marcus Kingwell, the current
Physical activity could be a major tool in battling rising levels of loneliness among young
The V&A Museum of Childhood (MOC) in East London has chosen architecture firm AOC to
Matt Carroll, CEO of the Australian Olympic Committee, has said the organisation will take a
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Tributes from around the world have poured in for the British architect and artist Will
Data and the use of technology to enhance participation will be the theme of active-net
British conservation charity the National Trust has announced a shortlist of six architects in the
Seven diverse proposals from the design teams vying to create a new ampitheatre and pavilion
The Black Country Living Museum (BCLM) in Dudley has been awarded £9.8m by the Heritage
active-net 2017 promises to be bigger and better than ever, with only a handful of
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Former Leicester Tigers and England international rugby player Leon Lloyd will address active-net 2017 delegates
The Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) is partnering UK
Fledgling leisure sector suppliers have the chance to attend a £2,000 business network event for
GLL, Everyone Active and Fusion Lifestyle are among the nominations for this year’s Active Training
Ma Yansong, Bjarke Ingels, Rem Koolhaas and Herzog and de Meuron are all in the
The Football Association (FA) has partnered with more than 170 further and higher education institutions
Workforce development has been announced as the theme for active-net 2017, with the two-day conference
AoC Sport has started its search for Britain’s best student fitness professionals with the launch
The government has given its backing to several new vocational qualifications for 16-19 year-olds preparing
The national body for sport and physical activity in colleges has refreshed its standards as
Loughborough College and West Cheshire claimed top honours at the recent AoC Sport Fitness Trainer
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (HHC) has revealed that its Hyatt Place and Hyatt House brands are
Shenzhen-based developer Huaqiaocheng Group is planning to build and manage a a large theme park
The secretary general of the Australian Olympic Committee (AOC), Bob Elphinston, will retire from the
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HCM promotional features
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Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
David Lloyd is stepping up its commitment to women’s health as it continues to explore what fit-for-purpose looks like for the female population
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Greg Bradley looks at the shift towards strength training in gyms and advises on how operators can create the ultimate training environment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Active IQ is calling for greater accountability in online fitness advice with the launch of a new trustmark
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The industry is embracing consumer-facing tech. Now it’s time to streamline back-of-house systems with Orbit4, says Daniel Jones
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
As the entrepreneur who started Wexer, Fresh Fitness, Fitness DK and Repeat, as well as being a former elite athlete, Rasmus Ingerslev’s life looked perfect from the outside, but onthe inside it was a different story. He talks to Kath Hudson about healing old wounds
HCM magazine
HCM People

Stephen Price

Founder, SP&Co Group
Working in public health over the last few years has lit up parts of my brain again
HCM magazine
If the health service is to survive, we must recognise that it is a disease service – and that wellbeing rests with us, says the activity advocate and healthy ageing champion. He talks to Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
For every member with a tripod and a big following, there are others irritated at the way equipment is being hogged or wary they’ll be in the background on someone’s Insta feed. Do influencers offer valuable, free marketing or are they just a nuisance? Kath Hudson finds out how operators are responding
HCM magazine
Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
HCM magazine
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
HCM magazine
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
Collaborations with the medical profession and greater aspirations around wellbeing are creating a need for more experts in our sector. It’s time to reboot our thinking around the workforce
HCM magazine
Researchers have long known that the brain changes as a result of exercise. Now researchers believe this process is actually driven by the brain
HCM magazine
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
HCM magazine
Opinion
promotion
Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
Opinion: Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Supporting long-term health: why whole body vibration belongs in clinical settings
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay active, independent and feeling good for longer.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Cornerstone Connect helps Active Blackpool tackle health inequalities
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple systems to be aggregated into one dataset, to support its focus on reducing health inequalities and improving healthy life expectancy.
Company profiles
Company profile: Vor Technologies Ltd
Vor is the world’s most powerful workout generation tool, transforming how fitness businesses deliver personalised ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Panatta Srl
Panatta's mission is to create machines that are aesthetically pleasing, functional and competitive in price ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Pulse Fitness press release: Pulse Fitness’ Trakk ecosystem supports Walsall Leisure in driving community engagement and delivering measurable ROI
Pulse Fitness’ digital solution, Trakk, is helping Walsall Council transform community health engagement into measurable outcomes by combining body composition tracking with targeted physical activity interventions.
Featured press releases
Dyaco UK Ltd press release: Exploring the core of i-Strength: How four digital resistance modes unlock personalised training for everyone
Spirit Fitness built the i-Strength adaptive strength training system around four distinct workout modes.
Directory
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-23 Jun 2026
WX Wakefield , Wakefield, United Kingdom
Diary dates
21-24 Sep 2026
The Langham Huntington Pasadena , Pasadena, United States
Diary dates
06-08 Oct 2026
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
22-22 Oct 2026
QEII Conference Centre, London,
Diary dates
26-29 Oct 2027
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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