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Acquisition news

London-based high-performance fitness club, ONE LDN, is raising funds for a multi-site expansion across London,

The owner of one of Australia's best-known waterparks has acquired a major competitor,

PureGym Group has announced that group chief financial officer, Alex Wood, is taking over the
Peloton has made the strategic acquisition of Pilates start-up, Skōp, to support the expansion of
Atmantan Wellness Centre, an integrative wellness destination in Mulshi, near Pune in India, is expanding
Therme Manchester’s 28-acre development, which will include interconnected glass pavilions that measure 65,000sq m, will
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
VivaGym – the fast-growing operator of high-value low-price gyms in Spain and Portugal – is
On unveiling a strong set of year-end results, PureGym CEO, Clive Chesser, says the low-cost
Basic-Fit has received permission to operate 24/7 staffless clubs in France, a change which is
Vladi Kovanic, founder of Forum Hotel and Spa (Forum HOTel&SPA), shares her thoughts on the
LifeFit Group CEO, Martin Seibold, has been presented with the Global Leader Award by the
Xponential Fitness says it has settled two major cases out of court as it seeks
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
David Lloyd Leisure is significantly boosting its European presence, with the acquisition of health and
LifeFit Group continues its buy-and-build strategy with the acquisition of Just Fit, which has 20
David Lloyd Clubs has announced plans to develop a premium, family-friendly club in Hampton Court,
GOCO Hospitality has acquired Fivelements Retreat in Bali, Indonesia, which it plans to relaunch in
Urban Gym Group is gearing up to launch its Trainmore brand into the UK market
Foundry has added two new clubs to its portfolio with the acquisition of Instate, an
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
In its fourth transaction of the year, Germany’s LifeFit Group has acquired three Elixia premium
Champneys has announced the acquisition of Buxton Crescent spa hotel in Derbyshire, UK, in partnership
JD Gyms celebrated a milestone this week by opening its 100th site. The Enfield club
Mandarin Oriental has opened its second property in Dubai, UAE, called Mandarin Oriental Downtown Dubai
Basic-Fit has acquired German franchise, Clever Fit, taking its estate to 2,150 clubs and making
"The fitness industry is facing an identity crisis," was Anna Bjustam's opening statement as she
Greg Oliver, CEO of Fitness & Lifestyle Group (FLG), has just spoken live at the
Pioneering DNA-based health and wellness company, FitnessGenes, has welcomed Justin Musgrove to the company in
Hong Kong-based conglomerate Jardine Matheson is aiming to buy the remaining shares it does not
Ecommerce company Excalibur Group has announced the strategic acquisition of spa deal website Spabreaks.com, enhancing
Peloton has announced a complete overhaul of its portfolio which will see it introducing an
Snozone, Europe’s largest indoor ski centre operator is seeking acquisition opportunities in the UK health
NRG Gyms has announced the acquisition of Pump Gyms, expanding its UK estate from seven
Spas participating in the Miami Spa Months campaign are securing new clients and increasing bookings,
The Gym Group has announced it will pilot a partnership with Wellhub (formerly Gympass), making
Xponential Fitness has today announced the appointment of Mike Nuzzo as CEO, effective immediately. Mark
As Urban Gym Group snaps up three new clubs, it says it is actively seeking
Planet Fitness, which is listed on the Nasdaq, is thought to be positioning for a
Hotel del Coronado – known as “The Del” – in San Diego, is reopening its
US athletic country club chain, Life Time, has broadened its offering with the acquisition of
Treningshelse Holding has consolidated all its health club operations under a new brand – Sporty –
Mindbody, which also owns Booker and Classpass has revealed a new parent brand for the
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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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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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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New launch, Salus House, elevates boutique wellness with high service levels and a partnership with Technogym
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BLK BOX has been reimagining elite performance spaces for more than a decade. Founder and former athlete, Greg Bradley, tells us what it takes
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Welcome to Elevate 2026
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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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Phillip Mills

CEO, Les Mills
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Talking point
UK market penetration has risen to 18 per cent – one of the highest globally, yet with 100 per cent of people seeing benefits when they exercise, how high could it go? Kath Hudson asks the experts…
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Insight
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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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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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
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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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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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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I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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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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Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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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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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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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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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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Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
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Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
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Acquisition news

London-based high-performance fitness club, ONE LDN, is raising funds for a multi-site expansion across London,

The owner of one of Australia's best-known waterparks has acquired a major competitor,

PureGym Group has announced that group chief financial officer, Alex Wood, is taking over the
Peloton has made the strategic acquisition of Pilates start-up, Skōp, to support the expansion of
Atmantan Wellness Centre, an integrative wellness destination in Mulshi, near Pune in India, is expanding
Therme Manchester’s 28-acre development, which will include interconnected glass pavilions that measure 65,000sq m, will
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
VivaGym – the fast-growing operator of high-value low-price gyms in Spain and Portugal – is
On unveiling a strong set of year-end results, PureGym CEO, Clive Chesser, says the low-cost
Basic-Fit has received permission to operate 24/7 staffless clubs in France, a change which is
Vladi Kovanic, founder of Forum Hotel and Spa (Forum HOTel&SPA), shares her thoughts on the
LifeFit Group CEO, Martin Seibold, has been presented with the Global Leader Award by the
Xponential Fitness says it has settled two major cases out of court as it seeks
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
David Lloyd Leisure is significantly boosting its European presence, with the acquisition of health and
LifeFit Group continues its buy-and-build strategy with the acquisition of Just Fit, which has 20
David Lloyd Clubs has announced plans to develop a premium, family-friendly club in Hampton Court,
GOCO Hospitality has acquired Fivelements Retreat in Bali, Indonesia, which it plans to relaunch in
Urban Gym Group is gearing up to launch its Trainmore brand into the UK market
Foundry has added two new clubs to its portfolio with the acquisition of Instate, an
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
In its fourth transaction of the year, Germany’s LifeFit Group has acquired three Elixia premium
Champneys has announced the acquisition of Buxton Crescent spa hotel in Derbyshire, UK, in partnership
JD Gyms celebrated a milestone this week by opening its 100th site. The Enfield club
Mandarin Oriental has opened its second property in Dubai, UAE, called Mandarin Oriental Downtown Dubai
Basic-Fit has acquired German franchise, Clever Fit, taking its estate to 2,150 clubs and making
"The fitness industry is facing an identity crisis," was Anna Bjustam's opening statement as she
Greg Oliver, CEO of Fitness & Lifestyle Group (FLG), has just spoken live at the
Pioneering DNA-based health and wellness company, FitnessGenes, has welcomed Justin Musgrove to the company in
Hong Kong-based conglomerate Jardine Matheson is aiming to buy the remaining shares it does not
Ecommerce company Excalibur Group has announced the strategic acquisition of spa deal website Spabreaks.com, enhancing
Peloton has announced a complete overhaul of its portfolio which will see it introducing an
Snozone, Europe’s largest indoor ski centre operator is seeking acquisition opportunities in the UK health
NRG Gyms has announced the acquisition of Pump Gyms, expanding its UK estate from seven
Spas participating in the Miami Spa Months campaign are securing new clients and increasing bookings,
The Gym Group has announced it will pilot a partnership with Wellhub (formerly Gympass), making
Xponential Fitness has today announced the appointment of Mike Nuzzo as CEO, effective immediately. Mark
As Urban Gym Group snaps up three new clubs, it says it is actively seeking
Planet Fitness, which is listed on the Nasdaq, is thought to be positioning for a
Hotel del Coronado – known as “The Del” – in San Diego, is reopening its
US athletic country club chain, Life Time, has broadened its offering with the acquisition of
Treningshelse Holding has consolidated all its health club operations under a new brand – Sporty –
Mindbody, which also owns Booker and Classpass has revealed a new parent brand for the
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HCM promotional features
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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
HCM promotional features
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
New launch, Salus House, elevates boutique wellness with high service levels and a partnership with Technogym
HCM promotional features
Promotion
BLK BOX has been reimagining elite performance spaces for more than a decade. Founder and former athlete, Greg Bradley, tells us what it takes
HCM promotional features
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
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
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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
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
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
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
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
HCM magazine
Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
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: CoverMe extends matching service to personal training, rewriting how members and personal trainers connect
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal training platform that connects the right personal trainer to the right client in under 10 seconds.
Company profiles
Company profile: Fold
Fold is the company behind the UK's leading at home foldable reformer pilates bed, bringing ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Matrix Fitness
Matrix provides equipment to facilities in all market sectors including private health clubs, residential housing, ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
BLK BOX press release: Inside the build: Salt 
To bring their concept to life, Salt partnered with BLK BOX to design and equip a facility that would deliver a premium training experience while supporting the needs of a diverse and growing community.
Featured press releases
Swimming Teachers' Association (STA) press release: The Ripple Effect delivers first success as learners qualify and secure employment
STA's The Ripple Effect initiative has reached an important milestone after learners completed the charity's first fully funded swimming teacher training programme, resulting in seven newly qualified swimming teachers.
Directory
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
Property & Tenders
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
Diary dates
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