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Wellness hotels generating less than US$1 million (€932,700, £785,200) – or 10 per cent of
Biotechnology-driven skincare company, Epicutis, has launched two new products in its mission to deliver long-term
Not-for-profit trade association The Asia Pacific Spa and Wellness Coalition (APSWC) bestowed lifetime achievement awards
The Philippines and Thailand’s wellness economies have each surged in value in recent years, according
Capella Hotel Group has announced Roland Fasel will become president in April. Founded in Singapore,
Intelligent Spas has published the results of an industry survey that invited spa managers from
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
The US, China, Germany, Japan and the UK have the top five largest wellness markets
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has released its first report on the wellness economy of
Spa and leisure management software company Trybe has secured a US$30 million (€26.9 million, £21.6
Beyond Activ  APAC took place at the Crowne Conference Centre in Melbourne, Australia from 2-3
The Peninsula Hot Springs destination spa in Fingal, Australia, is up for sale after more
Club Pilates has signed a master franchise agreement in Thailand, for 20 studios in Bangkok,
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
The Lego Group has agreed to acquire 29 Lego Discovery Centres for £200 million from
The Fiji government has welcomed Kerzner International’s plans to develop a One&Only resort and residences
Spas at Mandarin Oriental properties around the world celebrated Global Wellness Day on Saturday 14th
The Philippines’ wellness industry saw growth between 2022-23 in a number of areas, including an
Ritz-Carlton is gearing up to launch its third superyacht – Luminara – in July. The
The global wellness economy surged to an all-time high valuation of US$6.3 trillion in 2023
Jetts Thailand has told HCM it's nearing the 50-club milestone, with four new clubs already
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has released promising new research on the wellness real estate
GOCO Hospitality is collaborating with Fullerton Fund Management (Fullerton) to invest in wellness-centric properties in
The global wellness economy will be worth US$8.5 trillion by 2027, according to new research
Cloud-based spa and amenity management software platform Book4Time has expanded its coverage for its integrated
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) – a research and educational resource for the global wellness
Hot on the heels of a four-brand deal with Kuwait, John Kersh, chief international development
The internationally-recognised sporting goods exhibition Sports and Fitness Taiwan (TaiSPO) will return on 22-25 March
Hospitality giant Accor and Japan-based real estate company Nomura Real Estate Development have unveiled plans
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has launched the Geography of Wellness microsite to showcase different
The global wellness economy will grow by 9.9 per cent annually and reach US$7trn by
The global health and fitness industry is returning to a busy programme of live trade
From 2017-2020, the global wellness real estate market expanded from US$148bn (€126bn,£109bn) to US$275bn (€235bn,
Phillip Mills, founder and executive director of Les Mills, Chris Hemsworth's Centr app and Dave
The FIT Summit has unveiled the final shortlists for the 2021 Fitness & Wellness Awards
At a time when companies in the hospitality sector are facing unprecedented challenges, private equity
Global wellbeing organisation, Therme Group, has confirmed its 28-acre wellbeing project in the UK is
Mike Lamb CEO, Asia of Jetts 24 Hour Fitness, which has clubs in south-east Asia,
Shanghai is to become a major theme park destination, with a proposed new Legoland park,
The Global Destination Index – an annual study looking at the world’s most visited tourist
At this year’s IAAPA Expo Asia (IEA), formerly the Asian Attractions Expo (AAE), Clip 'n
At this year’s IAAPA Expo Asia (IEA), formerly the Asian Attractions Expo (AAE), DreamCraft is
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Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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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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Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
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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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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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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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Obituary
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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HCM People

Matt Parker

MD, Brio
We’ve reduced the level of council investment over the last three years by 40 per cent and increased our turnover by 9 per cent
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Interview
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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Strength
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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Research
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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Profile
Shaping the future of the sector with a clear mission, unified voice and open channels of communication. This is the ambition of UK Active’s new chair
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HCM People

Jamie Clements

The Breath Coach
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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Talking point
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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Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
HCM magazine
After decades of focusing on adult audiences, operators are starting to engage young people – unlocking growth opportunities while supporting the health and wellbeing of future generations
HCM magazine
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
HCM magazine
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
HCM magazine
Would you stop selling memberships to prevent your club getting overcrowded? How do you strike the balance between maximising profits and prioritising the member experience? Kath Hudson talks to the experts
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you. Write to [email protected]
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HCM People

Shaun Grove

Owner, Stride Fitness
My goal was to invest in where fitness is going, not where it’s already been
HCM magazine
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
HCM magazine
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
HCM magazine
The new CEO of UK Active talks to HCM about the gym-curious and why he believes the sector can double in size by the end of the next decade
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Asia-Pacific news

Wellness hotels generating less than US$1 million (€932,700, £785,200) – or 10 per cent of
Biotechnology-driven skincare company, Epicutis, has launched two new products in its mission to deliver long-term
Not-for-profit trade association The Asia Pacific Spa and Wellness Coalition (APSWC) bestowed lifetime achievement awards
The Philippines and Thailand’s wellness economies have each surged in value in recent years, according
Capella Hotel Group has announced Roland Fasel will become president in April. Founded in Singapore,
Intelligent Spas has published the results of an industry survey that invited spa managers from
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
The US, China, Germany, Japan and the UK have the top five largest wellness markets
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has released its first report on the wellness economy of
Spa and leisure management software company Trybe has secured a US$30 million (€26.9 million, £21.6
Beyond Activ  APAC took place at the Crowne Conference Centre in Melbourne, Australia from 2-3
The Peninsula Hot Springs destination spa in Fingal, Australia, is up for sale after more
Club Pilates has signed a master franchise agreement in Thailand, for 20 studios in Bangkok,
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
The Lego Group has agreed to acquire 29 Lego Discovery Centres for £200 million from
The Fiji government has welcomed Kerzner International’s plans to develop a One&Only resort and residences
Spas at Mandarin Oriental properties around the world celebrated Global Wellness Day on Saturday 14th
The Philippines’ wellness industry saw growth between 2022-23 in a number of areas, including an
Ritz-Carlton is gearing up to launch its third superyacht – Luminara – in July. The
The global wellness economy surged to an all-time high valuation of US$6.3 trillion in 2023
Jetts Thailand has told HCM it's nearing the 50-club milestone, with four new clubs already
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has released promising new research on the wellness real estate
GOCO Hospitality is collaborating with Fullerton Fund Management (Fullerton) to invest in wellness-centric properties in
The global wellness economy will be worth US$8.5 trillion by 2027, according to new research
Cloud-based spa and amenity management software platform Book4Time has expanded its coverage for its integrated
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) – a research and educational resource for the global wellness
Hot on the heels of a four-brand deal with Kuwait, John Kersh, chief international development
The internationally-recognised sporting goods exhibition Sports and Fitness Taiwan (TaiSPO) will return on 22-25 March
Hospitality giant Accor and Japan-based real estate company Nomura Real Estate Development have unveiled plans
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has launched the Geography of Wellness microsite to showcase different
The global wellness economy will grow by 9.9 per cent annually and reach US$7trn by
The global health and fitness industry is returning to a busy programme of live trade
From 2017-2020, the global wellness real estate market expanded from US$148bn (€126bn,£109bn) to US$275bn (€235bn,
Phillip Mills, founder and executive director of Les Mills, Chris Hemsworth's Centr app and Dave
The FIT Summit has unveiled the final shortlists for the 2021 Fitness & Wellness Awards
At a time when companies in the hospitality sector are facing unprecedented challenges, private equity
Global wellbeing organisation, Therme Group, has confirmed its 28-acre wellbeing project in the UK is
Mike Lamb CEO, Asia of Jetts 24 Hour Fitness, which has clubs in south-east Asia,
Shanghai is to become a major theme park destination, with a proposed new Legoland park,
The Global Destination Index – an annual study looking at the world’s most visited tourist
At this year’s IAAPA Expo Asia (IEA), formerly the Asian Attractions Expo (AAE), Clip 'n
At this year’s IAAPA Expo Asia (IEA), formerly the Asian Attractions Expo (AAE), DreamCraft is
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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
Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
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
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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
HCM magazine
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
HCM magazine
After decades of focusing on adult audiences, operators are starting to engage young people – unlocking growth opportunities while supporting the health and wellbeing of future generations
HCM magazine
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
HCM magazine
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
HCM magazine
Would you stop selling memberships to prevent your club getting overcrowded? How do you strike the balance between maximising profits and prioritising the member experience? Kath Hudson talks to the experts
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you. Write to [email protected]
HCM magazine
HCM People

Shaun Grove

Owner, Stride Fitness
My goal was to invest in where fitness is going, not where it’s already been
HCM magazine
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
HCM magazine
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
HCM magazine
The new CEO of UK Active talks to HCM about the gym-curious and why he believes the sector can double in size by the end of the next decade
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: Legends never die: four legends, four philosophies of life
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage of RiminiWellness 2026: Phil Heath, Lee Haney, Ronnie Coleman and Hany Rambod.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Introducing a new era of Nautilus Leverage
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility differentiation and long-term commercial success.
Company profiles
Company profile: Swimming Teachers' Association (STA)
The Swimming Teachers’ Association (STA) is a national governing body for swimming and a UK-registered ...
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Company profile: Life Fitness/Hammer Strength
Life Fitness, Hammer Strength, and ICG are global leaders in premium fitness solutions, trusted by ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - From nightclub to health club
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Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Speedflex (UK press release: Inclusive Fitness in action: The Speedflex Blade at Gym Possible
Following the successful installation of the Speedflex Blade at Gym Possible, the UK based charity gym dedicated to making exercise accessible for people with physical disabilities, the innovative training solution has quickly become one of the facility’s
Featured press releases
BLK BOX press release: Inside the Player Gym at The Open, equipped by BLK BOX
The performance facility at Royal Birkdale gives the world’s leading golfers access to strength, conditioning, mobility and recovery equipment throughout Championship week.
Directory
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
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
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Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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