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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

Barbican news

Nuffield Health has reopened the historic Barbican health club in London, as part of ambitious
Nuffield Health has acquired the lease for the historic Barbican health club site in London,
The London Centre for Music, designed by Diller Scofidio + Renfro, has received a funding
New York-based architecture practice Diller Scofidio + Renfro (DS+R) have released the first concept designs
A design team led by US studio Diller Scofidio + Renfro and Australian architects Woods
Elizabeth Diller has been named the world’s most influential architect in 2018 by Time magazine.
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions
The Los Angeles Philharmonic (LA Phil) orchestra has commissioned Frank Gehry to design a permanent
US architects Diller Scofidio + Renfro (DS+R) has been announced as the design team tasked
Virgin Active’s Barbican health club has introduced a new class to its line up. Punch
Virgin Active has launched Punch - a boxing workout that consists of 12 rounds, focusing
A host of leading international architects are in the running to create a concept design
A recent exhibition at the Barbican, London, featured footage taken by a long-range infrared thermographic
Elevate
Elevate
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
Here are some of the stories that appeared on CLAD this week, from Elon Musk’s
A seemingly doomed plan to build a new world-class concert hall in the City of
Molecules 10,000 times narrower than the width of a human hair could hold the key
Architects around the world have been challenged to push the boundaries of modern wood building
Timber skyscrapers can improve our built environments and urban experiences, according British practice PLP Architecture
The Barbican’s touring videogame exhibition, Game On, has come to Canada for the first time,
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
Liverpool Philharmonic Hall, UK, welcomed back members of the public on 13 November following the
The relaunch of a 20m swimming pool and sports hall at Golden Lane Sport and
Cardiff's Wales Millennium Centre (WMC) has revealed that chief executive Mark Taylor, who was appointed
Francesco Manacorda, the director of Turin, Italy-based contemporary art fair Artissima, has been named as
London mayor Boris Johnson has launched Culture Squad 2012, which will offer five full-time paid
More than 50 arts groups and thousands of UK and international artists are to participate
York's Barbican Auditorium is to receive a new lease of life after the local authority
Locum Destination Consulting, in partnership with economists AMION Consulting, has completed an assessment of the
Plymouth Waterfront Partnership (PWP) has appointed Sarah O'Leary as the new waterfront manager, which forms
Mark Taylor, commercial and venues director at the Barbican arts complex in London, has been
A number of people involved with the leisure industry have been recognised in the Queen’s
York's Barbican Centre needs to undergo a £818,000 overhaul to bring it up to a
The refurbishment of the Liverpool's Grade II-listed Royal Court Theatre has been allocated an architect
A national five-year arts project is being launched 24 August to mark the lead up
Arts Council England has revealed its 2008–2011 funding strategy. £1.3bn will be invested in 888
The redevelopment of York's Barbican Centre looks to have been delayed again. Absolute Leisure, which
Registration is now open for the 2007 Conference on The Future of Cultural and Leisure
Operator Absolute Leisure is set to revamp the Barbican Centre in York. The group has
The Barbican Centre marked its unofficial 25th birthday with the unveiling of new public spaces
The Barbican arts centre in London has announced a strong set of financial results for
BHA chief executive Bob Cotton was granted an Honorary Degree by London Metropolitan University last
The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) has agreed a five-year deal with Sir Cameron Mackintosh to
12,300
HCM promotional features
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InBody logged an amazing 100,000 scans in January 2024 alone
HCM promotional features
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Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
HCM promotional features
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Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
HCM magazine
Life lessons
I know what good looks like when we achieve government engagement
HCM magazine
HCM People

Esther Fairfax

Founder, The Lotte Berk Foundation
My mother was the first person to take dance and create an exercise programme out of it
HCM magazine
Editor's letter
New laws are about to come into force that will oblige health club operators to offer consumers better membership terms. It will be disruptive, but tackled well, will change the sector for the better
HCM magazine
Everyone's talking about
Property experts say it’s a golden moment for health and fitness operators to secure leases, as the sector has come through the pandemic with its reputation largely intact and clubs are seen as desirable anchor tenants. Kath Hudson finds out why landlords want to talk
HCM magazine
Insight
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Wellness
Absenteeism and presenteeism is taking a huge economic toll, with musculoskeletal problems and poor mental health the biggest issues. Can workplace wellness make a difference? Kath Hudson investigates
HCM magazine
Letters
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
HCM magazine
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
HCM magazine
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
HCM magazine
Industry suppliers are responding to the exponential increase in consumer demand for strength training with a raft of new and innovative launches and concepts, as Steph Eaves reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
We’ve had an outstanding year, with record revenues of €77m and €31m in EBITDA in 2023.
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: W3Fit EMEA’s innovative programme sets sail for Sardinia, Italy
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, W3Fit EMEA, is heading to the Chia Laguna resort in Sardinia from 8-11 October.
Featured supplier news
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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: ABC Trainerize
ABC Trainerize is a member engagement mobile app and software platform that allows coaches and ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Places Leisure
Places Leisure aims to enlighten our communities about the benefits of a healthy lifestyle in ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
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.
Featured press releases
Taylor Made Designs Ltd press release: TMS announces new Leisure Essentials line up
In response to the growing popularity of its own-brand range of leisure wear and merchandise, Taylor Made Designs (TMD) has added a host of new products to its Leisure Essentials range.
Directory
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
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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

Barbican news

Nuffield Health has reopened the historic Barbican health club in London, as part of ambitious
Nuffield Health has acquired the lease for the historic Barbican health club site in London,
The London Centre for Music, designed by Diller Scofidio + Renfro, has received a funding
New York-based architecture practice Diller Scofidio + Renfro (DS+R) have released the first concept designs
A design team led by US studio Diller Scofidio + Renfro and Australian architects Woods
Elizabeth Diller has been named the world’s most influential architect in 2018 by Time magazine.
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions
The Los Angeles Philharmonic (LA Phil) orchestra has commissioned Frank Gehry to design a permanent
US architects Diller Scofidio + Renfro (DS+R) has been announced as the design team tasked
Virgin Active’s Barbican health club has introduced a new class to its line up. Punch
Virgin Active has launched Punch - a boxing workout that consists of 12 rounds, focusing
A host of leading international architects are in the running to create a concept design
A recent exhibition at the Barbican, London, featured footage taken by a long-range infrared thermographic
Elevate
Elevate
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
Here are some of the stories that appeared on CLAD this week, from Elon Musk’s
A seemingly doomed plan to build a new world-class concert hall in the City of
Molecules 10,000 times narrower than the width of a human hair could hold the key
Architects around the world have been challenged to push the boundaries of modern wood building
Timber skyscrapers can improve our built environments and urban experiences, according British practice PLP Architecture
The Barbican’s touring videogame exhibition, Game On, has come to Canada for the first time,
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
Liverpool Philharmonic Hall, UK, welcomed back members of the public on 13 November following the
The relaunch of a 20m swimming pool and sports hall at Golden Lane Sport and
Cardiff's Wales Millennium Centre (WMC) has revealed that chief executive Mark Taylor, who was appointed
Francesco Manacorda, the director of Turin, Italy-based contemporary art fair Artissima, has been named as
London mayor Boris Johnson has launched Culture Squad 2012, which will offer five full-time paid
More than 50 arts groups and thousands of UK and international artists are to participate
York's Barbican Auditorium is to receive a new lease of life after the local authority
Locum Destination Consulting, in partnership with economists AMION Consulting, has completed an assessment of the
Plymouth Waterfront Partnership (PWP) has appointed Sarah O'Leary as the new waterfront manager, which forms
Mark Taylor, commercial and venues director at the Barbican arts complex in London, has been
A number of people involved with the leisure industry have been recognised in the Queen’s
York's Barbican Centre needs to undergo a £818,000 overhaul to bring it up to a
The refurbishment of the Liverpool's Grade II-listed Royal Court Theatre has been allocated an architect
A national five-year arts project is being launched 24 August to mark the lead up
Arts Council England has revealed its 2008–2011 funding strategy. £1.3bn will be invested in 888
The redevelopment of York's Barbican Centre looks to have been delayed again. Absolute Leisure, which
Registration is now open for the 2007 Conference on The Future of Cultural and Leisure
Operator Absolute Leisure is set to revamp the Barbican Centre in York. The group has
The Barbican Centre marked its unofficial 25th birthday with the unveiling of new public spaces
The Barbican arts centre in London has announced a strong set of financial results for
BHA chief executive Bob Cotton was granted an Honorary Degree by London Metropolitan University last
The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) has agreed a five-year deal with Sir Cameron Mackintosh to
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
InBody logged an amazing 100,000 scans in January 2024 alone
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
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
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
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
HCM magazine
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
HCM magazine
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
HCM magazine
Industry suppliers are responding to the exponential increase in consumer demand for strength training with a raft of new and innovative launches and concepts, as Steph Eaves reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
We’ve had an outstanding year, with record revenues of €77m and €31m in EBITDA in 2023.
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: W3Fit EMEA’s innovative programme sets sail for Sardinia, Italy
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, W3Fit EMEA, is heading to the Chia Laguna resort in Sardinia from 8-11 October.
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: ABC Trainerize
ABC Trainerize is a member engagement mobile app and software platform that allows coaches and ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Places Leisure
Places Leisure aims to enlighten our communities about the benefits of a healthy lifestyle in ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
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.
Featured press releases
Taylor Made Designs Ltd press release: TMS announces new Leisure Essentials line up
In response to the growing popularity of its own-brand range of leisure wear and merchandise, Taylor Made Designs (TMD) has added a host of new products to its Leisure Essentials range.
Directory
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
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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