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Barry’s news

Boutique fitness brand, Barry’s, has opened its 100th studio in New York. Now 27-years-old, the
As men’s mental health increasingly comes under the spotlight, industry veteran, Rasmus Ingerslev, has launched
Physiologist and co-founder of Future Practice and Pillar Wellbeing, Oli Patrick opened the HCM Summit
Luxury hospitality group Proper Hotels has launched its first health and fitness, wellness and athletic
Hospitality visionary Barry Sternlicht is bringing back the Starwood name, rebranding his SH Hotels &
LifeFit Group is expanding its range of premium clubs with the acquisition of Sports &
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Boutique fitness brand, Barry's – which indicated last June that it was looking for a new
Fitness First Black – LifeFit Group’s premium chain – has added another club to its
The LifeFit Group has acquired Body Culture Group's collection of 15 clubs, bringing the German
German health and fitness operator, LifeFit Group, has found a new investor – Waterland Private
Leisure, lifestyle, wellness and entertainment growth investor, Imbiba, has invested in boutique gym brand, 1Rebel's
Speaking to HCM, global CEO of Lift Brands, Ty Menzies, has confirmed that the company
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Barry’s – known for its HIIT workouts combining treadmills and weights – is thought to
Atlanta-based boutique fitness software company, Xplor Mariana Tek, has kicked off a push for international
Xponential Fitness presented its three-year operating targets at its first Analyst and Investor Day at
Gympass, the aggregator which specialises in corporate wellbeing, has achieved a US$2.4bn valuation, up from
Nike has made the leap into the group fitness market with the launch of Nike
German fitness operator, Life Fit Group, led by Martin Seibold, has snapped Loft Holding GmbH
Barry’s has launched a HIIT spin and strength class called Ride in New York City.
Barry’s has entered the world of retail, opening a studio in the new Flannels flagship
Strength training startup Grndhouse has launched a new app following 18 months of development. The
Ness, a US startup that is developing a range of wellness-driven credit cards, has launched
Ten UK fitness industry leaders have written an open letter to the Prime Minister, Boris
Spa consultancy and management firm WTS International has today announced the appointment of Barry Goldstein
Danish health club operator Repeat, launched in 2016 by serial fitness entrepreneur Rasmus Ingerslev, has
Boutique fitness operator Barry's is entering the indoor cycling market with Barry's Ride – a
Private equity firm North Castle Partners has taken a stake in at-home fitness and indoor
High-end boxing gym brand BXR is looking to roll out an expansion of its Sweat
Boutique fitness brand Barry’s Bootcamp is set to increase its European footprint as it opens
Boutique fitness brand Barry’s Bootcamp will be opening a third London studio in spring. Barry’s
The boss of the UK’s only listed gym chain has called on planning authorities to
Trendy boutique fitness brand Barry’s Bootcamp is aiming to take fitness to new heights this
DW Sports Fitness director Scott Best has moved into the booming boutique studio sector with
Hollywood star Jessica Biel and a consortium of stylists, writers, entrepreneurs and philanthropists have opened
Having conquered the country’s capital, Britain’s booming boutique fitness sector looks set to spread its
The UK’s outdated town planning laws are blocking fitness studios from boosting physical activity on
US researchers have launched a new study which will explore prevalent marketing trends in the
Nautilus has acquired Octane Fitness from private equity firm North Castle Partners in a deal
The UK’s booming fitness franchise market is proving to be a big hit with investors
Trendy boutique fitness brand Barry’s Bootcamp is planning to harness the power of its new
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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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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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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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Life Lessons
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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Liability
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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Editor's letter
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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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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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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Research
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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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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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
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
HCM magazine
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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
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The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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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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Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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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
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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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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Barry’s news

Boutique fitness brand, Barry’s, has opened its 100th studio in New York. Now 27-years-old, the
As men’s mental health increasingly comes under the spotlight, industry veteran, Rasmus Ingerslev, has launched
Physiologist and co-founder of Future Practice and Pillar Wellbeing, Oli Patrick opened the HCM Summit
Luxury hospitality group Proper Hotels has launched its first health and fitness, wellness and athletic
Hospitality visionary Barry Sternlicht is bringing back the Starwood name, rebranding his SH Hotels &
LifeFit Group is expanding its range of premium clubs with the acquisition of Sports &
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Boutique fitness brand, Barry's – which indicated last June that it was looking for a new
Fitness First Black – LifeFit Group’s premium chain – has added another club to its
The LifeFit Group has acquired Body Culture Group's collection of 15 clubs, bringing the German
German health and fitness operator, LifeFit Group, has found a new investor – Waterland Private
Leisure, lifestyle, wellness and entertainment growth investor, Imbiba, has invested in boutique gym brand, 1Rebel's
Speaking to HCM, global CEO of Lift Brands, Ty Menzies, has confirmed that the company
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Barry’s – known for its HIIT workouts combining treadmills and weights – is thought to
Atlanta-based boutique fitness software company, Xplor Mariana Tek, has kicked off a push for international
Xponential Fitness presented its three-year operating targets at its first Analyst and Investor Day at
Gympass, the aggregator which specialises in corporate wellbeing, has achieved a US$2.4bn valuation, up from
Nike has made the leap into the group fitness market with the launch of Nike
German fitness operator, Life Fit Group, led by Martin Seibold, has snapped Loft Holding GmbH
Barry’s has launched a HIIT spin and strength class called Ride in New York City.
Barry’s has entered the world of retail, opening a studio in the new Flannels flagship
Strength training startup Grndhouse has launched a new app following 18 months of development. The
Ness, a US startup that is developing a range of wellness-driven credit cards, has launched
Ten UK fitness industry leaders have written an open letter to the Prime Minister, Boris
Spa consultancy and management firm WTS International has today announced the appointment of Barry Goldstein
Danish health club operator Repeat, launched in 2016 by serial fitness entrepreneur Rasmus Ingerslev, has
Boutique fitness operator Barry's is entering the indoor cycling market with Barry's Ride – a
Private equity firm North Castle Partners has taken a stake in at-home fitness and indoor
High-end boxing gym brand BXR is looking to roll out an expansion of its Sweat
Boutique fitness brand Barry’s Bootcamp is set to increase its European footprint as it opens
Boutique fitness brand Barry’s Bootcamp will be opening a third London studio in spring. Barry’s
The boss of the UK’s only listed gym chain has called on planning authorities to
Trendy boutique fitness brand Barry’s Bootcamp is aiming to take fitness to new heights this
DW Sports Fitness director Scott Best has moved into the booming boutique studio sector with
Hollywood star Jessica Biel and a consortium of stylists, writers, entrepreneurs and philanthropists have opened
Having conquered the country’s capital, Britain’s booming boutique fitness sector looks set to spread its
The UK’s outdated town planning laws are blocking fitness studios from boosting physical activity on
US researchers have launched a new study which will explore prevalent marketing trends in the
Nautilus has acquired Octane Fitness from private equity firm North Castle Partners in a deal
The UK’s booming fitness franchise market is proving to be a big hit with investors
Trendy boutique fitness brand Barry’s Bootcamp is planning to harness the power of its new
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HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
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
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
HCM magazine
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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: Introducing a new era of Nautilus Leverage
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility differentiation and long-term commercial success.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Today’s fitness and leisure brands need technology that powers standout fitness experiences and keeps pace ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Power Plate
Power Plate's range of products include whole body vibration platforms, targeted vibration products and the ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
GLL press release: Families flock to 'Better' Leisure Centres for weekend of free fun
Heralding the launch of the Commonwealth Games Last weekend’s ‘Team England National Sports Weekend’ (18 and 19 July) held at ‘Better’ leisure centres across the UK was a ‘hit’, with customers of all ages arriving in their legions to try out a selection o
Featured press releases
CET CryoSpas press release: CET CryoSpas and Specialist Pools Services Ltd partner to bring automated Ice Bath Management to the commercial leisure sector
New partnership between CET CryoSpas and Specialist Pools Services Ltd aims to reduce maintenance, improve operational efficiency and help operators meet growing demand for cold water immersion.
Directory
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
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
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28-29 Sep 2026
Grand Ballroom, METT Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
06-08 Oct 2026
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
22-22 Oct 2026
QEII Conference Centre, London,
Diary dates
29-31 Oct 2026
Impact Exhibition & Convention Center Bangkok,Thailand, Bangkok, Thailand
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29-31 Oct 2026
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand , Bangkok, Thailand
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