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Costa Rica news

Blue Zones – an organisation dedicated to helping people live better and longer lives through
Holistic wellness sanctuary Kamalaya Koh Samui in Thailand has announced the launch of its latest
Luxury hotel and spa operator Auberge Resorts Collection has named Vivianne Garcia-Tunon as its first-ever
Streaming giant Netflix is preparing to launch a docu-series exploring the science and lifestyles behind
Modern wellness brand The Well has teamed up with Miami-based real estate developer Terra to
Modern US wellness brand The Well has opened a wellness sanctuary at Chileno Bay Resort
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, a W3Fit EMEA, is heading
US-based fitness franchise, Workout Anytime, has confirmed that it signed deals for 49 more sites
Treasured hot springs destinations from around the globe are serving as the inspiration for an
Hilton Hotels’ high-end Waldorf Astoria brand will debut in Costa Rica in 2025 with a
RSG Group has announced that Hagen Wingertszahn and Dr Jobst Müller-Trimbusch will take over the
Kickboxing-inspired brand 9Round has extended its international reach with a Master Franchise Agreement for South
Authorities in Costa Rica have confirmed the death of RSG Group founder, Rainer Schaller and
Elevate
Elevate
In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of
Rainer Schaller, founder and CEO of RSG group and his partner and two children are
Dan Buettner – who identified the five places in the world where people live the
A new report by Deloitte, outlining the social and economic value of the global health
International spa and wellness design firm Studio Apostoli is realising a new private members’ spa
The first Ritz-Carlton location in Costa Rica will launch in 2024, situated within the 1,400-acre
Fitness operator Crunch Fitness says it's continued its recovery from lockdowns, with membership levels across
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
The Well at Hacienda AltaGracia, Auberge Resorts Collection has opened in Costa Rica’s verdant region
Modern US wellness brand The Well is set to open its first international holistic wellbeing
Auberge Resorts Collection has been appointed by Leeu Collection to manage Collegio alla Querce, Auberge
Panorama Group and Andy Grant have joined forces to create a new company providing global
Modern wellness brand The Well has announced two new hires; Doris Lopez as the VP
The Eden Project has signed a memorandum of understanding with the owners of its preferred
The GWI Hot Springs Initiative team has organised a live international soaking event to unite
Studio Saxe have created a fitness centre in Costa Rica designed to be a "small
International wellness event the Healing Summit has announced its theme and speakers for the 2020
The Wellness Tourism Association (WTA) has broken the 100-member barrier, announcing it has partners and
Italy’s Borgo Egnazia has become the first hospitality partner to offer Blue Zones Retreats certified
Six Senses will open a new resort in the country of fire and ice for
Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas will bring its sustainable, luxury footprint to Central America as
Saturday, 8 June 2019 will mark the eighth annual Global Wellness Day (GWD), and thousands
Marriott International’s W Hotels has opened the W Costa Rica – Reserva Conchal, the first
Kasiiya Papagayo, an eco-friendly resort which will focus on nature-based spirituality and wellness, is on
Auberge Resorts will manage Grace Hotels in Europe and the US after the company entered
The First Wellness and Spa Conference in Costa Rica will take place from 31 August
Dan Buettner – who identified the five places in the world where people live the
The state parties of Mexico and Central America have adopted a five-year action plan for
Costa Rican architects Studio Saxe have completed a hotel that steps down a steep coastal
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group is taking its Radisson Blu brand to Costa Rica, with the
12,300
HCM promotional features
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Coaching workshops from Keith Smith and Adam Daniel have been designed to empower your team and transform your service
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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 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
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
HCM magazine
Research
The message is quite simple: if you do a lot of ‘huff and puff’ exercise, then your risk of dying early or developing diseases in the future is reduced
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News report
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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News report
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
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
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
Insight
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
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Design
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
Fitstop is growing well. In 2023 it added 45 locations and launched in New Zealand, Singapore and the US. It has grown sustainably and has great founder-led energy
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
HCM People

Belinda Steward

MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure
We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate
HCM magazine
Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
HCM magazine
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jen Holland

CEO: Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
HCM magazine
The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers according to the 11th annual European Health & Fitness Market Report 2024 from Deloitte and EuropeActive, as Karsten Hollasch reports
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
When a hefty round of investment coincided with the pandemic, the CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs feared the company – founded by his grandfather – would go down on his watch. He talks to Kath Hudson about the pressure to keep the business afloat
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Introducing the Schwinn Z Bike: where innovation meets performance
In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of innovation. Now, we proudly present the Schwinn Z Bike, the culmination of our legacy of excellence.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Empower your team, transform your service – elevate with coaching workshops
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional facilities but also in cultivating meaningful interactions with members.
Company profiles
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Company profile: Zoom Media UK
As the original GymTV supplier, Zoom Media has a proven track record of working with ...
Supplier Showcase
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Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
CoverMe Ltd press release: Roehampton Club raises the bar for class cover with CoverMe
Roehampton Club is an exclusive club in south London catering for 5,000 members, which prides itself on delivering exceptional fitness experiences.
Featured press releases
ABC Trainerize press release: New ABC Trainerize Webinar: How to earn more with clients and members you already have
ABC Trainerize, a leading software platform for the fitness industry, recently ran a webinar for studio and gym owners on how to increase gym revenue with Gym Launch CEO, Cale Owen.
Directory
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
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,
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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

Costa Rica news

Blue Zones – an organisation dedicated to helping people live better and longer lives through
Holistic wellness sanctuary Kamalaya Koh Samui in Thailand has announced the launch of its latest
Luxury hotel and spa operator Auberge Resorts Collection has named Vivianne Garcia-Tunon as its first-ever
Streaming giant Netflix is preparing to launch a docu-series exploring the science and lifestyles behind
Modern wellness brand The Well has teamed up with Miami-based real estate developer Terra to
Modern US wellness brand The Well has opened a wellness sanctuary at Chileno Bay Resort
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, a W3Fit EMEA, is heading
US-based fitness franchise, Workout Anytime, has confirmed that it signed deals for 49 more sites
Treasured hot springs destinations from around the globe are serving as the inspiration for an
Hilton Hotels’ high-end Waldorf Astoria brand will debut in Costa Rica in 2025 with a
RSG Group has announced that Hagen Wingertszahn and Dr Jobst Müller-Trimbusch will take over the
Kickboxing-inspired brand 9Round has extended its international reach with a Master Franchise Agreement for South
Authorities in Costa Rica have confirmed the death of RSG Group founder, Rainer Schaller and
Elevate
Elevate
In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of
Rainer Schaller, founder and CEO of RSG group and his partner and two children are
Dan Buettner – who identified the five places in the world where people live the
A new report by Deloitte, outlining the social and economic value of the global health
International spa and wellness design firm Studio Apostoli is realising a new private members’ spa
The first Ritz-Carlton location in Costa Rica will launch in 2024, situated within the 1,400-acre
Fitness operator Crunch Fitness says it's continued its recovery from lockdowns, with membership levels across
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
The Well at Hacienda AltaGracia, Auberge Resorts Collection has opened in Costa Rica’s verdant region
Modern US wellness brand The Well is set to open its first international holistic wellbeing
Auberge Resorts Collection has been appointed by Leeu Collection to manage Collegio alla Querce, Auberge
Panorama Group and Andy Grant have joined forces to create a new company providing global
Modern wellness brand The Well has announced two new hires; Doris Lopez as the VP
The Eden Project has signed a memorandum of understanding with the owners of its preferred
The GWI Hot Springs Initiative team has organised a live international soaking event to unite
Studio Saxe have created a fitness centre in Costa Rica designed to be a "small
International wellness event the Healing Summit has announced its theme and speakers for the 2020
The Wellness Tourism Association (WTA) has broken the 100-member barrier, announcing it has partners and
Italy’s Borgo Egnazia has become the first hospitality partner to offer Blue Zones Retreats certified
Six Senses will open a new resort in the country of fire and ice for
Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas will bring its sustainable, luxury footprint to Central America as
Saturday, 8 June 2019 will mark the eighth annual Global Wellness Day (GWD), and thousands
Marriott International’s W Hotels has opened the W Costa Rica – Reserva Conchal, the first
Kasiiya Papagayo, an eco-friendly resort which will focus on nature-based spirituality and wellness, is on
Auberge Resorts will manage Grace Hotels in Europe and the US after the company entered
The First Wellness and Spa Conference in Costa Rica will take place from 31 August
Dan Buettner – who identified the five places in the world where people live the
The state parties of Mexico and Central America have adopted a five-year action plan for
Costa Rican architects Studio Saxe have completed a hotel that steps down a steep coastal
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group is taking its Radisson Blu brand to Costa Rica, with the
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Coaching workshops from Keith Smith and Adam Daniel have been designed to empower your team and transform your service
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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 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
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
HCM magazine
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
Fitstop is growing well. In 2023 it added 45 locations and launched in New Zealand, Singapore and the US. It has grown sustainably and has great founder-led energy
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
HCM People

Belinda Steward

MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure
We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate
HCM magazine
Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
HCM magazine
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jen Holland

CEO: Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
HCM magazine
The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers according to the 11th annual European Health & Fitness Market Report 2024 from Deloitte and EuropeActive, as Karsten Hollasch reports
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
When a hefty round of investment coincided with the pandemic, the CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs feared the company – founded by his grandfather – would go down on his watch. He talks to Kath Hudson about the pressure to keep the business afloat
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Introducing the Schwinn Z Bike: where innovation meets performance
In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of innovation. Now, we proudly present the Schwinn Z Bike, the culmination of our legacy of excellence.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Empower your team, transform your service – elevate with coaching workshops
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional facilities but also in cultivating meaningful interactions with members.
Company profiles
Company profile: CoverMe Ltd
CoverMe Fitness, an app for seamless, on-demand management and cover solutions for sports and fitness ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Zoom Media UK
As the original GymTV supplier, Zoom Media has a proven track record of working with ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
CoverMe Ltd press release: Roehampton Club raises the bar for class cover with CoverMe
Roehampton Club is an exclusive club in south London catering for 5,000 members, which prides itself on delivering exceptional fitness experiences.
Featured press releases
ABC Trainerize press release: New ABC Trainerize Webinar: How to earn more with clients and members you already have
ABC Trainerize, a leading software platform for the fitness industry, recently ran a webinar for studio and gym owners on how to increase gym revenue with Gym Launch CEO, Cale Owen.
Directory
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
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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