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Denbighshire Leisure is driving junior memberships following upgrades to its new gym at Prestatyn Leisure.
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL), which is owned by TDR Capital Titan, has commenced legal action
David Lloyd is back in the market with a new concept, the Real David Lloyd's
"The fitness industry is facing an identity crisis," was Anna Bjustam's opening statement as she
The finalists of the UK Active Awards 2025 have been announced today (19 August) following
The resilience of the UK fitness sector and its thirst for innovation was evident at
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
The proposed MBO of Denbighshire Leisure Ltd has stalled following the withdrawal of the private
Welsh leisure operator, Denbighshire Leisure Ltd, is undertaking a management buyout from Denbighshire Council for
Fitness and leisure facilities in Sheerness, UK, are being upgraded as part of a regeneration
Prestatyn Leisure Centre has unveiled some new fitness experiences designed to engage children with physical
David Lloyd Leisure has opened the doors of Madrid country club, La Finca, which it
The top operators, suppliers and facilities from across the physical activity sector were celebrated last
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
David Lloyd Leisure has been fined more than £2.5m after pleading guilty to charges brought
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has acquired fitness clubs ABC Serrano and La Finca in Madrid.
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has opened a new club in Cricklewood Lane, London. The launch
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has reorganised its top team in order to expand its estate
Russell Barnes, CEO of David Lloyd Leisure (DLL), has told HCM the company has 'smashed'
David Lloyd Clubs has enrolled former Labour Party deputy leader Tom Watson to help raise
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
In breaking news, HCM understands that David Lloyd Leisure's Glenn Earlam will move from his
The UK parliament will today (22 March) debate the merits of a Work Out to
The government has said it has no plans to fund a Work Out to Help
David Lloyd Leisure has become the latest operator to have its auditors flag up the
David Lloyd Clubs will develop a new programme in January 2021, designed to help people
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has reopened 50 of its clubs for socially distanced outdoor exercise.
The fitness industry in Europe is uniting today (30 May) to launch #beactivehour, a free
Glenn Earlam, CEO of David Lloyd Leisure (DLL), says the operator is reopening 26 of
Gym operators are pivoting to digital in a stampede to engage with members during the
The Harbour Club Chelsea health club and gym has undergone a recent refurbishment aimed at
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has acquired Country Club Geneva, a premium wellness facility on the
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has acquired the Hamburg Meridian Group, which operates eight premium health
David Lloyd Leisure has announced Wattbike as its performance bike of choice after a recent
David Lloyd Clubs (DLC) has revealed plans to become the first fitness operator to commit
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has revealed details of its landmark 100th UK club, which is
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has revealed details of the roll-out of its boutique-style HIIT concept,
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) will invest more than £15m in rolling out its new hi-tech,
Health club operator David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has expanded its operations into Germany, following the
David Lloyd Clubs has come up with a novel way to get its TV-addicted members
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has announced plans for further expansion into Europe after exchanging contracts
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has completed the sale and leaseback of its health and fitness
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) is entering the Italian health club market after it exchanged contracts
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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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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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The industry is embracing consumer-facing tech. Now it’s time to streamline back-of-house systems with Orbit4, says Daniel Jones
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Active IQ is calling for greater accountability in online fitness advice with the launch of a new trustmark
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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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Phillip Mills

CEO, Les Mills
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
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Research
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
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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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Deena Gillan

Chair of UK Active’s Independent Council and GM at 3-1-5
There are so many dedicated people in the independent sector – they work hard because they’re passionate about changing lives
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
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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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DLL news

Denbighshire Leisure is driving junior memberships following upgrades to its new gym at Prestatyn Leisure.
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL), which is owned by TDR Capital Titan, has commenced legal action
David Lloyd is back in the market with a new concept, the Real David Lloyd's
"The fitness industry is facing an identity crisis," was Anna Bjustam's opening statement as she
The finalists of the UK Active Awards 2025 have been announced today (19 August) following
The resilience of the UK fitness sector and its thirst for innovation was evident at
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
The proposed MBO of Denbighshire Leisure Ltd has stalled following the withdrawal of the private
Welsh leisure operator, Denbighshire Leisure Ltd, is undertaking a management buyout from Denbighshire Council for
Fitness and leisure facilities in Sheerness, UK, are being upgraded as part of a regeneration
Prestatyn Leisure Centre has unveiled some new fitness experiences designed to engage children with physical
David Lloyd Leisure has opened the doors of Madrid country club, La Finca, which it
The top operators, suppliers and facilities from across the physical activity sector were celebrated last
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
David Lloyd Leisure has been fined more than £2.5m after pleading guilty to charges brought
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has acquired fitness clubs ABC Serrano and La Finca in Madrid.
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has opened a new club in Cricklewood Lane, London. The launch
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has reorganised its top team in order to expand its estate
Russell Barnes, CEO of David Lloyd Leisure (DLL), has told HCM the company has 'smashed'
David Lloyd Clubs has enrolled former Labour Party deputy leader Tom Watson to help raise
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
In breaking news, HCM understands that David Lloyd Leisure's Glenn Earlam will move from his
The UK parliament will today (22 March) debate the merits of a Work Out to
The government has said it has no plans to fund a Work Out to Help
David Lloyd Leisure has become the latest operator to have its auditors flag up the
David Lloyd Clubs will develop a new programme in January 2021, designed to help people
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has reopened 50 of its clubs for socially distanced outdoor exercise.
The fitness industry in Europe is uniting today (30 May) to launch #beactivehour, a free
Glenn Earlam, CEO of David Lloyd Leisure (DLL), says the operator is reopening 26 of
Gym operators are pivoting to digital in a stampede to engage with members during the
The Harbour Club Chelsea health club and gym has undergone a recent refurbishment aimed at
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has acquired Country Club Geneva, a premium wellness facility on the
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has acquired the Hamburg Meridian Group, which operates eight premium health
David Lloyd Leisure has announced Wattbike as its performance bike of choice after a recent
David Lloyd Clubs (DLC) has revealed plans to become the first fitness operator to commit
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has revealed details of its landmark 100th UK club, which is
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has revealed details of the roll-out of its boutique-style HIIT concept,
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) will invest more than £15m in rolling out its new hi-tech,
Health club operator David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has expanded its operations into Germany, following the
David Lloyd Clubs has come up with a novel way to get its TV-addicted members
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has announced plans for further expansion into Europe after exchanging contracts
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has completed the sale and leaseback of its health and fitness
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) is entering the Italian health club market after it exchanged contracts
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Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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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
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
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The industry is embracing consumer-facing tech. Now it’s time to streamline back-of-house systems with Orbit4, says Daniel Jones
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Active IQ is calling for greater accountability in online fitness advice with the launch of a new trustmark
HCM promotional features
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
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
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
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
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
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
Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
HCM magazine
Researchers have long known that the brain changes as a result of exercise. Now researchers believe this process is actually driven by the brain
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: Reaching the people most gyms miss: Bedford Gym & Swim Campaign delivers 410 new members
One of the biggest mistakes the fitness industry still makes is advertising almost exclusively to people who already look and live like gym members.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: The Fitness Group Education
The Fitness Group is a UK provider of fitness education, working with gyms and organisations ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Core Health & Fitness
Driven by innovation, Core Health & Fitness delivers top-quality products, exceptional service, and ongoing support. ...
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
Swimming Teachers' Association (STA) press release: Active Lambeth renews STA Swim Academy partnership and prepares to launch new graded Learn to Swim programme
Active Lambeth has renewed its partnership with STA and is preparing to introduce STA's new graded Learn to Swim Programme (LSP) across its STA Swim Academy.
Featured press releases
CoverMe Ltd press release: CoverMe and Jobs In. Fitness partner to create end-to-end talent solution
CoverMe, the UK’s leading fitness workforce management and recruitment platform, has partnered with Jobs In. Fitness, the specialist executive search and advisory firm for the fitness and wellbeing sector, to give operators a single route to talent at every level – from frontline staffing to C-suite.
Directory
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
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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