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Disney news

Spa and wellness veteran Shannon Malave has been named spa director at iconic US spa
The healing power of water has inspired the concept behind a large new spa in
Connected fitness equipment supplier, Echelon Fitness, has signed a multi-year deal with Run Disney, the
The company behind Centr, the fitness, mental health, nutrition and lifestyle app created by Chris
Sir Nick Varney has been revealed as the headline speaker at this year's VAC. Taking
Disney is looking to settle a lawsuit with Magic Key passholders over the alleged "deceptive
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Plans have been tabled for a US$2bn theme park and entertainment destination development in north-east
Hilton Hotels & Resorts will expand its luxury Conrad Hotels & Resorts brand with a
RWS Entertainment Group, based in New York City, has relaunched as RWS Global to create
Disney has revealed a new animatronic robot, designed to have an “emotional connection” with people.
London Resort Company Holdings (LRCH), the company behind plans to build a theme park resort
The row between Florida's Republican governor, Ron DeSantis, and The Walt Disney Company has escalated,
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Disney has filed a planning application that kickstarts the group's plans to create a future
Shanghai Disneyland theme park will reopen to visitors on Thursday 8 December, following a temporary
Disney is set to undergo a "major restructuring" following the shock return of CEO Bob
The Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser experience at Walt Disney World, Orlando, is among the winners
Merlin Entertainments, the UK-based global attractions operator which is second only to Disney in size,
Disney is utilising wearable technology to provide guests at its Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California,
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
There is no place like IAAPA Expo, it’s the place to take in the most
Non-profit organisation, Ryman Arts, has appointed Christian Lachel, chief creative officer of BRC Imagination Arts,
Disney is developing an augmented reality (AR) ride which could offer riders 3D experiences without
The world's first visitor attraction featuring IP owned by hugely popular Studio Ghibli is set
A Tangled -themed family ride is among a range of new attractions revealed for the
Disneyland Paris has hosted a soft opening of its new Avengers Campus Paris, ahead of
Experiential design firms The Hettema Group and Themespace have merged to create a new company
Disney has opened its long-awaited, Star Wars-themed Galactic Starcruiser resort. The ambitious new attraction at
North America and Japan-based visitor attractions and businesses picked up 14 of the 19 Thea
Disney’s Imagineers have created a brand new boutique retreat named Tenaya Stone Spa, opening 16
The Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida has changed some of its messaging as
Disneyland Paris has confirmed that it will open its long-awaited Disney’s Hotel New York –
COVID-19 has presented our industry with a chance to reinvent itself, said thought leader Seth
Luc Mayrand, who has spent the past 23 years as a Disney Imagineer, has been
Disney Imagineers have revealed a free-roaming animatronic which could revolutionise experience design and the visitor
Disney has unveiled three videos showing parts of the concept model for Fantasy Springs, a
Disney has added a fifth "key" to its famous set of values which have guided
Disney Imagineers could be planning on launching pop-up experiences in the US – and potentially
Disney has confirmed that it will open its long-awaited Avengers Campus at the Disneyland California
The Chinese visitor attractions market is set to bounce back from the pandemic with significant
Bob Rogers, the founder of BRC Imagination Arts, has predicted that the visitor attraction industry
A new international design challenge has been launched this month, inviting freelance designers in the
12,300
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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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
HCM magazine
Interview
Even though it’s been 14 years, it feels as though we’re just getting started
HCM magazine
Opinion
Dr Paul Bedford talks to Jak Phillips about the double-edged sword of the strength training trend and his ambitions for the sector
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
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
Debate
Although there’s much talk about working with health services, research from SLC suggests there’s much work to do before the sector is ready for the challenge. Kath Hudson asks the experts to identify barriers and solutions
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
Life lessons
Remember when there was mass hostility about London hosting the 2012 Olympics? Huw Edwards, CEO of UK Active, was there. He talks to Kath Hudson about the lessons he learned
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
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
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
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Go Fit’s value proposition is overwhelming. It makes us very attractive to a lot of people
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
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Study Active acquires Premier Global name and select branding assets
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Webinar: Building a new energy future for the leisure sector
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs.
Company profiles
Company profile: TRP (powered by Fitronics)
Fitronics develop effective, user-friendly software for the sport, health and fitness industry to improve member ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Innerva
For over 30 years Innerva, part of Shapemaster Global have been manufacturing specialist dual-function power ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Featured press releases
Technogym press release: DESIGN TO MOVE exhibition celebrates 40 years of Technogym with 40 unique creations by 40 designers
At 2024 Milan Design Week, Technogym celebrated its 40 years with the special exhibition "Design to Move”, featuring 40 unique Technogym Benches – one of the brand's iconic products – designed by 40 different international designers and artists from all over the world.
Directory
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
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

Disney news

Spa and wellness veteran Shannon Malave has been named spa director at iconic US spa
The healing power of water has inspired the concept behind a large new spa in
Connected fitness equipment supplier, Echelon Fitness, has signed a multi-year deal with Run Disney, the
The company behind Centr, the fitness, mental health, nutrition and lifestyle app created by Chris
Sir Nick Varney has been revealed as the headline speaker at this year's VAC. Taking
Disney is looking to settle a lawsuit with Magic Key passholders over the alleged "deceptive
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Plans have been tabled for a US$2bn theme park and entertainment destination development in north-east
Hilton Hotels & Resorts will expand its luxury Conrad Hotels & Resorts brand with a
RWS Entertainment Group, based in New York City, has relaunched as RWS Global to create
Disney has revealed a new animatronic robot, designed to have an “emotional connection” with people.
London Resort Company Holdings (LRCH), the company behind plans to build a theme park resort
The row between Florida's Republican governor, Ron DeSantis, and The Walt Disney Company has escalated,
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Disney has filed a planning application that kickstarts the group's plans to create a future
Shanghai Disneyland theme park will reopen to visitors on Thursday 8 December, following a temporary
Disney is set to undergo a "major restructuring" following the shock return of CEO Bob
The Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser experience at Walt Disney World, Orlando, is among the winners
Merlin Entertainments, the UK-based global attractions operator which is second only to Disney in size,
Disney is utilising wearable technology to provide guests at its Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California,
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
There is no place like IAAPA Expo, it’s the place to take in the most
Non-profit organisation, Ryman Arts, has appointed Christian Lachel, chief creative officer of BRC Imagination Arts,
Disney is developing an augmented reality (AR) ride which could offer riders 3D experiences without
The world's first visitor attraction featuring IP owned by hugely popular Studio Ghibli is set
A Tangled -themed family ride is among a range of new attractions revealed for the
Disneyland Paris has hosted a soft opening of its new Avengers Campus Paris, ahead of
Experiential design firms The Hettema Group and Themespace have merged to create a new company
Disney has opened its long-awaited, Star Wars-themed Galactic Starcruiser resort. The ambitious new attraction at
North America and Japan-based visitor attractions and businesses picked up 14 of the 19 Thea
Disney’s Imagineers have created a brand new boutique retreat named Tenaya Stone Spa, opening 16
The Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida has changed some of its messaging as
Disneyland Paris has confirmed that it will open its long-awaited Disney’s Hotel New York –
COVID-19 has presented our industry with a chance to reinvent itself, said thought leader Seth
Luc Mayrand, who has spent the past 23 years as a Disney Imagineer, has been
Disney Imagineers have revealed a free-roaming animatronic which could revolutionise experience design and the visitor
Disney has unveiled three videos showing parts of the concept model for Fantasy Springs, a
Disney has added a fifth "key" to its famous set of values which have guided
Disney Imagineers could be planning on launching pop-up experiences in the US – and potentially
Disney has confirmed that it will open its long-awaited Avengers Campus at the Disneyland California
The Chinese visitor attractions market is set to bounce back from the pandemic with significant
Bob Rogers, the founder of BRC Imagination Arts, has predicted that the visitor attraction industry
A new international design challenge has been launched this month, inviting freelance designers in the
1 - 40 of 12,300
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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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
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
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
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
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Go Fit’s value proposition is overwhelming. It makes us very attractive to a lot of people
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
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Study Active acquires Premier Global name and select branding assets
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Webinar: Building a new energy future for the leisure sector
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs.
Company profiles
Company profile: TRP (powered by Fitronics)
Fitronics develop effective, user-friendly software for the sport, health and fitness industry to improve member ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Innerva
For over 30 years Innerva, part of Shapemaster Global have been manufacturing specialist dual-function power ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Featured press releases
Technogym press release: DESIGN TO MOVE exhibition celebrates 40 years of Technogym with 40 unique creations by 40 designers
At 2024 Milan Design Week, Technogym celebrated its 40 years with the special exhibition "Design to Move”, featuring 40 unique Technogym Benches – one of the brand's iconic products – designed by 40 different international designers and artists from all over the world.
Directory
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
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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