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Abu Dhabi-based investment firm Mubadala Capital has made a binding, fully financed €1 billion offer
Mandarin Oriental has announced a standalone residence brand, Mansions, which will debut at Emirates Palace,
Spanish preventative health operator, SHA, has formed its Global Scientific Advisory Board, comprising experts from
Wellfit has announced the launch of a flagship location at Reem Hall in Abu Dhabi.
Zoe Wall has been appointed VP of wellness for AB Living Group.  With more than
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has released an updated report showing the UAE’s wellness economy
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Photos of Zayed National Museum have been released ahead of its planned opening in December
Two London-based UBX gyms have become affiliated partners of the global race brand, Hyrox. Boxing,
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has revealed a list of some of the speakers that
Bulgari Hotels and Resorts has signed an agreement with UAE real estate developer Eagle Hills
The 2025 Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has changed location to the upcoming Mandarin Oriental Downtown
Spanish preventative health operator, SHA Wellness, is collaborating with Whoop to enhance its Leaders Performance
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Lift Brands – parent company of Snap Fitness – has reacquired its own master franchise
UAE developer Aldar has announced plans for The Wilds, a new wellness-focused community coming to
Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts is set to launch its “most significant wellbeing offering” to date
Fitness participation rates in the United Arab Emirates and Kingdom Saudi Arabia are growing faster
The 19th annual Global Wellness Summit (GWS) will be held from 18-21 November 2025 at
Susan Turner, CEO of PureGym Middle East, has told HCM the company is extending its
The Wellness Tourism Association (WTA) is gearing up to host its fourth annual International Wellness
Boxing and strength franchise UBX has taken a step closer to realising its ambitions to
Thirty one per cent of adults worldwide – approximately 1.8 billion people – did not
Spanish wellness brand SHA Wellness Clinic is busy preparing to bolster its wellness portfolio in
Eight of the world’s leading spa operations were honoured at the annual World Spa and
Spanish wellness brand, SHA Wellness Clinic, will open its first international outpost in Mexico today
Kerzner International has officially opened the doors to its striking new vertical resort, One&Only One
Irish marine seaweed brand Voya is celebrating a significant development in its global expansion, having
Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts has announced plans to unveil its biggest property and most impressive
Spanish wellness brand SHA Wellness will open its Latin American flagship in January in Costa
Spanish football club, Real Madrid, has signed a global partnership agreement with Visit Dubai, which
Integrative medical-wellness spa brand SHA Wellness has enhanced its Alicante destination with new sexual health
Wellfit, UAE-based operator of vast health and fitness, sport and wellness clubs, has announced plans
Hospitality consulting and intelligence firm HVS* has appointed Peter Anderson as a managing director and
Pure Gym Arabia, the franchise partner of Pure Gym Group in the Middle East, has
Alfredo Bataller, founder of established Spanish destination spa Sha Wellness Clinic (SHA), has launched a
Kerala, India, has been selected as the location for the first-ever Tulah property – the
Professional skincare and spa brand Swissline has partnered with the new spa at Anantara World
After a three-year hiatus, FIBO’s return on 7-10 April 2022 heralded a strong restart for
Six Senses will enter the UAE market in 2024 with a 61-room hotel and 162
A new creative hub in Doha looks to position itself as the new heart of
In a major move against the gym market, Apple has revealed a number of upgrades
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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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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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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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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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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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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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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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Opinion
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
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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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First person
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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Research
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
HCM magazine
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
HCM magazine
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
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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A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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
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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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
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
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Emirate news

Abu Dhabi-based investment firm Mubadala Capital has made a binding, fully financed €1 billion offer
Mandarin Oriental has announced a standalone residence brand, Mansions, which will debut at Emirates Palace,
Spanish preventative health operator, SHA, has formed its Global Scientific Advisory Board, comprising experts from
Wellfit has announced the launch of a flagship location at Reem Hall in Abu Dhabi.
Zoe Wall has been appointed VP of wellness for AB Living Group.  With more than
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has released an updated report showing the UAE’s wellness economy
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Photos of Zayed National Museum have been released ahead of its planned opening in December
Two London-based UBX gyms have become affiliated partners of the global race brand, Hyrox. Boxing,
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has revealed a list of some of the speakers that
Bulgari Hotels and Resorts has signed an agreement with UAE real estate developer Eagle Hills
The 2025 Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has changed location to the upcoming Mandarin Oriental Downtown
Spanish preventative health operator, SHA Wellness, is collaborating with Whoop to enhance its Leaders Performance
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Lift Brands – parent company of Snap Fitness – has reacquired its own master franchise
UAE developer Aldar has announced plans for The Wilds, a new wellness-focused community coming to
Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts is set to launch its “most significant wellbeing offering” to date
Fitness participation rates in the United Arab Emirates and Kingdom Saudi Arabia are growing faster
The 19th annual Global Wellness Summit (GWS) will be held from 18-21 November 2025 at
Susan Turner, CEO of PureGym Middle East, has told HCM the company is extending its
The Wellness Tourism Association (WTA) is gearing up to host its fourth annual International Wellness
Boxing and strength franchise UBX has taken a step closer to realising its ambitions to
Thirty one per cent of adults worldwide – approximately 1.8 billion people – did not
Spanish wellness brand SHA Wellness Clinic is busy preparing to bolster its wellness portfolio in
Eight of the world’s leading spa operations were honoured at the annual World Spa and
Spanish wellness brand, SHA Wellness Clinic, will open its first international outpost in Mexico today
Kerzner International has officially opened the doors to its striking new vertical resort, One&Only One
Irish marine seaweed brand Voya is celebrating a significant development in its global expansion, having
Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts has announced plans to unveil its biggest property and most impressive
Spanish wellness brand SHA Wellness will open its Latin American flagship in January in Costa
Spanish football club, Real Madrid, has signed a global partnership agreement with Visit Dubai, which
Integrative medical-wellness spa brand SHA Wellness has enhanced its Alicante destination with new sexual health
Wellfit, UAE-based operator of vast health and fitness, sport and wellness clubs, has announced plans
Hospitality consulting and intelligence firm HVS* has appointed Peter Anderson as a managing director and
Pure Gym Arabia, the franchise partner of Pure Gym Group in the Middle East, has
Alfredo Bataller, founder of established Spanish destination spa Sha Wellness Clinic (SHA), has launched a
Kerala, India, has been selected as the location for the first-ever Tulah property – the
Professional skincare and spa brand Swissline has partnered with the new spa at Anantara World
After a three-year hiatus, FIBO’s return on 7-10 April 2022 heralded a strong restart for
Six Senses will enter the UAE market in 2024 with a 61-room hotel and 162
A new creative hub in Doha looks to position itself as the new heart of
In a major move against the gym market, Apple has revealed a number of upgrades
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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
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
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
HCM magazine
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
HCM magazine
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
HCM magazine
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you. Write to [email protected]
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
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
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: 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.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Zynk - wellness design experts
Zynk are a team of specialist interior architects and designers with more than 25 year’s ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Matrix Fitness
Matrix provides equipment to facilities in all market sectors including private health clubs, residential housing, ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - From nightclub to health club
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
MyZone press release: Myzone Go expands operator opportunity with Garmin integration
Myzone has announced a significant expansion of its MoTech (Motivation Technology) platform, as Myzone Go integration with Garmin goes live.
Featured press releases
Dyaco UK Ltd press release: i-Strength | Spirit Commercial Fitness: Same movements, smarter resistance
Upgrading a gym floor is rarely straightforward. New equipment means retraining staff, repositioning layouts, and a period of adjustment for members.
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
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
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
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
Diary dates
29-31 Oct 2026
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand , Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
14-15 Nov 2026
The Kromhouthal , Amsterdam, Netherlands
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26-29 Oct 2027
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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