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A US$50 million (£44.2 million, €51.2 million) transformation of Chicago's historic McCormick Mansion has created
Universal Destinations and Experiences has launched a new regional theme park model with the opening
Expo 2030 Riyadh is being planned as a permanent visitor destination, with organisers confirming the

The owner of one of Australia's best-known waterparks has acquired a major competitor,

HPO Tech has created a single-seat hyperbaric chamber, called Oyster, with an acrylic domed lid
A new immersive attraction designed to transport visitors into the final hours of ancient Pompeii
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) has unveiled its design for Eve Music Hall in Čepin, eastern
Experience design company, BRC Imagination Arts, has completed a transition that sees founder Bob Rogers

Work is underway in Madrid on one of Europe’s most significant multi-functional complexes,

Rainer Maelzer, an experiential entertainment innovator, has been appointed chief entertainment officer by Therme Group. 
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming
Therme Manchester’s 28-acre development, which will include interconnected glass pavilions that measure 65,000sq m, will
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage

A proposed Puy du Fou development near Bicester and Universal Destinations and Experiences’

Shedd Aquarium has opened the Immersion Theater developed in partnership with SimEx-Iwerks, as

The UK government has announced a temporary reduction in VAT on visitor attractions

The government of Thailand is exploring plans for a THB300bn (£6.3bn, US$8.3bn) entertainment

Submersive, an immersive art bathhouse concept by Corvas Brinkerhoff, co-founder of experiential art company Meow
Yas Waterworld in Abu Dhabi has launched a major expansion, adding more than 20 new
World of Frozen has opened at Disney Adventure World in Disneyland Paris with new offerings
The €200m (US$221.3 million, £169.7 million) Pical Resort, Valamar Collection has opened in Croatia with
The UK’s trade body for the physical activity sector, UK Active has announced that Cameron
Janu, a brand by the Aman Group, will open its second location in 2027, in
Will Dean co-founder of Tough Mudder says he's reinventing personal training with a new venture
Ian Mulcahey, global director of cities at Gensler, says its masterplan for a former military
Cox Architecture and Hassell have been appointed by the government of Queensland, Australia, to lead
Saudi Arabian developer Midad Real Estate has signed an agreement with the state-owned developer Diriyah
Research by the Health and Fitness Association suggests that 2026 will be another good year
Viceroy is developing a resort with a rainforest spa on the Bocas del Toro peninsula
Beyond Activ  APAC took place at the Crowne Conference Centre in Melbourne, Australia from 2-3
Design firm Heatherwick Studio and British lighting brand Tala have teamed up to create a
Village Health and Wellness Clubs, which was acquired by Blackstone from KSL in July 2024,
Unless urgent action is taken to increase physical activity this generation of children will face
Go Fit has been brought on board by Club Atlético de Madrid for the €800
While others pour concrete and steel, AStation launches dinosaurs and heroes within weeks — no
After a networking breakfast, Leisure Media CEO, Liz Terry and PureGym chair, Humphrey Cobbold, have
Studio Apostoli has designed an immersive water-based spa experience called Arché Water Path Luxury Experience,
Valamar Riviera, a Croatian tourism company and hotel operator, will open its Pical Resort with
The Lego Group has agreed to acquire 29 Lego Discovery Centres for £200 million from
Feature film animation studio Mack Animation has released an animated film featuring German theme park
This year marks a significant milestone for Red Raion, the CGI studio that has become
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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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Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
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As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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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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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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Research
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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Stephen Price

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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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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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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
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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
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New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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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
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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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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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The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, 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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World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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A US$50 million (£44.2 million, €51.2 million) transformation of Chicago's historic McCormick Mansion has created
Universal Destinations and Experiences has launched a new regional theme park model with the opening
Expo 2030 Riyadh is being planned as a permanent visitor destination, with organisers confirming the

The owner of one of Australia's best-known waterparks has acquired a major competitor,

HPO Tech has created a single-seat hyperbaric chamber, called Oyster, with an acrylic domed lid
A new immersive attraction designed to transport visitors into the final hours of ancient Pompeii
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) has unveiled its design for Eve Music Hall in Čepin, eastern
Experience design company, BRC Imagination Arts, has completed a transition that sees founder Bob Rogers

Work is underway in Madrid on one of Europe’s most significant multi-functional complexes,

Rainer Maelzer, an experiential entertainment innovator, has been appointed chief entertainment officer by Therme Group. 
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming
Therme Manchester’s 28-acre development, which will include interconnected glass pavilions that measure 65,000sq m, will
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage

A proposed Puy du Fou development near Bicester and Universal Destinations and Experiences’

Shedd Aquarium has opened the Immersion Theater developed in partnership with SimEx-Iwerks, as

The UK government has announced a temporary reduction in VAT on visitor attractions

The government of Thailand is exploring plans for a THB300bn (£6.3bn, US$8.3bn) entertainment

Submersive, an immersive art bathhouse concept by Corvas Brinkerhoff, co-founder of experiential art company Meow
Yas Waterworld in Abu Dhabi has launched a major expansion, adding more than 20 new
World of Frozen has opened at Disney Adventure World in Disneyland Paris with new offerings
The €200m (US$221.3 million, £169.7 million) Pical Resort, Valamar Collection has opened in Croatia with
The UK’s trade body for the physical activity sector, UK Active has announced that Cameron
Janu, a brand by the Aman Group, will open its second location in 2027, in
Will Dean co-founder of Tough Mudder says he's reinventing personal training with a new venture
Ian Mulcahey, global director of cities at Gensler, says its masterplan for a former military
Cox Architecture and Hassell have been appointed by the government of Queensland, Australia, to lead
Saudi Arabian developer Midad Real Estate has signed an agreement with the state-owned developer Diriyah
Research by the Health and Fitness Association suggests that 2026 will be another good year
Viceroy is developing a resort with a rainforest spa on the Bocas del Toro peninsula
Beyond Activ  APAC took place at the Crowne Conference Centre in Melbourne, Australia from 2-3
Design firm Heatherwick Studio and British lighting brand Tala have teamed up to create a
Village Health and Wellness Clubs, which was acquired by Blackstone from KSL in July 2024,
Unless urgent action is taken to increase physical activity this generation of children will face
Go Fit has been brought on board by Club Atlético de Madrid for the €800
While others pour concrete and steel, AStation launches dinosaurs and heroes within weeks — no
After a networking breakfast, Leisure Media CEO, Liz Terry and PureGym chair, Humphrey Cobbold, have
Studio Apostoli has designed an immersive water-based spa experience called Arché Water Path Luxury Experience,
Valamar Riviera, a Croatian tourism company and hotel operator, will open its Pical Resort with
The Lego Group has agreed to acquire 29 Lego Discovery Centres for £200 million from
Feature film animation studio Mack Animation has released an animated film featuring German theme park
This year marks a significant milestone for Red Raion, the CGI studio that has become
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Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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
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
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
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
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
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
HCM magazine
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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 fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, 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
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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
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: Cornerstone Connect helps Active Blackpool tackle health inequalities
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple systems to be aggregated into one dataset, to support its focus on reducing health inequalities and improving healthy life expectancy.
Company profiles
Company profile: Ziva Strength
Ziva is an elite-performance fitness brand that designs, manufactures, delivers, and services premium resistance training, ...
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Company profile: Serco Leisure
Serco Leisure Operating Limited is one of the UK’s leading national operators of leisure centres, ...
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
Fitbench press release: Fitbench unlocks the power of every square metre with Fitrack
Fitbench, the commercial fitness equipment company known for simplifying training spaces and removing barriers to exercise, today announces the launch of Fitrack, a multi-person, multifunctional training system that transforms underutilised gym space into a complete small group training destination.
Featured press releases
Precor Fitness Ltd press release: BH Live partners with Precor, transforming the Mountbatten Leisure Centre Gym
Alongside Precor, BH Live, the registered charity and social enterprise operating sport and leisure facilities across southern England, has completed a major refurbishment of the gym at Mountbatten Leisure Centre in Portsmouth as a part of a £750,000 inve
Directory
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
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
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
06-08 Oct 2026
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
22-22 Oct 2026
QEII Conference Centre, London,
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26-29 Oct 2027
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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