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Private hotel owner and developer Hunter Valley Luxury Hotels (HVL Hotels) will open a new
“For 5,000 years humans have been emotionally moved by artworks, but the relationship has always
The London Museum’s new site will open in Smithfield, East London, on 28 November 2026. 
Peloton has made the strategic acquisition of Pilates start-up, Skōp, to support the expansion of
Fold’s new Studio Reformer has been engineered for everyday use in commercial environments. At its
The Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has revealed plans to expand its presence in Egypt with
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Dior Spa at Cheval Blanc Paris, France, has created a wellbeing programme for women during
Banyan Tree is adding Connection Retreats – immersive wellbeing journeys for small groups – to
The Newman Hotel in London, UK, the first to be operated by management company Kinsfolk
By 2050, the average person could gain nine years of healthy life and the global
Reformer Pilates brand Fold and Create PT have announced the launch of Fold Academy, a
Hilton’s first luxury resort in Greece, Conrad Corfu, will open in the serene beachtown of
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Steigenberger Icon Europäischer Hof Baden-Baden in Baden-Baden, Germany, opened earlier this year following extensive renovations
Grassroots sport and exercise boost the UK economy by £36.2 billion every year, according to
The fourth edition of Synergy – The Retreat Show took place between 7-10 October in
Vibration, compression, and red light - all in one handpiece - offer therapists a way
EMD UK, the national governing body for group exercise, has announced the appointment of Dan
Seven UK organisations across culture, entertainment and education have announced a partnership that will see
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Contrast bathing and social wellness start-up Othership has raised US$11.3 million (€10.5 million, £8.94 million)
Sudden cardiac death is unusually high among male bodybuilders worldwide, with the highest risk among
Dior, which has been quietly opening luxury spas in high-end locations around the world, including
In a market where longevity and adaptability are essential, Skyy stands out with its commitment
The Woodland Spa, a premier UK day spa located in Burnley, Lancashire, is set to
Paul Hawco, a seasoned figure in the international wellness industry, has assumed the role of
Europe’s first Evian Spa has opened at the five-star Hôtel Royal in Evian-les-Bains, France –
The 16th edition of the esteemed international spa and hospitality industry event, Forum Hotel and
Julia Sutton, co-founder of exhale Spa, was tragically killed in a hit-and-run accident in New
According to a pilot study by Yale School of Medicine, exercise can not only slow
A new urban wellness retreat has opened in downtown Portland, Oregon, at the recently opened
Edinburgh Leisure is not considering facility closures, despite a number of stories circulating in local
Biologique Recherche has appointed Jean-Guillaume Trottier as group CEO, marking the start of a new
In the dynamic landscape of wellness, music serves a crucial role in creating unforgettable and
Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Urban Planning (MoCAUP) has opened an exhibition which provides
Austrian eco-resort Puradies in Leogang, Austria, has been upgraded with a brand new spa inspired
GoSleep, the Finnish company behind commercial sleep pods, says it only takes a 15-minute power
Along with the complete reformulation of Hydramemory, the new skin-adaptive hydration collection, Comfort Zone introduces
Experience designers, Mather & Co, have orchestrated a remarkable collaboration with ITV to unveil the
Global architectural firm Woods Bagot has completed its comprehensive renewal of the Continental Sorrento in
A report issued by the UK Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has accused Sport England
Spanish spa and skincare brand Germaine de Capuccini has expanded its collection with its first
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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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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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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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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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BLK BOX has been reimagining elite performance spaces for more than a decade. Founder and former athlete, Greg Bradley, tells us what it takes
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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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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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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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Research
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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Phillip Mills

CEO, Les Mills
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
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Talking point
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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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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Specifier
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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Specifier
Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
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Jamie Clements

The Breath Coach
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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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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Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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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
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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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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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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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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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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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Welcome to Elevate 2026
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Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
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STA is pleased to announce that its Safeguarding Children and Adults at Risk CPD has been endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) against both the Safeguarding and Protecting Children and Safeguarding Adults technical specialism professional standards.
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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.
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Private hotel owner and developer Hunter Valley Luxury Hotels (HVL Hotels) will open a new
“For 5,000 years humans have been emotionally moved by artworks, but the relationship has always
The London Museum’s new site will open in Smithfield, East London, on 28 November 2026. 
Peloton has made the strategic acquisition of Pilates start-up, Skōp, to support the expansion of
Fold’s new Studio Reformer has been engineered for everyday use in commercial environments. At its
The Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has revealed plans to expand its presence in Egypt with
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Dior Spa at Cheval Blanc Paris, France, has created a wellbeing programme for women during
Banyan Tree is adding Connection Retreats – immersive wellbeing journeys for small groups – to
The Newman Hotel in London, UK, the first to be operated by management company Kinsfolk
By 2050, the average person could gain nine years of healthy life and the global
Reformer Pilates brand Fold and Create PT have announced the launch of Fold Academy, a
Hilton’s first luxury resort in Greece, Conrad Corfu, will open in the serene beachtown of
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Steigenberger Icon Europäischer Hof Baden-Baden in Baden-Baden, Germany, opened earlier this year following extensive renovations
Grassroots sport and exercise boost the UK economy by £36.2 billion every year, according to
The fourth edition of Synergy – The Retreat Show took place between 7-10 October in
Vibration, compression, and red light - all in one handpiece - offer therapists a way
EMD UK, the national governing body for group exercise, has announced the appointment of Dan
Seven UK organisations across culture, entertainment and education have announced a partnership that will see
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Contrast bathing and social wellness start-up Othership has raised US$11.3 million (€10.5 million, £8.94 million)
Sudden cardiac death is unusually high among male bodybuilders worldwide, with the highest risk among
Dior, which has been quietly opening luxury spas in high-end locations around the world, including
In a market where longevity and adaptability are essential, Skyy stands out with its commitment
The Woodland Spa, a premier UK day spa located in Burnley, Lancashire, is set to
Paul Hawco, a seasoned figure in the international wellness industry, has assumed the role of
Europe’s first Evian Spa has opened at the five-star Hôtel Royal in Evian-les-Bains, France –
The 16th edition of the esteemed international spa and hospitality industry event, Forum Hotel and
Julia Sutton, co-founder of exhale Spa, was tragically killed in a hit-and-run accident in New
According to a pilot study by Yale School of Medicine, exercise can not only slow
A new urban wellness retreat has opened in downtown Portland, Oregon, at the recently opened
Edinburgh Leisure is not considering facility closures, despite a number of stories circulating in local
Biologique Recherche has appointed Jean-Guillaume Trottier as group CEO, marking the start of a new
In the dynamic landscape of wellness, music serves a crucial role in creating unforgettable and
Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Urban Planning (MoCAUP) has opened an exhibition which provides
Austrian eco-resort Puradies in Leogang, Austria, has been upgraded with a brand new spa inspired
GoSleep, the Finnish company behind commercial sleep pods, says it only takes a 15-minute power
Along with the complete reformulation of Hydramemory, the new skin-adaptive hydration collection, Comfort Zone introduces
Experience designers, Mather & Co, have orchestrated a remarkable collaboration with ITV to unveil the
Global architectural firm Woods Bagot has completed its comprehensive renewal of the Continental Sorrento in
A report issued by the UK Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has accused Sport England
Spanish spa and skincare brand Germaine de Capuccini has expanded its collection with its first
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HCM promotional features
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Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Promotion
BLK BOX has been reimagining elite performance spaces for more than a decade. Founder and former athlete, Greg Bradley, tells us what it takes
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
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jamie Clements

The Breath Coach
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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
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
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
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
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Welcome to Elevate 2026
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: 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.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: CoverMe extends matching service to personal training, rewriting how members and personal trainers connect
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal training platform that connects the right personal trainer to the right client in under 10 seconds.
Company profiles
Company profile: Gantner
Gantner optimizes and simplifies the organisation of fitness clubs. Using touchless RFID/NFC credentials (member cards, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Connect
Connect is a UK-based technology company redefining how the fitness and wellness industry builds digital ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Swimming Teachers' Association (STA) press release: STA Safeguarding programme for aquatic professionals awarded CIMSPA endorsement and CPD points
STA is pleased to announce that its Safeguarding Children and Adults at Risk CPD has been endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) against both the Safeguarding and Protecting Children and Safeguarding Adults technical specialism professional standards.
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
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
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
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
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
26-29 Oct 2027
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
Diary dates
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