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EvianSpa has revealed fifteen original compositions to be played during treatments, to elevate the quality
Wrap Up by VP, the US-based spa wraps and resort wear brand, has released its
Not-for-profit trade association The Asia Pacific Spa and Wellness Coalition (APSWC) bestowed lifetime achievement awards
The scientific director of the integrative medicine resort company Buchinger Wilhelmi, Dr Françoise Wilhelmi de
Zannier Île De Bendor, a new island retreat, has been unveiled off the south coast
Basic-Fit has received permission to operate 24/7 staffless clubs in France, a change which is
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Sant Roch, a contrast therapy wellness centre that opened in Paris’ first arrondissement (France) last
Dior Spa at Cheval Blanc Paris, France, has created a wellbeing programme for women during
Dior has expanded its treatment menu with the introduction of the OZ Portable by OxygenCeuticals.
Hôtel Crillon Le Brave has announced it has partnered with dietitian-nutritionist and naturopath Claire Borwin
French health and fitness operator and franchisor, L'Orange Bleue Group, has appointed José Nercellas as
David Lloyd Leisure is significantly boosting its European presence, with the acquisition of health and
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
In April 2026, Skyy – part of AKT Group – will take part in the
Italy’s wellness economy is ranked as the fourth-largest in Europe and the 10th largest globally,
Vibrating tendons before cycling allows people to push harder without feeling mental strain, according to
The US, China, Germany, Japan and the UK have the top five largest wellness markets
Organised by HaB France, in partnership with the industry veteran Vladi Kovanic, the Medi Wellness
ALL Accor (Accor’s booking platform and loyalty programme) has partnered with forecasting agency Globetrender to
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released two global reports calling on governments around the
British skincare company Elemis has released its new Pro-Collagen Hydrating Cleansing Mousse. The brand has
A collection of lighting from Paris-based designer Lucas Zito aims to reframe the idea of
FIBO and its parent company RX have convened a high-level seminar recently called Longevity in
New launch, Discover Collection, is a hospitality membership brand for consumers looking to travel with
Hattie David-Wilkinson, global head of wellness and longevity for iconic luxury hotel group Maybourne, has
Saade, a wellness lifestyle brand, has launched a swimsuit as part of a collection specifically
UK-born functional fitness competition, Athx Games is entering a new chapter with a landmark four-year
Many professionals have known us through C.O.D.E. and Skyy, two distinct brands shaping premium and
RLA Global finds wellness hotels are demonstrating unexpected stability amid economic pressure, according to the
A €285 million (US$316 million, £242 million) next-generation luxury yachting destination, Marina Resort Cavtat, is
FIBO, the international fitness and health trade show, is hosting an exclusive event in Paris,
Hôtel Royal in Evian-les-Bains, France – the birthplace of the Danone-owned mineral water brand Evian
In response to the growing demand for minimalist yet high-performance skincare, Yon-Ka Paris has created
Lifestyle operator Ennismore has announced two new Delano-branded hotel deals following the company’s partnership with
After years of experience in wellness consulting and concept development, bbspa Group is expanding its
The Great Spa Towns of Europe (GSTE) Association discussed the spa towns’ legacies at the
Lefay Resort and Spa Lago di Garda in Italy has topped a new list of
The first-ever Africa Wellness Congress drew around 100 people to Morocco earlier this month, offering
Basic-Fit has acquired German franchise, Clever Fit, taking its estate to 2,150 clubs and making
Feature film animation studio Mack Animation has released an animated film featuring German theme park
Wellbeing hospitality consultancy Lumina Wellbeing has curated a retreat in collaboration with Vietnam Detox –
12,300
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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
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
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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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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Sponsored
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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
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Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company
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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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Phillip Mills

CEO, Les Mills
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
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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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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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Specifier
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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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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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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Welcome to Elevate 2026
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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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I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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
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
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
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
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
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
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
HCM magazine
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
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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: Elevate 2026 to mark 10-year anniversary with biggest ever waterfront drinks reception
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming the event’s largest-ever drinks reception as registrations continue to run more than 10% ahead of last year.
Company profiles
Company profile: Sporty Group AS
With more than 90 fitness centres across the country and more than 130.000 members, Sporty ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Epassi UK
For the last 23 years they have been on a mission to create a fitter, ...
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Catalogue Gallery
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Featured press releases
MyZone press release: Myzone global data reveals the building blocks of consistent exercise habits
A major new report from Myzone, the global leader in motivation technology for fitness, reveals how motivation becomes habit and how that transformation drives member retention and long-term business growth.
Featured press releases
GLL press release: GLL highlights the importance of drowning prevention to kids nationally as summer holidays near
School assemblies and water safety messages as part of swim lessons.   The UK's largest public pools and swim school operator, GLL, is providing timely activities during Drowning Prevention Week (13-20 June 2026) to raise awareness of water safety ahead of kids breaking up for the summer holidays.
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Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Lockers
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Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Hot tubs
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Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
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Stratford, East London.
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13-13 Jun 2026
Worldwide, Various,
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21-24 Sep 2026
The Langham Huntington Pasadena , Pasadena, United States
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06-08 Oct 2026
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
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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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France news

EvianSpa has revealed fifteen original compositions to be played during treatments, to elevate the quality
Wrap Up by VP, the US-based spa wraps and resort wear brand, has released its
Not-for-profit trade association The Asia Pacific Spa and Wellness Coalition (APSWC) bestowed lifetime achievement awards
The scientific director of the integrative medicine resort company Buchinger Wilhelmi, Dr Françoise Wilhelmi de
Zannier Île De Bendor, a new island retreat, has been unveiled off the south coast
Basic-Fit has received permission to operate 24/7 staffless clubs in France, a change which is
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Sant Roch, a contrast therapy wellness centre that opened in Paris’ first arrondissement (France) last
Dior Spa at Cheval Blanc Paris, France, has created a wellbeing programme for women during
Dior has expanded its treatment menu with the introduction of the OZ Portable by OxygenCeuticals.
Hôtel Crillon Le Brave has announced it has partnered with dietitian-nutritionist and naturopath Claire Borwin
French health and fitness operator and franchisor, L'Orange Bleue Group, has appointed José Nercellas as
David Lloyd Leisure is significantly boosting its European presence, with the acquisition of health and
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
In April 2026, Skyy – part of AKT Group – will take part in the
Italy’s wellness economy is ranked as the fourth-largest in Europe and the 10th largest globally,
Vibrating tendons before cycling allows people to push harder without feeling mental strain, according to
The US, China, Germany, Japan and the UK have the top five largest wellness markets
Organised by HaB France, in partnership with the industry veteran Vladi Kovanic, the Medi Wellness
ALL Accor (Accor’s booking platform and loyalty programme) has partnered with forecasting agency Globetrender to
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released two global reports calling on governments around the
British skincare company Elemis has released its new Pro-Collagen Hydrating Cleansing Mousse. The brand has
A collection of lighting from Paris-based designer Lucas Zito aims to reframe the idea of
FIBO and its parent company RX have convened a high-level seminar recently called Longevity in
New launch, Discover Collection, is a hospitality membership brand for consumers looking to travel with
Hattie David-Wilkinson, global head of wellness and longevity for iconic luxury hotel group Maybourne, has
Saade, a wellness lifestyle brand, has launched a swimsuit as part of a collection specifically
UK-born functional fitness competition, Athx Games is entering a new chapter with a landmark four-year
Many professionals have known us through C.O.D.E. and Skyy, two distinct brands shaping premium and
RLA Global finds wellness hotels are demonstrating unexpected stability amid economic pressure, according to the
A €285 million (US$316 million, £242 million) next-generation luxury yachting destination, Marina Resort Cavtat, is
FIBO, the international fitness and health trade show, is hosting an exclusive event in Paris,
Hôtel Royal in Evian-les-Bains, France – the birthplace of the Danone-owned mineral water brand Evian
In response to the growing demand for minimalist yet high-performance skincare, Yon-Ka Paris has created
Lifestyle operator Ennismore has announced two new Delano-branded hotel deals following the company’s partnership with
After years of experience in wellness consulting and concept development, bbspa Group is expanding its
The Great Spa Towns of Europe (GSTE) Association discussed the spa towns’ legacies at the
Lefay Resort and Spa Lago di Garda in Italy has topped a new list of
The first-ever Africa Wellness Congress drew around 100 people to Morocco earlier this month, offering
Basic-Fit has acquired German franchise, Clever Fit, taking its estate to 2,150 clubs and making
Feature film animation studio Mack Animation has released an animated film featuring German theme park
Wellbeing hospitality consultancy Lumina Wellbeing has curated a retreat in collaboration with Vietnam Detox –
1 - 40 of 12,300
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
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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
Promotion
Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company
HCM promotional features
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
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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
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
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
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
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
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
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
HCM magazine
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
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: Elevate 2026 to mark 10-year anniversary with biggest ever waterfront drinks reception
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming the event’s largest-ever drinks reception as registrations continue to run more than 10% ahead of last year.
Company profiles
Company profile: Sporty Group AS
With more than 90 fitness centres across the country and more than 130.000 members, Sporty ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Epassi UK
For the last 23 years they have been on a mission to create a fitter, ...
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 global data reveals the building blocks of consistent exercise habits
A major new report from Myzone, the global leader in motivation technology for fitness, reveals how motivation becomes habit and how that transformation drives member retention and long-term business growth.
Featured press releases
GLL press release: GLL highlights the importance of drowning prevention to kids nationally as summer holidays near
School assemblies and water safety messages as part of swim lessons.   The UK's largest public pools and swim school operator, GLL, is providing timely activities during Drowning Prevention Week (13-20 June 2026) to raise awareness of water safety ahead of kids breaking up for the summer holidays.
Directory
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
13-13 Jun 2026
Worldwide, Various,
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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