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Growth news

£30m growth opportunity identified in personal training
A new report from Your Personal Training (YPT) suggests UK gym operators could be missing
McKinsey: 84 per cent of consumers say wellness is a top priority
Eighty-four per cent of consumers now say wellness is a top priority in their lives,
PureGym appoints Alex Wood as CEO as Clive Chesser steps down
PureGym Group has announced that group chief financial officer, Alex Wood, is taking over the
Toverland unveils €98m expansion plan as park prepares to launch resort development
The Toverland theme park in the Netherlands has announced a €98m expansion programme that will
Les Mills calls on the industry to support UNICEF
Global group exercise specialist, Les Mills, is inviting operators to sign up to its Workout
Peloton signals potential move into reformer Pilates with Skop acquisition
Peloton has made the strategic acquisition of Pilates start-up, Skōp, to support the expansion of
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
PROMOTION
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
More featured supplier news
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB rebrands to Evolve
The 20th State of the Industry Report from LeisureDB has revealed a resilient, expanding and
Orangetheory set for Italian expansion and Technogym tie-up
Purpose Brands has announced its entry into the Italian market, having sold the franchise rights
SC Fitness celebrates milestone moment of 100 gyms
Portugal’s leading operator, SC Fitness, is celebrating a milestone by reaching 100 gyms.  The company
Viva Leisure gets set to launch a new low-cost brand, Zoo Fit
Australia’s fast-growing fitness network, Viva Leisure, is adding a low-cost gym brand to its already
Work gets underway on Madrid's €800 million leisure complex

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

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
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
PROMOTION
Reaching the people most gyms miss: Bedford Gym & Swim Campaign delivers 410 new members
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
More featured supplier news
Reaching the people most gyms miss: Bedford Gym & Swim Campaign delivers 410 new members
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
OSKIA unveils Midnight Eye Q cream for nocturnal repair
Nutri-cosmeceutical beauty brand OSKIA has unveiled an eye cream called Midnight Eye Q, which has
Universal and Puy du Fou projects point to rise of Oxford–Cambridge corridor

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

Guerlain to open up to five spas with handpicked partners a year, says Diane Davody
LVMH-owned beauty house Guerlain will launch up to five spas with partners a year as
US reformer operator, Solidcore, is coming to Europe
Solidcore, which is majority owned by L Catterton, has confirmed that it is actively exploring
Gymnation ramps up expansion and heads to Asia, after securing US$100 million from BlackRock vehicle
GCC gym operator, Gymnation, has secured a $100 million private credit facility from HPS Investment
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
PROMOTION
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
More featured supplier news
First look: Miraval opens on the Red Sea in Saudi Arabia
Miraval The Red Sea has opened on Shura Island in Saudi Arabia as part of
Life Time increases the size of its clubs to accommodate premium features
US athletic country club operator, Life Time, says its 2026 growth strategy and outlook are
Global wellness real estate market is worth US$876 billion, says GWI
The wellness real estate market remains the fastest-growing wellness sector, according to new research by
Xponential Fitness posts Q1 losses, but continues turnaround as it appoints key personnel

The turnaround at Xponential Fitness is yet to bear fruit, as Q1 revenues

Planet Fitness Q1 results disappoint the market, in spite of strong growth
Despite revenue growth and an increase in the number of sites, shares in Planet Fitness
Africa Wellness Initiative to host webinar about the region’s role in global longevity
The Africa Wellness Initiative (AWI) is to host a webinar exploring Africa’s role in the
PROMOTION
Spa Life – where spa leaders grow together
The Spa Life UK Convention returns from 21–23 June 2026 at Whittlebury Park Hotel, Spa
VivaGym becomes dominant force in Iberia with Synergym acquisition
VivaGym – the fast-growing operator of high-value low-price gyms in Spain and Portugal – is
Active Lives data shows positive impact from fitness sector
Activity levels are still rising among English adults according to Sport England’s new Active Lives
Day spa brand Èliva debuts ahead of rollout by Salter Brothers Hospitality
Salter Brothers Hospitality (SBH) has revealed a new spa brand, Èliva, which it plans to
PureGym excited about US opportunities as it unveils full-year results
On unveiling a strong set of year-end results, PureGym CEO, Clive Chesser, says the low-cost
Basic-Fit predicts double-digit growth in 2026, as it rolls out staffless model and franchise opportunities
Basic-Fit has received permission to operate 24/7 staffless clubs in France, a change which is
Erica Martin joins Trybe as sales director for North America
Operational booking software company Trybe has appointed hospitality technology specialist Erica Martin as sales director
G.M. Collin releases GF Repair Cream and Serum
G.M. Collin has released a cream and a serum using an advanced vegan growth factor
Ukraine Active accepts first BeActive Award at EHFF
EuropeActive interim president, Marcel Boots and host, TV presenter and former Paralympian, Denise Schindler, have
World of Frozen launches at Disneyland Paris
World of Frozen has opened at Disney Adventure World in Disneyland Paris with new offerings
Les Mills is named the Official Group Training Programme Parter for Hyrox
Hyrox, is joining forces with Les Mills, to offer bespoke training programmes to get gym-goers
European fitness market hits €39 billion say Deloitte and EuropeActive as EHFF 2026 opens in Koln
EuropeActive CEO, Kai Troll, opened the European Health and Fitness Forum (EHFF) in Cologne this
HFA research shows US gym usage is at an all-time high
According to the latest insights from the Health & Fitness Association (HFA), 81 million Americans
PureGym pilots reformer Pilates, recovery and women-only spaces
Low-cost operator, PureGym is piloting reformer Pilates in its Danish clubs, considering the introduction of
Gharieni reveals integrated head and foot spa treatment bed ZenFusion Flow
Gharieni has launched a multifunctional treatment bed called ZenFusion Flow, which combines the functions of
Elemis reveals Pro-Collagen Bodycare collection
Elemis has extended its range of Pro-Collagen products from facial formulations to those for the
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
HCM promotional features
Sponsored

Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs

Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
HCM promotional features
Sponsored

Epassi – Going corporate

Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
HCM promotional features
Sponsored

Indigo Fitness – Bespoke Spaces

Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
HCM promotional features
Sponsored

BLK BOX – Reshaping strength

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

Power Plate – Closing the gender gap

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

Progress that counts

EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Promotion

Power Plate

Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company
HCM promotional features
Sponsored

Orbit4 – Competitive advantage

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
More from HCM
HCM magazine
Insight
Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
HCM magazine
Research

Record highs

Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
HCM magazine
Talking point

Everyone's talking about ... market penetration

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…
HCM magazine
HCM People

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
HCM magazine
Insight

Value and identity

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
HCM magazine
Editor's letter

Intensity model

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
HCM magazine
Specifier

Making space

Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
HCM magazine
Specifier

Strong foundations

Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
HCM magazine
Interview

Muir Gray

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
Research

State of being

Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
Life Lessons

Rasmus Ingerslev

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
Talking point

Everyone's talking about ... filming in gyms

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
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
Editor's letter

True worth

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

Show of force

Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
Research

Shifting the trajectory

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
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
Research

Brain power

Researchers have long known that the brain changes as a result of exercise. Now researchers believe this process is actually driven by the brain
HCM magazine
HCM People

Phillip Mills

CEO, Les Mills
“The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about”
HCM magazine
More HCM features
Read the latest issue
Connect with Health Club Management
Connect with Health Club Management
Read the digital edition Download as PDF View contents Print subscription Free digital edition
Opinion
promotion
Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
“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: CoverMe extends matching service to personal training, rewriting how members and personal trainers connect
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.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Supporting long-term health: why whole body vibration belongs in clinical settings
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.
More featured supplier news
Company profiles
Company profile: CoverMe Ltd
CoverMe Ltd
CoverMe Fitness, an app for seamless, on-demand management and cover solutions for sports and fitness ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Matrix Fitness
Matrix Fitness
Matrix provides equipment to facilities in all market sectors including private health clubs, residential housing, ...
more company profiles
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - From nightclub to health club
From nightclub to health club
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Future-proofing
more showcases
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Fenix Group srl: Spas have evolved. So have their clients. Today, stepping into a spa is no longer just about seeking relaxation — it’s about enhancing well-being and providing a rejuvenating experience. Fenix Group srl
Barr+Wray: With 50 years experience B+W are the UK’s leading provider of Spa Engineering solutions and ideas for water and thermal experiences. Barr+Wray
TechnoAlpin Indoor: We create unique snow experiences for indoor areas, embracing the gentle cold of the snow and creating authentic encounters with alpine nature to promote holistic well-being. TechnoAlpin Indoor
More catalogues
Featured press releases
Create PT press release: Create sets a new standard with its new personal training diploma
Create PT: Create sets a new standard with its new personal training diploma
Create's new Personal Training Diploma is built on the depth, real-client practice and coaching judgement that turn a qualification into genuine readiness - taught as one continuous course so that every skill is reinforced and applied, not cleared once and forgotten.
Featured press releases
Leisure Energy press release: Studley Leisure Centre solar panel installation project begins
Leisure Energy: Studley Leisure Centre solar panel installation project begins
Stratford-on-Avon District Council is delighted to announce a new solar panel installation project at Studley Leisure Centre, marking an important step towards improving the sustainability of this valued community facility.
More
Directory
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
full directory
Property & Tenders
Padel Tennis Lease Opportunity
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Greenwood Family Theme Park for sale
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
Property & Tenders
More properties & tenders
Diary dates
22-23 Jun 2026
Active Wellbeing Leadership Conference
WX Wakefield , Wakefield, United Kingdom
Diary dates
21-24 Sep 2026
W3Fit North America
The Langham Huntington Pasadena , Pasadena, United States
Diary dates
06-08 Oct 2026
Interbad
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
22-22 Oct 2026
HCM Summit 2026
QEII Conference Centre, London,
Diary dates
26-29 Oct 2027
FSB Cologne
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
Diary dates
More diary dates

Growth news

£30m growth opportunity identified in personal training
A new report from Your Personal Training (YPT) suggests UK gym operators could be missing
McKinsey: 84 per cent of consumers say wellness is a top priority
Eighty-four per cent of consumers now say wellness is a top priority in their lives,
PureGym appoints Alex Wood as CEO as Clive Chesser steps down
PureGym Group has announced that group chief financial officer, Alex Wood, is taking over the
Toverland unveils €98m expansion plan as park prepares to launch resort development
The Toverland theme park in the Netherlands has announced a €98m expansion programme that will
Les Mills calls on the industry to support UNICEF
Global group exercise specialist, Les Mills, is inviting operators to sign up to its Workout
Peloton signals potential move into reformer Pilates with Skop acquisition
Peloton has made the strategic acquisition of Pilates start-up, Skōp, to support the expansion of
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
PROMOTION
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
More featured supplier news
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB rebrands to Evolve
The 20th State of the Industry Report from LeisureDB has revealed a resilient, expanding and
Orangetheory set for Italian expansion and Technogym tie-up
Purpose Brands has announced its entry into the Italian market, having sold the franchise rights
SC Fitness celebrates milestone moment of 100 gyms
Portugal’s leading operator, SC Fitness, is celebrating a milestone by reaching 100 gyms.  The company
Viva Leisure gets set to launch a new low-cost brand, Zoo Fit
Australia’s fast-growing fitness network, Viva Leisure, is adding a low-cost gym brand to its already
Work gets underway on Madrid's €800 million leisure complex

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

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
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
PROMOTION
Reaching the people most gyms miss: Bedford Gym & Swim Campaign delivers 410 new members
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
More featured supplier news
Reaching the people most gyms miss: Bedford Gym & Swim Campaign delivers 410 new members
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
OSKIA unveils Midnight Eye Q cream for nocturnal repair
Nutri-cosmeceutical beauty brand OSKIA has unveiled an eye cream called Midnight Eye Q, which has
Universal and Puy du Fou projects point to rise of Oxford–Cambridge corridor

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

Guerlain to open up to five spas with handpicked partners a year, says Diane Davody
LVMH-owned beauty house Guerlain will launch up to five spas with partners a year as
US reformer operator, Solidcore, is coming to Europe
Solidcore, which is majority owned by L Catterton, has confirmed that it is actively exploring
Gymnation ramps up expansion and heads to Asia, after securing US$100 million from BlackRock vehicle
GCC gym operator, Gymnation, has secured a $100 million private credit facility from HPS Investment
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
PROMOTION
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
More featured supplier news
First look: Miraval opens on the Red Sea in Saudi Arabia
Miraval The Red Sea has opened on Shura Island in Saudi Arabia as part of
Life Time increases the size of its clubs to accommodate premium features
US athletic country club operator, Life Time, says its 2026 growth strategy and outlook are
Global wellness real estate market is worth US$876 billion, says GWI
The wellness real estate market remains the fastest-growing wellness sector, according to new research by
Xponential Fitness posts Q1 losses, but continues turnaround as it appoints key personnel

The turnaround at Xponential Fitness is yet to bear fruit, as Q1 revenues

Planet Fitness Q1 results disappoint the market, in spite of strong growth
Despite revenue growth and an increase in the number of sites, shares in Planet Fitness
Africa Wellness Initiative to host webinar about the region’s role in global longevity
The Africa Wellness Initiative (AWI) is to host a webinar exploring Africa’s role in the
PROMOTION
Spa Life – where spa leaders grow together
The Spa Life UK Convention returns from 21–23 June 2026 at Whittlebury Park Hotel, Spa
VivaGym becomes dominant force in Iberia with Synergym acquisition
VivaGym – the fast-growing operator of high-value low-price gyms in Spain and Portugal – is
Active Lives data shows positive impact from fitness sector
Activity levels are still rising among English adults according to Sport England’s new Active Lives
Day spa brand Èliva debuts ahead of rollout by Salter Brothers Hospitality
Salter Brothers Hospitality (SBH) has revealed a new spa brand, Èliva, which it plans to
PureGym excited about US opportunities as it unveils full-year results
On unveiling a strong set of year-end results, PureGym CEO, Clive Chesser, says the low-cost
Basic-Fit predicts double-digit growth in 2026, as it rolls out staffless model and franchise opportunities
Basic-Fit has received permission to operate 24/7 staffless clubs in France, a change which is
Erica Martin joins Trybe as sales director for North America
Operational booking software company Trybe has appointed hospitality technology specialist Erica Martin as sales director
G.M. Collin releases GF Repair Cream and Serum
G.M. Collin has released a cream and a serum using an advanced vegan growth factor
Ukraine Active accepts first BeActive Award at EHFF
EuropeActive interim president, Marcel Boots and host, TV presenter and former Paralympian, Denise Schindler, have
World of Frozen launches at Disneyland Paris
World of Frozen has opened at Disney Adventure World in Disneyland Paris with new offerings
Les Mills is named the Official Group Training Programme Parter for Hyrox
Hyrox, is joining forces with Les Mills, to offer bespoke training programmes to get gym-goers
European fitness market hits €39 billion say Deloitte and EuropeActive as EHFF 2026 opens in Koln
EuropeActive CEO, Kai Troll, opened the European Health and Fitness Forum (EHFF) in Cologne this
HFA research shows US gym usage is at an all-time high
According to the latest insights from the Health & Fitness Association (HFA), 81 million Americans
PureGym pilots reformer Pilates, recovery and women-only spaces
Low-cost operator, PureGym is piloting reformer Pilates in its Danish clubs, considering the introduction of
Gharieni reveals integrated head and foot spa treatment bed ZenFusion Flow
Gharieni has launched a multifunctional treatment bed called ZenFusion Flow, which combines the functions of
Elemis reveals Pro-Collagen Bodycare collection
Elemis has extended its range of Pro-Collagen products from facial formulations to those for the
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
HCM promotional features
Sponsored

Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs

Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
HCM promotional features
Sponsored

Epassi – Going corporate

Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
HCM promotional features
Sponsored

Indigo Fitness – Bespoke Spaces

Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
HCM promotional features
Sponsored

BLK BOX – Reshaping strength

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

Power Plate – Closing the gender gap

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

Progress that counts

EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Promotion

Power Plate

Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company
HCM promotional features
Sponsored

Orbit4 – Competitive advantage

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
More from HCM
HCM magazine
Interview

Muir Gray

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
Research

State of being

Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
Life Lessons

Rasmus Ingerslev

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
Talking point

Everyone's talking about ... filming in gyms

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
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
Editor's letter

True worth

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

Show of force

Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
Research

Shifting the trajectory

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
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
Research

Brain power

Researchers have long known that the brain changes as a result of exercise. Now researchers believe this process is actually driven by the brain
HCM magazine
HCM People

Phillip Mills

CEO, Les Mills
“The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about”
HCM magazine
More HCM features
Read the latest issue
Connect with Health Club Management
Connect with Health Club Management
Read the digital edition Download as PDF View contents Print subscription Free digital edition
Opinion
promotion
Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
“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: CoverMe extends matching service to personal training, rewriting how members and personal trainers connect
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.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Supporting long-term health: why whole body vibration belongs in clinical settings
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.
More featured supplier news
Company profiles
Company profile: CoverMe Ltd
CoverMe Ltd
CoverMe Fitness, an app for seamless, on-demand management and cover solutions for sports and fitness ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Matrix Fitness
Matrix Fitness
Matrix provides equipment to facilities in all market sectors including private health clubs, residential housing, ...
more company profiles
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - From nightclub to health club
From nightclub to health club
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Future-proofing
more showcases
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Fenix Group srl: Spas have evolved. So have their clients. Today, stepping into a spa is no longer just about seeking relaxation — it’s about enhancing well-being and providing a rejuvenating experience. Fenix Group srl
Barr+Wray: With 50 years experience B+W are the UK’s leading provider of Spa Engineering solutions and ideas for water and thermal experiences. Barr+Wray
TechnoAlpin Indoor: We create unique snow experiences for indoor areas, embracing the gentle cold of the snow and creating authentic encounters with alpine nature to promote holistic well-being. TechnoAlpin Indoor
More catalogues
Featured press releases
Create PT press release: Create sets a new standard with its new personal training diploma
Create PT: Create sets a new standard with its new personal training diploma
Create's new Personal Training Diploma is built on the depth, real-client practice and coaching judgement that turn a qualification into genuine readiness - taught as one continuous course so that every skill is reinforced and applied, not cleared once and forgotten.
Featured press releases
Leisure Energy press release: Studley Leisure Centre solar panel installation project begins
Leisure Energy: Studley Leisure Centre solar panel installation project begins
Stratford-on-Avon District Council is delighted to announce a new solar panel installation project at Studley Leisure Centre, marking an important step towards improving the sustainability of this valued community facility.
More
Directory
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
full directory
Property & Tenders
Padel Tennis Lease Opportunity
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Greenwood Family Theme Park for sale
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
Property & Tenders
More properties & tenders
Diary dates
22-23 Jun 2026
Active Wellbeing Leadership Conference
WX Wakefield , Wakefield, United Kingdom
Diary dates
21-24 Sep 2026
W3Fit North America
The Langham Huntington Pasadena , Pasadena, United States
Diary dates
06-08 Oct 2026
Interbad
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
22-22 Oct 2026
HCM Summit 2026
QEII Conference Centre, London,
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