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HCM Summit news

Fitness First UK is integrating red light therapy into its yoga and Pilates classes through
Solidcore, which is majority owned by L Catterton, has confirmed that it is actively exploring
Nuffield Health’s free programmes delivered social value of £166 million in 2025 and the company
Virgin Active is set to open its first social wellness club in London, with a
VivaGym – the fast-growing operator of high-value low-price gyms in Spain and Portugal – is
David Lloyd Clubs has announced plans to develop a premium, family-friendly club in Hampton Court,
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Celebrating its milestone fifth anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of
Angela Rippon has officially launched the second successive Let's Dance campaign on national television. This
Nordic operator, SATS, ended 2025 on a high with record revenues, 22,000 more members and
The UK fitness industry has significant headroom for growth, consumers are prioritising their spend on
Woolwich Waves leisure centre opened its doors on 1 January 2026, replacing the former Waterfront
Urban Gym Group is gearing up to launch its Trainmore brand into the UK market
Total Fitness has secured £15 million from its digital banking partner, OakNorth, as it prepares
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Fifty-six former Blink Fitness gyms in New York and New Jersey have been upgraded and
In its fourth transaction of the year, Germany’s LifeFit Group has acquired three Elixia premium
PureGym will be maintaining the momentum of its swift rollout next year, with 60 to
Premium health and wellness group, David Lloyd Clubs, is set to open three new UK
David Lloyd Clubs has launched an international female health initiative to empower and support women’s
New Australian franchisor, BeWell Brands, has entered into a joint venture partnership with Fitesque, a
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming
Anna Bjurstam, strategic advisor for Six Senses and founder of spa consultancy Raison d’Etre, told
PureGym has achieved a milestone with the launch of its 700th gym, in West Yorkshire.
"The fitness industry is facing an identity crisis," was Anna Bjustam's opening statement as she
Physiologist and co-founder of Future Practice and Pillar Wellbeing, Oli Patrick opened the HCM Summit
It’s been a great morning at the sell-out HCM Summit in London, with six inspirational
Greg Oliver, CEO of Fitness & Lifestyle Group (FLG), has just spoken live at the
As the HCM Summit 2025 gets underway, Leisure Media CEO and HCM editor, Liz Terry,
After a networking breakfast, Leisure Media CEO, Liz Terry and PureGym chair, Humphrey Cobbold, have
Pioneering DNA-based health and wellness company, FitnessGenes, has welcomed Justin Musgrove to the company in
Construction has begun on David Lloyd Club’s latest site at St Neots in Cambridgeshire, UK
GLL has confirmed it is taking over the Jubilee Hall Gym in London's Covent Garden
FitnessGenes has launched a crowdfunder campaign via Europe Republic, with the aim of raising investment
TDR Capital has taken on fresh investment and created a new fund for David Lloyd
PureGym, Sir Chris Hoy, The Institute of Cancer Research, London, and The Royal Marsden NHS
Gymbox Farringdon – owned by the Urban Gym Group – has become the first gym
Emlyn Brown has joined Mandarin Oriental as group director of spa, leisure and wellness. Earlier
The Gym Group has announced it will pilot a partnership with Wellhub (formerly Gympass), making
Emlyn Brown has announced his departure from Accor, where he was VP of wellbeing, strategy,
The Royal Borough of Greenwich will soon be opening its £80 million exemplar leisure centre
With interest in padel skyrocketing, David Lloyd Clubs is extending its padel programme, positioning itself
As Urban Gym Group snaps up three new clubs, it says it is actively seeking
EGYM Hussle and SLM have entered into a long-term partnership that will see 182 Everyone
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
12,300
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
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
David Lloyd is stepping up its commitment to women’s health as it continues to explore what fit-for-purpose looks like for the female population
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Promotion
Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
New launch, Salus House, elevates boutique wellness with high service levels and a partnership with Technogym
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Research
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
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
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…
HCM magazine
Specifier
Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
HCM magazine
Specifier
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
HCM magazine
Insight
Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
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
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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
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
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
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
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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
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
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
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: 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.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: W3Fit EMEA celebrates its fifth anniversary
Celebrating its milestone 5th anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of the Health & Fitness industry’s most influential leaders.
Company profiles
Company profile: Places Leisure
Places Leisure aims to enlighten our communities about the benefits of a healthy lifestyle in ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Kodobi Ltd
Running a fast-paced fitness business while ensuring safety and compliance is no easy feat. That’s ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
ukactive press release: UK Active launches next phase of Digital Futures to support digital maturity across the physical activity sector
UK Active has announced the next phase of its Digital Futures programme, supporting organisations across the physical activity sector to develop their digital capability.
Featured press releases
The Fitness Group press release: The Fitness Group partners with Serco Leisure to deliver education and career pathways across UK leisure facilities
The Fitness Group, the UK's leading fitness education training provider, has announced a strategic partnership with Serco Leisure, one of the UK's leading national operators of leisure centres, destination venues and elite sporting facilities.
Directory
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
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
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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
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

HCM Summit news

Fitness First UK is integrating red light therapy into its yoga and Pilates classes through
Solidcore, which is majority owned by L Catterton, has confirmed that it is actively exploring
Nuffield Health’s free programmes delivered social value of £166 million in 2025 and the company
Virgin Active is set to open its first social wellness club in London, with a
VivaGym – the fast-growing operator of high-value low-price gyms in Spain and Portugal – is
David Lloyd Clubs has announced plans to develop a premium, family-friendly club in Hampton Court,
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Celebrating its milestone fifth anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of
Angela Rippon has officially launched the second successive Let's Dance campaign on national television. This
Nordic operator, SATS, ended 2025 on a high with record revenues, 22,000 more members and
The UK fitness industry has significant headroom for growth, consumers are prioritising their spend on
Woolwich Waves leisure centre opened its doors on 1 January 2026, replacing the former Waterfront
Urban Gym Group is gearing up to launch its Trainmore brand into the UK market
Total Fitness has secured £15 million from its digital banking partner, OakNorth, as it prepares
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Fifty-six former Blink Fitness gyms in New York and New Jersey have been upgraded and
In its fourth transaction of the year, Germany’s LifeFit Group has acquired three Elixia premium
PureGym will be maintaining the momentum of its swift rollout next year, with 60 to
Premium health and wellness group, David Lloyd Clubs, is set to open three new UK
David Lloyd Clubs has launched an international female health initiative to empower and support women’s
New Australian franchisor, BeWell Brands, has entered into a joint venture partnership with Fitesque, a
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming
Anna Bjurstam, strategic advisor for Six Senses and founder of spa consultancy Raison d’Etre, told
PureGym has achieved a milestone with the launch of its 700th gym, in West Yorkshire.
"The fitness industry is facing an identity crisis," was Anna Bjustam's opening statement as she
Physiologist and co-founder of Future Practice and Pillar Wellbeing, Oli Patrick opened the HCM Summit
It’s been a great morning at the sell-out HCM Summit in London, with six inspirational
Greg Oliver, CEO of Fitness & Lifestyle Group (FLG), has just spoken live at the
As the HCM Summit 2025 gets underway, Leisure Media CEO and HCM editor, Liz Terry,
After a networking breakfast, Leisure Media CEO, Liz Terry and PureGym chair, Humphrey Cobbold, have
Pioneering DNA-based health and wellness company, FitnessGenes, has welcomed Justin Musgrove to the company in
Construction has begun on David Lloyd Club’s latest site at St Neots in Cambridgeshire, UK
GLL has confirmed it is taking over the Jubilee Hall Gym in London's Covent Garden
FitnessGenes has launched a crowdfunder campaign via Europe Republic, with the aim of raising investment
TDR Capital has taken on fresh investment and created a new fund for David Lloyd
PureGym, Sir Chris Hoy, The Institute of Cancer Research, London, and The Royal Marsden NHS
Gymbox Farringdon – owned by the Urban Gym Group – has become the first gym
Emlyn Brown has joined Mandarin Oriental as group director of spa, leisure and wellness. Earlier
The Gym Group has announced it will pilot a partnership with Wellhub (formerly Gympass), making
Emlyn Brown has announced his departure from Accor, where he was VP of wellbeing, strategy,
The Royal Borough of Greenwich will soon be opening its £80 million exemplar leisure centre
With interest in padel skyrocketing, David Lloyd Clubs is extending its padel programme, positioning itself
As Urban Gym Group snaps up three new clubs, it says it is actively seeking
EGYM Hussle and SLM have entered into a long-term partnership that will see 182 Everyone
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
1 - 40 of 12,300
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
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
David Lloyd is stepping up its commitment to women’s health as it continues to explore what fit-for-purpose looks like for the female population
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Promotion
Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
New launch, Salus House, elevates boutique wellness with high service levels and a partnership with Technogym
HCM promotional features
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
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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
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
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
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
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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
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
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
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: 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.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: W3Fit EMEA celebrates its fifth anniversary
Celebrating its milestone 5th anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of the Health & Fitness industry’s most influential leaders.
Company profiles
Company profile: Places Leisure
Places Leisure aims to enlighten our communities about the benefits of a healthy lifestyle in ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Kodobi Ltd
Running a fast-paced fitness business while ensuring safety and compliance is no easy feat. That’s ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
ukactive press release: UK Active launches next phase of Digital Futures to support digital maturity across the physical activity sector
UK Active has announced the next phase of its Digital Futures programme, supporting organisations across the physical activity sector to develop their digital capability.
Featured press releases
The Fitness Group press release: The Fitness Group partners with Serco Leisure to deliver education and career pathways across UK leisure facilities
The Fitness Group, the UK's leading fitness education training provider, has announced a strategic partnership with Serco Leisure, one of the UK's leading national operators of leisure centres, destination venues and elite sporting facilities.
Directory
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
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
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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