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IAAPA 2016 news

A host of Disney legends gathered in Orlando last week to discuss the making of
Interactive technology expert Alterface has teamed up with themed designers Jora Vision to create brand
Christie launched Mystique Install at IAAPA last week, a software designed to help the company’s
Dynamic Attractions unveiled its brand new ride concept at IAAPA last week, a rotating, tilting
Triotech is working alongside Sony Productions to create a Ghostbusters media-based dark ride for Heide
Waterpark design and manufacture firm WhiteWater West launched a “first-of-its-kind” slide during the IAAPA Attractions
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of
The IAAPA Attractions Expo, which drew to a close on Friday, welcomed 35,000 industry professionals,
Polin has launched a variety of new products at the IAAPA trade show in Orlando,
Sally Corp has unveiled a world-first attraction at IAAPA, using the Five Nights at Freddy’s
Simworx has unveiled its latest media-based, dynamic simulation attraction, developed in partnership with Mondial. The
Florida’s Kennedy Space Center has officially launched its newest attraction, bringing its off-site Hall of
Triotech has announced it’s teaming up with AMC to deliver a new attraction in Las
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Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
A panel of IAAPA Hall of Famers gathered yesterday (15 November) to share insights from
The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) announced the winners of its annual Thea awards at the
Accesso has unveiled a new virtual queuing wearable with messaging, park photography and queuing capabilities.
SeaWorld Entertainment continues on its mission to deliver experiences that matter, unveiling a number of
At IAAPA 2016, Merlin Entertainments and Forrec are announcing plans for LEGOLAND New York, opening
Picsolve, the image capture specialist behind photography experiences at Thorpe Park’s ‘Derren Brown’s Ghost Train’,
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions
Technical Park is launching Skydiving, one of its newest creations, at IAAPA 2016. Skydiving is
Panasonic and Videro have joined forces to debut a light-activated data delivery technology, which would
Disney has teased what appears to be its first use of drones, with the technology
More than 30,000 people have descended on Orlando for this year’s IAAPA Attractions Expo, with
First-time exhibitor and leading provider of 4D attractions, Kraftwerk Living Technologies is showcasing its third-generation
ProSlide is introducing Jamberoo Action Park in Jamberoo, Australia and Wanda Hefei Water Park, Hefei,
Adventure attractions specialist Innovative Leisure is taking part in IAAPA 2016 with company representatives on
Triotech is coming to IAAPA’s Orlando expo with its new technology that will be showcased
Plopsa Group CEO Steve Van den Kerkhof has been announced as the keynote speaker for
Registration for this year’s IAAPA Attractions Expo in Orlando, Florida, is now open, with the
12,300
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Coaching workshops from Keith Smith and Adam Daniel have been designed to empower your team and transform your service
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The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
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HCM magazine
Interview
We’ve had an outstanding year, with record revenues of €77m and €31m in EBITDA in 2023.
HCM magazine
News report
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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Recovery
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
HCM magazine
Specifier
Industry suppliers are responding to the exponential increase in consumer demand for strength training with a raft of new and innovative launches and concepts, as Steph Eaves reports
HCM magazine
News report
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
Insight
As more people join clubs to support their mental health, fitness professionals need to be empowered to take a holistic approach. Kath Hudson shares useful tools discussed at the ACE summit on mental health
HCM magazine
Editor's letter
Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
HCM magazine
Letters
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
HCM magazine
Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jen Holland

CEO: Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
HCM magazine
The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers according to the 11th annual European Health & Fitness Market Report 2024 from Deloitte and EuropeActive, as Karsten Hollasch reports
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
When a hefty round of investment coincided with the pandemic, the CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs feared the company – founded by his grandfather – would go down on his watch. He talks to Kath Hudson about the pressure to keep the business afloat
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
We introduced good mood messaging, communicating the idea of exercise being ‘for the feeling’
HCM magazine
HCM People

Belinda Steward

MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure
We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate
HCM magazine
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
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Speedflex, renowned for its innovative approach to fitness, recently ventured into new territory by hosting its first-ever networking golf day at Close House, one of the most renowned golfing destinations in the UK.
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Wattbike, leaders in indoor cycling, is proud to announce that wattbike is now included as an official supplier with Exos, global experts in human performance and corporate wellbeing solutions.
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Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
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06-06 Jun 2024
Drayton Manor Theme Park & Resort, Tamworth, United Kingdom
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08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
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Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
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ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
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Locations worldwide,
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REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
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In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
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IAAPA 2016 news

A host of Disney legends gathered in Orlando last week to discuss the making of
Interactive technology expert Alterface has teamed up with themed designers Jora Vision to create brand
Christie launched Mystique Install at IAAPA last week, a software designed to help the company’s
Dynamic Attractions unveiled its brand new ride concept at IAAPA last week, a rotating, tilting
Triotech is working alongside Sony Productions to create a Ghostbusters media-based dark ride for Heide
Waterpark design and manufacture firm WhiteWater West launched a “first-of-its-kind” slide during the IAAPA Attractions
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of
The IAAPA Attractions Expo, which drew to a close on Friday, welcomed 35,000 industry professionals,
Polin has launched a variety of new products at the IAAPA trade show in Orlando,
Sally Corp has unveiled a world-first attraction at IAAPA, using the Five Nights at Freddy’s
Simworx has unveiled its latest media-based, dynamic simulation attraction, developed in partnership with Mondial. The
Florida’s Kennedy Space Center has officially launched its newest attraction, bringing its off-site Hall of
Triotech has announced it’s teaming up with AMC to deliver a new attraction in Las
Elevate
Elevate
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
A panel of IAAPA Hall of Famers gathered yesterday (15 November) to share insights from
The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) announced the winners of its annual Thea awards at the
Accesso has unveiled a new virtual queuing wearable with messaging, park photography and queuing capabilities.
SeaWorld Entertainment continues on its mission to deliver experiences that matter, unveiling a number of
At IAAPA 2016, Merlin Entertainments and Forrec are announcing plans for LEGOLAND New York, opening
Picsolve, the image capture specialist behind photography experiences at Thorpe Park’s ‘Derren Brown’s Ghost Train’,
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions
Technical Park is launching Skydiving, one of its newest creations, at IAAPA 2016. Skydiving is
Panasonic and Videro have joined forces to debut a light-activated data delivery technology, which would
Disney has teased what appears to be its first use of drones, with the technology
More than 30,000 people have descended on Orlando for this year’s IAAPA Attractions Expo, with
First-time exhibitor and leading provider of 4D attractions, Kraftwerk Living Technologies is showcasing its third-generation
ProSlide is introducing Jamberoo Action Park in Jamberoo, Australia and Wanda Hefei Water Park, Hefei,
Adventure attractions specialist Innovative Leisure is taking part in IAAPA 2016 with company representatives on
Triotech is coming to IAAPA’s Orlando expo with its new technology that will be showcased
Plopsa Group CEO Steve Van den Kerkhof has been announced as the keynote speaker for
Registration for this year’s IAAPA Attractions Expo in Orlando, Florida, is now open, with the
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Coaching workshops from Keith Smith and Adam Daniel have been designed to empower your team and transform your service
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jen Holland

CEO: Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
HCM magazine
The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers according to the 11th annual European Health & Fitness Market Report 2024 from Deloitte and EuropeActive, as Karsten Hollasch reports
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
When a hefty round of investment coincided with the pandemic, the CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs feared the company – founded by his grandfather – would go down on his watch. He talks to Kath Hudson about the pressure to keep the business afloat
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
We introduced good mood messaging, communicating the idea of exercise being ‘for the feeling’
HCM magazine
HCM People

Belinda Steward

MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure
We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate
HCM magazine
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sue Anstiss' Game Changers podcast headed for Elevate 2024
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording of The Game Changers Podcast with Sue Anstiss, CEO of Fearless Women.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Introducing the Schwinn Z Bike: where innovation meets performance
In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of innovation. Now, we proudly present the Schwinn Z Bike, the culmination of our legacy of excellence.
Company profiles
Company profile: Taylor Made Designs
Taylor Made Designs (TMD) is a ‘leisure specialist’ provider of bespoke leisure workwear, plus branded ...
Company profiles
Company profile: active insight
Active Insight was formed in 1999 in an attempt to deliver cost effective research solutions ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Speedflex (Europe) Ltd. press release: Speedflex hosts networking golf day at Close House
Speedflex, renowned for its innovative approach to fitness, recently ventured into new territory by hosting its first-ever networking golf day at Close House, one of the most renowned golfing destinations in the UK.
Featured press releases
Wattbike Ltd press release: EXOS adds Wattbike to its supplier list
Wattbike, leaders in indoor cycling, is proud to announce that wattbike is now included as an official supplier with Exos, global experts in human performance and corporate wellbeing solutions.
Directory
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
06-06 Jun 2024
Drayton Manor Theme Park & Resort, Tamworth, United Kingdom
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
08-10 Sep 2024
Wyndham® Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs™ Resort, Lake Buena Vista, United States
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
20-22 Sep 2024
Locations worldwide,
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
09-13 Oct 2024
Soneva Fushi, Maldives
Diary dates
10 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London,
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
Diary dates
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