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The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has appointed two-time Paralympian Dr Mike Peters as its new
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has revealed the makeup of its two Future Host Commissions,
The world’s best para-swimmers are descending to the London Aquatics Centre this week, to mark
Mike Sharrock has been appointed as CEO of the British Paralympic Association (BPA), succeeding Tim
A hub for recreational sports, wellness and civic engagement has opened in St Louis, Missouri,
The winners of this year's international architectural awards for sports and leisure facilities have been
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
The Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) has awarded the National Paralympic Heritage Trust £1m (US$1.3m, €1.1m)
Dr Nick Webborn – who acted as chief medical officer during the London 2012 Paralympics
Alpine skiing and snowboarding events taking place at the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics will now
The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has taken steps to rebrand 10 sports it oversees as
A cumulative audience of four billion is expected to watch the Paralympic Games for the
Several athletes from as many as 60 nations may not be able to compete at
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) and International Paralympic Committee (IPC) have aligned ever more closely
The £15m Crewe Lifestyle Centre, designed to be accessible for people with special needs and
Preparation for the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics in South Korea have taken a knock following
Around 300 athletes will contest 38 medal events at Gold Coast 2018, which is being
The Paralympic Movement has signed its first combined sponsorship deal with car manufacturer Toyota in
Online private rental portal Airbnb has struck a deal with Rio 2016 organisers which will
Sunday will see the launch of a pilot education programme from the International Paralympic Committee.
A new global report into gender equality in sports governance has found most governing bodies
The International Olympic Committee (IOC), the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) and the International Association for
The Istanbul 2020 Olympic bid committee is hoping to capitalise on the recent International Paralympic
Image: The closing ceremony of the 2012 Paralympics Up to a million people are expected
Image: The Paralympic Games 2012 will have a lasting effect on London's infrastructure and sports
A deal has been signed between International Association of Athletics Federation (IAAF) and the International
A major new plan to deliver a lasting legacy from the 2012 Olympics for 10
A number of people involved with the leisure industry have been recognised in the Queen’s
UK Sport has pledged to help paralympic sport in developing countries through a four-year agreement
The British Olympic Association (BOA) has announced that Miriam Wilkens has been appointed head of
Britain’s bid to host the 2006 IPC (International Paralympic Committee) World Swimming Championships has received
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International Paralympic Committee news

The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has appointed two-time Paralympian Dr Mike Peters as its new
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has revealed the makeup of its two Future Host Commissions,
The world’s best para-swimmers are descending to the London Aquatics Centre this week, to mark
Mike Sharrock has been appointed as CEO of the British Paralympic Association (BPA), succeeding Tim
A hub for recreational sports, wellness and civic engagement has opened in St Louis, Missouri,
The winners of this year's international architectural awards for sports and leisure facilities have been
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
The Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) has awarded the National Paralympic Heritage Trust £1m (US$1.3m, €1.1m)
Dr Nick Webborn – who acted as chief medical officer during the London 2012 Paralympics
Alpine skiing and snowboarding events taking place at the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics will now
The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has taken steps to rebrand 10 sports it oversees as
A cumulative audience of four billion is expected to watch the Paralympic Games for the
Several athletes from as many as 60 nations may not be able to compete at
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) and International Paralympic Committee (IPC) have aligned ever more closely
The £15m Crewe Lifestyle Centre, designed to be accessible for people with special needs and
Preparation for the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics in South Korea have taken a knock following
Around 300 athletes will contest 38 medal events at Gold Coast 2018, which is being
The Paralympic Movement has signed its first combined sponsorship deal with car manufacturer Toyota in
Online private rental portal Airbnb has struck a deal with Rio 2016 organisers which will
Sunday will see the launch of a pilot education programme from the International Paralympic Committee.
A new global report into gender equality in sports governance has found most governing bodies
The International Olympic Committee (IOC), the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) and the International Association for
The Istanbul 2020 Olympic bid committee is hoping to capitalise on the recent International Paralympic
Image: The closing ceremony of the 2012 Paralympics Up to a million people are expected
Image: The Paralympic Games 2012 will have a lasting effect on London's infrastructure and sports
A deal has been signed between International Association of Athletics Federation (IAAF) and the International
A major new plan to deliver a lasting legacy from the 2012 Olympics for 10
A number of people involved with the leisure industry have been recognised in the Queen’s
UK Sport has pledged to help paralympic sport in developing countries through a four-year agreement
The British Olympic Association (BOA) has announced that Miriam Wilkens has been appointed head of
Britain’s bid to host the 2006 IPC (International Paralympic Committee) World Swimming Championships has received
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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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Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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After decades of focusing on adult audiences, operators are starting to engage young people – unlocking growth opportunities while supporting the health and wellbeing of future generations
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The new CEO of UK Active talks to HCM about the gym-curious and why he believes the sector can double in size by the end of the next decade
HCM magazine
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you. Write to [email protected]
HCM magazine
Would you stop selling memberships to prevent your club getting overcrowded? How do you strike the balance between maximising profits and prioritising the member experience? Kath Hudson talks to the experts
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Shaun Grove

Owner, Stride Fitness
My goal was to invest in where fitness is going, not where it’s already been
HCM magazine
Shaping the future of the sector with a clear mission, unified voice and open channels of communication. This is the ambition of UK Active’s new chair
HCM magazine
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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Opinion
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Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
Opinion: Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
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Featured supplier news: Legends never die: four legends, four philosophies of life
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage of RiminiWellness 2026: Phil Heath, Lee Haney, Ronnie Coleman and Hany Rambod.
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Featured supplier news: Introducing a new era of Nautilus Leverage
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility differentiation and long-term commercial success.
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Company profile: Swimming Teachers' Association (STA)
The Swimming Teachers’ Association (STA) is a national governing body for swimming and a UK-registered ...
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Company profile: FIBO
FIBO pursues the vision of a strong and healthy society and as a global network ...
Supplier Showcases
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Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Speedflex (UK press release: Inclusive Fitness in action: The Speedflex Blade at Gym Possible
Following the successful installation of the Speedflex Blade at Gym Possible, the UK based charity gym dedicated to making exercise accessible for people with physical disabilities, the innovative training solution has quickly become one of the facility’s
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BLK BOX press release: Inside the Player Gym at The Open, equipped by BLK BOX
The performance facility at Royal Birkdale gives the world’s leading golfers access to strength, conditioning, mobility and recovery equipment throughout Championship week.
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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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SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Industrial washing machines
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Stratford, East London.
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