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Kuwait news

David Stalker has been announced as the new chair of UK Active today (6 October)
Fitness First Middle East has reopened its iconic Dubai Media City site, which closed in
Middle East operator, Gymnation, has opened its largest club to date in Riyadh's Qurtubah district,
Finnish multi-activity operator, SuperPark United, has revealed ambitions to roll out sites across the UK
Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts is set to launch its “most significant wellbeing offering” to date
US gym chain, Crunch Fitness, has bolstered its global expansion plans with the appointment of
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
John Kersh has announced he is leaving boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness, after eight years with
Veteran hotelier Simon Casson has been appointed CEO of luxury operator Corinthia Hotels, owned by
Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts has announced plans to unveil its biggest property and most impressive
JD Gyms, part of listed company, JD Sports Fashion plc, has sold UAE health club
Hospitality consulting and intelligence firm HVS* has appointed Peter Anderson as a managing director and
London Resort Company Holdings (LRCH), the company behind plans to build a theme park resort
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Hot on the heels of a four-brand deal with Kuwait, John Kersh, chief international development
The first luxury health club from Armah Sports, Optimo, has opened in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Xponential Fitness has signed a Master Franchise Agreement with Kuwaiti real estate company Aqarat for
Pure Gym says it will open over 20 gyms across the UAE, with the first
HIIT brand 1Rebel has entered the Middle Eastern market for the first time, with the
Digital Projection (DP), a UK-based projection specialist, has completed an installation on an exisiting exhibit
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming
Fitness First Middle East is preparing for major expansion across the region, after announcing plans
1Rebel has signed a deal to enter the Middle Eastern fitness market, expanding the brand's
VivaFit has entered the Spanish fitness market with the opening of a studio in capital
At this year's IAAPA Expo Europe (IEE), formerly the Euro Attractions Show, Lagotronics will be
At this year’s IAAPA Expo Asia (IEA), formerly the Asian Attractions Expo (AAE), Lagotronics Projects
Cultural space developments in the Gulf region continue apace with the opening of a new
Portugal-based operator Vivafit has taken its female-only franchised concept to Kuwait, with the opening of
Simworx, a creator of dynamic media-based attractions, has announced that it will install a Ben
Plans have been announced to open a new Cartoon Network attraction in Kuwait, with UK-based
Adriaan Vorster, formerly a partner at international design practice SSH, has been appointed as director
The centenary of Britain's Royal Air Force (RAF) is being celebrated in London, with the
The Prime Minister of Lebanon, Saad Hariri, has announced plans for a new museum of
Three of the UK’s three most populated cities – London, Birmingham and Manchester – have
Three firms have been commissioned to develop a “world-class” Science City attraction in central Patna,
A formal opening has been held for the Sheikh Abdullah Al Salem Cultural Centre (SAASCC)
Timbalaya, the British-based story-led adventure play IP, has announced its first project will be in
One of China’s largest real estate developers has joined forces with hospitality company Four Seasons
The owners of IMG Worlds of Adventure – the world’s largest indoor theme park –
Hospitality giant Four Seasons has opened a new hotel in Kuwait City, created by architects
London Resort Company Holdings (LRCH) – the developer behind the Paramount theme park in Kent
Blu Spas has collaborated with HKS/Hill Glazier Studio and Brayton Hughes for the spa design
Here are some of the stories that appeared on CLAD this week, from Thomas Heatherwick’s
12,300
HCM promotional features
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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
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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
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
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
Sponsored
Pulse Fitness has created a new health club delivering an elevated wellness experience
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Specifier
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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
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
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…
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Insight
Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
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
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Research
Researchers have long known that the brain changes as a result of exercise. Now researchers believe this process is actually driven by the brain
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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
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
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
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
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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
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
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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
Welcome to Elevate 2026
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
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: Fitbench
Fitbench creates modular training solutions designed to support efficient, high-quality workouts in a wide range ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Alliance Leisure
The company’s core business is the provision of facility development and support for local authorities, ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
GLL press release: GLL joins National Year of Reading as research reveals books beat social media for post-exercise recovery
GLL, the charitable social enterprise operating Libraries and Leisure Centres across the UK, has today (9 June 2026) announced that it will be supporting the National Year of Reading as a major campaign partner alongside national organisations, including BBC Sport, Audible, DC Thomson and Tesco.
Featured press releases
BLK BOX press release: Inside the build: Ironbound. Turning an empty underground space into a thriving functional fitness facility
When brothers Patrick and Kevin first approached BLK BOX, they had a vision and an unusual space. Beneath a building in Embrach, Switzerland, sat an underground facility with huge potential. What it needed was the right layout, the right equipment, and a partner who understood functional fitness.
Directory
Lockers
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Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
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

Kuwait news

David Stalker has been announced as the new chair of UK Active today (6 October)
Fitness First Middle East has reopened its iconic Dubai Media City site, which closed in
Middle East operator, Gymnation, has opened its largest club to date in Riyadh's Qurtubah district,
Finnish multi-activity operator, SuperPark United, has revealed ambitions to roll out sites across the UK
Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts is set to launch its “most significant wellbeing offering” to date
US gym chain, Crunch Fitness, has bolstered its global expansion plans with the appointment of
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
John Kersh has announced he is leaving boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness, after eight years with
Veteran hotelier Simon Casson has been appointed CEO of luxury operator Corinthia Hotels, owned by
Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts has announced plans to unveil its biggest property and most impressive
JD Gyms, part of listed company, JD Sports Fashion plc, has sold UAE health club
Hospitality consulting and intelligence firm HVS* has appointed Peter Anderson as a managing director and
London Resort Company Holdings (LRCH), the company behind plans to build a theme park resort
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Hot on the heels of a four-brand deal with Kuwait, John Kersh, chief international development
The first luxury health club from Armah Sports, Optimo, has opened in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Xponential Fitness has signed a Master Franchise Agreement with Kuwaiti real estate company Aqarat for
Pure Gym says it will open over 20 gyms across the UAE, with the first
HIIT brand 1Rebel has entered the Middle Eastern market for the first time, with the
Digital Projection (DP), a UK-based projection specialist, has completed an installation on an exisiting exhibit
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming
Fitness First Middle East is preparing for major expansion across the region, after announcing plans
1Rebel has signed a deal to enter the Middle Eastern fitness market, expanding the brand's
VivaFit has entered the Spanish fitness market with the opening of a studio in capital
At this year's IAAPA Expo Europe (IEE), formerly the Euro Attractions Show, Lagotronics will be
At this year’s IAAPA Expo Asia (IEA), formerly the Asian Attractions Expo (AAE), Lagotronics Projects
Cultural space developments in the Gulf region continue apace with the opening of a new
Portugal-based operator Vivafit has taken its female-only franchised concept to Kuwait, with the opening of
Simworx, a creator of dynamic media-based attractions, has announced that it will install a Ben
Plans have been announced to open a new Cartoon Network attraction in Kuwait, with UK-based
Adriaan Vorster, formerly a partner at international design practice SSH, has been appointed as director
The centenary of Britain's Royal Air Force (RAF) is being celebrated in London, with the
The Prime Minister of Lebanon, Saad Hariri, has announced plans for a new museum of
Three of the UK’s three most populated cities – London, Birmingham and Manchester – have
Three firms have been commissioned to develop a “world-class” Science City attraction in central Patna,
A formal opening has been held for the Sheikh Abdullah Al Salem Cultural Centre (SAASCC)
Timbalaya, the British-based story-led adventure play IP, has announced its first project will be in
One of China’s largest real estate developers has joined forces with hospitality company Four Seasons
The owners of IMG Worlds of Adventure – the world’s largest indoor theme park –
Hospitality giant Four Seasons has opened a new hotel in Kuwait City, created by architects
London Resort Company Holdings (LRCH) – the developer behind the Paramount theme park in Kent
Blu Spas has collaborated with HKS/Hill Glazier Studio and Brayton Hughes for the spa design
Here are some of the stories that appeared on CLAD this week, from Thomas Heatherwick’s
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
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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
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
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
Sponsored
Pulse Fitness has created a new health club delivering an elevated wellness experience
HCM promotional features
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
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
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
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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
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
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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
Welcome to Elevate 2026
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
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: Fitbench
Fitbench creates modular training solutions designed to support efficient, high-quality workouts in a wide range ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Alliance Leisure
The company’s core business is the provision of facility development and support for local authorities, ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
GLL press release: GLL joins National Year of Reading as research reveals books beat social media for post-exercise recovery
GLL, the charitable social enterprise operating Libraries and Leisure Centres across the UK, has today (9 June 2026) announced that it will be supporting the National Year of Reading as a major campaign partner alongside national organisations, including BBC Sport, Audible, DC Thomson and Tesco.
Featured press releases
BLK BOX press release: Inside the build: Ironbound. Turning an empty underground space into a thriving functional fitness facility
When brothers Patrick and Kevin first approached BLK BOX, they had a vision and an unusual space. Beneath a building in Embrach, Switzerland, sat an underground facility with huge potential. What it needed was the right layout, the right equipment, and a partner who understood functional fitness.
Directory
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
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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