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Disney has announced it will build its first theme park in the Middle East, with
Plans have been tabled for a US$2bn theme park and entertainment destination development in north-east
2018 was a landmark year for the themed entertainment industry, with the latest edition of
What does it take for a woman to be successful at Disney? Talent and determination
Disney has released new details of it's new Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway attraction. Set
In a year of ups, downs, loops and scoops, Attractions Management looks back at some
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Disney is gamifying its park experience, releasing a new app which will add a new
Disney continues to reign supreme in the world of theme parks, with the operator gaining
The US businessman touted as a top investor in a multi-billion dollar multi-theme park proposal
IAAPA has announced its winners for this year’s Brass Ring Awards, recognising a number of
Disney's parks and resorts division continues to perform strongly, demonstrated by earnings for the fiscal
Major visitor attractions across Florida have been forced to close their doors as Hurricane Irma
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Disney has announced a slew of new additions for its parks worldwide, including a Star
Following a period of growth in 2015, the world’s top theme parks have experienced a
Disney’s parks and resorts chair Bob Chapek has confirmed plans for a major overhaul of
Disney’s Main Street Electrical Parade has finished up its run at the operator’s Florida resort,
Disney has debuted its first fully-fledged Frozen attraction, with the Frozen Ever After boat ride
Police have recovered a body in the search for a missing two-year-old who was snatched
Police in Orlando are searching for a two-year-old boy dragged into the water by an
Orlando’s theme parks have united in solidarity following the tragic events of the weekend, which
The world’s top theme parks recorded tremendous growth in 2015, while visitor numbers to museums
Disney CEO Robert Iger has revealed details about the company’s sixth theme park resort, with
New details have been revealed about Disney’s upcoming Frozen attraction, which is coming to Epcot
After breaking the US$100 (€90, £66) mark for entry fees earlier this year, Disney is
The TEA/AECOM Theme Index and Museum Index 2014 has been released, showing post-recession growth has
Marketing company Global Experience Specialists and film producers Twentieth Century Fox are teaming up to
Global toy retailer Hamleys has taken the first step to becoming an experience brand after
Wyndham Hotel Group is building a Planet Hollywood luxury resort called ph Premiere Hotel &
Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World is the first theme park to break the US$100
French history recreation theme park Puy du Fou has won the biannual Applause Award at
Disney has revealed plans for a ¥500bn (US$4.5bn, €3.6bn, £2.8bn) expansion of it’s Tokyo resorts
Disney’s Seven Dwarfs Mine Train ride – described as the “crowning jewel” of its New
The lakeside Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World is set to open for
Hot on the heels of a price hike at Disney, Universal Studios have done the
Disney CEO Bob Iger has revealed the company’s highly-anticipated MyMagic+ programme helped Magic Kingdom theme
A mechanical dragon that appears to fly without cables has been spotted over Orlando's Disney
Disney’s Magic Kingdom theme park is breaking with tradition by serving alcohol for the first
Image: The Be Our Guest Restaurant will seat 550 guests A range of new attractions
Image: PortAventura, one of the parks to report an increase in admissions following capital investments
Image: Asian parks did particularly well in 2011 The year 2011 was one of "economic
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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
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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
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Research
Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
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Interview
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
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Life Lessons
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
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Liability
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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Editor's letter
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
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Talking point
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
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Tech
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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Editor's letter
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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A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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Owner, Stride Fitness
My goal was to invest in where fitness is going, not where it’s already been
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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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We’ve reduced the level of council investment over the last three years by 40 per cent and increased our turnover by 9 per cent
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The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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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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World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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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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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
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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]
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As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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Magic Kingdom news

Disney has announced it will build its first theme park in the Middle East, with
Plans have been tabled for a US$2bn theme park and entertainment destination development in north-east
2018 was a landmark year for the themed entertainment industry, with the latest edition of
What does it take for a woman to be successful at Disney? Talent and determination
Disney has released new details of it's new Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway attraction. Set
In a year of ups, downs, loops and scoops, Attractions Management looks back at some
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Disney is gamifying its park experience, releasing a new app which will add a new
Disney continues to reign supreme in the world of theme parks, with the operator gaining
The US businessman touted as a top investor in a multi-billion dollar multi-theme park proposal
IAAPA has announced its winners for this year’s Brass Ring Awards, recognising a number of
Disney's parks and resorts division continues to perform strongly, demonstrated by earnings for the fiscal
Major visitor attractions across Florida have been forced to close their doors as Hurricane Irma
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Disney has announced a slew of new additions for its parks worldwide, including a Star
Following a period of growth in 2015, the world’s top theme parks have experienced a
Disney’s parks and resorts chair Bob Chapek has confirmed plans for a major overhaul of
Disney’s Main Street Electrical Parade has finished up its run at the operator’s Florida resort,
Disney has debuted its first fully-fledged Frozen attraction, with the Frozen Ever After boat ride
Police have recovered a body in the search for a missing two-year-old who was snatched
Police in Orlando are searching for a two-year-old boy dragged into the water by an
Orlando’s theme parks have united in solidarity following the tragic events of the weekend, which
The world’s top theme parks recorded tremendous growth in 2015, while visitor numbers to museums
Disney CEO Robert Iger has revealed details about the company’s sixth theme park resort, with
New details have been revealed about Disney’s upcoming Frozen attraction, which is coming to Epcot
After breaking the US$100 (€90, £66) mark for entry fees earlier this year, Disney is
The TEA/AECOM Theme Index and Museum Index 2014 has been released, showing post-recession growth has
Marketing company Global Experience Specialists and film producers Twentieth Century Fox are teaming up to
Global toy retailer Hamleys has taken the first step to becoming an experience brand after
Wyndham Hotel Group is building a Planet Hollywood luxury resort called ph Premiere Hotel &
Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World is the first theme park to break the US$100
French history recreation theme park Puy du Fou has won the biannual Applause Award at
Disney has revealed plans for a ¥500bn (US$4.5bn, €3.6bn, £2.8bn) expansion of it’s Tokyo resorts
Disney’s Seven Dwarfs Mine Train ride – described as the “crowning jewel” of its New
The lakeside Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World is set to open for
Hot on the heels of a price hike at Disney, Universal Studios have done the
Disney CEO Bob Iger has revealed the company’s highly-anticipated MyMagic+ programme helped Magic Kingdom theme
A mechanical dragon that appears to fly without cables has been spotted over Orlando's Disney
Disney’s Magic Kingdom theme park is breaking with tradition by serving alcohol for the first
Image: The Be Our Guest Restaurant will seat 550 guests A range of new attractions
Image: PortAventura, one of the parks to report an increase in admissions following capital investments
Image: Asian parks did particularly well in 2011 The year 2011 was one of "economic
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HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
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
Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
HCM magazine
HCM People

Shaun Grove

Owner, Stride Fitness
My goal was to invest in where fitness is going, not where it’s already been
HCM magazine
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
HCM magazine
We’ve reduced the level of council investment over the last three years by 40 per cent and increased our turnover by 9 per cent
HCM magazine
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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
HCM magazine
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
HCM magazine
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you. Write to [email protected]
HCM magazine
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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: Introducing a new era of Nautilus Leverage
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility differentiation and long-term commercial success.
Featured supplier news
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Pulse Fitness
With an award-winning portfolio of over 450 pieces of cutting-edge, premium fitness equipment, Pulse Fitness ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Orbit4
Orbit4 is a digital operations platform designed to help fitness and leisure operators manage assets, ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
GLL press release: Families flock to 'Better' Leisure Centres for weekend of free fun
Heralding the launch of the Commonwealth Games Last weekend’s ‘Team England National Sports Weekend’ (18 and 19 July) held at ‘Better’ leisure centres across the UK was a ‘hit’, with customers of all ages arriving in their legions to try out a selection o
Featured press releases
CET CryoSpas press release: CET CryoSpas and Specialist Pools Services Ltd partner to bring automated Ice Bath Management to the commercial leisure sector
New partnership between CET CryoSpas and Specialist Pools Services Ltd aims to reduce maintenance, improve operational efficiency and help operators meet growing demand for cold water immersion.
Directory
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
21-24 Sep 2026
The Langham Huntington Pasadena , Pasadena, United States
Diary dates
28-29 Sep 2026
Grand Ballroom, METT Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
06-08 Oct 2026
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
22-22 Oct 2026
QEII Conference Centre, London,
Diary dates
29-31 Oct 2026
Impact Exhibition & Convention Center Bangkok,Thailand, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
29-31 Oct 2026
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand , Bangkok, Thailand
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14-15 Nov 2026
The Kromhouthal , Amsterdam, Netherlands
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26-29 Oct 2027
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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