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Mayor news

A multi-million-euro geothermal spa and leisure centre, called Terme Bjelovar, is scheduled to open in
Museum director Cecilie Hollberg has come under fire for comparing the city to a sex
Universal Studios is assessing the feasibility of opening its first European resort in the UK,
The Italian thermal town of Montecatini Terme will welcome 30 delegates from the Great Spa
The Sphere at the Venetian in Las Vegas, a US$2.3 billion project described as the
Spanish capital Madrid is set to to be the home of Europe's largest urban beach
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
The planned Universal Studios theme park in Frisco, Texas, could open as early as 2026.
Global wellbeing organisation Therme Group US and Washington DC Mayor Muriel Bowser have signed a
The Great Spa Towns of Europe association (GSTE) is holding its second General Assembly in
Planning approval has been granted for Camden Highline, a project to transform a section of
Eureka! Science + Discovery Centre in Seacombe, UK has opened its doors to the public.
Thermal wellbeing organisation and developer Therme Group has partnered with the Incheon Free Economic Zone
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
The Great Spa Towns of Europe Association (GSTEA) has announced the appointment of Chiara Ronchini
VAC 2022 has announced the final line-up of 25 top attractions sector speakers set to
Members of the Great Spa Towns of Europe (GSTE) have gathered in Františkovy Lázně in
Mark Sesnan, CEO of GLL, has pushed back on Tower Hamlet Council’s decision to take
A £22m refurbishment of Altrincham Leisure Centre has been given the go ahead by Trafford
Newly-formed industry body The Great Spa Towns of Europe association has appointed Stefan Szirucsek as
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
The Great Spa Towns of Europe, one of UNESCO's newest World Heritage Sites, has launched
The MSG Sphere, a controversial auditorium and music globe designed by Populous, has been given
The physical activity sector will have an essential role to play in delivering the UK
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has honoured 11 European spa towns
Former racing cyclist Chris Boardman has been appointed the new chair of grassroots body, Sport
A new programme addressing young people's wellbeing and mental health will launch in Q3 2021
The UK government has announced an independent review to assess the way destination management organisations
A proposed Major League Baseball (MLB) stadium in Oakland, US – designed by Danish architects
The iconic Midtown Athletic Club in Chicago is among the city's fitness facilities which have
Andy Burnham and shadow culture secretary Jo Stevens have joined Paralympic legend Tanni Grey-Thompson in
Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, has been confirmed as a keynote speaker for the
With 24 soaking pools terraced along the San Juan River, The Springs Resort & Spa
Gyms in Liverpool,UK, have been given the go-ahead to reopen, following a dramatic week of
A UK government U-turn – just announced – will see gyms and leisure centres staying open
Gym and health club operators with sites in Liverpool, UK, have been left "astounded" at
World Wellness Weekend (WWW) is fast approaching and will be going ahead via a combination
Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam is set to unveil The Mayor’s Residence, a private nine-bedroom palace which
A team of architects have revealed plans to transform a multi-lane road in central Copenhagen
Tenzing Natural Energy, the drinks brand behind the Tenzing Clean Air Tracker, has recently added
New concept designs and visuals have been released for the Eureka! Mersey project – a
Chelsea Football Club has put its plans to build a new stadium on hold until
Millwall FC has revealed designs by AFL Architects for the proposed redevelopment of its stadium,
12,300
HCM promotional features
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InBody logged an amazing 100,000 scans in January 2024 alone
HCM promotional features
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Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
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
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 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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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HCM magazine
Interview
Even though it’s been 14 years, it feels as though we’re just getting started
HCM magazine
Wellness
Absenteeism and presenteeism is taking a huge economic toll, with musculoskeletal problems and poor mental health the biggest issues. Can workplace wellness make a difference? Kath Hudson investigates
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Research
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
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News report
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jennifer Maanavi

Founder, Physique 57
Our ‘why?’ is to improve the lives of our clients, not to make them feel defeated
HCM magazine
Opinion
Dr Paul Bedford talks to Jak Phillips about the double-edged sword of the strength training trend and his ambitions for the sector
HCM magazine
Letters
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
HCM magazine
Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
I would say those results, along with the team’s total lack of complacency – their desire to keep improving – have been the two big highlights of my first year
HCM magazine
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
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
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
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
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
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Group exercise complaints now a thing of the past for Reynolds Group
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group thanks to its partnership with CoverMe, a digital platform that simplifies group exercise and PT management for clubs and instructors.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: W3Fit EMEA’s innovative programme sets sail for Sardinia, Italy
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, W3Fit EMEA, is heading to the Chia Laguna resort in Sardinia from 8-11 October.
Company profiles
Company profile: Balanced Body®
Balanced Body is the global leader in Pilates equipment and education. Founded over 47 years ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Active IQ
The UK’s leading Ofqual-recognised awarding organisation for the physical activity sector, we offer over 100 ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: Innovative new partnership will see national roll-out of VR Esports Platform across UK leisure centres
Active Reality, a leader in Virtual Reality Freeroam Esports Arenas and GLL, the UK’s largest operator of municipal leisure centres, have today (3rd May 24) announced an innovative new partnership that will see a national roll out of gaming technologies within leisure centres across the country.
Featured press releases
KeepMe press release: Keepme unveils Fitness Marketers' Cheat Sheet containing AI strategies for fitness professionals
Keepme has announced the release of its newest addition to its Best Practice Series: the "Fitness Marketers' Cheat Sheet."
Directory
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
Diary dates
23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
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
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
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

Mayor news

A multi-million-euro geothermal spa and leisure centre, called Terme Bjelovar, is scheduled to open in
Museum director Cecilie Hollberg has come under fire for comparing the city to a sex
Universal Studios is assessing the feasibility of opening its first European resort in the UK,
The Italian thermal town of Montecatini Terme will welcome 30 delegates from the Great Spa
The Sphere at the Venetian in Las Vegas, a US$2.3 billion project described as the
Spanish capital Madrid is set to to be the home of Europe's largest urban beach
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
The planned Universal Studios theme park in Frisco, Texas, could open as early as 2026.
Global wellbeing organisation Therme Group US and Washington DC Mayor Muriel Bowser have signed a
The Great Spa Towns of Europe association (GSTE) is holding its second General Assembly in
Planning approval has been granted for Camden Highline, a project to transform a section of
Eureka! Science + Discovery Centre in Seacombe, UK has opened its doors to the public.
Thermal wellbeing organisation and developer Therme Group has partnered with the Incheon Free Economic Zone
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
The Great Spa Towns of Europe Association (GSTEA) has announced the appointment of Chiara Ronchini
VAC 2022 has announced the final line-up of 25 top attractions sector speakers set to
Members of the Great Spa Towns of Europe (GSTE) have gathered in Františkovy Lázně in
Mark Sesnan, CEO of GLL, has pushed back on Tower Hamlet Council’s decision to take
A £22m refurbishment of Altrincham Leisure Centre has been given the go ahead by Trafford
Newly-formed industry body The Great Spa Towns of Europe association has appointed Stefan Szirucsek as
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
The Great Spa Towns of Europe, one of UNESCO's newest World Heritage Sites, has launched
The MSG Sphere, a controversial auditorium and music globe designed by Populous, has been given
The physical activity sector will have an essential role to play in delivering the UK
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has honoured 11 European spa towns
Former racing cyclist Chris Boardman has been appointed the new chair of grassroots body, Sport
A new programme addressing young people's wellbeing and mental health will launch in Q3 2021
The UK government has announced an independent review to assess the way destination management organisations
A proposed Major League Baseball (MLB) stadium in Oakland, US – designed by Danish architects
The iconic Midtown Athletic Club in Chicago is among the city's fitness facilities which have
Andy Burnham and shadow culture secretary Jo Stevens have joined Paralympic legend Tanni Grey-Thompson in
Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, has been confirmed as a keynote speaker for the
With 24 soaking pools terraced along the San Juan River, The Springs Resort & Spa
Gyms in Liverpool,UK, have been given the go-ahead to reopen, following a dramatic week of
A UK government U-turn – just announced – will see gyms and leisure centres staying open
Gym and health club operators with sites in Liverpool, UK, have been left "astounded" at
World Wellness Weekend (WWW) is fast approaching and will be going ahead via a combination
Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam is set to unveil The Mayor’s Residence, a private nine-bedroom palace which
A team of architects have revealed plans to transform a multi-lane road in central Copenhagen
Tenzing Natural Energy, the drinks brand behind the Tenzing Clean Air Tracker, has recently added
New concept designs and visuals have been released for the Eureka! Mersey project – a
Chelsea Football Club has put its plans to build a new stadium on hold until
Millwall FC has revealed designs by AFL Architects for the proposed redevelopment of its stadium,
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
InBody logged an amazing 100,000 scans in January 2024 alone
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
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
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 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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
I would say those results, along with the team’s total lack of complacency – their desire to keep improving – have been the two big highlights of my first year
HCM magazine
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
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
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
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
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
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Group exercise complaints now a thing of the past for Reynolds Group
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group thanks to its partnership with CoverMe, a digital platform that simplifies group exercise and PT management for clubs and instructors.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: W3Fit EMEA’s innovative programme sets sail for Sardinia, Italy
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, W3Fit EMEA, is heading to the Chia Laguna resort in Sardinia from 8-11 October.
Company profiles
Company profile: Balanced Body®
Balanced Body is the global leader in Pilates equipment and education. Founded over 47 years ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Active IQ
The UK’s leading Ofqual-recognised awarding organisation for the physical activity sector, we offer over 100 ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: Innovative new partnership will see national roll-out of VR Esports Platform across UK leisure centres
Active Reality, a leader in Virtual Reality Freeroam Esports Arenas and GLL, the UK’s largest operator of municipal leisure centres, have today (3rd May 24) announced an innovative new partnership that will see a national roll out of gaming technologies within leisure centres across the country.
Featured press releases
KeepMe press release: Keepme unveils Fitness Marketers' Cheat Sheet containing AI strategies for fitness professionals
Keepme has announced the release of its newest addition to its Best Practice Series: the "Fitness Marketers' Cheat Sheet."
Directory
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
Diary dates
23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
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
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
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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