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Koru Health Club launched recently within Luxembourg’s multi-experience destination, GRID X, which combines culture, retail
Fitness Worx Gyms has confirmed work is underway on its 10th site, which will open
Capella Hotel Group has announced Roland Fasel will become president in April. Founded in Singapore,
Upper House Shenzhen will be the first new hotel to be operated by Swire Hotels
GOCO Hospitality has acquired Fivelements Retreat in Bali, Indonesia, which it plans to relaunch in
Third Space has launched its 14th club at The Whiteley, London. The prestigious site is
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Village Health and Wellness Clubs, which was acquired by Blackstone from KSL in July 2024,
European operator, Go Fit has announced record profits and the investment of €150 million in
Everlast Gyms is nearing the launch a new London Flagship, along with three other flagship
Following strong full-year results, PureGym has revealed it's planning to launch 70 gyms this year,
F45 Training has announced the launch of a new parent company called FIT, which will
Fiona Eastwood, COO of Merlin Entertainments, has been announced as interim CEO, following the departure
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Market research outfit, Leisure DB, is launching a monthly ‘market tracker’ for the UK’s health
Xponential Fitness has posted losses of US$18 million for Q3 2024 – up from US$5.2
Ride manufacturer Vekoma showcased several new projects at IAAPA in November. Vekoma’s new Wizard of
Minor Hotels is on a trajectory for significant expansion, with plans to open 200 extra
Minor Hotels CEO Dillip Rajakarier has unveiled plans to introduce an innovative medi-wellness concept to
The UK health and fitness is performing well, especially the private sector, with member numbers,
Xponential Fitness today indefinitely suspended founder and CEO, Anthony Geisler, saying it had been notified
US gym chain, Crunch Fitness, has bolstered its global expansion plans with the appointment of
US private equity fund, Providence Equity Partners, is acquiring a majority stake in VivaGym from
The UAE’s first-ever Dior Spa has officially launched at The Lana, Dubai – the Dorchester
Will Orr, CEO of The Gym Group, has revealed the company’s full-year results for 2023,
Xponential Fitness has told HCM it will vigorously defend itself against claims made in a
Australia’s iconic bathing destination Peninsula Hot Springs in Victoria has announced the arrival of its
Global hotel owner, operator and investor Minor Hotels is expanding its luxury Anantara brand’s footprint
Banyan Tree Group is ringing in its 30th anniversary by rebranding as Banyan Group to
Raffles Hotels and Resorts will open its flagship London property on 29 September, complete with
Lebanese health club chain, Fitness Zone, has marked its international expansion with the launch of
Dior has launched a brand new wellness retreat at the iconic Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc in
Modern US wellness brand The Well has opened a wellness sanctuary at Chileno Bay Resort
Spa and wellness equipment manufacturer Living Earth Crafts (LEC) has named Jill Carlen as vice
Richard Darwin is to step down from his role as CEO of The Gym Group
A 15th-century monastery and chapel in Antwerp, Belgium, has been transformed into a 108-room hotel
German fitness operator, Life Fit Group, led by Martin Seibold, has snapped Loft Holding GmbH
Banyan Tree has launched its first resort and spa in Saudi Arabia, ushering in the
The revival of a classic UK health and fitness brand will see Topnotch Health Clubs
Basic-Fit is set to continue its ambitious growth and expansion plans in Europe, following a
Avani+ Hua Hin Resort in Thailand has introduced a new medical wellness centre in partnership
Faena Group is rumoured to be gearing up to open a property in New York,
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Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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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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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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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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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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Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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Research
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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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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Strength
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
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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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Jamie Clements

The Breath Coach
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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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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First person
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
HCM magazine
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
HCM magazine
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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
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
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
HCM magazine
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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
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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
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
HCM magazine
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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New opening news

Koru Health Club launched recently within Luxembourg’s multi-experience destination, GRID X, which combines culture, retail
Fitness Worx Gyms has confirmed work is underway on its 10th site, which will open
Capella Hotel Group has announced Roland Fasel will become president in April. Founded in Singapore,
Upper House Shenzhen will be the first new hotel to be operated by Swire Hotels
GOCO Hospitality has acquired Fivelements Retreat in Bali, Indonesia, which it plans to relaunch in
Third Space has launched its 14th club at The Whiteley, London. The prestigious site is
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Village Health and Wellness Clubs, which was acquired by Blackstone from KSL in July 2024,
European operator, Go Fit has announced record profits and the investment of €150 million in
Everlast Gyms is nearing the launch a new London Flagship, along with three other flagship
Following strong full-year results, PureGym has revealed it's planning to launch 70 gyms this year,
F45 Training has announced the launch of a new parent company called FIT, which will
Fiona Eastwood, COO of Merlin Entertainments, has been announced as interim CEO, following the departure
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Market research outfit, Leisure DB, is launching a monthly ‘market tracker’ for the UK’s health
Xponential Fitness has posted losses of US$18 million for Q3 2024 – up from US$5.2
Ride manufacturer Vekoma showcased several new projects at IAAPA in November. Vekoma’s new Wizard of
Minor Hotels is on a trajectory for significant expansion, with plans to open 200 extra
Minor Hotels CEO Dillip Rajakarier has unveiled plans to introduce an innovative medi-wellness concept to
The UK health and fitness is performing well, especially the private sector, with member numbers,
Xponential Fitness today indefinitely suspended founder and CEO, Anthony Geisler, saying it had been notified
US gym chain, Crunch Fitness, has bolstered its global expansion plans with the appointment of
US private equity fund, Providence Equity Partners, is acquiring a majority stake in VivaGym from
The UAE’s first-ever Dior Spa has officially launched at The Lana, Dubai – the Dorchester
Will Orr, CEO of The Gym Group, has revealed the company’s full-year results for 2023,
Xponential Fitness has told HCM it will vigorously defend itself against claims made in a
Australia’s iconic bathing destination Peninsula Hot Springs in Victoria has announced the arrival of its
Global hotel owner, operator and investor Minor Hotels is expanding its luxury Anantara brand’s footprint
Banyan Tree Group is ringing in its 30th anniversary by rebranding as Banyan Group to
Raffles Hotels and Resorts will open its flagship London property on 29 September, complete with
Lebanese health club chain, Fitness Zone, has marked its international expansion with the launch of
Dior has launched a brand new wellness retreat at the iconic Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc in
Modern US wellness brand The Well has opened a wellness sanctuary at Chileno Bay Resort
Spa and wellness equipment manufacturer Living Earth Crafts (LEC) has named Jill Carlen as vice
Richard Darwin is to step down from his role as CEO of The Gym Group
A 15th-century monastery and chapel in Antwerp, Belgium, has been transformed into a 108-room hotel
German fitness operator, Life Fit Group, led by Martin Seibold, has snapped Loft Holding GmbH
Banyan Tree has launched its first resort and spa in Saudi Arabia, ushering in the
The revival of a classic UK health and fitness brand will see Topnotch Health Clubs
Basic-Fit is set to continue its ambitious growth and expansion plans in Europe, following a
Avani+ Hua Hin Resort in Thailand has introduced a new medical wellness centre in partnership
Faena Group is rumoured to be gearing up to open a property in New York,
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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
Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
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
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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
HCM magazine
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
HCM magazine
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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
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
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
HCM magazine
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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
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
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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: 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.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Taylor Made Designs
Taylor Made Designs offer health clubs a fully-managed end-to-end service. From garment design to sourcing, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: We Work Well Inc
We Work Well is a global premier hosted buyer event company, connecting high-level executives from ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - From nightclub to health club
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
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
Featured press releases
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.
Directory
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
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
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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