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Active IQ, the UK's leading Ofqual-recognised awarding organisation for the physical activity sector, has introduced
Dan Rees, the former MD of Premier Global NASM – the training company which was
Active IQ has been acquired by educational charity NCFE from its parent company, US-based Ascend
Double Olympic champion Max Whitlock has teamed up with leisure operator Everyone Active and awarding
The government has confirmed that a new Diploma in Sporting Excellence will be made available
Funding cuts to vocational qualifications had a “significant impact” on the fall in the number
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
The number of training qualifications awarded across the leisure, travel and tourism sector has fallen
A new survey of fitness professionals has revealed that as many as 84 per cent
The Royal LifeSaving Society UK (RLSS UK) and IQL have announced four additions to the
The Swimming Teachers Association (STA) has formed a new partnership with Swimtime, provider of swimming
Image: CYQ head Jenny Patrickson Central YMCA Qualifications (CYQ) has recorded a 17 per cent
Awarding organisation Active IQ has successfully signed up more than 100,000 learners to its active
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
Celebrating its milestone fifth anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of
Ofqual-approved accreditation body Active IQ has announced the launch of new eLearning and online resources
An independent study commissioned by education secretary Michael Gove has called for a major shake-up
Fitness qualifications provider, Global Fitness Education (GFE), is to deliver a QCF format Level 3
The FIA has selected Active IQ, an Ofqual-approved awarding body, as the assessor for the
Training provider Lifetime has been recognised as an official Awarding Organisation by Ofqual, the regulator
For the last year SkillsActive and REPs have been conducting the widest ever consultation the
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming
12,300
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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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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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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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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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Active IQ is calling for greater accountability in online fitness advice with the launch of a new trustmark
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New launch, Salus House, elevates boutique wellness with high service levels and a partnership with Technogym
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Welcome to Elevate 2026
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Research
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
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Insight
Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
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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
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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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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
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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
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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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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
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
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
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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
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
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
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
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
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The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
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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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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.
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GLL press release: GLL highlights the importance of drowning prevention to kids nationally as summer holidays near
School assemblies and water safety messages as part of swim lessons.   The UK's largest public pools and swim school operator, GLL, is providing timely activities during Drowning Prevention Week (13-20 June 2026) to raise awareness of water safety ahead of kids breaking up for the summer holidays.
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Ofqual news

Active IQ, the UK's leading Ofqual-recognised awarding organisation for the physical activity sector, has introduced
Dan Rees, the former MD of Premier Global NASM – the training company which was
Active IQ has been acquired by educational charity NCFE from its parent company, US-based Ascend
Double Olympic champion Max Whitlock has teamed up with leisure operator Everyone Active and awarding
The government has confirmed that a new Diploma in Sporting Excellence will be made available
Funding cuts to vocational qualifications had a “significant impact” on the fall in the number
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
The number of training qualifications awarded across the leisure, travel and tourism sector has fallen
A new survey of fitness professionals has revealed that as many as 84 per cent
The Royal LifeSaving Society UK (RLSS UK) and IQL have announced four additions to the
The Swimming Teachers Association (STA) has formed a new partnership with Swimtime, provider of swimming
Image: CYQ head Jenny Patrickson Central YMCA Qualifications (CYQ) has recorded a 17 per cent
Awarding organisation Active IQ has successfully signed up more than 100,000 learners to its active
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
Celebrating its milestone fifth anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of
Ofqual-approved accreditation body Active IQ has announced the launch of new eLearning and online resources
An independent study commissioned by education secretary Michael Gove has called for a major shake-up
Fitness qualifications provider, Global Fitness Education (GFE), is to deliver a QCF format Level 3
The FIA has selected Active IQ, an Ofqual-approved awarding body, as the assessor for the
Training provider Lifetime has been recognised as an official Awarding Organisation by Ofqual, the regulator
For the last year SkillsActive and REPs have been conducting the widest ever consultation the
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming
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HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Active IQ is calling for greater accountability in online fitness advice with the launch of a new trustmark
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
New launch, Salus House, elevates boutique wellness with high service levels and a partnership with Technogym
HCM promotional features
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
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
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
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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
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
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
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
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
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: Supporting long-term health: why whole body vibration belongs in clinical settings
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay active, independent and feeling good for longer.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Safe Space Lockers
We provide a full turn-key solution for clients from design and consultation, through to bespoke ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Create PT
Create PT is one of the UK’s leading fitness training providers dedicated to raising standards ...
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
MyZone press release: Myzone global data reveals the building blocks of consistent exercise habits
A major new report from Myzone, the global leader in motivation technology for fitness, reveals how motivation becomes habit and how that transformation drives member retention and long-term business growth.
Featured press releases
GLL press release: GLL highlights the importance of drowning prevention to kids nationally as summer holidays near
School assemblies and water safety messages as part of swim lessons.   The UK's largest public pools and swim school operator, GLL, is providing timely activities during Drowning Prevention Week (13-20 June 2026) to raise awareness of water safety ahead of kids breaking up for the summer holidays.
Directory
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
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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