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Mexican operator, Solmar Hotels and Resorts, is hosting a series of events in celebration of
Biotechnology-driven skincare company, Epicutis, has launched two new products in its mission to deliver long-term
Not-for-profit trade association The Asia Pacific Spa and Wellness Coalition (APSWC) bestowed lifetime achievement awards
The Peter Zumthor-designed David Geffen Galleries have opened at the Los Angeles County Museum of
The Philippines and Thailand’s wellness economies have each surged in value in recent years, according
Capella Hotel Group has announced Roland Fasel will become president in April. Founded in Singapore,
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Intelligent Spas has published the results of an industry survey that invited spa managers from
The US, China, Germany, Japan and the UK have the top five largest wellness markets
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has released its first report on the wellness economy of
Spa and leisure management software company Trybe has secured a US$30 million (€26.9 million, £21.6
Beyond Activ  APAC took place at the Crowne Conference Centre in Melbourne, Australia from 2-3
A €285 million (US$316 million, £242 million) next-generation luxury yachting destination, Marina Resort Cavtat, is
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
The Peninsula Hot Springs destination spa in Fingal, Australia, is up for sale after more
Club Pilates has signed a master franchise agreement in Thailand, for 20 studios in Bangkok,
The Lego Group has agreed to acquire 29 Lego Discovery Centres for £200 million from
Everwild Canmore is accepting bookings for stays starting in late November, when the extensive spa
The publisher of industry magazine Spa and Wellness will host its 2025 Wellness Summit for
The Fiji government has welcomed Kerzner International’s plans to develop a One&Only resort and residences
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Siari, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, is expected to open in the private club community of Nauka
Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan in Ubud, Indonesia, has unveiled a new Fitness Hub,
Australia has one of the fastest growing wellness economies in the Asia Pacific region, according
The 2025 HFA Global Report, which looked at almost 30 markets, shows that around the
The final phase of Solaire Resort North, a five-star integrated resort in Quezon City, Philippines,
The SE Spa at Grand Velas Los Cabos in Mexico is offering nocturnal sound healing
AetherHaus, a 31,000sq ft contrast bathing facility, has opened to the public and members in
The Pacific Waters Spa in Southern California is now offering tech therapies to provide guests
Starwood Hotels has opened its first 1 Hotel in Australia – 1 Hotel Melbourne –
Operational costs have increased due to US tariffs at all American spas surveyed, according to
Spas at Mandarin Oriental properties around the world celebrated Global Wellness Day on Saturday 14th
The Philippines’ wellness industry saw growth between 2022-23 in a number of areas, including an
The Farm at San Benito is to become an Autograph Collection resort under the Marriott
The first Waldorf Astoria resort and spa in Costa Rica has opened on the Guanacaste
Ritz-Carlton is gearing up to launch its third superyacht – Luminara – in July. The
Canada’s wellness economy is among the fastest growing in the world, according to new data
Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts is set to launch its “most significant wellbeing offering” to date
Industry figures Kim Marshall and Lisa Starr have joined forces to aid LA’s spa and
The Sacred River Spa at Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan has embarked on a
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts has partnered with Miami-based private investment company Yntegra Group to realise
The global wellness economy surged to an all-time high valuation of US$6.3 trillion in 2023
Jetts Thailand has told HCM it's nearing the 50-club milestone, with four new clubs already
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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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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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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Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company
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New launch, Salus House, elevates boutique wellness with high service levels and a partnership with Technogym
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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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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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Phillip Mills

CEO, Les Mills
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
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Specifier
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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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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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
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
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
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
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
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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
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
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
HCM magazine
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
HCM magazine
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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CoverMe Ltd press release: CoverMe and Jobs In. Fitness partner to create end-to-end talent solution
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Pacific news

Mexican operator, Solmar Hotels and Resorts, is hosting a series of events in celebration of
Biotechnology-driven skincare company, Epicutis, has launched two new products in its mission to deliver long-term
Not-for-profit trade association The Asia Pacific Spa and Wellness Coalition (APSWC) bestowed lifetime achievement awards
The Peter Zumthor-designed David Geffen Galleries have opened at the Los Angeles County Museum of
The Philippines and Thailand’s wellness economies have each surged in value in recent years, according
Capella Hotel Group has announced Roland Fasel will become president in April. Founded in Singapore,
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Intelligent Spas has published the results of an industry survey that invited spa managers from
The US, China, Germany, Japan and the UK have the top five largest wellness markets
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has released its first report on the wellness economy of
Spa and leisure management software company Trybe has secured a US$30 million (€26.9 million, £21.6
Beyond Activ  APAC took place at the Crowne Conference Centre in Melbourne, Australia from 2-3
A €285 million (US$316 million, £242 million) next-generation luxury yachting destination, Marina Resort Cavtat, is
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
The Peninsula Hot Springs destination spa in Fingal, Australia, is up for sale after more
Club Pilates has signed a master franchise agreement in Thailand, for 20 studios in Bangkok,
The Lego Group has agreed to acquire 29 Lego Discovery Centres for £200 million from
Everwild Canmore is accepting bookings for stays starting in late November, when the extensive spa
The publisher of industry magazine Spa and Wellness will host its 2025 Wellness Summit for
The Fiji government has welcomed Kerzner International’s plans to develop a One&Only resort and residences
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Siari, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, is expected to open in the private club community of Nauka
Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan in Ubud, Indonesia, has unveiled a new Fitness Hub,
Australia has one of the fastest growing wellness economies in the Asia Pacific region, according
The 2025 HFA Global Report, which looked at almost 30 markets, shows that around the
The final phase of Solaire Resort North, a five-star integrated resort in Quezon City, Philippines,
The SE Spa at Grand Velas Los Cabos in Mexico is offering nocturnal sound healing
AetherHaus, a 31,000sq ft contrast bathing facility, has opened to the public and members in
The Pacific Waters Spa in Southern California is now offering tech therapies to provide guests
Starwood Hotels has opened its first 1 Hotel in Australia – 1 Hotel Melbourne –
Operational costs have increased due to US tariffs at all American spas surveyed, according to
Spas at Mandarin Oriental properties around the world celebrated Global Wellness Day on Saturday 14th
The Philippines’ wellness industry saw growth between 2022-23 in a number of areas, including an
The Farm at San Benito is to become an Autograph Collection resort under the Marriott
The first Waldorf Astoria resort and spa in Costa Rica has opened on the Guanacaste
Ritz-Carlton is gearing up to launch its third superyacht – Luminara – in July. The
Canada’s wellness economy is among the fastest growing in the world, according to new data
Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts is set to launch its “most significant wellbeing offering” to date
Industry figures Kim Marshall and Lisa Starr have joined forces to aid LA’s spa and
The Sacred River Spa at Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan has embarked on a
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts has partnered with Miami-based private investment company Yntegra Group to realise
The global wellness economy surged to an all-time high valuation of US$6.3 trillion in 2023
Jetts Thailand has told HCM it's nearing the 50-club milestone, with four new clubs already
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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
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
Promotion
Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company
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
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
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
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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
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
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
HCM magazine
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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: Cornerstone Connect helps Active Blackpool tackle health inequalities
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple systems to be aggregated into one dataset, to support its focus on reducing health inequalities and improving healthy life expectancy.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: ukactive
ukactive is the UK’s leading trade body for the physical activity sector, bringing together more ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Gladstone Software
Gladstone’s software is built to streamline operations, reduce admin burden, and boost engagement. Operators can ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Swim England press release: Swim England launches new Learn to Swim Growth Plan to support aquatic programme expansion
Swim England has strengthened its sector-leading Business Solutions offer with the launch of its Learn to Swim Growth Plan, designed to help aquatic providers unlock sustainable programme growth.
Featured press releases
CoverMe Ltd press release: CoverMe and Jobs In. Fitness partner to create end-to-end talent solution
CoverMe, the UK’s leading fitness workforce management and recruitment platform, has partnered with Jobs In. Fitness, the specialist executive search and advisory firm for the fitness and wellbeing sector, to give operators a single route to talent at every level – from frontline staffing to C-suite.
Directory
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
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
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
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