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Xponential Fitness says it has settled two major cases out of court as it seeks
The boutique eco-friendly village resort Desa Potato Head Bali has introduced a series of gentle
Shares in Xponential Fitness are rising following the news that the US Securities and Exchange
TANITA, a global leader in body composition technology, has released its flagship MC-980U Plus model
Renowned spa designer Clodagh has brought a touch of ‘rustic bling’ to Oakworks wellness equipment
Xponential Fitness has appointed sales and franchise expert, Mark King, as CEO, to take the
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Xponential Fitness today indefinitely suspended founder and CEO, Anthony Geisler, saying it had been notified
Xponential Fitness has told HCM it will vigorously defend itself against claims made in a
Three Universal Beijing Resort veterans – Tom Mehrmann, Sylvia Hase and Mike Hightower – will join
Construction work on the second phase of the Universal Resort Beijing is set to begin
Xponential Fitness presented its three-year operating targets at its first Analyst and Investor Day at
Xponential Fitness shares are recovering following a fightback by the directors after the publication of
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Universal Beijing Resort in China is preparing to embark on the second phase of its
Universal Parks & Resorts has opened the first phase of its new Universal Beijing Resort,
West Midland Safari Park in Bewdley, Worcestershire, UK, has launched an "immersive overnight wildlife experience",
Fabula, a nature-themed 4D theatre attraction created in partnership with Aardman Animation, has opened at
Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) have released images of Copenhagen Zoo's giant pandas settling into its
Universal Studios' under-construction Beijing theme park and resort will feature seven immersive, themed lands, it
Universal has announced that its multi-billion dollar theme park development in Beijing, China, will open
Jora Vision, a Netherlands-based attractions design firm, has won a competition to develop a museum
The world’s best para-swimmers are descending to the London Aquatics Centre this week, to mark
Following 25 years of service, Matthias Li, chief executive of Hong Kong attraction Ocean Park,
Aardman Animations, the British animation studio behind much-loved shows such as Wallace & Gromit and
Efteling, a fairytale-themed theme park based in the South of Holland, has announced a new
Adelaide’s Monarto Zoo is to get a new AU$16.8m (US$12.1m, €10.7m, £9.2m) visitor centre, providing
A taste of Asia and Australia will be brought to North Carolina, US, over the
The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) is to team up with environmental organisation WildAid
Work on Bjarke Ingels Group’s (BIG) Panda House at the Copenhagen Zoo is in full
Akron Zoo in Ohio, USA is to add two new areas – one Africa-themed, one
Comcast executive vice president Stephen Burke has confirmed that Universal is looking at building a
The Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is set to launch its brand new US$22m
Comcast has said that it expects capital spending to increase at NBCUniversal through 2018, with
Bjarke Ingels Group are designing a hotel next to their forthcoming Audemars Piguet watchmaking museum
Developed by the Universal Creative team in partnership with DreamWorks’ Artists, The DreamWorks Theatre will
A new technology utilising eye tracking and brain sensors has been named most innovative virtual
As a new year approaches, CLADglobal brings you our list of some of the most
As the visitor attractions sector gears up for the year ahead, Attractions Management looks at
The Oakland Raiders have broken ground on a $1.9bn (£1.45bn, €1.62bn) stadium in Las Vegas
At this year’s IAAPA Attractions Expo, Niceberg Studios will showcaseits latest film, Moonthunder 5D, which
German Chancellor Angela Merkel and Chinese President Xi Jinping were on-hand to mark a momentous
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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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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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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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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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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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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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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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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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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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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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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
Opinion
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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Research
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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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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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
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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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
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
HCM magazine
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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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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Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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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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The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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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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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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Panda news

Xponential Fitness says it has settled two major cases out of court as it seeks
The boutique eco-friendly village resort Desa Potato Head Bali has introduced a series of gentle
Shares in Xponential Fitness are rising following the news that the US Securities and Exchange
TANITA, a global leader in body composition technology, has released its flagship MC-980U Plus model
Renowned spa designer Clodagh has brought a touch of ‘rustic bling’ to Oakworks wellness equipment
Xponential Fitness has appointed sales and franchise expert, Mark King, as CEO, to take the
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Xponential Fitness today indefinitely suspended founder and CEO, Anthony Geisler, saying it had been notified
Xponential Fitness has told HCM it will vigorously defend itself against claims made in a
Three Universal Beijing Resort veterans – Tom Mehrmann, Sylvia Hase and Mike Hightower – will join
Construction work on the second phase of the Universal Resort Beijing is set to begin
Xponential Fitness presented its three-year operating targets at its first Analyst and Investor Day at
Xponential Fitness shares are recovering following a fightback by the directors after the publication of
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Universal Beijing Resort in China is preparing to embark on the second phase of its
Universal Parks & Resorts has opened the first phase of its new Universal Beijing Resort,
West Midland Safari Park in Bewdley, Worcestershire, UK, has launched an "immersive overnight wildlife experience",
Fabula, a nature-themed 4D theatre attraction created in partnership with Aardman Animation, has opened at
Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) have released images of Copenhagen Zoo's giant pandas settling into its
Universal Studios' under-construction Beijing theme park and resort will feature seven immersive, themed lands, it
Universal has announced that its multi-billion dollar theme park development in Beijing, China, will open
Jora Vision, a Netherlands-based attractions design firm, has won a competition to develop a museum
The world’s best para-swimmers are descending to the London Aquatics Centre this week, to mark
Following 25 years of service, Matthias Li, chief executive of Hong Kong attraction Ocean Park,
Aardman Animations, the British animation studio behind much-loved shows such as Wallace & Gromit and
Efteling, a fairytale-themed theme park based in the South of Holland, has announced a new
Adelaide’s Monarto Zoo is to get a new AU$16.8m (US$12.1m, €10.7m, £9.2m) visitor centre, providing
A taste of Asia and Australia will be brought to North Carolina, US, over the
The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) is to team up with environmental organisation WildAid
Work on Bjarke Ingels Group’s (BIG) Panda House at the Copenhagen Zoo is in full
Akron Zoo in Ohio, USA is to add two new areas – one Africa-themed, one
Comcast executive vice president Stephen Burke has confirmed that Universal is looking at building a
The Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is set to launch its brand new US$22m
Comcast has said that it expects capital spending to increase at NBCUniversal through 2018, with
Bjarke Ingels Group are designing a hotel next to their forthcoming Audemars Piguet watchmaking museum
Developed by the Universal Creative team in partnership with DreamWorks’ Artists, The DreamWorks Theatre will
A new technology utilising eye tracking and brain sensors has been named most innovative virtual
As a new year approaches, CLADglobal brings you our list of some of the most
As the visitor attractions sector gears up for the year ahead, Attractions Management looks at
The Oakland Raiders have broken ground on a $1.9bn (£1.45bn, €1.62bn) stadium in Las Vegas
At this year’s IAAPA Attractions Expo, Niceberg Studios will showcaseits latest film, Moonthunder 5D, which
German Chancellor Angela Merkel and Chinese President Xi Jinping were on-hand to mark a momentous
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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
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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
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
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
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
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
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
HCM magazine
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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
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
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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
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: GymNation
Ranging from 25,000 to 60,000 square feet, GymNation is open 24/7, 365 days a year ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Kemitron GmbH
Kemitron is a German family-owned company specialising in the development and manufacture of high-quality products ...
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 Go expands operator opportunity with Garmin integration
Myzone has announced a significant expansion of its MoTech (Motivation Technology) platform, as Myzone Go integration with Garmin goes live.
Featured press releases
Dyaco UK Ltd press release: i-Strength | Spirit Commercial Fitness: Same movements, smarter resistance
Upgrading a gym floor is rarely straightforward. New equipment means retraining staff, repositioning layouts, and a period of adjustment for members.
Directory
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
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
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
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
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
Diary dates
14-15 Nov 2026
The Kromhouthal , Amsterdam, Netherlands
Diary dates
26-29 Oct 2027
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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