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Private equity news

Speaking to HCM, global CEO of Lift Brands, Ty Menzies, has confirmed that the company
Peloton Interactive Inc is believed to be working to get its costs under control in
US gym chain, Crunch Fitness, has bolstered its global expansion plans with the appointment of
Barry’s – known for its HIIT workouts combining treadmills and weights – is thought to
US private equity fund, Providence Equity Partners, is acquiring a majority stake in VivaGym from
Jason Worthy has been appointed group CEO of Myzone to lead the 'next stage of
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
Orangetheory and Self Esteem Brands have revealed plans to merge 'as equals' creating a new
GOCO Hospitality is collaborating with Fullerton Fund Management (Fullerton) to invest in wellness-centric properties in
Arch Amenities Group (AAG)* has announced the opening of its first Privai Spa + Fitness
Arch Amenities Group (AAG)* has branched into Canada with the acquisition of Personal Best Health
JD Gyms, part of listed company, JD Sports Fashion plc, has sold UAE health club
Fahad Alhagbani, CEO of Saudi-based health club operator, Armah Sports has told HCM he plans
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
Spa, leisure and hospitality figure Stuart Angus has been tasked with the strategic growth of
Pure Gym’s holding company, Pinnacle Bidco plc, has set out to raise £805m through issuing
Soneva will open a new US$40 million (£32.1 million, €37.4 million) resort in the Maldives’
Former world number one tennis player Maria Sharapova has entered into a multi-year partnership to
Total Fitness is looking to expand its operations and upgrade its club portfolio after securing
Sonu Shivdasani, co-founder of barefoot luxury hotel and wellness brand Soneva, has confirmed there will
Elevate
Elevate
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
Center Parcs UK and its six holiday villages have been put up for sale by
Boutique fitness operator, Solidcore, has opened its 100th studio in the US. Located in Santa
Traditional Roman bathing and Greek mythology have inspired the new spa launching at Six Senses'
Hospitality and wellness industry veteran Sonu Shivdasani has been honoured as an officer of the
Arch Amenities Group (AAG) has announced the appointment of Blake Feeney, a spa industry veteran,
Hutchinson Consulting has been acquired by Arch Amenities Group (AAG), a global provider of hospitality
Merlin Entertainments, the UK-based global attractions operator which is second only to Disney in size,
Arch Amenities Group* (AAG) has expanded its executive team and appointed Susan Grey and Todd
Arch Amenities Group (AAG) has announced the acquisition of Innovative Spa Management, Privai and Spa
TRX has been acquired by its founder, Randy Hetrick and Jack Daly of private equity
Peter Roberts, former CEO and founder of Pure Gym, has invested in Another Round, a
Core Health & Fitness, a portfolio company of US-based private equity firm Gainline Capital Partners
Core Health & Fitness has acquired Digital fitness content provider, Wexer Holding, for an undisclosed
Barefoot luxury hotel and wellness brand Soneva has concocted a new spa and wellness concept
Fitness operator Crunch Fitness says it's continued its recovery from lockdowns, with membership levels across
Spa consultancy and management firm WTS International has today announced the appointment of Barry Goldstein
PureGym says it is looking to expand its operations beyond Europe, after experiencing a strong
German fitness operator BestFit Group has acquired regional gym chain EuroFit for an undisclosed sum.
F45's IPO on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) has revealed a strong appetite from
Over a third of real estate investors intend to buy more hotels across Europe, according
Australian HIIT chain F45 Training has filed a notification to list on the New York
Jan Spaticchia, founder and chair of énergie Fitness has died aged 51 following a short
12,300
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Coaching workshops from Keith Smith and Adam Daniel have been designed to empower your team and transform your service
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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HCM magazine
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM magazine
Everyone's talking about
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
Design
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
Editor's letter
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
Letters
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
Interview
Go Fit is spreading its wings, with a five-year plan for growth and new projects already under construction in Italy. Its new CEO speaks to Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
Research
New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
HCM magazine
News report
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
HCM People

Belinda Steward

MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure
We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jen Holland

CEO: Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
HCM magazine
The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers according to the 11th annual European Health & Fitness Market Report 2024 from Deloitte and EuropeActive, as Karsten Hollasch reports
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
Actually most people go to the gym to feel better and that’s far easier to achieve than losing 5kg
HCM magazine
Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
HCM magazine
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
When a hefty round of investment coincided with the pandemic, the CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs feared the company – founded by his grandfather – would go down on his watch. He talks to Kath Hudson about the pressure to keep the business afloat
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Introducing the Schwinn Z Bike: where innovation meets performance
In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of innovation. Now, we proudly present the Schwinn Z Bike, the culmination of our legacy of excellence.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: FIBO Global Fitness
FIBO pursues the vision of a strong and healthy society and as a global network ...
Company profiles
Company profile: TechnoAlpin
TechnoAlpin is the world leader for snowmaking systems. Our product portfolio includes all different types ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
CoverMe Ltd press release: Roehampton Club raises the bar for class cover with CoverMe
Roehampton Club is an exclusive club in south London catering for 5,000 members, which prides itself on delivering exceptional fitness experiences.
Featured press releases
ABC Trainerize press release: New ABC Trainerize Webinar: How to earn more with clients and members you already have
ABC Trainerize, a leading software platform for the fitness industry, recently ran a webinar for studio and gym owners on how to increase gym revenue with Gym Launch CEO, Cale Owen.
Directory
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
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

Private equity news

Speaking to HCM, global CEO of Lift Brands, Ty Menzies, has confirmed that the company
Peloton Interactive Inc is believed to be working to get its costs under control in
US gym chain, Crunch Fitness, has bolstered its global expansion plans with the appointment of
Barry’s – known for its HIIT workouts combining treadmills and weights – is thought to
US private equity fund, Providence Equity Partners, is acquiring a majority stake in VivaGym from
Jason Worthy has been appointed group CEO of Myzone to lead the 'next stage of
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
Orangetheory and Self Esteem Brands have revealed plans to merge 'as equals' creating a new
GOCO Hospitality is collaborating with Fullerton Fund Management (Fullerton) to invest in wellness-centric properties in
Arch Amenities Group (AAG)* has announced the opening of its first Privai Spa + Fitness
Arch Amenities Group (AAG)* has branched into Canada with the acquisition of Personal Best Health
JD Gyms, part of listed company, JD Sports Fashion plc, has sold UAE health club
Fahad Alhagbani, CEO of Saudi-based health club operator, Armah Sports has told HCM he plans
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
Spa, leisure and hospitality figure Stuart Angus has been tasked with the strategic growth of
Pure Gym’s holding company, Pinnacle Bidco plc, has set out to raise £805m through issuing
Soneva will open a new US$40 million (£32.1 million, €37.4 million) resort in the Maldives’
Former world number one tennis player Maria Sharapova has entered into a multi-year partnership to
Total Fitness is looking to expand its operations and upgrade its club portfolio after securing
Sonu Shivdasani, co-founder of barefoot luxury hotel and wellness brand Soneva, has confirmed there will
Elevate
Elevate
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
Center Parcs UK and its six holiday villages have been put up for sale by
Boutique fitness operator, Solidcore, has opened its 100th studio in the US. Located in Santa
Traditional Roman bathing and Greek mythology have inspired the new spa launching at Six Senses'
Hospitality and wellness industry veteran Sonu Shivdasani has been honoured as an officer of the
Arch Amenities Group (AAG) has announced the appointment of Blake Feeney, a spa industry veteran,
Hutchinson Consulting has been acquired by Arch Amenities Group (AAG), a global provider of hospitality
Merlin Entertainments, the UK-based global attractions operator which is second only to Disney in size,
Arch Amenities Group* (AAG) has expanded its executive team and appointed Susan Grey and Todd
Arch Amenities Group (AAG) has announced the acquisition of Innovative Spa Management, Privai and Spa
TRX has been acquired by its founder, Randy Hetrick and Jack Daly of private equity
Peter Roberts, former CEO and founder of Pure Gym, has invested in Another Round, a
Core Health & Fitness, a portfolio company of US-based private equity firm Gainline Capital Partners
Core Health & Fitness has acquired Digital fitness content provider, Wexer Holding, for an undisclosed
Barefoot luxury hotel and wellness brand Soneva has concocted a new spa and wellness concept
Fitness operator Crunch Fitness says it's continued its recovery from lockdowns, with membership levels across
Spa consultancy and management firm WTS International has today announced the appointment of Barry Goldstein
PureGym says it is looking to expand its operations beyond Europe, after experiencing a strong
German fitness operator BestFit Group has acquired regional gym chain EuroFit for an undisclosed sum.
F45's IPO on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) has revealed a strong appetite from
Over a third of real estate investors intend to buy more hotels across Europe, according
Australian HIIT chain F45 Training has filed a notification to list on the New York
Jan Spaticchia, founder and chair of énergie Fitness has died aged 51 following a short
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Coaching workshops from Keith Smith and Adam Daniel have been designed to empower your team and transform your service
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
HCM People

Belinda Steward

MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure
We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jen Holland

CEO: Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
HCM magazine
The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers according to the 11th annual European Health & Fitness Market Report 2024 from Deloitte and EuropeActive, as Karsten Hollasch reports
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
Actually most people go to the gym to feel better and that’s far easier to achieve than losing 5kg
HCM magazine
Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
HCM magazine
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
When a hefty round of investment coincided with the pandemic, the CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs feared the company – founded by his grandfather – would go down on his watch. He talks to Kath Hudson about the pressure to keep the business afloat
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Introducing the Schwinn Z Bike: where innovation meets performance
In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of innovation. Now, we proudly present the Schwinn Z Bike, the culmination of our legacy of excellence.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: FIBO Global Fitness
FIBO pursues the vision of a strong and healthy society and as a global network ...
Company profiles
Company profile: TechnoAlpin
TechnoAlpin is the world leader for snowmaking systems. Our product portfolio includes all different types ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
CoverMe Ltd press release: Roehampton Club raises the bar for class cover with CoverMe
Roehampton Club is an exclusive club in south London catering for 5,000 members, which prides itself on delivering exceptional fitness experiences.
Featured press releases
ABC Trainerize press release: New ABC Trainerize Webinar: How to earn more with clients and members you already have
ABC Trainerize, a leading software platform for the fitness industry, recently ran a webinar for studio and gym owners on how to increase gym revenue with Gym Launch CEO, Cale Owen.
Directory
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
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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