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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

Raw news

Six Senses Kyoto opens its doors today, marking the eco-luxury hotel and spa operator’s entry
Luxury lakeside retreat The Ritz-Carlton-Reynolds, Lake Oconee in Georgia, US, is gearing up to unveil
Europe’s first Evian Spa has opened at the five-star Hôtel Royal in Evian-les-Bains, France –
It's safe to say that technology is transforming every sector, and the spa, wellness and
Spa and wellness brand, Gaia Skincare, has announced it’s collaborating with another four spa partners
Will Orr, CEO of The Gym Group, has revealed the company’s full-year results for 2023,
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
New legislation will change the way health clubs in the UK manage their membership process,
Sri Lankan retreat brand Santani Wellness Resorts has joined forces with the Oman Tourism Development
The ancient art of aufguss will be celebrated this April with the Second UK Aufguss
Oman’s Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning (MoHUP) has revealed plans for an ambitious high-altitude
A new three-floor Espa spa has opened in Tbilisi – the capital city of Georgia
As Third Space unveiled its latest club in Wimbledon at the end of 2023 as
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Rural countryside retreat Dormy House in the Cotswolds, UK, has reopened its House Spa to
Wellness industry figure and CEO of Salt Chamber, Leo Tonkin, has launched a podcast to
Voya has expanded its aromatherapy portfolio with three new essential oils; Lift, Rest and Zest.
Immersive entertainment specialists, Layered Reality, is creating a tribute to Elvis Presley featuring a concert
Tapping into the growing interest in cold water immersion, Emperor Ice Baths has created what
The Little Nell, a five-star Relais & Chateaux hotel in Aspen, Colorado, has breathed new
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
In the latest issue of Spa Business, Jeremy McCarthy explores what it takes to create
Luxury resort and casino Fontainebleau Las Vegas has unveiled its two-floor wellness retreat complete with
Equinox has appointed a Health Advisory Board of medical experts and academics to 'define new
The first edition of the Wellness Hospitality Conference (WHC), co-organised by Teamwork Hospitality and InSpaTime,
In 2024, industry event Arnold Classic UK and Italian fitness and bodybuilding Panatta will take
Luxury hotel and spa operator Mandarin Oriental’s second London hotel will launch next January with
The second W3FIT event took place in Croatia recently, drawing buyers and suppliers together from
The Exercise for Health Summit (EfHS), organised by EuropeActive, kicked off today at the Melia
Five-star Tuscan retreat Castelfalfi has celebrated the relaunch of its spa with a partnership with
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has honoured legendary gymnast Simone Biles with the 2023 Debra
The rapid advance of technology in all areas of life is putting societies in flux,
Italian spa and wellness equipment supplier Lemi Group has unveiled the new Milano treatment bed,
As cryotherapy takes the world by storm, founder of CET CryoSpas Colin Edgar shares his
Kintsugi, a new private wellness club concept, will launch its flagship destination on Abu Dhabi’s
Global cosmetics and beauty conglomerate L’Oréal Group has parted ways with spa and beauty brand
Plans to create a visitor attraction at Trossachs Pier in the Scottish highlands have been
Las Vegas is set to gain a major new wellness facility by the end of
Spa, leisure and hospitality figure Stuart Angus has been tasked with the strategic growth of
A new Miraval Resorts & Spas wellness destination has opened in San Diego, California, within
The board of Planet Fitness has ousted Chris Rondeau from his role as CEO, effective
A new immersive experiential attraction is being planned for the famous Oxford Street in the
Center Parcs is conducting a £6.5 million (US$7.8 million, €7.5 million) spa remodel at its
12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
We saw a 58 per cent growth in companies launching one of our schemes from 2022 to 2023, which demonstrates prioritisation of employee health and wellbeing
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D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
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University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
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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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
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HCM magazine
Everyone's talking about
Property experts say it’s a golden moment for health and fitness operators to secure leases, as the sector has come through the pandemic with its reputation largely intact and clubs are seen as desirable anchor tenants. Kath Hudson finds out why landlords want to talk
HCM magazine
Editor's letter
New laws are about to come into force that will oblige health club operators to offer consumers better membership terms. It will be disruptive, but tackled well, will change the sector for the better
HCM magazine
Life lessons
Remember when there was mass hostility about London hosting the 2012 Olympics? Huw Edwards, CEO of UK Active, was there. He talks to Kath Hudson about the lessons he learned
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
HCM People

Esther Fairfax

Founder, The Lotte Berk Foundation
My mother was the first person to take dance and create an exercise programme out of it
HCM magazine
Recovery
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
HCM magazine
Debate
Although there’s much talk about working with health services, research from SLC suggests there’s much work to do before the sector is ready for the challenge. Kath Hudson asks the experts to identify barriers and solutions
HCM magazine
Specifier
You might be tempted to skip a service, but experts say it will cost you in the long run. Providers tell Steph Eaves why they their work is important to the management of assets
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
Industry suppliers are responding to the exponential increase in consumer demand for strength training with a raft of new and innovative launches and concepts, as Steph Eaves reports
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
I would say those results, along with the team’s total lack of complacency – their desire to keep improving – have been the two big highlights of my first year
HCM magazine
As more people join clubs to support their mental health, fitness professionals need to be empowered to take a holistic approach. Kath Hudson shares useful tools discussed at the ACE summit on mental health
HCM magazine
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
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
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Webinar: Building a new energy future for the leisure sector
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs.
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Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
Company profiles
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Absolute Performance was established in 2008 by Tony and Sian Buchanan and has a wealth ...
Company profiles
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Power Plate is owned, manufactured and distributed by Northbrook, Ill.- based Performance Health Systems LLC, ...
Supplier Showcase
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Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: ‘FAB’ freebies for Barnet carers!
Being a carer – whether that’s looking after a young person, a senior citizen or someone with a long-term illness or disability – can be rewarding but stressful at times. These responsibilities may also limit the carer’s ability to find paid employment.
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Directory
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
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
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

Raw news

Six Senses Kyoto opens its doors today, marking the eco-luxury hotel and spa operator’s entry
Luxury lakeside retreat The Ritz-Carlton-Reynolds, Lake Oconee in Georgia, US, is gearing up to unveil
Europe’s first Evian Spa has opened at the five-star Hôtel Royal in Evian-les-Bains, France –
It's safe to say that technology is transforming every sector, and the spa, wellness and
Spa and wellness brand, Gaia Skincare, has announced it’s collaborating with another four spa partners
Will Orr, CEO of The Gym Group, has revealed the company’s full-year results for 2023,
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
New legislation will change the way health clubs in the UK manage their membership process,
Sri Lankan retreat brand Santani Wellness Resorts has joined forces with the Oman Tourism Development
The ancient art of aufguss will be celebrated this April with the Second UK Aufguss
Oman’s Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning (MoHUP) has revealed plans for an ambitious high-altitude
A new three-floor Espa spa has opened in Tbilisi – the capital city of Georgia
As Third Space unveiled its latest club in Wimbledon at the end of 2023 as
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Rural countryside retreat Dormy House in the Cotswolds, UK, has reopened its House Spa to
Wellness industry figure and CEO of Salt Chamber, Leo Tonkin, has launched a podcast to
Voya has expanded its aromatherapy portfolio with three new essential oils; Lift, Rest and Zest.
Immersive entertainment specialists, Layered Reality, is creating a tribute to Elvis Presley featuring a concert
Tapping into the growing interest in cold water immersion, Emperor Ice Baths has created what
The Little Nell, a five-star Relais & Chateaux hotel in Aspen, Colorado, has breathed new
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
In the latest issue of Spa Business, Jeremy McCarthy explores what it takes to create
Luxury resort and casino Fontainebleau Las Vegas has unveiled its two-floor wellness retreat complete with
Equinox has appointed a Health Advisory Board of medical experts and academics to 'define new
The first edition of the Wellness Hospitality Conference (WHC), co-organised by Teamwork Hospitality and InSpaTime,
In 2024, industry event Arnold Classic UK and Italian fitness and bodybuilding Panatta will take
Luxury hotel and spa operator Mandarin Oriental’s second London hotel will launch next January with
The second W3FIT event took place in Croatia recently, drawing buyers and suppliers together from
The Exercise for Health Summit (EfHS), organised by EuropeActive, kicked off today at the Melia
Five-star Tuscan retreat Castelfalfi has celebrated the relaunch of its spa with a partnership with
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has honoured legendary gymnast Simone Biles with the 2023 Debra
The rapid advance of technology in all areas of life is putting societies in flux,
Italian spa and wellness equipment supplier Lemi Group has unveiled the new Milano treatment bed,
As cryotherapy takes the world by storm, founder of CET CryoSpas Colin Edgar shares his
Kintsugi, a new private wellness club concept, will launch its flagship destination on Abu Dhabi’s
Global cosmetics and beauty conglomerate L’Oréal Group has parted ways with spa and beauty brand
Plans to create a visitor attraction at Trossachs Pier in the Scottish highlands have been
Las Vegas is set to gain a major new wellness facility by the end of
Spa, leisure and hospitality figure Stuart Angus has been tasked with the strategic growth of
A new Miraval Resorts & Spas wellness destination has opened in San Diego, California, within
The board of Planet Fitness has ousted Chris Rondeau from his role as CEO, effective
A new immersive experiential attraction is being planned for the famous Oxford Street in the
Center Parcs is conducting a £6.5 million (US$7.8 million, €7.5 million) spa remodel at its
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
We saw a 58 per cent growth in companies launching one of our schemes from 2022 to 2023, which demonstrates prioritisation of employee health and wellbeing
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
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
Industry suppliers are responding to the exponential increase in consumer demand for strength training with a raft of new and innovative launches and concepts, as Steph Eaves reports
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
I would say those results, along with the team’s total lack of complacency – their desire to keep improving – have been the two big highlights of my first year
HCM magazine
As more people join clubs to support their mental health, fitness professionals need to be empowered to take a holistic approach. Kath Hudson shares useful tools discussed at the ACE summit on mental health
HCM magazine
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
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
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Webinar: Building a new energy future for the leisure sector
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Study Active acquires Premier Global name and select branding assets
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
Company profiles
Company profile: Absolute Performance
Absolute Performance was established in 2008 by Tony and Sian Buchanan and has a wealth ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Power Plate
Power Plate is owned, manufactured and distributed by Northbrook, Ill.- based Performance Health Systems LLC, ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: ‘FAB’ freebies for Barnet carers!
Being a carer – whether that’s looking after a young person, a senior citizen or someone with a long-term illness or disability – can be rewarding but stressful at times. These responsibilities may also limit the carer’s ability to find paid employment.
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Directory
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
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
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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