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Saudi Arabia news

First look: Miraval opens on the Red Sea in Saudi Arabia
Miraval The Red Sea has opened on Shura Island in Saudi Arabia as part of
Global wellness real estate market is worth US$876 billion, says GWI
The wellness real estate market remains the fastest-growing wellness sector, according to new research by
SLS Barcelona debuts cenote-inspired pool at new Halcyon Spa
The urban marina-front resort, SLS Barcelona, has revealed its Halcyon Spa at Port Fòrum in
US, China, Germany and Japan have the world’s largest wellness markets
The US, China, Germany, Japan and the UK have the top five largest wellness markets
Lindsay Madden-Nadeau gives update on the opening of Red Sea Global’s wellness destination Amaala
Real estate developer Red Sea Global will hand over the first set of hotels to
RLA Global’s Mid-Year Wellness Real Estate Report finds membership revenues are driving growth in wellness hotels
RLA Global finds wellness hotels are demonstrating unexpected stability amid economic pressure, according to the
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
PROMOTION
Reaching the people most gyms miss: Bedford Gym & Swim Campaign delivers 410 new members
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
More featured supplier news
Purpose Brands takes Anytime Fitness to Saudi Arabia
Purpose Brands has announced the signing of a master franchise agreement with ABFit to take
Milestone moment for low-cost operator, PureGym, as it opens its 700th site
PureGym has achieved a milestone with the launch of its 700th gym, in West Yorkshire.
The HFA’s annual report shows the global fitness industry is resilient and poised for growth
The 2025 HFA Global Report, which looked at almost 30 markets, shows that around the
Aromatherapy Associates expands global footprint with partnerships across EMEA region
Aromatherapy Associates has entered the Saudi Arabian market and partnered with four spas across the
Gymnation celebrates the launch of its biggest health club and launches ice workout
Middle East operator, Gymnation, has opened its largest club to date in Riyadh's Qurtubah district,
Miraval reveals details of its first property outside the US, on the Red Sea in Saudi Arabia
US resort spa operator, Miraval, has announced it will open its first property outside the
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
PROMOTION
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
More featured supplier news
Even Hotels – one of the first wellness hospitality concepts – will open in Saudi Arabia in 2029
IHG has signed an agreement to open the Even Hotel Dammam in Saudi Arabia, the
In2Fitness reveals plans for 25 more locations in Saudi Arabia
After a year expanding into new territories, In2Fitness is planning to open a further 25
Gymnation research suggests the Middle East is ripe for low cost gym growth
Fitness participation rates in the United Arab Emirates and Kingdom Saudi Arabia are growing faster
GWI: Saudi Arabia emerges as MENA’s second-largest wellness market with $19.8bn valuation
Saudi Arabia’s wellness economy has been valued at US$19.8 billion in a new report by
Red Sea Global’s pearl-inspired Shebara resort opening this month, promising ‘escape into nature and wellness’
Reservations are now open for stays at Shebara – a hyper-luxury resort and nature-inspired spa
PureGym gets a strong foothold in US, following Blink Fitness acquisition success
It has been confirmed that PureGym is the winning bidder in the auction for US
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
PROMOTION
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
More featured supplier news
Insight from Health and Fitness Association shows a resilient sector and predicts growth
The Health and Fitness Association’s new 2024 HFA Global Report shows that despite ongoing macro-economic
Levant Capital takes a majority stake in Warehouse Gym – plans 20 more sites
Private equity firm, Levant Capital, has taken a majority stake in UAE-based premium operator, Warehouse
PureGym makes $105 million bid for Blink Fitness
PureGym is making a bid for the majority of the assets of Blink Fitness, which
PureGym’s Saudi franchise network is ramping up growth
Susan Turner, CEO of PureGym Middle East, has told HCM the company is extending its
John Foy joins IN2 Fitness as it ramps up growth in Saudi Arabia
John Foy has been appointed operations director for Saudi Arabian operator, IN2 Fitness. Foy has
Exclusive: Yuki Kiyono goes behind the scenes of Aman’s social wellness brand Janu
Luxury hotel brand Aman, widely known for its strong spa focus, has just launched its
Marriott to realise Ritz-Carlton Reserve at Trojena, the Mountains of Neom
Marriott International has signed a new deal with Neom to open a Ritz-Carlton Reserve property
PROMOTION
Elevate your spa business: master global standards and thrive in Saudi Arabia's tourism boom
Discover how to prepare your spa or wellness facility for the influx of international guests
Global summit will bring together industry leaders in health, fitness and wellness
Global publishing outfit, Leisure Media, has announced details of its new annual conference for decision-makers
Equinox announces new Health Advisory Board to elevate its programmes
Equinox has appointed a Health Advisory Board of medical experts and academics to 'define new
PureGym ramps up expansion after strong quarterly results
PureGym has delivered a positive set of third quarter results, with revenues increasing to £137.7m,
Clinique La Prairie's urban Longevity Hub concept launching in Taipei this November
Clinique La Prairie (CLP) is preparing for the imminent opening of its fourth global Longevity
Chiva-Som sister-brand Jayasom to focus on tech and target younger generation
Destination wellness operator and Chiva-Som sister brand Jayasom plans to launch in Saudi Arabia, Europe,
PureGym sees member sign-ups, revenues, EBITDA profits grow and losses reduce as it gears up for refinancing in 2025
PureGym added 190,000 new members in the first half of 2023 when compared with H1
PROMOTION
Brawn appoints Lucian Weston to further strengthen senior leadership team
Brawn – the only connected community lifting app designed for lifters and strength trainers within
World's first Play-Doh attractions to be built in Saudi Arabia by Thinkwell and Seven
Saudi Entertainment Ventures (Seven) has revealed plans to develop and operate the world’s first Play-Doh
Jayasom partners with Amaala to unveil multigenerational health resort in Saudi Arabia
Destination wellness resort operator Jayasom has revealed plans to deliver an integrative multigenerational health resort
Pure Gym launches first club in Dubai and plans second opening next week
Pure Gym Arabia, the franchise partner of Pure Gym Group in the Middle East, has
SEVEN to open world’s first indoor Discovery Adventures centres in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Entertainment Ventures (SEVEN) has signed an exclusive partnership agreement with Warner Bros. Discovery to
SEVEN to invest US$13bn in developing entertainment destinations across Saudi Arabia
Saudi Entertainment Ventures (SEVEN), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Kingdom's Public Investment Fund (PIF), is
Armah Sports launches luxury Optimo health club brand in Riyadh
The first luxury health club from Armah Sports, Optimo, has opened in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Pure Gym signs deal for 130 gyms across MENA by 2027 and flags Egypt as its next target market
Pure Gym says it will open over 20 gyms across the UAE, with the first
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
12,300
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

Technogym – Destination fitness

SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
HCM promotional features
Sponsored

BLK BOX – Reshaping strength

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

Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
HCM promotional features
Sponsored

Power Plate – Closing the gender gap

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

Epassi – Going corporate

Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
HCM promotional features
Sponsored

Progress that counts

EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Promotion

Power Plate

Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company
HCM promotional features
Sponsored

Technogym – Salus House

New launch, Salus House, elevates boutique wellness with high service levels and a partnership with Technogym
HCM promotional features
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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
HCM magazine
Talking point

Everyone's talking about ... market penetration

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…
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Insight

Class of 2035

Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
HCM magazine
HCM People

Phillip Mills

CEO, Les Mills
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
HCM magazine
Specifier

Strong foundations

Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
HCM magazine
Insight

Value and identity

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
Research

Record highs

Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jamie Clements

The Breath Coach
“I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid”
HCM magazine
Strength

Show of force

Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
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
Interview

Muir Gray

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
Research

State of being

Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
Life Lessons

Rasmus Ingerslev

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
Research

Shifting the trajectory

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
Editor's letter

True worth

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
Talking point

Everyone's talking about ... filming in gyms

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
Editor's letter

Intensity model

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
Interview

Harry Konstantinou

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
More HCM features
Read the latest issue
Connect with Health Club Management
Connect with Health Club Management
Read the digital edition Download as PDF View contents Print subscription Free digital edition
Opinion
promotion
Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
“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: Elevate 2026 to mark 10-year anniversary with biggest ever waterfront drinks reception
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.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Supporting long-term health: why whole body vibration belongs in clinical settings
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.
More featured supplier news
Company profiles
Company profile: Ziva Strength
Ziva Strength
Ziva is an elite-performance fitness brand that designs, manufactures, delivers, and services premium resistance training, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Perfect Gym Solutions S.A.
Perfect Gym Solutions S.A.
Perfect Gym, part of the Sport Alliance group, is a global software provider specialising in ...
more company profiles
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Art of Cryo: Art of Cryo is the manufacturer for high performance cryo chambers with more than 30 years of experience in the field of -110°C electrical solutions - Made in Germany. Art of Cryo
Cariitti : TAIVE sauna product line provides complete solutions for sauna interiors. Cariitti
Barr+Wray: With 50 years experience B+W are the UK’s leading provider of Spa Engineering solutions and ideas for water and thermal experiences. Barr+Wray
More catalogues
Featured press releases
Dyaco International press release: How i-Strength redefines strength training
Dyaco International: How i-Strength redefines strength training
For decades, strength training equipment at commercial fitness facilities has remained virtually unchanged: rows of pin-selected weight stacks, heavy plates, and racks of dumbbells. i-Strength is here to change the game with its adaptive strength training system.
Featured press releases
ukactive press release: UK Active launches next phase of Digital Futures to support digital maturity across the physical activity sector
ukactive: UK Active launches next phase of Digital Futures to support digital maturity across the physical activity sector
UK Active has announced the next phase of its Digital Futures programme, supporting organisations across the physical activity sector to develop their digital capability.
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Directory
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
full directory
Property & Tenders
Padel Tennis Lease Opportunity
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Greenwood Family Theme Park for sale
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
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Diary dates
21-24 Sep 2026
W3Fit North America
The Langham Huntington Pasadena , Pasadena, United States
Diary dates
06-08 Oct 2026
Interbad
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
22-22 Oct 2026
HCM Summit 2026
QEII Conference Centre, London,
Diary dates
26-29 Oct 2027
FSB Cologne
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
Diary dates
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Saudi Arabia news

First look: Miraval opens on the Red Sea in Saudi Arabia
Miraval The Red Sea has opened on Shura Island in Saudi Arabia as part of
Global wellness real estate market is worth US$876 billion, says GWI
The wellness real estate market remains the fastest-growing wellness sector, according to new research by
SLS Barcelona debuts cenote-inspired pool at new Halcyon Spa
The urban marina-front resort, SLS Barcelona, has revealed its Halcyon Spa at Port Fòrum in
US, China, Germany and Japan have the world’s largest wellness markets
The US, China, Germany, Japan and the UK have the top five largest wellness markets
Lindsay Madden-Nadeau gives update on the opening of Red Sea Global’s wellness destination Amaala
Real estate developer Red Sea Global will hand over the first set of hotels to
RLA Global’s Mid-Year Wellness Real Estate Report finds membership revenues are driving growth in wellness hotels
RLA Global finds wellness hotels are demonstrating unexpected stability amid economic pressure, according to the
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
PROMOTION
Reaching the people most gyms miss: Bedford Gym & Swim Campaign delivers 410 new members
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
More featured supplier news
Purpose Brands takes Anytime Fitness to Saudi Arabia
Purpose Brands has announced the signing of a master franchise agreement with ABFit to take
Milestone moment for low-cost operator, PureGym, as it opens its 700th site
PureGym has achieved a milestone with the launch of its 700th gym, in West Yorkshire.
The HFA’s annual report shows the global fitness industry is resilient and poised for growth
The 2025 HFA Global Report, which looked at almost 30 markets, shows that around the
Aromatherapy Associates expands global footprint with partnerships across EMEA region
Aromatherapy Associates has entered the Saudi Arabian market and partnered with four spas across the
Gymnation celebrates the launch of its biggest health club and launches ice workout
Middle East operator, Gymnation, has opened its largest club to date in Riyadh's Qurtubah district,
Miraval reveals details of its first property outside the US, on the Red Sea in Saudi Arabia
US resort spa operator, Miraval, has announced it will open its first property outside the
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
PROMOTION
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
More featured supplier news
Even Hotels – one of the first wellness hospitality concepts – will open in Saudi Arabia in 2029
IHG has signed an agreement to open the Even Hotel Dammam in Saudi Arabia, the
In2Fitness reveals plans for 25 more locations in Saudi Arabia
After a year expanding into new territories, In2Fitness is planning to open a further 25
Gymnation research suggests the Middle East is ripe for low cost gym growth
Fitness participation rates in the United Arab Emirates and Kingdom Saudi Arabia are growing faster
GWI: Saudi Arabia emerges as MENA’s second-largest wellness market with $19.8bn valuation
Saudi Arabia’s wellness economy has been valued at US$19.8 billion in a new report by
Red Sea Global’s pearl-inspired Shebara resort opening this month, promising ‘escape into nature and wellness’
Reservations are now open for stays at Shebara – a hyper-luxury resort and nature-inspired spa
PureGym gets a strong foothold in US, following Blink Fitness acquisition success
It has been confirmed that PureGym is the winning bidder in the auction for US
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
PROMOTION
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
More featured supplier news
Insight from Health and Fitness Association shows a resilient sector and predicts growth
The Health and Fitness Association’s new 2024 HFA Global Report shows that despite ongoing macro-economic
Levant Capital takes a majority stake in Warehouse Gym – plans 20 more sites
Private equity firm, Levant Capital, has taken a majority stake in UAE-based premium operator, Warehouse
PureGym makes $105 million bid for Blink Fitness
PureGym is making a bid for the majority of the assets of Blink Fitness, which
PureGym’s Saudi franchise network is ramping up growth
Susan Turner, CEO of PureGym Middle East, has told HCM the company is extending its
John Foy joins IN2 Fitness as it ramps up growth in Saudi Arabia
John Foy has been appointed operations director for Saudi Arabian operator, IN2 Fitness. Foy has
Exclusive: Yuki Kiyono goes behind the scenes of Aman’s social wellness brand Janu
Luxury hotel brand Aman, widely known for its strong spa focus, has just launched its
Marriott to realise Ritz-Carlton Reserve at Trojena, the Mountains of Neom
Marriott International has signed a new deal with Neom to open a Ritz-Carlton Reserve property
PROMOTION
Elevate your spa business: master global standards and thrive in Saudi Arabia's tourism boom
Discover how to prepare your spa or wellness facility for the influx of international guests
Global summit will bring together industry leaders in health, fitness and wellness
Global publishing outfit, Leisure Media, has announced details of its new annual conference for decision-makers
Equinox announces new Health Advisory Board to elevate its programmes
Equinox has appointed a Health Advisory Board of medical experts and academics to 'define new
PureGym ramps up expansion after strong quarterly results
PureGym has delivered a positive set of third quarter results, with revenues increasing to £137.7m,
Clinique La Prairie's urban Longevity Hub concept launching in Taipei this November
Clinique La Prairie (CLP) is preparing for the imminent opening of its fourth global Longevity
Chiva-Som sister-brand Jayasom to focus on tech and target younger generation
Destination wellness operator and Chiva-Som sister brand Jayasom plans to launch in Saudi Arabia, Europe,
PureGym sees member sign-ups, revenues, EBITDA profits grow and losses reduce as it gears up for refinancing in 2025
PureGym added 190,000 new members in the first half of 2023 when compared with H1
PROMOTION
Brawn appoints Lucian Weston to further strengthen senior leadership team
Brawn – the only connected community lifting app designed for lifters and strength trainers within
World's first Play-Doh attractions to be built in Saudi Arabia by Thinkwell and Seven
Saudi Entertainment Ventures (Seven) has revealed plans to develop and operate the world’s first Play-Doh
Jayasom partners with Amaala to unveil multigenerational health resort in Saudi Arabia
Destination wellness resort operator Jayasom has revealed plans to deliver an integrative multigenerational health resort
Pure Gym launches first club in Dubai and plans second opening next week
Pure Gym Arabia, the franchise partner of Pure Gym Group in the Middle East, has
SEVEN to open world’s first indoor Discovery Adventures centres in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Entertainment Ventures (SEVEN) has signed an exclusive partnership agreement with Warner Bros. Discovery to
SEVEN to invest US$13bn in developing entertainment destinations across Saudi Arabia
Saudi Entertainment Ventures (SEVEN), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Kingdom's Public Investment Fund (PIF), is
Armah Sports launches luxury Optimo health club brand in Riyadh
The first luxury health club from Armah Sports, Optimo, has opened in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Pure Gym signs deal for 130 gyms across MENA by 2027 and flags Egypt as its next target market
Pure Gym says it will open over 20 gyms across the UAE, with the first
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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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Technogym – Destination fitness

SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
HCM promotional features
Sponsored

BLK BOX – Reshaping strength

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

Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
HCM promotional features
Sponsored

Power Plate – Closing the gender gap

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
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Epassi – Going corporate

Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
HCM promotional features
Sponsored

Progress that counts

EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Promotion

Power Plate

Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company
HCM promotional features
Sponsored

Technogym – Salus House

New launch, Salus House, elevates boutique wellness with high service levels and a partnership with Technogym
HCM promotional features
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HCM People

Jamie Clements

The Breath Coach
“I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid”
HCM magazine
Strength

Show of force

Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
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
Interview

Muir Gray

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
Research

State of being

Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
Life Lessons

Rasmus Ingerslev

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
Research

Shifting the trajectory

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
Editor's letter

True worth

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
Talking point

Everyone's talking about ... filming in gyms

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
Editor's letter

Intensity model

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
Interview

Harry Konstantinou

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
More HCM features
Read the latest issue
Connect with Health Club Management
Connect with Health Club Management
Read the digital edition Download as PDF View contents Print subscription Free digital edition
Opinion
promotion
Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
“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: Elevate 2026 to mark 10-year anniversary with biggest ever waterfront drinks reception
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.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Supporting long-term health: why whole body vibration belongs in clinical settings
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.
More featured supplier news
Company profiles
Company profile: Ziva Strength
Ziva Strength
Ziva is an elite-performance fitness brand that designs, manufactures, delivers, and services premium resistance training, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Perfect Gym Solutions S.A.
Perfect Gym Solutions S.A.
Perfect Gym, part of the Sport Alliance group, is a global software provider specialising in ...
more company profiles
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Art of Cryo: Art of Cryo is the manufacturer for high performance cryo chambers with more than 30 years of experience in the field of -110°C electrical solutions - Made in Germany. Art of Cryo
Cariitti : TAIVE sauna product line provides complete solutions for sauna interiors. Cariitti
Barr+Wray: With 50 years experience B+W are the UK’s leading provider of Spa Engineering solutions and ideas for water and thermal experiences. Barr+Wray
More catalogues
Featured press releases
Dyaco International press release: How i-Strength redefines strength training
Dyaco International: How i-Strength redefines strength training
For decades, strength training equipment at commercial fitness facilities has remained virtually unchanged: rows of pin-selected weight stacks, heavy plates, and racks of dumbbells. i-Strength is here to change the game with its adaptive strength training system.
Featured press releases
ukactive press release: UK Active launches next phase of Digital Futures to support digital maturity across the physical activity sector
ukactive: UK Active launches next phase of Digital Futures to support digital maturity across the physical activity sector
UK Active has announced the next phase of its Digital Futures programme, supporting organisations across the physical activity sector to develop their digital capability.
More
Directory
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
full directory
Property & Tenders
Padel Tennis Lease Opportunity
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Greenwood Family Theme Park for sale
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
Property & Tenders
More properties & tenders
Diary dates
21-24 Sep 2026
W3Fit North America
The Langham Huntington Pasadena , Pasadena, United States
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