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Sport and Recreation Alliance news

The much-anticipated UK government’s Spending Review (SR) 2025 was delivered yesterday (11 June), which sets
The National Sector Partners Group (NSPG) has written to the Prime Minister ahead of the
Physical participation figures are the highest ever, but inequalities remain with the same groups still
The national governing body for group exercise in the UK – EMD UK (Exercise, Movement
BBC news reader and star of Strictly Come Dancing, Angela Rippon, has launched a UK
Chanchellor, Rachel Reeves, talked about fixing the NHS and rebuilding Britain in the budget, but
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Sport and physical activity creates annual savings of £10.5 billion for the NHS and social
Sector leaders in the UK have collaborated to create the Physical Activity Leadership Network that
The UK's National Sector Partners Group (NSP) has called on the new government to pledge
More than 200 organisations and athletes in the UK have signed an open letter to
The UK is at the bottom of the pile when it comes to investing in
In an announcement made today in advance of tomorrow's Spring Budget (15 March), the UK
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
Celebrating its milestone fifth anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of
The government’s energy relief for swimming pools, leisure centres and gyms is scheduled to end
Lucy Frazer has replaced Michelle Donelan as culture secretary at the UK's newly-named Department for
The damaging effect of the energy crisis due to government inaction and the impact on
A number of UK local authorities and their leisure management partners are in crisis due
A coalition of leading organisations across the physical activity sector has called for radical reform
How can organisations, including health club and leisure businesses, decarbonise, generate clean energy and harness
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
The health, fitness and activity sector is ramping up its sustainability drive to net-zero with
There is "incredible resilience" in the sports and physical activity sector – but the industry
The Sport and Recreation Alliance (SRA) has published its new four-year strategy, outlining its vision
More than 100 sport and physical activity bodies have sent a letter to UK Prime
The sport and physical activity sector "hasn't done enough" to tackle persisting inequalities within the
The UK government has launched a "major effort" to tackle loneliness and social isolation during
Business rates in England will be abolished for one year for firms in the leisure
Representatives from the three main political parties have backed the view that physical activity has
The Sport and Recreation Alliance and ukactive will host sport and physical activity hustings with
A new interactive map charting physical activity among children in England reveals that more than
The Sport and Recreation Alliance (SRA) has named Lisa Wainwright as its new CEO. Wainwright
Emma Boggis, chief executive of the Sport and Recreation Alliance (SRA), will step down from
The Sport and Recreation Alliance (SRA) has launched a petition calling on politicians of all
Sports clubs across England continue to grow – with the number of playing members and
The Sport and Recreation Alliance (SRA) has launched a campaign to make physical activity a
The 2018 Sport Summit, in association with Howden,will mark the official launch of the Sport
The latest chapter of the government’s Childhood Obesity Plan – published this week – has
The government’s new Integrated Communities Strategy Green Paper could present a funding opportunity for the
The Sport and Recreation Alliance (SRA) is encouraging the sports sector to engage in a
Two leading authorities from the world of sport have had their say on the state
A progress report on the government’s Sporting Future strategy has been overshadowed by the omission
Sports stars from minority backgrounds hold the key to sporting success in the UK, according
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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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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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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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Active IQ is calling for greater accountability in online fitness advice with the launch of a new trustmark
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New launch, Salus House, elevates boutique wellness with high service levels and a partnership with Technogym
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Talking point
UK market penetration has risen to 18 per cent – one of the highest globally, yet with 100 per cent of people seeing benefits when they exercise, how high could it go? Kath Hudson asks the experts…
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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
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Insight
Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
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Specifier
Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
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Editor's letter
New insight from Deloitte and Grant Thornton shows record growth, but the real shift is towards identity and perceived value, revealing opportunities to deepen engagement with members
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Insight
Record market penetration in the UK fitness sector masks a deeper shift around consumer engagement, according to a report from Grant Thornton and UK Active, as Liz Terry reports
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Research
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
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Stephen Price

Founder, SP&Co Group
Working in public health over the last few years has lit up parts of my brain again
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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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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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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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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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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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Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
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I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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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
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School assemblies and water safety messages as part of swim lessons.   The UK's largest public pools and swim school operator, GLL, is providing timely activities during Drowning Prevention Week (13-20 June 2026) to raise awareness of water safety ahead of kids breaking up for the summer holidays.
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Sport and Recreation Alliance news

The much-anticipated UK government’s Spending Review (SR) 2025 was delivered yesterday (11 June), which sets
The National Sector Partners Group (NSPG) has written to the Prime Minister ahead of the
Physical participation figures are the highest ever, but inequalities remain with the same groups still
The national governing body for group exercise in the UK – EMD UK (Exercise, Movement
BBC news reader and star of Strictly Come Dancing, Angela Rippon, has launched a UK
Chanchellor, Rachel Reeves, talked about fixing the NHS and rebuilding Britain in the budget, but
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Sport and physical activity creates annual savings of £10.5 billion for the NHS and social
Sector leaders in the UK have collaborated to create the Physical Activity Leadership Network that
The UK's National Sector Partners Group (NSP) has called on the new government to pledge
More than 200 organisations and athletes in the UK have signed an open letter to
The UK is at the bottom of the pile when it comes to investing in
In an announcement made today in advance of tomorrow's Spring Budget (15 March), the UK
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
Celebrating its milestone fifth anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of
The government’s energy relief for swimming pools, leisure centres and gyms is scheduled to end
Lucy Frazer has replaced Michelle Donelan as culture secretary at the UK's newly-named Department for
The damaging effect of the energy crisis due to government inaction and the impact on
A number of UK local authorities and their leisure management partners are in crisis due
A coalition of leading organisations across the physical activity sector has called for radical reform
How can organisations, including health club and leisure businesses, decarbonise, generate clean energy and harness
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
The health, fitness and activity sector is ramping up its sustainability drive to net-zero with
There is "incredible resilience" in the sports and physical activity sector – but the industry
The Sport and Recreation Alliance (SRA) has published its new four-year strategy, outlining its vision
More than 100 sport and physical activity bodies have sent a letter to UK Prime
The sport and physical activity sector "hasn't done enough" to tackle persisting inequalities within the
The UK government has launched a "major effort" to tackle loneliness and social isolation during
Business rates in England will be abolished for one year for firms in the leisure
Representatives from the three main political parties have backed the view that physical activity has
The Sport and Recreation Alliance and ukactive will host sport and physical activity hustings with
A new interactive map charting physical activity among children in England reveals that more than
The Sport and Recreation Alliance (SRA) has named Lisa Wainwright as its new CEO. Wainwright
Emma Boggis, chief executive of the Sport and Recreation Alliance (SRA), will step down from
The Sport and Recreation Alliance (SRA) has launched a petition calling on politicians of all
Sports clubs across England continue to grow – with the number of playing members and
The Sport and Recreation Alliance (SRA) has launched a campaign to make physical activity a
The 2018 Sport Summit, in association with Howden,will mark the official launch of the Sport
The latest chapter of the government’s Childhood Obesity Plan – published this week – has
The government’s new Integrated Communities Strategy Green Paper could present a funding opportunity for the
The Sport and Recreation Alliance (SRA) is encouraging the sports sector to engage in a
Two leading authorities from the world of sport have had their say on the state
A progress report on the government’s Sporting Future strategy has been overshadowed by the omission
Sports stars from minority backgrounds hold the key to sporting success in the UK, according
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HCM promotional features
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Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Greg Bradley looks at the shift towards strength training in gyms and advises on how operators can create the ultimate training environment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Active IQ is calling for greater accountability in online fitness advice with the launch of a new trustmark
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
New launch, Salus House, elevates boutique wellness with high service levels and a partnership with Technogym
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
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
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
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
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
If the health service is to survive, we must recognise that it is a disease service – and that wellbeing rests with us, says the activity advocate and healthy ageing champion. He talks to Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
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
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
HCM magazine
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
HCM magazine
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
HCM magazine
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
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: 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.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: 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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Ziva Strength
Ziva is an elite-performance fitness brand that designs, manufactures, delivers, and services premium resistance training, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Gharieni Group
With a presence in 140+ countries, Gharieni is trusted by the world’s most prestigious professional ...
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 global data reveals the building blocks of consistent exercise habits
A major new report from Myzone, the global leader in motivation technology for fitness, reveals how motivation becomes habit and how that transformation drives member retention and long-term business growth.
Featured press releases
GLL press release: GLL highlights the importance of drowning prevention to kids nationally as summer holidays near
School assemblies and water safety messages as part of swim lessons.   The UK's largest public pools and swim school operator, GLL, is providing timely activities during Drowning Prevention Week (13-20 June 2026) to raise awareness of water safety ahead of kids breaking up for the summer holidays.
Directory
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
13-13 Jun 2026
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
21-24 Sep 2026
The Langham Huntington Pasadena , Pasadena, United States
Diary dates
06-08 Oct 2026
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
22-22 Oct 2026
QEII Conference Centre, London,
Diary dates
26-29 Oct 2027
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
Diary dates
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