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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

Sporta news

Oman’s Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning (MoHUP) has revealed plans for an ambitious high-altitude
Universal Studios is assessing the feasibility of opening its first European resort in the UK,
The Gym Group has become the first fitness operator in the world to have its
UK Active has launched a programme designed to support the physical activity sector as it
The King of Bhutan has announced plans to create a 1,000sq km economic hub inspired
Pulse Fitness is delighted to announce the return of Liam Lister to its team of
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Sport Alliance has named Erwin Korst vice president sales international. The appointment comes as the
The 15th annual Spa China Summit was recently held at the Ritz-Carlton in the northern
Wellness travel is one of the fastest-growing tourism segments globally and was most recently valued
Children who take part in organised physical activity or sport over their first two school
MSpa is an industry leader in portable and inflatable spas. With over 20 models packed
Rebecca Passmore was promoted to MD of Pure Gym in September 2020 – the same
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Triotech has secured a deal to supply its interactive ride technology for the SAGA Experience,
Nearly half (47 per cent) of men employed by fitness companies work in leadership roles
LA Fitness co-founder, David Turner, has acquired the assets and IPs of The Leisure Database
With a focus on globalisation, Magicline has officially launched its software in the UK. As
German software giant Magicline is shaking up the global fitness market and actively working on
In celebration of International Women’s Day, WIFA launches the most significant global advocacy campaign for
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
The Women in Fitness Association (WIFA), is partnering with Sport Alliance to undertake a survey
Xponential Fitness has secured a deal that will see its branded boutique studios being set
CryoAction has unveiled a new range of electric cryotherapy chambers with temperatures reaching as low
HCM understands that Fitness International, which operates more than 700 health clubs under the LA
A 300m-long superyacht is set to launch in 2025, carrying a scientific "strike force" tasked
Studio Gad, an Israel-based architecture and design firm has created an eye-catching hyperbaric oxygen therapy
Virgin Active has become the latest big-box operator to signal its intention to raise cash
An online fitness community, created by personal trainer and social media influencer, Talilla Henchoz, during
With cleanliness and rigorous hygiene at the forefront of operators’ minds, Esthetica has launched the
UK-based sauna specialist, Finnmark Sauna, has developed a mobile wellness experience comprised of a wood-burning
Mark Tweedie has been named as the new CEO of Community Leisure UK (CLUK), the
Andrew Frontini, principal and design director of Perkins and Will in Toronto, and his colleague
International sports and live entertainment company Oak View Group (OVG) has announced plans to build
The historic Terminal Warehouse, in the West Chelsea area of New York, is being transformed
Oxfordshire County Council has objected to plans for a multi-million-pound waterpark resort in Chesterton, UK,
X+Living have created a kids' activity centre in Shenzhen, China, that combines a mix of
Commuters in the Swedish capital of Stockholm are used to the rows of colourful, rental
Open Platform and JAJA Architects have won a competition to create a new multi-storey car-park
Partisans have unveiled their vision for a new community of the future where "small town
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned that the majority of adolescents worldwide are not
New York-based studio Love is Enough has created a new social and cultural destination with
Universal has finally confirmed plans for its fourth gate in Orlando, officially announcing its Epic
12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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
HCM magazine
Wellness
Absenteeism and presenteeism is taking a huge economic toll, with musculoskeletal problems and poor mental health the biggest issues. Can workplace wellness make a difference? Kath Hudson investigates
HCM magazine
Insight
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
HCM magazine
Letters
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
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
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
Interview
Franchise business Orangetheory Fitness is merging with Self Esteem Brands and is on a long-term path to 10,000 units globally, its CEO and co-founder tells Kate Cracknell
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
HCM People

Jennifer Maanavi

Founder, Physique 57
Our ‘why?’ is to improve the lives of our clients, not to make them feel defeated
HCM magazine
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
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
The goal is for all new centres to be Net Zero. Sustainability is something we’re investing heavily in across the business
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
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
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
HCM magazine
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
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.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: seca Ltd
As the world market leader of medical measuring and weighing we take body composition analysis ...
Company profiles
Company profile: IndigoFitness
At IndigoFitness, we're not just about providing equipment; we're about delivering exceptional training spaces. We ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Power Plate UK press release: Power plate + red light therapy: life-changing ‘biostacking’
“We combine Power Plate and red light therapy in all our small group classes,” says Natt Summers, founder and owner of Accomplish Fitness in Hungerford, Berkshire.
Featured press releases
Zoom Media press release: Zoom Media expands partnership with Fitness4less
Zoom Media, the UK's leading provider of health and fitness digital media, has announced a new contract with Fitness4Less to deliver Out of Home advertising across its estate.
Directory
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
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

Sporta news

Oman’s Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning (MoHUP) has revealed plans for an ambitious high-altitude
Universal Studios is assessing the feasibility of opening its first European resort in the UK,
The Gym Group has become the first fitness operator in the world to have its
UK Active has launched a programme designed to support the physical activity sector as it
The King of Bhutan has announced plans to create a 1,000sq km economic hub inspired
Pulse Fitness is delighted to announce the return of Liam Lister to its team of
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Sport Alliance has named Erwin Korst vice president sales international. The appointment comes as the
The 15th annual Spa China Summit was recently held at the Ritz-Carlton in the northern
Wellness travel is one of the fastest-growing tourism segments globally and was most recently valued
Children who take part in organised physical activity or sport over their first two school
MSpa is an industry leader in portable and inflatable spas. With over 20 models packed
Rebecca Passmore was promoted to MD of Pure Gym in September 2020 – the same
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Triotech has secured a deal to supply its interactive ride technology for the SAGA Experience,
Nearly half (47 per cent) of men employed by fitness companies work in leadership roles
LA Fitness co-founder, David Turner, has acquired the assets and IPs of The Leisure Database
With a focus on globalisation, Magicline has officially launched its software in the UK. As
German software giant Magicline is shaking up the global fitness market and actively working on
In celebration of International Women’s Day, WIFA launches the most significant global advocacy campaign for
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
The Women in Fitness Association (WIFA), is partnering with Sport Alliance to undertake a survey
Xponential Fitness has secured a deal that will see its branded boutique studios being set
CryoAction has unveiled a new range of electric cryotherapy chambers with temperatures reaching as low
HCM understands that Fitness International, which operates more than 700 health clubs under the LA
A 300m-long superyacht is set to launch in 2025, carrying a scientific "strike force" tasked
Studio Gad, an Israel-based architecture and design firm has created an eye-catching hyperbaric oxygen therapy
Virgin Active has become the latest big-box operator to signal its intention to raise cash
An online fitness community, created by personal trainer and social media influencer, Talilla Henchoz, during
With cleanliness and rigorous hygiene at the forefront of operators’ minds, Esthetica has launched the
UK-based sauna specialist, Finnmark Sauna, has developed a mobile wellness experience comprised of a wood-burning
Mark Tweedie has been named as the new CEO of Community Leisure UK (CLUK), the
Andrew Frontini, principal and design director of Perkins and Will in Toronto, and his colleague
International sports and live entertainment company Oak View Group (OVG) has announced plans to build
The historic Terminal Warehouse, in the West Chelsea area of New York, is being transformed
Oxfordshire County Council has objected to plans for a multi-million-pound waterpark resort in Chesterton, UK,
X+Living have created a kids' activity centre in Shenzhen, China, that combines a mix of
Commuters in the Swedish capital of Stockholm are used to the rows of colourful, rental
Open Platform and JAJA Architects have won a competition to create a new multi-storey car-park
Partisans have unveiled their vision for a new community of the future where "small town
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned that the majority of adolescents worldwide are not
New York-based studio Love is Enough has created a new social and cultural destination with
Universal has finally confirmed plans for its fourth gate in Orlando, officially announcing its Epic
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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
HCM magazine
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
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
The goal is for all new centres to be Net Zero. Sustainability is something we’re investing heavily in across the business
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
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
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
HCM magazine
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
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.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: seca Ltd
As the world market leader of medical measuring and weighing we take body composition analysis ...
Company profiles
Company profile: IndigoFitness
At IndigoFitness, we're not just about providing equipment; we're about delivering exceptional training spaces. We ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Power Plate UK press release: Power plate + red light therapy: life-changing ‘biostacking’
“We combine Power Plate and red light therapy in all our small group classes,” says Natt Summers, founder and owner of Accomplish Fitness in Hungerford, Berkshire.
Featured press releases
Zoom Media press release: Zoom Media expands partnership with Fitness4less
Zoom Media, the UK's leading provider of health and fitness digital media, has announced a new contract with Fitness4Less to deliver Out of Home advertising across its estate.
Directory
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
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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