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Finnish outdoor fitness equipment specialist, Omnigym, has partnered with charity, Emmaüs Solidarité, to launch an
Steve Nelson takes up the role of managing director of Serco Leisure today (1 July
Abu Dhabi-based investment firm Mubadala Capital has made a binding, fully financed €1 billion offer
Mass protests have been taking place since Monday 1 June in Albania over the development
A recent survey by the UK Spa Association (UKSA) into the industry’s approach to cancer
Lithuanian care operator Addere Care has launched a “wellness care hospital” in Vilnius. It's the
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
EuropeActive interim president, Marcel Boots and host, TV presenter and former Paralympian, Denise Schindler, have
EuropeActive CEO, Kai Troll, opened the European Health and Fitness Forum (EHFF) in Cologne this
Not-for-profit industry organisation, the British Beauty Council, has successfully lobbied the UK government to change
Andrew Barnard, CEO of BodyHoliday, has exclusively shared plans with Spa Business to be involved
PureGym, one of Europe’s largest gym operators, has achieved FITCert Level 4 accreditation across its
EuropeActive has announced the launch of Next Level Leaders, a world class executive development programme,
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
British skincare company Elemis has released its new Pro-Collagen Hydrating Cleansing Mousse. The brand has
Sport England’s continuous improvement tool, Quest, is being updated for 2026 with two new products
The Great Spa Towns of Europe (GSTE) Association discussed the spa towns’ legacies at the
Feature film animation studio Mack Animation has released an animated film featuring German theme park
The Chancery Rosewood has opened its doors, revealing the luxury hotel and Asaya Spa that
A world-first study has found that both cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and exercise can successfully
Dior has opened its first permanent spa in the US at its renovated four-floor flagship
As water scarcity and water table contamination fears loom, the mineral water industry has been
Neuroscience-focused aromatherapy brand Moods will launch its spa division, MoodsPro, exclusively at The Chancery Rosewood’s
Mental health is increasingly recognised as a critical part of wellbeing and in response to
Research from the University of Oxford has found that people using weight loss drugs return
Spa season 2025 will be launched this weekend in the historic spa town of Mariánské
1Rebel has announced it will be opening a flagship site in Chelsea this summer, along
The International Congress on Thermal Tourism (ICTT) is set to take place in Budapest between
Celebrating its 40th anniversary last week, FIBO – the world’s biggest trade show for health,
Growing the Health and Fitness Sector Together was the theme of this year’s EuropeActive European
Memberships of health clubs in Europe increased by almost four million in 2024 and revenues
The UK health and fitness industry is growing exponentially, with revenue up by 8.8 per
Corporate wellbeing platform, Wellhub – formerly Gympass – has entered into an agreement to buy European
Research by the UK’s University of Cambridge has concluded that obesity is a result of
UKinbound and ABTA have hosted a youth mobility drop-in event for politicians as part of
Global wellbeing organisation Therme Group has acquired Therme Erding – a vast 145,000sq ft wellbeing
In the Spanish region of Galicia, 13 thermal springs hotels have come together to create
Nearly 100 students gathered in Baden bei Wien, Austria, last week to take part in
Park Roche Resort & Wellness, located amid the serene landscapes of Gangwon-do in South Korea,
Female-founded spa and wellness brand GAIA Skincare is continuing a strong growth trajectory in the
The Gym Group has become the first 24/7 UK gym chain to achieve the European
OTO Wellbeing has lifted the lid on Nutridaptives, its first-ever supplement range designed to meet
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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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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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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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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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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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Research
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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Obituary
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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Research
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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Research
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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Editor's letter
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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Jamie Clements

The Breath Coach
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you. Write to [email protected]
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A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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Shaping the future of the sector with a clear mission, unified voice and open channels of communication. This is the ambition of UK Active’s new chair
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New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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Would you stop selling memberships to prevent your club getting overcrowded? How do you strike the balance between maximising profits and prioritising the member experience? Kath Hudson talks to the experts
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As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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After decades of focusing on adult audiences, operators are starting to engage young people – unlocking growth opportunities while supporting the health and wellbeing of future generations
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We’ve reduced the level of council investment over the last three years by 40 per cent and increased our turnover by 9 per cent
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Shaun Grove

Owner, Stride Fitness
My goal was to invest in where fitness is going, not where it’s already been
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Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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The EU news

Finnish outdoor fitness equipment specialist, Omnigym, has partnered with charity, Emmaüs Solidarité, to launch an
Steve Nelson takes up the role of managing director of Serco Leisure today (1 July
Abu Dhabi-based investment firm Mubadala Capital has made a binding, fully financed €1 billion offer
Mass protests have been taking place since Monday 1 June in Albania over the development
A recent survey by the UK Spa Association (UKSA) into the industry’s approach to cancer
Lithuanian care operator Addere Care has launched a “wellness care hospital” in Vilnius. It's the
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
EuropeActive interim president, Marcel Boots and host, TV presenter and former Paralympian, Denise Schindler, have
EuropeActive CEO, Kai Troll, opened the European Health and Fitness Forum (EHFF) in Cologne this
Not-for-profit industry organisation, the British Beauty Council, has successfully lobbied the UK government to change
Andrew Barnard, CEO of BodyHoliday, has exclusively shared plans with Spa Business to be involved
PureGym, one of Europe’s largest gym operators, has achieved FITCert Level 4 accreditation across its
EuropeActive has announced the launch of Next Level Leaders, a world class executive development programme,
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
British skincare company Elemis has released its new Pro-Collagen Hydrating Cleansing Mousse. The brand has
Sport England’s continuous improvement tool, Quest, is being updated for 2026 with two new products
The Great Spa Towns of Europe (GSTE) Association discussed the spa towns’ legacies at the
Feature film animation studio Mack Animation has released an animated film featuring German theme park
The Chancery Rosewood has opened its doors, revealing the luxury hotel and Asaya Spa that
A world-first study has found that both cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and exercise can successfully
Dior has opened its first permanent spa in the US at its renovated four-floor flagship
As water scarcity and water table contamination fears loom, the mineral water industry has been
Neuroscience-focused aromatherapy brand Moods will launch its spa division, MoodsPro, exclusively at The Chancery Rosewood’s
Mental health is increasingly recognised as a critical part of wellbeing and in response to
Research from the University of Oxford has found that people using weight loss drugs return
Spa season 2025 will be launched this weekend in the historic spa town of Mariánské
1Rebel has announced it will be opening a flagship site in Chelsea this summer, along
The International Congress on Thermal Tourism (ICTT) is set to take place in Budapest between
Celebrating its 40th anniversary last week, FIBO – the world’s biggest trade show for health,
Growing the Health and Fitness Sector Together was the theme of this year’s EuropeActive European
Memberships of health clubs in Europe increased by almost four million in 2024 and revenues
The UK health and fitness industry is growing exponentially, with revenue up by 8.8 per
Corporate wellbeing platform, Wellhub – formerly Gympass – has entered into an agreement to buy European
Research by the UK’s University of Cambridge has concluded that obesity is a result of
UKinbound and ABTA have hosted a youth mobility drop-in event for politicians as part of
Global wellbeing organisation Therme Group has acquired Therme Erding – a vast 145,000sq ft wellbeing
In the Spanish region of Galicia, 13 thermal springs hotels have come together to create
Nearly 100 students gathered in Baden bei Wien, Austria, last week to take part in
Park Roche Resort & Wellness, located amid the serene landscapes of Gangwon-do in South Korea,
Female-founded spa and wellness brand GAIA Skincare is continuing a strong growth trajectory in the
The Gym Group has become the first 24/7 UK gym chain to achieve the European
OTO Wellbeing has lifted the lid on Nutridaptives, its first-ever supplement range designed to meet
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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
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
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you. Write to [email protected]
HCM magazine
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
HCM magazine
Shaping the future of the sector with a clear mission, unified voice and open channels of communication. This is the ambition of UK Active’s new chair
HCM magazine
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
HCM magazine
Would you stop selling memberships to prevent your club getting overcrowded? How do you strike the balance between maximising profits and prioritising the member experience? Kath Hudson talks to the experts
HCM magazine
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
HCM magazine
After decades of focusing on adult audiences, operators are starting to engage young people – unlocking growth opportunities while supporting the health and wellbeing of future generations
HCM magazine
We’ve reduced the level of council investment over the last three years by 40 per cent and increased our turnover by 9 per cent
HCM magazine
HCM People

Shaun Grove

Owner, Stride Fitness
My goal was to invest in where fitness is going, not where it’s already been
HCM magazine
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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: Introducing a new era of Nautilus Leverage
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility differentiation and long-term commercial success.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Legends never die: four legends, four philosophies of life
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage of RiminiWellness 2026: Phil Heath, Lee Haney, Ronnie Coleman and Hany Rambod.
Company profiles
Company profile: Perfect Gym Solutions S.A.
Perfect Gym, part of the Sport Alliance group, is a global software provider specialising in ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Zynk - wellness design experts
Zynk are a team of specialist interior architects and designers with more than 25 year’s ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
GLL press release: 115 past and present GLL Sport Foundation athletes set to shine at the 2026 Commonwealth Games
As the Commonwealth Games return to Glasgow from 23 July to 2 August 2026, the GLL Sport Foundation (GSF) is proud to celebrate the remarkable achievement of 115 past and present supported athletes who have been selected to compete on one of the biggest stages in Commonwealth sport.
Featured press releases
PSLT press release: PSLT strengthens Smartfit UK expertise following specialist training at Smartfit USA headquarters
PSLT Fitness Solutions has reinforced its commitment to delivering industry-leading cognitive-motor training solutions across the UK after head of healthcare solutions, Tony Barry, completed an intensive specialist training programme with the Smartfit team in the United States
Directory
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
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The Langham Huntington Pasadena , Pasadena, United States
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28-29 Sep 2026
Grand Ballroom, METT Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
06-08 Oct 2026
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
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22-22 Oct 2026
QEII Conference Centre, London,
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Impact Exhibition & Convention Center Bangkok,Thailand, Bangkok, Thailand
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29-31 Oct 2026
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand , Bangkok, Thailand
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