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Tokyo Olympics news

Mandarin Oriental has appointed Simone Biles, one of the most decorated gymnasts in the world,
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has honoured legendary gymnast Simone Biles with the 2023 Debra
Seven-time Olympic medalist Simone Biles has been confirmed as a keynote speaker for the 2023
The Super Nintendo World theme park at the Universal Studios Japan resort in the city
Universal has revealed that it's continuing work on its Super Nintendo expansion in Japan, its
Ambitious plans have been unveiled for a 15-acre inland surf park in Coleshill, less than
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
The joint ¥60bn (US$540m, €480m, £420m) Nintendo and Universal Super Nintendo World project remains on
Airbnb has offered an exclusive meet and greet with Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, which will
Japanese multimedia art collective teamLab will open a unique Digital Art Museum on Thursday (21
Comcast has said that it expects capital spending to increase at NBCUniversal through 2018, with
Universal’s theme parks achieved record numbers this year, with revenues increasing 10 per cent to
Universal has shed more light on its upcoming Super Nintendo World in Japan, hosting a
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
The architecture studio of Kengo Kuma have revealed their design plans for a textured tourist
Construction work has kicked off on Tokyo’s new National Stadium, the Kengo Kuma-designed stage for
Olympic stadiums and facilities should be protected with their own cultural heritage listing, a leading
A group of Japanese architects, including Fumihiko Maki and Kengo Kuma, are petitioning UNESCO to
Here are some of the most popular stories that appeared on CLAD this week, from
The body in charge of organising Tokyo’s Olympic Games has admitted its decision to cancel
The organisation behind Team GB’s sport science and medicine programme will plough more of its
Marriott International is bringing its luxury brand JW Marriott to Japan, with the JW Marriott
UK Sport must guard against overstretching its resources after being told by the government that
Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) have claimed the Japan Sports Council are withholding payment for the
Two stadium designs for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics have been revealed by the Japanese Sports
Elite sport quango, UK Sport, will receive a 29 per cent increase in government funding
Nikken Sekkei, who announced recently that they would partner with Zaha Hadid Architects to develop
Japanese architects are getting out of the blocks in terms of promoting active design ahead
Japanese hotel and spa operator Ooedo-Onsen Holdings is being bought by US private equity firm
UK Sport, the British Army and the English Institute of Sport (EIS) have launched a
VisitBritain has formed an alliance with its Japanese counterpart which will see the national tourism
Tokyo’s government expects to attract 4.2 million visitors a year to the planned 1.7-hectare Senkyaku
The Japan Sport Council (JSC) has acceded to demands that a stadium planned for the
Japan's ability to organise and deliver on major projects and its fortitude in the face
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Tokyo Olympics news

Mandarin Oriental has appointed Simone Biles, one of the most decorated gymnasts in the world,
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has honoured legendary gymnast Simone Biles with the 2023 Debra
Seven-time Olympic medalist Simone Biles has been confirmed as a keynote speaker for the 2023
The Super Nintendo World theme park at the Universal Studios Japan resort in the city
Universal has revealed that it's continuing work on its Super Nintendo expansion in Japan, its
Ambitious plans have been unveiled for a 15-acre inland surf park in Coleshill, less than
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
The joint ¥60bn (US$540m, €480m, £420m) Nintendo and Universal Super Nintendo World project remains on
Airbnb has offered an exclusive meet and greet with Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, which will
Japanese multimedia art collective teamLab will open a unique Digital Art Museum on Thursday (21
Comcast has said that it expects capital spending to increase at NBCUniversal through 2018, with
Universal’s theme parks achieved record numbers this year, with revenues increasing 10 per cent to
Universal has shed more light on its upcoming Super Nintendo World in Japan, hosting a
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
The architecture studio of Kengo Kuma have revealed their design plans for a textured tourist
Construction work has kicked off on Tokyo’s new National Stadium, the Kengo Kuma-designed stage for
Olympic stadiums and facilities should be protected with their own cultural heritage listing, a leading
A group of Japanese architects, including Fumihiko Maki and Kengo Kuma, are petitioning UNESCO to
Here are some of the most popular stories that appeared on CLAD this week, from
The body in charge of organising Tokyo’s Olympic Games has admitted its decision to cancel
The organisation behind Team GB’s sport science and medicine programme will plough more of its
Marriott International is bringing its luxury brand JW Marriott to Japan, with the JW Marriott
UK Sport must guard against overstretching its resources after being told by the government that
Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) have claimed the Japan Sports Council are withholding payment for the
Two stadium designs for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics have been revealed by the Japanese Sports
Elite sport quango, UK Sport, will receive a 29 per cent increase in government funding
Nikken Sekkei, who announced recently that they would partner with Zaha Hadid Architects to develop
Japanese architects are getting out of the blocks in terms of promoting active design ahead
Japanese hotel and spa operator Ooedo-Onsen Holdings is being bought by US private equity firm
UK Sport, the British Army and the English Institute of Sport (EIS) have launched a
VisitBritain has formed an alliance with its Japanese counterpart which will see the national tourism
Tokyo’s government expects to attract 4.2 million visitors a year to the planned 1.7-hectare Senkyaku
The Japan Sport Council (JSC) has acceded to demands that a stadium planned for the
Japan's ability to organise and deliver on major projects and its fortitude in the face
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Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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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
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
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
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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
HCM magazine
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
HCM magazine
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
HCM magazine
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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
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
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
HCM magazine
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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
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: 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.
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.
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Company profile: TechnoAlpin Indoor
TechnoAlpin Indoor offers expert consultation for indoor snow concepts, assisting customers with the integration of ...
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Company profile: Places Leisure
Places Leisure aims to enlighten our communities about the benefits of a healthy lifestyle in ...
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 Go expands operator opportunity with Garmin integration
Myzone has announced a significant expansion of its MoTech (Motivation Technology) platform, as Myzone Go integration with Garmin goes live.
Featured press releases
Dyaco UK Ltd press release: i-Strength | Spirit Commercial Fitness: Same movements, smarter resistance
Upgrading a gym floor is rarely straightforward. New equipment means retraining staff, repositioning layouts, and a period of adjustment for members.
Directory
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
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
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
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21-24 Sep 2026
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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QEII Conference Centre, London,
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29-31 Oct 2026
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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The Kromhouthal , Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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