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United Arab Emirates news

Hospitality consulting and intelligence firm HVS* has appointed Peter Anderson as a managing director and
Pure Gym Arabia, the franchise partner of Pure Gym Group in the Middle East, has
Professional skincare and spa brand Swissline has partnered with the new spa at Anantara World
After a three-year hiatus, FIBO’s return on 7-10 April 2022 heralded a strong restart for
In a major move against the gym market, Apple has revealed a number of upgrades
Work has been completed on the Khor Kalba Turtle and Wildlife Sanctuary in Sharjah, United
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Fitness Time, the largest network of sport and fitness clubs in Saudi Arabia, is embarking
Affordable fitness chain GymNation has revealed plans to open eight new sites across the United
SeaWorld will be the next attraction to open on Abu Dhabi's Yas Island, according to
The Buhais Geology Park Interpretive Centre, with a Hopkins Architects design inspired by fossilised sea
Interior architecture specialists Bone have reinterpreted the countryside architecture created for horses to create a
1Rebel has signed a deal to enter the Middle Eastern fitness market, expanding the brand's
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
SHA Wellness Clinic has announced the second phase of an ambitious global expansion plan, with
Zayed National Museum, the Foster + Partners-designed development intended as the national museum of the
Clymb Abu Dhabi, the new sports and leisure attraction on Abu Dhabi's Yas Island, is
VivaFit has entered the Spanish fitness market with the opening of a studio in capital
Saudi Arabia-based Leejam Sports Company has appointed former Bannatyne Group chief executive Justin Musgrove as
Female-only fitness franchise Vivafit has opened its fifth studio in India – a 110sq m
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Fitness operator Gold's Gym International has parted ways with master franchisee Al Ahli Holding Group,
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is set to develop a seemingly Edenic residential community on
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Presidential Palace in Abu Dhabi is open to the public
Boutique franchise operator Personal20 has opened a new studio in the Portuguese capital Lisbon. The
Dubai conglomerate Meraas has announced that it is developing the Central Park at City West,
Portugal-based operator Vivafit has taken its female-only franchised concept to Kuwait, with the opening of
The World Architecture Festival (WAF) has today (26 June) unveiled the largest ever shortlist for
London practice Baharash Architecture have designed three self-sustaining biodome attractions for the United Arab Emirates
Dubai's upcoming Museum of the Future has launched a new scheme designed to catch the
Spanish football giant FC Barcelona has reached a deal to open a number of Barça-themed
The restoration of Iraq's cultural heritage has been given a huge boost following a US$50.4m
International wellness consultancy, development and management firm GOCO Hospitality has entered into a long-term strategic
Asian hospitality operator Avani has today (1 March) expanded its new brand, Avani+, by launching
ACTVENTURE, the multi-million-dollar leisure and lifestyle mega-destination underway on the Sunshine Coast of Australia, is
As a new year approaches, CLADglobal brings you our list of some of the most
Dutch architects MVRDV have revealed designs for their inaugural project in the United Arab Emirates
The ruler of Sharjah, Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, has greenlit plans for a
Former England football captain Alan Shearer has helped launch the second of seven new Speedflex
"Increasingly, we don't just want to make a good looking version of something that's already
IAAPA has announced its winners for this year’s Brass Ring Awards, recognising a number of
The World Architecture Festival has today (7 July) unveiled the largest ever shortlist for its
Over 75 million people in 44 cities across Europe could one day be connected by
12,300
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Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
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GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
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D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
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HCM People
Founder, The Lotte Berk Foundation
You’ll see Lotte’s influence in many of today’s classes and I want to make sure her name doesn’t die
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Life lessons
Remember when there was mass hostility about London hosting the 2012 Olympics? Huw Edwards, CEO of UK Active, was there. He talks to Kath Hudson about the lessons he learned
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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
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Letters
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
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Editor's letter
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
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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
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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
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Opinion
Dr Paul Bedford talks to Jak Phillips about the double-edged sword of the strength training trend and his ambitions for the sector
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Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
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
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McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
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As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
HCM magazine
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
HCM magazine
I would say those results, along with the team’s total lack of complacency – their desire to keep improving – have been the two big highlights of my first year
HCM magazine
As more people join clubs to support their mental health, fitness professionals need to be empowered to take a holistic approach. Kath Hudson shares useful tools discussed at the ACE summit on mental health
HCM magazine
Industry suppliers are responding to the exponential increase in consumer demand for strength training with a raft of new and innovative launches and concepts, as Steph Eaves reports
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
Featured supplier news
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Supplier Showcase
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Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Featured press releases
Technogym press release: DESIGN TO MOVE exhibition celebrates 40 years of Technogym with 40 unique creations by 40 designers
At 2024 Milan Design Week, Technogym celebrated its 40 years with the special exhibition "Design to Move”, featuring 40 unique Technogym Benches – one of the brand's iconic products – designed by 40 different international designers and artists from all over the world.
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Flooring
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Galgorm Resort, York,
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China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
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23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
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30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
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11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
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12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
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03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
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19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
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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

United Arab Emirates news

Hospitality consulting and intelligence firm HVS* has appointed Peter Anderson as a managing director and
Pure Gym Arabia, the franchise partner of Pure Gym Group in the Middle East, has
Professional skincare and spa brand Swissline has partnered with the new spa at Anantara World
After a three-year hiatus, FIBO’s return on 7-10 April 2022 heralded a strong restart for
In a major move against the gym market, Apple has revealed a number of upgrades
Work has been completed on the Khor Kalba Turtle and Wildlife Sanctuary in Sharjah, United
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Fitness Time, the largest network of sport and fitness clubs in Saudi Arabia, is embarking
Affordable fitness chain GymNation has revealed plans to open eight new sites across the United
SeaWorld will be the next attraction to open on Abu Dhabi's Yas Island, according to
The Buhais Geology Park Interpretive Centre, with a Hopkins Architects design inspired by fossilised sea
Interior architecture specialists Bone have reinterpreted the countryside architecture created for horses to create a
1Rebel has signed a deal to enter the Middle Eastern fitness market, expanding the brand's
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
SHA Wellness Clinic has announced the second phase of an ambitious global expansion plan, with
Zayed National Museum, the Foster + Partners-designed development intended as the national museum of the
Clymb Abu Dhabi, the new sports and leisure attraction on Abu Dhabi's Yas Island, is
VivaFit has entered the Spanish fitness market with the opening of a studio in capital
Saudi Arabia-based Leejam Sports Company has appointed former Bannatyne Group chief executive Justin Musgrove as
Female-only fitness franchise Vivafit has opened its fifth studio in India – a 110sq m
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Fitness operator Gold's Gym International has parted ways with master franchisee Al Ahli Holding Group,
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is set to develop a seemingly Edenic residential community on
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Presidential Palace in Abu Dhabi is open to the public
Boutique franchise operator Personal20 has opened a new studio in the Portuguese capital Lisbon. The
Dubai conglomerate Meraas has announced that it is developing the Central Park at City West,
Portugal-based operator Vivafit has taken its female-only franchised concept to Kuwait, with the opening of
The World Architecture Festival (WAF) has today (26 June) unveiled the largest ever shortlist for
London practice Baharash Architecture have designed three self-sustaining biodome attractions for the United Arab Emirates
Dubai's upcoming Museum of the Future has launched a new scheme designed to catch the
Spanish football giant FC Barcelona has reached a deal to open a number of Barça-themed
The restoration of Iraq's cultural heritage has been given a huge boost following a US$50.4m
International wellness consultancy, development and management firm GOCO Hospitality has entered into a long-term strategic
Asian hospitality operator Avani has today (1 March) expanded its new brand, Avani+, by launching
ACTVENTURE, the multi-million-dollar leisure and lifestyle mega-destination underway on the Sunshine Coast of Australia, is
As a new year approaches, CLADglobal brings you our list of some of the most
Dutch architects MVRDV have revealed designs for their inaugural project in the United Arab Emirates
The ruler of Sharjah, Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, has greenlit plans for a
Former England football captain Alan Shearer has helped launch the second of seven new Speedflex
"Increasingly, we don't just want to make a good looking version of something that's already
IAAPA has announced its winners for this year’s Brass Ring Awards, recognising a number of
The World Architecture Festival has today (7 July) unveiled the largest ever shortlist for its
Over 75 million people in 44 cities across Europe could one day be connected by
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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
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
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
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
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
HCM magazine
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
HCM magazine
I would say those results, along with the team’s total lack of complacency – their desire to keep improving – have been the two big highlights of my first year
HCM magazine
As more people join clubs to support their mental health, fitness professionals need to be empowered to take a holistic approach. Kath Hudson shares useful tools discussed at the ACE summit on mental health
HCM magazine
Industry suppliers are responding to the exponential increase in consumer demand for strength training with a raft of new and innovative launches and concepts, as Steph Eaves reports
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
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sibec EMEA to blend fitness with luxury at Fairmont Monte Carlo
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
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: Physical
Physical is the UK’s go-to, one-stop shop for commercial grade fitness equipment and flooring, with ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Precor
Precor has been a pioneer in delivering fitness experiences for commercial customers for more than ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Featured press releases
Technogym press release: DESIGN TO MOVE exhibition celebrates 40 years of Technogym with 40 unique creations by 40 designers
At 2024 Milan Design Week, Technogym celebrated its 40 years with the special exhibition "Design to Move”, featuring 40 unique Technogym Benches – one of the brand's iconic products – designed by 40 different international designers and artists from all over the world.
Directory
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
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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