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Researchers at Ontario Tech University, Canada, have developed an AI-based massage therapy training platform prototype
The world’s largest Guerlain Wellness Spa has opened at the newly re-modelled Waldorf Astoria New
Pause, a US recovery franchise, has partnered with holistic programming platform Alo Moves to deliver
Virtual reality creators Excurio has teamed up with experts from The Muséum National d'Histoire Naturelle
Twenty-five cameras, nine servers, 70 projectors and a range of AV technologies are being used
A study has found that the use of cinematic and video editing techniques can drastically
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
It's safe to say that technology is transforming every sector, and the spa, wellness and
Spanish skincare and spa brand Natura Bissé has discovered its treatments can increase a sense
Zumba, and virtual reality workout platform, FitXR, have joined forces to offer mixed-reality versions of
Sony Pictures is set to launch an immersive indoor entertainment park at Oakbrook Center in
Power-assisted exercise specialist Innerva has teamed up with academics and technology providers to launch Planet
Italian spa and wellness design firm Studio Apostoli has been appointed to help renovate a
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Elevate is the leading UK trade show for physical activity, showcasing the latest innovations and
Attendees to IAAPA’s first-ever North America Trade Summit will hear about how the visitor attractions
Les Mills and Adidas have announced a partnership to provide omnifitness workouts to Gen-Zers in-club,
Wearable technology is 2023’s number one worldwide fitness trend according to the American College of
More than 5,000 exercisers turned out for Les Mills Live London recently, making it one
Disney is developing an augmented reality (AR) ride which could offer riders 3D experiences without
Mindbody and Class Pass have released their 2022 Mid-Year Wellness Trends Report which reveals their
Les Mills has created a VR version of its Bodycombat workout and made it available
VRstudios and Creative Works have launched a new VR-based multiplayer attraction. Described as the world’s
Armah Sports has launched a new health club concept for the Middle Eastern market, which
Broadcaster and natural historian, Sir David Attenborough, will front a new virtual app which will
ILMxLAB – a subsidiary of Lucasfilm – has launched a new virtual reality (VR)-based experience
A new virtual reality (VR)-based, interactive gaming attraction is set to launch in the West
The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) has revealed the winners of its 2020 Thea Awards. Winners
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has announced the winner of its inaugural Call for Wellness
After 16 years' industry experience, the UAE’s largest spa group, Sensasia, launched a consultancy branch
Integrated technology specialist Technically Creative has launched three new immersive products, targeting the visitor attraction
Google Arts & Culture has partnered with more than 500 cultural institutions to offer 'virtual
HTC Vive has partnered with Rafael Pavón, an acclaimed virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality
Atari have announced that they are working with GSD Group and film producer Napoleon Smith
Triotech has installed three new attractions at Resorts World Genting's Skytropolis indoor theme park in
Happy New Year to all our readers! After a year that was packed with new
It has been another momentous year in the attractions industry, and Attractions Management has been
It has been another momentous year in the attractions industry, and Attractions Management has been
Canadian entertainment and media company Cineplex has announced plans to create new destinations that fuse
maison h have unveiled designs for a Winter Olympics Museum to be built in the
A record number of 42,600 industry professionals attended this year's IAAPA Expo, held in Orlando
A multi-dimensional digital immersive spa experience, created by Luxury Escapism, has opened in Brooklyn, US.
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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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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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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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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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Life Lessons
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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Research
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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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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Strength
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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Editor's letter
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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Interview
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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Talking point
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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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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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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People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, 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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New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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The new CEO of UK Active talks to HCM about the gym-curious and why he believes the sector can double in size by the end of the next decade
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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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As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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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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Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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Virtual Reality news

Researchers at Ontario Tech University, Canada, have developed an AI-based massage therapy training platform prototype
The world’s largest Guerlain Wellness Spa has opened at the newly re-modelled Waldorf Astoria New
Pause, a US recovery franchise, has partnered with holistic programming platform Alo Moves to deliver
Virtual reality creators Excurio has teamed up with experts from The Muséum National d'Histoire Naturelle
Twenty-five cameras, nine servers, 70 projectors and a range of AV technologies are being used
A study has found that the use of cinematic and video editing techniques can drastically
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
It's safe to say that technology is transforming every sector, and the spa, wellness and
Spanish skincare and spa brand Natura Bissé has discovered its treatments can increase a sense
Zumba, and virtual reality workout platform, FitXR, have joined forces to offer mixed-reality versions of
Sony Pictures is set to launch an immersive indoor entertainment park at Oakbrook Center in
Power-assisted exercise specialist Innerva has teamed up with academics and technology providers to launch Planet
Italian spa and wellness design firm Studio Apostoli has been appointed to help renovate a
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Elevate is the leading UK trade show for physical activity, showcasing the latest innovations and
Attendees to IAAPA’s first-ever North America Trade Summit will hear about how the visitor attractions
Les Mills and Adidas have announced a partnership to provide omnifitness workouts to Gen-Zers in-club,
Wearable technology is 2023’s number one worldwide fitness trend according to the American College of
More than 5,000 exercisers turned out for Les Mills Live London recently, making it one
Disney is developing an augmented reality (AR) ride which could offer riders 3D experiences without
Mindbody and Class Pass have released their 2022 Mid-Year Wellness Trends Report which reveals their
Les Mills has created a VR version of its Bodycombat workout and made it available
VRstudios and Creative Works have launched a new VR-based multiplayer attraction. Described as the world’s
Armah Sports has launched a new health club concept for the Middle Eastern market, which
Broadcaster and natural historian, Sir David Attenborough, will front a new virtual app which will
ILMxLAB – a subsidiary of Lucasfilm – has launched a new virtual reality (VR)-based experience
A new virtual reality (VR)-based, interactive gaming attraction is set to launch in the West
The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) has revealed the winners of its 2020 Thea Awards. Winners
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has announced the winner of its inaugural Call for Wellness
After 16 years' industry experience, the UAE’s largest spa group, Sensasia, launched a consultancy branch
Integrated technology specialist Technically Creative has launched three new immersive products, targeting the visitor attraction
Google Arts & Culture has partnered with more than 500 cultural institutions to offer 'virtual
HTC Vive has partnered with Rafael Pavón, an acclaimed virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality
Atari have announced that they are working with GSD Group and film producer Napoleon Smith
Triotech has installed three new attractions at Resorts World Genting's Skytropolis indoor theme park in
Happy New Year to all our readers! After a year that was packed with new
It has been another momentous year in the attractions industry, and Attractions Management has been
It has been another momentous year in the attractions industry, and Attractions Management has been
Canadian entertainment and media company Cineplex has announced plans to create new destinations that fuse
maison h have unveiled designs for a Winter Olympics Museum to be built in the
A record number of 42,600 industry professionals attended this year's IAAPA Expo, held in Orlando
A multi-dimensional digital immersive spa experience, created by Luxury Escapism, has opened in Brooklyn, US.
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HCM promotional features
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Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
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
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
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
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
HCM magazine
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, 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
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
HCM magazine
The new CEO of UK Active talks to HCM about the gym-curious and why he believes the sector can double in size by the end of the next decade
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
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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: 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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Innerva
Innerva are a UK manufacturer of ‘Power Assisted Exercise’ equipment for older adults, those with ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Matrix Fitness
Matrix provides equipment to facilities in all market sectors including private health clubs, residential housing, ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Speedflex (UK press release: Inclusive Fitness in action: The Speedflex Blade at Gym Possible
Following the successful installation of the Speedflex Blade at Gym Possible, the UK based charity gym dedicated to making exercise accessible for people with physical disabilities, the innovative training solution has quickly become one of the facility’s
Featured press releases
BLK BOX press release: Inside the Player Gym at The Open, equipped by BLK BOX
The performance facility at Royal Birkdale gives the world’s leading golfers access to strength, conditioning, mobility and recovery equipment throughout Championship week.
Directory
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
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
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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