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Viva news

Australia’s fast-growing fitness network, Viva Leisure, is adding a low-cost gym brand to its already
UK Active has published new guidance on defibrillators to help fitness and leisure operators deliver
VivaGym – the fast-growing operator of high-value low-price gyms in Spain and Portugal – is
Basic-Fit has received permission to operate 24/7 staffless clubs in France, a change which is
Medical health resort Vivamayr in Maria Wörth, Austria, has introduced a new way to package
Alila Marea Beach Resort in Encinitas, US, has partnered with regenerative and longevity technology company
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has unveiled its 2026 Future of Wellness Trends report, outlining
Beyond Activ  APAC took place at the Crowne Conference Centre in Melbourne, Australia from 2-3
"The fitness industry is facing an identity crisis," was Anna Bjustam's opening statement as she
It’s been a great morning at the sell-out HCM Summit in London, with six inspirational
After a networking breakfast, Leisure Media CEO, Liz Terry and PureGym chair, Humphrey Cobbold, have
The Health and Fitness Association (HFA) has released The 2025 Fitness Industry Benchmarking Report, which
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming
This year marks a significant milestone for Red Raion, the CGI studio that has become
The Global Wellness Institute’s (GWI) Africa Wellness Initiative (AWI) is hosting its first Africa Wellness
Asian spa operations company, Sense of Touch, has partnered with The Fullerton Ocean Park Hotel
The 2025 HFA Global Report, which looked at almost 30 markets, shows that around the
The Gym Group has announced it will pilot a partnership with Wellhub (formerly Gympass), making
A private luxury retreat – called Here, Maldives – will open in December this year,
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Leisure DB has released its State of the UK Swimming Industry Report 2025. In the
The Royal Borough of Greenwich will soon be opening its £80 million exemplar leisure centre
Spanish private equity firm, Alter Capital Desarrollo, has increased its investment in Spanish operator, Wifit
Social spa Alchemy Springs will reveal new bathing facilities in San Francisco at the start
Top business leaders from around the world have been confirmed as speakers for the all-keynote
The Farm at San Benito is to become an Autograph Collection resort under the Marriott
Memberships of health clubs in Europe increased by almost four million in 2024 and revenues
When asked about their operational breakeven point, nine out of 10 club managers are left
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has unveiled its 2025 Future of Wellness Trends report, outlining
Fitness and leisure facilities in Sheerness, UK, are being upgraded as part of a regeneration
One of Australia’s largest gym operators, Viva Leisure, is coming to the UK after signing
Seed to Skin Tuscany has harnessed the power of Italian botanicals and its advanced Green
PureGym has partnered with the British Heart Foundation to upload all of its defibrillators to
QC New York, a luxury Italian day spa on Governors Island, will expand its offering
Leisure, lifestyle, wellness and entertainment growth investor, Imbiba, has invested in boutique gym brand, 1Rebel's
Speaking to HCM, global CEO of Lift Brands, Ty Menzies, has confirmed that the company
US private equity fund, Providence Equity Partners, is acquiring a majority stake in VivaGym from
Everyone Active has launched a golfing brand, Everyone Golf, after new contract wins made it
Portugese footballer, Cristiano Ronaldo, has launched a health and wellness app that harmonises advice on
As Planet Fitness announces strong year-end results there are reports the company is planning a
Basic-Fit has acquired RSG Group’s Spanish portfolio of 47 clubs for €50m. RSG had signalled
Survivalist, Bear Grylls has partnered with four mental health heavyweights and former TV producer, Neil
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
12,300
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
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Promotion
BLK BOX has been reimagining elite performance spaces for more than a decade. Founder and former athlete, Greg Bradley, tells us what it takes
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Pulse Fitness has created a new health club delivering an elevated wellness experience
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Research
Researchers have long known that the brain changes as a result of exercise. Now researchers believe this process is actually driven by the brain
HCM magazine
Editor's letter
New insight from Deloitte and Grant Thornton shows record growth, but the real shift is towards identity and perceived value, revealing opportunities to deepen engagement with members
HCM magazine
HCM People

Deena Gillan

Chair of UK Active’s Independent Council and GM at 3-1-5
There are so many dedicated people in the independent sector – they work hard because they’re passionate about changing lives
HCM magazine
HCM People

Phillip Mills

CEO, Les Mills
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
HCM magazine
Research
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
HCM magazine
Interview
With corporately-owned clubs, franchise networks, investments and proprietary tech, Viva Leisure’s ecosystem is redefining how gyms scale and generate revenue. Its CEO speaks to Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
Specifier
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
HCM magazine
Insight
Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
HCM magazine
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
HCM magazine
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
HCM People

Stephen Price

Founder, SP&Co Group
Working in public health over the last few years has lit up parts of my brain again
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
UK market penetration has risen to 18 per cent – one of the highest globally, yet with 100 per cent of people seeing benefits when they exercise, how high could it go? Kath Hudson asks the experts…
HCM magazine
Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
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: Elevate 2026 to mark 10-year anniversary with biggest ever waterfront drinks reception
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming the event’s largest-ever drinks reception as registrations continue to run more than 10% ahead of last year.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: CoverMe extends matching service to personal training, rewriting how members and personal trainers connect
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal training platform that connects the right personal trainer to the right client in under 10 seconds.
Company profiles
Company profile: Gladstone Software
Gladstone’s software is built to streamline operations, reduce admin burden, and boost engagement. Operators can ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Orbit4
Orbit4 is a digital operations platform designed to help fitness and leisure operators manage assets, ...
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
Everyone Active press release: Everyone Active celebrates Summer Solstice and International Yoga Day with wellness events across UK
A nationwide celebration for the upcoming Summer Solstice and International Yoga Day will take place at Everyone Active facilities across the country on Friday, 19 June 2026.
Featured press releases
Zynk Design press release: Gym lighting design: how to specify lighting that motivates members
Gym lighting design is one of the most underrated tools an operator has, and one of the most commonly mishandled.
Directory
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-23 Jun 2026
WX Wakefield , Wakefield, United Kingdom
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

Viva news

Australia’s fast-growing fitness network, Viva Leisure, is adding a low-cost gym brand to its already
UK Active has published new guidance on defibrillators to help fitness and leisure operators deliver
VivaGym – the fast-growing operator of high-value low-price gyms in Spain and Portugal – is
Basic-Fit has received permission to operate 24/7 staffless clubs in France, a change which is
Medical health resort Vivamayr in Maria Wörth, Austria, has introduced a new way to package
Alila Marea Beach Resort in Encinitas, US, has partnered with regenerative and longevity technology company
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has unveiled its 2026 Future of Wellness Trends report, outlining
Beyond Activ  APAC took place at the Crowne Conference Centre in Melbourne, Australia from 2-3
"The fitness industry is facing an identity crisis," was Anna Bjustam's opening statement as she
It’s been a great morning at the sell-out HCM Summit in London, with six inspirational
After a networking breakfast, Leisure Media CEO, Liz Terry and PureGym chair, Humphrey Cobbold, have
The Health and Fitness Association (HFA) has released The 2025 Fitness Industry Benchmarking Report, which
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming
This year marks a significant milestone for Red Raion, the CGI studio that has become
The Global Wellness Institute’s (GWI) Africa Wellness Initiative (AWI) is hosting its first Africa Wellness
Asian spa operations company, Sense of Touch, has partnered with The Fullerton Ocean Park Hotel
The 2025 HFA Global Report, which looked at almost 30 markets, shows that around the
The Gym Group has announced it will pilot a partnership with Wellhub (formerly Gympass), making
A private luxury retreat – called Here, Maldives – will open in December this year,
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Leisure DB has released its State of the UK Swimming Industry Report 2025. In the
The Royal Borough of Greenwich will soon be opening its £80 million exemplar leisure centre
Spanish private equity firm, Alter Capital Desarrollo, has increased its investment in Spanish operator, Wifit
Social spa Alchemy Springs will reveal new bathing facilities in San Francisco at the start
Top business leaders from around the world have been confirmed as speakers for the all-keynote
The Farm at San Benito is to become an Autograph Collection resort under the Marriott
Memberships of health clubs in Europe increased by almost four million in 2024 and revenues
When asked about their operational breakeven point, nine out of 10 club managers are left
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has unveiled its 2025 Future of Wellness Trends report, outlining
Fitness and leisure facilities in Sheerness, UK, are being upgraded as part of a regeneration
One of Australia’s largest gym operators, Viva Leisure, is coming to the UK after signing
Seed to Skin Tuscany has harnessed the power of Italian botanicals and its advanced Green
PureGym has partnered with the British Heart Foundation to upload all of its defibrillators to
QC New York, a luxury Italian day spa on Governors Island, will expand its offering
Leisure, lifestyle, wellness and entertainment growth investor, Imbiba, has invested in boutique gym brand, 1Rebel's
Speaking to HCM, global CEO of Lift Brands, Ty Menzies, has confirmed that the company
US private equity fund, Providence Equity Partners, is acquiring a majority stake in VivaGym from
Everyone Active has launched a golfing brand, Everyone Golf, after new contract wins made it
Portugese footballer, Cristiano Ronaldo, has launched a health and wellness app that harmonises advice on
As Planet Fitness announces strong year-end results there are reports the company is planning a
Basic-Fit has acquired RSG Group’s Spanish portfolio of 47 clubs for €50m. RSG had signalled
Survivalist, Bear Grylls has partnered with four mental health heavyweights and former TV producer, Neil
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
1 - 40 of 12,300
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
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Promotion
BLK BOX has been reimagining elite performance spaces for more than a decade. Founder and former athlete, Greg Bradley, tells us what it takes
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Pulse Fitness has created a new health club delivering an elevated wellness experience
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
HCM magazine
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
HCM People

Stephen Price

Founder, SP&Co Group
Working in public health over the last few years has lit up parts of my brain again
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
UK market penetration has risen to 18 per cent – one of the highest globally, yet with 100 per cent of people seeing benefits when they exercise, how high could it go? Kath Hudson asks the experts…
HCM magazine
Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
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: Elevate 2026 to mark 10-year anniversary with biggest ever waterfront drinks reception
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming the event’s largest-ever drinks reception as registrations continue to run more than 10% ahead of last year.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: CoverMe extends matching service to personal training, rewriting how members and personal trainers connect
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal training platform that connects the right personal trainer to the right client in under 10 seconds.
Company profiles
Company profile: Gladstone Software
Gladstone’s software is built to streamline operations, reduce admin burden, and boost engagement. Operators can ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Orbit4
Orbit4 is a digital operations platform designed to help fitness and leisure operators manage assets, ...
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
Everyone Active press release: Everyone Active celebrates Summer Solstice and International Yoga Day with wellness events across UK
A nationwide celebration for the upcoming Summer Solstice and International Yoga Day will take place at Everyone Active facilities across the country on Friday, 19 June 2026.
Featured press releases
Zynk Design press release: Gym lighting design: how to specify lighting that motivates members
Gym lighting design is one of the most underrated tools an operator has, and one of the most commonly mishandled.
Directory
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-23 Jun 2026
WX Wakefield , Wakefield, United Kingdom
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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