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Morgan’s Wonderland – a Texas-based theme park which caters specifically to people with disabilities –
The highly anticipated chimney lift experience at the Battersea Power Station has opened to the
The Underlandet family attraction at Swedish theme park Liseberg has won the European Star Award
Global entertainments and events firm IMG has signed a contract to operate the Chimney Lift
X+Living have created a kids' activity centre in Shenzhen, China, that combines a mix of
An opening date of 14 March 2020 has been announced for the enhanced Duplo Valley
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Retail and leisure destination developer Intu is creating an €800m ($886m, £679m) resort on Spain's
Cartoon Network has revealed plans to open a new, immersive hotel experience to the public
Morgan's Wonderland, the completely wheelchair accessible theme park in San Antonio, Texas, has announced plans
Collidanielarchitetto 's design of the first venue outside Italy for restaurant chain VyTA is an
The shortlist has been revealed for the World Architecture Festival (WAF) 2019 Awards and leisure
Six Flags has announced new details for its long-awaited venture in Saudi Arabia, revealing among
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
A virtual reality massage centre is due to open in Los Angeles, California this July.
Shanghai developer Shimao Property Holdings is to build a new Smurfs-themed destination in the Dream
The huge new theme park in Ankara, Turkey, that had been known as Ankapark has
Dr Marc Cohen, professor at Australia’s RMIT University and board member of the Global Wellness
Dutch fairytale-based theme park Efteling will transform into a “winter wonderland of twinkling lights, bonfires
The Shimao Wonderland InterContinental (IHG), the world’s first underground hotel, has opened in Songjiang, around
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
InterContinental Hotels Group’s long-awaited adventurous hotel, which will sit in a 328ft (100m)-deep quarry in
Media server specialist 7thSense Design has been honoured in the 2018 Install Awards. The Install
Spa, fitness and lifestyle consultancy and management firm WTS International is celebrating a longstanding client’s
Remote holiday specialists Off the Map Travel have created another of their mobile semi-transparent glamping
With the imminent arrival of spring across Europe and temperatures tentatively rising, the ephemeral Icehotel
An 18th-century restaurant and cafe in Venice’s historic St Mark’s Square has reopened following a
Cedar Fair has enjoyed a successful 2017, with revenue and income rising over the last
In a year of ups, downs, loops and scoops, Attractions Management looks back at some
A Yorkshire eco-spa has created a 'snow garden' as part of its plans to attract
New rides and immersive entertainment are delivering record attendances and in-park spending for Cedar Fair,
Architects and masterplanners Chapman Taylor have completed a “game changing” leisure and retail destination in
Hospitality designer Bill Bensley has teamed up with Cambodian luxury boutique hotel group Shinta Mani
Morgan’s Wonderland is preparing for the launch of its new super-accessible waterpark, with the multi-million
The Vaults – a labyrinthine of tunnels beneath Waterloo Station in central London – will
Morgan’s Wonderland – the San Antonio-based theme park which caters specifically to the disabled –
Tick Tock Unlock, which operates a number of immersive escape room facilities in the UK,
Here are some of the stories that appeared on CLAD this week, from Apple’s leisure-filled
For his latest grandiose Southeast Asian resort project, designer Bill Bensley has taken his inspiration
Wonderland – Dubai’s first theme park which closed its doors in 2013 – will be
Developers of shopping malls and large retail centres can no longer ignore leisure, the director
Kyoichiro Uenishi, president of Tokyo Disney Resort operator Oriental Land Co, has said the company
Hollywood star Jessica Biel and a consortium of stylists, writers, entrepreneurs and philanthropists have opened
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Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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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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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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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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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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Matt Parker

MD, Brio
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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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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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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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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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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Profile
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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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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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 fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, 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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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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A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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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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People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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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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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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Wonderland news

Morgan’s Wonderland – a Texas-based theme park which caters specifically to people with disabilities –
The highly anticipated chimney lift experience at the Battersea Power Station has opened to the
The Underlandet family attraction at Swedish theme park Liseberg has won the European Star Award
Global entertainments and events firm IMG has signed a contract to operate the Chimney Lift
X+Living have created a kids' activity centre in Shenzhen, China, that combines a mix of
An opening date of 14 March 2020 has been announced for the enhanced Duplo Valley
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Retail and leisure destination developer Intu is creating an €800m ($886m, £679m) resort on Spain's
Cartoon Network has revealed plans to open a new, immersive hotel experience to the public
Morgan's Wonderland, the completely wheelchair accessible theme park in San Antonio, Texas, has announced plans
Collidanielarchitetto 's design of the first venue outside Italy for restaurant chain VyTA is an
The shortlist has been revealed for the World Architecture Festival (WAF) 2019 Awards and leisure
Six Flags has announced new details for its long-awaited venture in Saudi Arabia, revealing among
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
A virtual reality massage centre is due to open in Los Angeles, California this July.
Shanghai developer Shimao Property Holdings is to build a new Smurfs-themed destination in the Dream
The huge new theme park in Ankara, Turkey, that had been known as Ankapark has
Dr Marc Cohen, professor at Australia’s RMIT University and board member of the Global Wellness
Dutch fairytale-based theme park Efteling will transform into a “winter wonderland of twinkling lights, bonfires
The Shimao Wonderland InterContinental (IHG), the world’s first underground hotel, has opened in Songjiang, around
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
InterContinental Hotels Group’s long-awaited adventurous hotel, which will sit in a 328ft (100m)-deep quarry in
Media server specialist 7thSense Design has been honoured in the 2018 Install Awards. The Install
Spa, fitness and lifestyle consultancy and management firm WTS International is celebrating a longstanding client’s
Remote holiday specialists Off the Map Travel have created another of their mobile semi-transparent glamping
With the imminent arrival of spring across Europe and temperatures tentatively rising, the ephemeral Icehotel
An 18th-century restaurant and cafe in Venice’s historic St Mark’s Square has reopened following a
Cedar Fair has enjoyed a successful 2017, with revenue and income rising over the last
In a year of ups, downs, loops and scoops, Attractions Management looks back at some
A Yorkshire eco-spa has created a 'snow garden' as part of its plans to attract
New rides and immersive entertainment are delivering record attendances and in-park spending for Cedar Fair,
Architects and masterplanners Chapman Taylor have completed a “game changing” leisure and retail destination in
Hospitality designer Bill Bensley has teamed up with Cambodian luxury boutique hotel group Shinta Mani
Morgan’s Wonderland is preparing for the launch of its new super-accessible waterpark, with the multi-million
The Vaults – a labyrinthine of tunnels beneath Waterloo Station in central London – will
Morgan’s Wonderland – the San Antonio-based theme park which caters specifically to the disabled –
Tick Tock Unlock, which operates a number of immersive escape room facilities in the UK,
Here are some of the stories that appeared on CLAD this week, from Apple’s leisure-filled
For his latest grandiose Southeast Asian resort project, designer Bill Bensley has taken his inspiration
Wonderland – Dubai’s first theme park which closed its doors in 2013 – will be
Developers of shopping malls and large retail centres can no longer ignore leisure, the director
Kyoichiro Uenishi, president of Tokyo Disney Resort operator Oriental Land Co, has said the company
Hollywood star Jessica Biel and a consortium of stylists, writers, entrepreneurs and philanthropists have opened
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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
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
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
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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 fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, 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
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
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
HCM magazine
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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
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: 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.
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: Total Vibration Solutions Ltd (TVS Group)
TVS Group includes TVS Sports Surfaces, TVS Gym Flooring, TVS Play Surfaces and TVS Acoustics. ...
Company profiles
Company profile: The Fitness Group Education
The Fitness Group is a UK provider of fitness education, working with gyms and organisations ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Alliance Leisure Services (Design, Build and Fund) press release: Studio transformation completed at Burscough Wellbeing and Leisure Hub
Alliance Leisure are proud to have supported West Lancashire Borough Council to deliver a £300,000 studio transformation project at Burscough Wellbeing and Leisure Hub, creating a dedicated group exercise space designed to meet growing demand for fitness
Featured press releases
Pure Energy Music press release: Could you be the last one standing? The new 3½-minute fitness challenge everyone's talking about
#HoldThatBody is a new 3½-minute fitness challenge inviting people everywhere to put their strength, determination and staying power to the test. All you need is a squat or a press- up, one specially engineered soundtrack and the determination not to give up.
Directory
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
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
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