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Glasgow Clyde College (GCC) is introducing an innovative UK degree-level qualification: the Advanced Leadership in
Leading spa and beauty organisation CIDESCO International has partnered with cancer education charity Wellness for
Scottish hotel group Crerar Hotels has unveiled a new spa therapist apprenticeship programme in a
After a steadfast strategic campaign, the British Beauty Council, UK Spa Association, British Association of
Chiva-Som International Academy, a professional wellness school in Bangkok, Thailand, has announced the launch of
CIDESCO International, the standards setter for the global spa and beauty industries, has announced that
Elevate Arena
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Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Independent hotel group Hastings Hotels has named Niamh Rice as the new spa manager at
Elemis, a UK-based luxury skincare brand, has been named as a brand partner at the
Skincare brand Elemental Herbology has appointed Carolyne as global sales director. Beck has 25 years’
CIDESCO, the standards setter for the global spa and beauty industries, has announced a new
Habia, a standards setting body for the hair and beauty industries, has named the Gerrard
Luxury boutique hotel collection, the Eden Hotel Collection has entered launched an apprenticeship programme with
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
CIDESCO, the international standard setter for the spa industry, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding
The University of Derby has announced a new partnership with the London College of Beauty
Beauty entrepreneur Susan Gerrard has launched a branded training academy for the UK spa market.
A string of product houses have signed a partnership deal with spa and wellness training
UK-based independent hotel group Macdonald Hotels & Resorts is continuing to invest in its wellness
Ayurvedic specialist Dr. Kannan Nettath will be among the speakers at this year’s Cidesco World
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Billed as London’s finest private member’s club, The Lanesborough Club & Spa will launch on
Offering a selection of new courses to develop and nurture the next generation of beauty
The Vocational Charitable Trust (VTCT), a UK-based organisation that offers vocational qualifications, has acquired London-based
Training provider Lifetime Training opened its flagship beauty academy near Manchester, England, last week. Lifetime
Students hoping to enroll for beauty therapy courses at Tring, England-based Champneys International College are
UK beauty therapy training school Champneys International College of Beauty is looking to extend its
Reena Hammer has been appointed managing director of London-based The Urban Retreat Group, which operates
UK-based Lifetime Training is launching a new range of accredited qualifications for beauty therapists. The
Privately-owned UK hotel group Macdonald Hotels & Resorts has welcomed its first spa apprentices, who
Privately owned UK hotel group Macdonald Hotels has partnered with Cheshire, England-based The International School
The Bali International Spa Academy (BISA) is launching a licensing programme for those interested in
Spa and wellness consultancy Raison d’Etre has appointed Anna-Cari Gund – president of global association
Aromatherapy Associates Group has continued its recent hiring spree to foster business growth, appointing Laura
The British Association of Beauty Therapy & Cosmetology (BABTAC) and The Confederation of International Beauty
A brand new leisure centre for Witham in Essex – replacing the existing Bramston Sports
The Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa has launched its So Spa on the Denarau Island,
Spa training organisation, Comité International d'Esthétique et de Cosmétologie (CIDESCO) has announced the addition of
24/7 Fitness has taken over Birmingham’s iconic Fort Dunlop building as the site for its
Having spent the day at the Professional Spa & Wellness Convention in London, industry leaders
The British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology (BABTAC) has said that the government’s review
More than one in five people feel that men should not work as beauty therapists,
The British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology (BABTAC) is to increase its training and
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Researchers have long known that the brain changes as a result of exercise. Now researchers believe this process is actually driven by the brain
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Record market penetration in the UK fitness sector masks a deeper shift around consumer engagement, according to a report from Grant Thornton and UK Active, as Liz Terry reports
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Deena Gillan

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There are so many dedicated people in the independent sector – they work hard because they’re passionate about changing lives
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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
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Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
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Phillip Mills

CEO, Les Mills
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
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Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
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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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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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Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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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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Stephen Price

Founder, SP&Co Group
Working in public health over the last few years has lit up parts of my brain again
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I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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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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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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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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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…
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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
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beauty therapy news

Glasgow Clyde College (GCC) is introducing an innovative UK degree-level qualification: the Advanced Leadership in
Leading spa and beauty organisation CIDESCO International has partnered with cancer education charity Wellness for
Scottish hotel group Crerar Hotels has unveiled a new spa therapist apprenticeship programme in a
After a steadfast strategic campaign, the British Beauty Council, UK Spa Association, British Association of
Chiva-Som International Academy, a professional wellness school in Bangkok, Thailand, has announced the launch of
CIDESCO International, the standards setter for the global spa and beauty industries, has announced that
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Independent hotel group Hastings Hotels has named Niamh Rice as the new spa manager at
Elemis, a UK-based luxury skincare brand, has been named as a brand partner at the
Skincare brand Elemental Herbology has appointed Carolyne as global sales director. Beck has 25 years’
CIDESCO, the standards setter for the global spa and beauty industries, has announced a new
Habia, a standards setting body for the hair and beauty industries, has named the Gerrard
Luxury boutique hotel collection, the Eden Hotel Collection has entered launched an apprenticeship programme with
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
CIDESCO, the international standard setter for the spa industry, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding
The University of Derby has announced a new partnership with the London College of Beauty
Beauty entrepreneur Susan Gerrard has launched a branded training academy for the UK spa market.
A string of product houses have signed a partnership deal with spa and wellness training
UK-based independent hotel group Macdonald Hotels & Resorts is continuing to invest in its wellness
Ayurvedic specialist Dr. Kannan Nettath will be among the speakers at this year’s Cidesco World
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Billed as London’s finest private member’s club, The Lanesborough Club & Spa will launch on
Offering a selection of new courses to develop and nurture the next generation of beauty
The Vocational Charitable Trust (VTCT), a UK-based organisation that offers vocational qualifications, has acquired London-based
Training provider Lifetime Training opened its flagship beauty academy near Manchester, England, last week. Lifetime
Students hoping to enroll for beauty therapy courses at Tring, England-based Champneys International College are
UK beauty therapy training school Champneys International College of Beauty is looking to extend its
Reena Hammer has been appointed managing director of London-based The Urban Retreat Group, which operates
UK-based Lifetime Training is launching a new range of accredited qualifications for beauty therapists. The
Privately-owned UK hotel group Macdonald Hotels & Resorts has welcomed its first spa apprentices, who
Privately owned UK hotel group Macdonald Hotels has partnered with Cheshire, England-based The International School
The Bali International Spa Academy (BISA) is launching a licensing programme for those interested in
Spa and wellness consultancy Raison d’Etre has appointed Anna-Cari Gund – president of global association
Aromatherapy Associates Group has continued its recent hiring spree to foster business growth, appointing Laura
The British Association of Beauty Therapy & Cosmetology (BABTAC) and The Confederation of International Beauty
A brand new leisure centre for Witham in Essex – replacing the existing Bramston Sports
The Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa has launched its So Spa on the Denarau Island,
Spa training organisation, Comité International d'Esthétique et de Cosmétologie (CIDESCO) has announced the addition of
24/7 Fitness has taken over Birmingham’s iconic Fort Dunlop building as the site for its
Having spent the day at the Professional Spa & Wellness Convention in London, industry leaders
The British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology (BABTAC) has said that the government’s review
More than one in five people feel that men should not work as beauty therapists,
The British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology (BABTAC) is to increase its training and
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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
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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
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
Sponsored
Active IQ is calling for greater accountability in online fitness advice with the launch of a new trustmark
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
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
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
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
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
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
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
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
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
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: Reaching the people most gyms miss: Bedford Gym & Swim Campaign delivers 410 new members
One of the biggest mistakes the fitness industry still makes is advertising almost exclusively to people who already look and live like gym members.
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: IndigoFitness
IndigoFitness creates bespoke training spaces for commercial, education, public-sector, and specialist clients including the MoD ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Orbit4
Orbit4 is a digital operations platform designed to help fitness and leisure operators manage assets, ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Create PT press release: Create sets a new standard with its new personal training diploma
Create's new Personal Training Diploma is built on the depth, real-client practice and coaching judgement that turn a qualification into genuine readiness - taught as one continuous course so that every skill is reinforced and applied, not cleared once and forgotten.
Featured press releases
Leisure Energy press release: Studley Leisure Centre solar panel installation project begins
Stratford-on-Avon District Council is delighted to announce a new solar panel installation project at Studley Leisure Centre, marking an important step towards improving the sustainability of this valued community facility.
Directory
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
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
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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