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The £33.9 million Leighton Leisure and Community Centre has opened in Leighton Buzzard, UK, creating
YogaSix, the yoga brand owned by Xponential Fitness, has launched a heated, Pilates-inspired class called
Australia’s fast-growing fitness network, Viva Leisure, is adding a low-cost gym brand to its already
Swire Hotels’ luxury hospitality brand Upper House has revealed it will roll out its two-day
Solidcore, which is majority owned by L Catterton, has confirmed that it is actively exploring

The turnaround at Xponential Fitness is yet to bear fruit, as Q1 revenues

Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Australian reformer franchise, Studio Pilates International, is launching a competitive concept – The Pilates Games
Boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness, has initiated a review of strategic alternatives to maximise shareholder value,
Boutique fitness brand, Barry’s, has opened its 100th studio in New York. Now 27-years-old, the
Boutique fitness brand, Psycle, launched its seventh site in London Bridge earlier this month, introducing
A social third space called Lore Bathing Club has opened in New York City’s NoHo
Boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness struck an optimistic tone when releasing its Q2 results, introducing Mike
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Fitness software startup Glofox has secured a US$10m worth of Series A funding. Led by
Millennials and Gen Zers are redefining the wellness landscape, according to the recently released McKinsey
Following strong full-year results, PureGym has revealed it's planning to launch 70 gyms this year,
Toronto boutique operator, Sweat and Tonic, has announced the launch of a new reformer Pilates
Xplor Mariana Tek, the boutique fitness software platform from Xplor Technologies, has announced a suite
Boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness has bolstered its senior leadership team with four new appointments, following
Boutique fitness brand, Barry's – which indicated last June that it was looking for a new
The social wellness club movement that has taken the US East Coast by storm looks
President of Xponential Fitness, Sarah Luna, has left the company – one of the world’s
Respected retention expert, Dr Paul Bedford, will be continuing his popular tenetion event after a
Steve Wright, Power Plate’s VP of UK & EMEA, firmly believes the boutique and studio
US boutique franchise business, Extraordinary Brands, has added to its portfolio of boutique brands with
Martin Seibold, CEO of LifeFit Group, has joined Les Mills as a non-executive director. Acknowledged
Boutique fitness software platform, Xplor Mariana Tek, has launched in-app gamification to help studios motivate
David Beckham and F45 Training have finally settled the breach-of-contract lawsuit around Beckham’s ambassadorial agreement
Xponential Fitness today indefinitely suspended founder and CEO, Anthony Geisler, saying it had been notified
Atlanta-based boutique fitness software company, Xplor Mariana Tek, has kicked off a push for international
The first bricks and mortar Kinrgy studio opens today (1 March) in West Hollywood. Founded
Richard North has taken up the role of CEO at United Fitness Brands (UFB), owner
The fitness industry is gearing up to engage with the medical profession according to the
A new boutique fitness operator launches in London in February 2024 in the form of
Xponential Fitness has acquired metabolic health business, Lindora, as its eleventh brand from Solis Capital
Xponential Fitness, the largest global franchisor of boutique fitness brands, has announced the opening of
There are now more than 300 boutique fitness studios across London – an increase of
Consumers now consider health and fitness to be an essential area of expenditure and despite
Xponential Fitness shares are recovering following a fightback by the directors after the publication of
Boutique fitness operator, Blok, has launched a new studio concept which mixes curated fitness classes
Urban Gym Group is adding to its network of fitness clubs with the opening of
12,300
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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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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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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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People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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Owner, Stride Fitness
My goal was to invest in where fitness is going, not where it’s already been
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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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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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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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Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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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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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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As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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boutique fitness news

The £33.9 million Leighton Leisure and Community Centre has opened in Leighton Buzzard, UK, creating
YogaSix, the yoga brand owned by Xponential Fitness, has launched a heated, Pilates-inspired class called
Australia’s fast-growing fitness network, Viva Leisure, is adding a low-cost gym brand to its already
Swire Hotels’ luxury hospitality brand Upper House has revealed it will roll out its two-day
Solidcore, which is majority owned by L Catterton, has confirmed that it is actively exploring

The turnaround at Xponential Fitness is yet to bear fruit, as Q1 revenues

Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Australian reformer franchise, Studio Pilates International, is launching a competitive concept – The Pilates Games
Boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness, has initiated a review of strategic alternatives to maximise shareholder value,
Boutique fitness brand, Barry’s, has opened its 100th studio in New York. Now 27-years-old, the
Boutique fitness brand, Psycle, launched its seventh site in London Bridge earlier this month, introducing
A social third space called Lore Bathing Club has opened in New York City’s NoHo
Boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness struck an optimistic tone when releasing its Q2 results, introducing Mike
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Fitness software startup Glofox has secured a US$10m worth of Series A funding. Led by
Millennials and Gen Zers are redefining the wellness landscape, according to the recently released McKinsey
Following strong full-year results, PureGym has revealed it's planning to launch 70 gyms this year,
Toronto boutique operator, Sweat and Tonic, has announced the launch of a new reformer Pilates
Xplor Mariana Tek, the boutique fitness software platform from Xplor Technologies, has announced a suite
Boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness has bolstered its senior leadership team with four new appointments, following
Boutique fitness brand, Barry's – which indicated last June that it was looking for a new
The social wellness club movement that has taken the US East Coast by storm looks
President of Xponential Fitness, Sarah Luna, has left the company – one of the world’s
Respected retention expert, Dr Paul Bedford, will be continuing his popular tenetion event after a
Steve Wright, Power Plate’s VP of UK & EMEA, firmly believes the boutique and studio
US boutique franchise business, Extraordinary Brands, has added to its portfolio of boutique brands with
Martin Seibold, CEO of LifeFit Group, has joined Les Mills as a non-executive director. Acknowledged
Boutique fitness software platform, Xplor Mariana Tek, has launched in-app gamification to help studios motivate
David Beckham and F45 Training have finally settled the breach-of-contract lawsuit around Beckham’s ambassadorial agreement
Xponential Fitness today indefinitely suspended founder and CEO, Anthony Geisler, saying it had been notified
Atlanta-based boutique fitness software company, Xplor Mariana Tek, has kicked off a push for international
The first bricks and mortar Kinrgy studio opens today (1 March) in West Hollywood. Founded
Richard North has taken up the role of CEO at United Fitness Brands (UFB), owner
The fitness industry is gearing up to engage with the medical profession according to the
A new boutique fitness operator launches in London in February 2024 in the form of
Xponential Fitness has acquired metabolic health business, Lindora, as its eleventh brand from Solis Capital
Xponential Fitness, the largest global franchisor of boutique fitness brands, has announced the opening of
There are now more than 300 boutique fitness studios across London – an increase of
Consumers now consider health and fitness to be an essential area of expenditure and despite
Xponential Fitness shares are recovering following a fightback by the directors after the publication of
Boutique fitness operator, Blok, has launched a new studio concept which mixes curated fitness classes
Urban Gym Group is adding to its network of fitness clubs with the opening of
1 - 40 of 12,300
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Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
HCM promotional features
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Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
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
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Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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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
HCM promotional features
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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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
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
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
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
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
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
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
HCM magazine
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Opinion
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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: Cornerstone Connect helps Active Blackpool tackle health inequalities
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple systems to be aggregated into one dataset, to support its focus on reducing health inequalities and improving healthy life expectancy.
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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.
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PSLT offer a range of new and refurbished fitness equipment being the UK supplier of ...
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Company profile: Output Sports
Output Sports provides performance technology for modern training facilities. Our integrated platform combines testing, monitoring ...
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Catalogue Gallery
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Featured press releases
Fitbench press release: Fitbench unlocks the power of every square metre with Fitrack
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