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“For 5,000 years humans have been emotionally moved by artworks, but the relationship has always
Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) has unveiled its design for Eve Music Hall in Čepin, eastern
Lithuanian care operator Addere Care has launched a “wellness care hospital” in Vilnius. It's the
Naples Beach Club, a Four Seasons Resort, has opened a 2,800sq m spa called The
Hotel owner-operator MCR Hotels is inviting the public to provide feedback on development plans for
Cheshire-based, leisure charity, Everybody Health and Leisure, has announced the appointment of four high-profile patrons,
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
The €200m (US$221.3 million, £169.7 million) Pical Resort, Valamar Collection has opened in Croatia with
Seatrade Cruise Global, the trade event for cruise lines, destinations, suppliers and innovators, has added
Managing director of awarding body, Active IQ, Jenny Patrickson, is leaving to focus on consultancy,
Kirklevington Hall, a former country house hotel in North Yorkshire, UK, has received planning permission
The Francis Hotel has opened its spa following a £14 million (US$17.8 million, €16.4 million)
Capella Hotel Group has announced Roland Fasel will become president in April. Founded in Singapore,
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
In spite of the Iran war, Six Senses is now taking reservations for September at
Spa design consultancy TLee Spas and Wellness has appointed Ana Goldstein-Kogan as senior architect and
The Newman Hotel in London, UK, the first to be operated by management company Kinsfolk
IHG has revealed details of the new Regent Spa and Wellness concept it intends to
Meraki Wellness, a new standalone 16,000sq ft wellness destination, will debut in Grand Cayman, Cayman
Spa design consultancy TLee Spas and Wellness has appointed Jeanine Allpress-Cliffe as vice president. Allpress-Cliffe
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
The World Economic Forum has released a report to address the undercapitalised opportunities women’s health
The boutique eco-friendly village resort Desa Potato Head Bali has introduced a series of gentle
Amsterdam-based wellness consultancy Nayad Wellbeing has teamed up with professor Jonathan Paul de Vierville, head
World-class golf destination resort Te Arai Links in New Zealand has debuted its new spa
Michael Lahm has established a new turnkey spa development consultancy called Reservoir. Lahm brings 30
Creative audio consultancy MindFidelity has created a new wellness soundscape installation called Overtone, offering a
RLA Global finds wellness hotels are demonstrating unexpected stability amid economic pressure, according to the
Mary Tabacchi has been recognised with the Global Wellness Summit’s (GWS) coveted annual Leading Woman
Sandwell Leisure Trust launched its rebrand to Kore Sandwell on Monday 17 November. The name
Hôtel Royal in Evian-les-Bains, France – the birthplace of the Danone-owned mineral water brand Evian
Anna Bjurstam, strategic advisor for Six Senses and founder of spa consultancy Raison d’Etre, told
The first-ever Africa Wellness Congress drew around 100 people to Morocco earlier this month, offering
The Rosewood Doha’s social wellbeing club, Asaya, has opened in Qatar, offering hotel guests and
Valamar Riviera, a Croatian tourism company and hotel operator, will open its Pical Resort with
Mark Tweedie has joined the Devon-based Plymouth Active Leisure (PAL) board as a non-executive director
Wellbeing hospitality consultancy Lumina Wellbeing has curated a retreat in collaboration with Vietnam Detox –
Neil Jacobs will provide strategic advice to Cain International across the capital investment company’s portfolio
Verdala Wellness Hotel, an integrated adults-only wellness resort, has opened in Malta, overlooking Rabat’s valleys
Pub and hotel Ffolkes has revealed a destination spa that has cost just under £4
The publisher of industry magazine Spa and Wellness will host its 2025 Wellness Summit for
The spa and wellness industry is mourning the loss of Sharilyn Abbajay, honoured industry veteran
The Chancery Rosewood has opened its doors, revealing the luxury hotel and Asaya Spa that
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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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BLK BOX has been reimagining elite performance spaces for more than a decade. Founder and former athlete, Greg Bradley, tells us what it takes
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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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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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Research
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
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Specifier
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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Insight
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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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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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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Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
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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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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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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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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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I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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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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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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The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
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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
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consultancy news

“For 5,000 years humans have been emotionally moved by artworks, but the relationship has always
Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) has unveiled its design for Eve Music Hall in Čepin, eastern
Lithuanian care operator Addere Care has launched a “wellness care hospital” in Vilnius. It's the
Naples Beach Club, a Four Seasons Resort, has opened a 2,800sq m spa called The
Hotel owner-operator MCR Hotels is inviting the public to provide feedback on development plans for
Cheshire-based, leisure charity, Everybody Health and Leisure, has announced the appointment of four high-profile patrons,
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
The €200m (US$221.3 million, £169.7 million) Pical Resort, Valamar Collection has opened in Croatia with
Seatrade Cruise Global, the trade event for cruise lines, destinations, suppliers and innovators, has added
Managing director of awarding body, Active IQ, Jenny Patrickson, is leaving to focus on consultancy,
Kirklevington Hall, a former country house hotel in North Yorkshire, UK, has received planning permission
The Francis Hotel has opened its spa following a £14 million (US$17.8 million, €16.4 million)
Capella Hotel Group has announced Roland Fasel will become president in April. Founded in Singapore,
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
In spite of the Iran war, Six Senses is now taking reservations for September at
Spa design consultancy TLee Spas and Wellness has appointed Ana Goldstein-Kogan as senior architect and
The Newman Hotel in London, UK, the first to be operated by management company Kinsfolk
IHG has revealed details of the new Regent Spa and Wellness concept it intends to
Meraki Wellness, a new standalone 16,000sq ft wellness destination, will debut in Grand Cayman, Cayman
Spa design consultancy TLee Spas and Wellness has appointed Jeanine Allpress-Cliffe as vice president. Allpress-Cliffe
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
The World Economic Forum has released a report to address the undercapitalised opportunities women’s health
The boutique eco-friendly village resort Desa Potato Head Bali has introduced a series of gentle
Amsterdam-based wellness consultancy Nayad Wellbeing has teamed up with professor Jonathan Paul de Vierville, head
World-class golf destination resort Te Arai Links in New Zealand has debuted its new spa
Michael Lahm has established a new turnkey spa development consultancy called Reservoir. Lahm brings 30
Creative audio consultancy MindFidelity has created a new wellness soundscape installation called Overtone, offering a
RLA Global finds wellness hotels are demonstrating unexpected stability amid economic pressure, according to the
Mary Tabacchi has been recognised with the Global Wellness Summit’s (GWS) coveted annual Leading Woman
Sandwell Leisure Trust launched its rebrand to Kore Sandwell on Monday 17 November. The name
Hôtel Royal in Evian-les-Bains, France – the birthplace of the Danone-owned mineral water brand Evian
Anna Bjurstam, strategic advisor for Six Senses and founder of spa consultancy Raison d’Etre, told
The first-ever Africa Wellness Congress drew around 100 people to Morocco earlier this month, offering
The Rosewood Doha’s social wellbeing club, Asaya, has opened in Qatar, offering hotel guests and
Valamar Riviera, a Croatian tourism company and hotel operator, will open its Pical Resort with
Mark Tweedie has joined the Devon-based Plymouth Active Leisure (PAL) board as a non-executive director
Wellbeing hospitality consultancy Lumina Wellbeing has curated a retreat in collaboration with Vietnam Detox –
Neil Jacobs will provide strategic advice to Cain International across the capital investment company’s portfolio
Verdala Wellness Hotel, an integrated adults-only wellness resort, has opened in Malta, overlooking Rabat’s valleys
Pub and hotel Ffolkes has revealed a destination spa that has cost just under £4
The publisher of industry magazine Spa and Wellness will host its 2025 Wellness Summit for
The spa and wellness industry is mourning the loss of Sharilyn Abbajay, honoured industry veteran
The Chancery Rosewood has opened its doors, revealing the luxury hotel and Asaya Spa that
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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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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
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
New launch, Salus House, elevates boutique wellness with high service levels and a partnership with Technogym
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
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
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
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
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
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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
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
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
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
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: 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.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Supporting long-term health: why whole body vibration belongs in clinical settings
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay active, independent and feeling good for longer.
Company profiles
Company profile: Les Mills UK
Every week, millions of people get fit in 21,000 clubs, across 100 countries with the ...
Company profiles
Company profile: GymNation
Ranging from 25,000 to 60,000 square feet, GymNation is open 24/7, 365 days a year ...
Supplier Showcases
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Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Swim England press release: Swim England launches new Learn to Swim Growth Plan to support aquatic programme expansion
Swim England has strengthened its sector-leading Business Solutions offer with the launch of its Learn to Swim Growth Plan, designed to help aquatic providers unlock sustainable programme growth.
Featured press releases
CoverMe Ltd press release: CoverMe and Jobs In. Fitness partner to create end-to-end talent solution
CoverMe, the UK’s leading fitness workforce management and recruitment platform, has partnered with Jobs In. Fitness, the specialist executive search and advisory firm for the fitness and wellbeing sector, to give operators a single route to talent at every level – from frontline staffing to C-suite.
Directory
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
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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