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The owner of one of Australia's best-known waterparks has acquired a major competitor,

Minor Hotels has announced plans to open its first Anantara-branded property, Anantara Miami Resort and
Thirty-one research-backed strategies to positively influence spa guests ahead of their arrival have been published
Simon Casson, CEO of Corinthia Hotels, will leave his current position at his own request
Lifestyle operator Ennismore has announced two new Delano-branded hotel deals following the company’s partnership with
The first-ever Africa Wellness Congress drew around 100 people to Morocco earlier this month, offering
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Ecommerce company Excalibur Group has announced the strategic acquisition of spa deal website Spabreaks.com, enhancing
AI-powered automated massage company Aescape has secured deals with sportsmen Logan Paul and Tom Brady.
Kerzner International has opened its first purpose-built Siro and the launch of the fitness and
Growing the Health and Fitness Sector Together was the theme of this year’s EuropeActive European
Memberships of health clubs in Europe increased by almost four million in 2024 and revenues
The UK health and fitness industry is growing exponentially, with revenue up by 8.8 per
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Gym Gear has announced its official partnership with DEKA, a renowned fitness programme created by
UKinbound and ABTA have hosted a youth mobility drop-in event for politicians as part of
Ageing gracefully and elegantly is a universal aspiration. Achieving this goal is within reach through
UK Active has written to chancellor, Rachel Reeves, asking for measures to offset the cost
L'OCCITANE en Provence is pleased to announce the opening of the Spa by L’OCCITANE at
The LifeFit Group has acquired Body Culture Group's collection of 15 clubs, bringing the German
Jordan Fitness is excited to welcome Aran Pennick to lead its global sales operations as
Staycations are growing in popularity for people who want to “get away” without the hassle
The UK’s largest operator of affordable fitness, PureGym, has announced today that CEO Humphrey Cobbold
Agilysys, which bought spa software provider ResortSuite in 2021 has announced the acquisition of Book4Time,
Kerzner International has signed deals to operate two new Siro recovery hotels in Mexico and
PureGym saw revenues rise by 15 per cent in 2023, with the company announcing plans
Following three disrupted lockdown years, the European fitness market bounced back in 2023, according to
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
Luxury resort and casino Fontainebleau Las Vegas has unveiled its two-floor wellness retreat complete with
PureGym has delivered a positive set of third quarter results, with revenues increasing to £137.7m,
The second W3FIT event took place in Croatia recently, drawing buyers and suppliers together from
Swissline has two new five-star hotel addresses in Asia – The PuLi Hotel & Spa
US-based health club, lifestyle and wellness operator, Life Time, has published its Q3 2023 results,
PureGym’s holding company, Pinnacle Bidco, has completed the £805m refinancing which was announced on Tuesday
Gympass, the aggregator which specialises in corporate wellbeing, has achieved a US$2.4bn valuation, up from
The share price of F45 Training has fallen by 75 per cent, after the franchised
Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind regenerative tourism destinations Amaala and The Red Sea,
Lifestyle brand, Equinox has signed a deal with eight high-end consumer brands to create a
Registration is now open for Elevate, the largest UK trade show dedicated to fitness, sport
Dave Long, co-founder and CEO of Orangetheory Fitness, has told HCM the boutique fitness franchise
US-based fitness franchise, Workout Anytime, has confirmed that it signed deals for 49 more sites
When Canadian pickleball champion Steve Deakin injured his wrist, he used the Tut Trainer to
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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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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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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My goal was to invest in where fitness is going, not where it’s already been
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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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Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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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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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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Matt Parker

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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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New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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Profile
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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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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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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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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World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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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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The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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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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As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, 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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People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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The owner of one of Australia's best-known waterparks has acquired a major competitor,

Minor Hotels has announced plans to open its first Anantara-branded property, Anantara Miami Resort and
Thirty-one research-backed strategies to positively influence spa guests ahead of their arrival have been published
Simon Casson, CEO of Corinthia Hotels, will leave his current position at his own request
Lifestyle operator Ennismore has announced two new Delano-branded hotel deals following the company’s partnership with
The first-ever Africa Wellness Congress drew around 100 people to Morocco earlier this month, offering
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Ecommerce company Excalibur Group has announced the strategic acquisition of spa deal website Spabreaks.com, enhancing
AI-powered automated massage company Aescape has secured deals with sportsmen Logan Paul and Tom Brady.
Kerzner International has opened its first purpose-built Siro and the launch of the fitness and
Growing the Health and Fitness Sector Together was the theme of this year’s EuropeActive European
Memberships of health clubs in Europe increased by almost four million in 2024 and revenues
The UK health and fitness industry is growing exponentially, with revenue up by 8.8 per
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Gym Gear has announced its official partnership with DEKA, a renowned fitness programme created by
UKinbound and ABTA have hosted a youth mobility drop-in event for politicians as part of
Ageing gracefully and elegantly is a universal aspiration. Achieving this goal is within reach through
UK Active has written to chancellor, Rachel Reeves, asking for measures to offset the cost
L'OCCITANE en Provence is pleased to announce the opening of the Spa by L’OCCITANE at
The LifeFit Group has acquired Body Culture Group's collection of 15 clubs, bringing the German
Jordan Fitness is excited to welcome Aran Pennick to lead its global sales operations as
Staycations are growing in popularity for people who want to “get away” without the hassle
The UK’s largest operator of affordable fitness, PureGym, has announced today that CEO Humphrey Cobbold
Agilysys, which bought spa software provider ResortSuite in 2021 has announced the acquisition of Book4Time,
Kerzner International has signed deals to operate two new Siro recovery hotels in Mexico and
PureGym saw revenues rise by 15 per cent in 2023, with the company announcing plans
Following three disrupted lockdown years, the European fitness market bounced back in 2023, according to
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
Luxury resort and casino Fontainebleau Las Vegas has unveiled its two-floor wellness retreat complete with
PureGym has delivered a positive set of third quarter results, with revenues increasing to £137.7m,
The second W3FIT event took place in Croatia recently, drawing buyers and suppliers together from
Swissline has two new five-star hotel addresses in Asia – The PuLi Hotel & Spa
US-based health club, lifestyle and wellness operator, Life Time, has published its Q3 2023 results,
PureGym’s holding company, Pinnacle Bidco, has completed the £805m refinancing which was announced on Tuesday
Gympass, the aggregator which specialises in corporate wellbeing, has achieved a US$2.4bn valuation, up from
The share price of F45 Training has fallen by 75 per cent, after the franchised
Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind regenerative tourism destinations Amaala and The Red Sea,
Lifestyle brand, Equinox has signed a deal with eight high-end consumer brands to create a
Registration is now open for Elevate, the largest UK trade show dedicated to fitness, sport
Dave Long, co-founder and CEO of Orangetheory Fitness, has told HCM the boutique fitness franchise
US-based fitness franchise, Workout Anytime, has confirmed that it signed deals for 49 more sites
When Canadian pickleball champion Steve Deakin injured his wrist, he used the Tut Trainer to
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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
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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
Sponsored
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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
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
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
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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
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
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
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
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
HCM magazine
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
HCM magazine
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
HCM magazine
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
HCM magazine
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, 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
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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: 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.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Introducing a new era of Nautilus Leverage
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility differentiation and long-term commercial success.
Company profiles
Company profile: Wattbike
Wattbike’s mission is to make Wattbike the ultimate training partner for improving health and performance. ...
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Company profile: The Fitness Group Education
The Fitness Group is a UK provider of fitness education, working with gyms and organisations ...
Supplier Showcases
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Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Fitbench press release: Fitbench unlocks the power of every square metre with Fitrack
Fitbench, the commercial fitness equipment company known for simplifying training spaces and removing barriers to exercise, today announces the launch of Fitrack, a multi-person, multifunctional training system that transforms underutilised gym space into a complete small group training destination.
Featured press releases
Precor Fitness Ltd press release: BH Live partners with Precor, transforming the Mountbatten Leisure Centre Gym
Alongside Precor, BH Live, the registered charity and social enterprise operating sport and leisure facilities across southern England, has completed a major refurbishment of the gym at Mountbatten Leisure Centre in Portsmouth as a part of a £750,000 inve
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Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
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Newmark
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