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The next Third Space club in London has been announced, slated to open in 2028.
It’s been a great morning at the sell-out HCM Summit in London, with six inspirational
The finalists of the UK Active Awards 2025 have been announced today (19 August) following
Following success in watersports such as sailing, canoeing, windsurfing and swimming at the Paris Olympics
Finalists for the UK Active Awards 2024 have been announced. Winners from across the 14
Fitness International has announced the acquisition of XSport Fitness, adding to its portfolio of brands,
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming
More than 200 organisations and athletes in the UK have signed an open letter to
Populous have unveiled their plans for a state-of-the-art e-sports arena, designed to stand as a
Iberian operator, Go fit, has confirmed its plans to move into the Italian market next
Pulse Fitness is delighted to announce the return of Liam Lister to its team of
UK operator, Bannatyne Group, has revisited one of its classic brands to launch a budget
Gym equipment is a vital investment that requires routine maintenance and regular repairs. The most
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Garmin has released its Connect Fitness Report for 2022, which shows that users of its
Ten years after the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the London Legacy Development Corporation
ServiceSport UK has invested significantly in several industry-leading 3D printers to meet the demand for
LA Fitness co-founder, David Turner, has acquired the assets and IPs of The Leisure Database
Go Fit has been selected by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) as
PerformX Live set the new benchmark in fitness on the 18th & 19th March by
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
Celebrating its milestone fifth anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of
VRstudios and Creative Works have launched a new VR-based multiplayer attraction. Described as the world’s
Xponential Fitness has secured a deal that will see its branded boutique studios being set
HCM understands that Fitness International, which operates more than 700 health clubs under the LA
Ingesport – which operates the GO fit chain in Spain and Portugal – reports that
Construction work has begun on the huge Shanghai International New Cultural and Creative esports Center.
Virgin Active has become the latest big-box operator to signal its intention to raise cash
An online fitness community, created by personal trainer and social media influencer, Talilla Henchoz, during
Health and fitness company Ingesport – which operates the GO fit chain of gyms in
The physical activity sector is adapting to the difficult circumstances caused by COVID-19 (Coronavirus), according
Wales and Real Madrid star Gareth Bale has launched an esports team – the second
Atari have announced that they are working with GSD Group and film producer Napoleon Smith
Sheffield Hallam University’s Advanced Wellbeing Research Centre (AWRC) will officially open on 24 January. The
A surge in investments made into the booming esports sector is now creating competition for
Plans have been revealed to build Europe's largest esports gaming hub in the Swedish capital
Sports stadium and events venue experts Populous have unveiled designs for the largest video gaming
The newly rebranded Entertainment, Attractions and Gaming International Expo (EAG), which will take place at
The Bannatyne Group has completed a £750,000 redevelopment of its latest acquisition, the historic Cookridge
ITEC Entertainment is developing a major new theme park in China based on video gaming,
Virtuix, developer of both the Omni VR treadmill and VR Arena esports attraction, has installed
Architectural design and planning firm Hellmuth, Obata & Kassabaum (HOK) and software company SAP have
The English and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has embarked on a project to evaluate the
Ukactive has named Huw Edwards, director of public affairs and research, as acting CEO until
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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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Insight
Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
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Talking point
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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Specifier
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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Research
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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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
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Editor's letter
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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Interview
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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Welcome to Elevate 2026
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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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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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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
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
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
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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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Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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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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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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Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
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eSport news

The next Third Space club in London has been announced, slated to open in 2028.
It’s been a great morning at the sell-out HCM Summit in London, with six inspirational
The finalists of the UK Active Awards 2025 have been announced today (19 August) following
Following success in watersports such as sailing, canoeing, windsurfing and swimming at the Paris Olympics
Finalists for the UK Active Awards 2024 have been announced. Winners from across the 14
Fitness International has announced the acquisition of XSport Fitness, adding to its portfolio of brands,
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming
More than 200 organisations and athletes in the UK have signed an open letter to
Populous have unveiled their plans for a state-of-the-art e-sports arena, designed to stand as a
Iberian operator, Go fit, has confirmed its plans to move into the Italian market next
Pulse Fitness is delighted to announce the return of Liam Lister to its team of
UK operator, Bannatyne Group, has revisited one of its classic brands to launch a budget
Gym equipment is a vital investment that requires routine maintenance and regular repairs. The most
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Garmin has released its Connect Fitness Report for 2022, which shows that users of its
Ten years after the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the London Legacy Development Corporation
ServiceSport UK has invested significantly in several industry-leading 3D printers to meet the demand for
LA Fitness co-founder, David Turner, has acquired the assets and IPs of The Leisure Database
Go Fit has been selected by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) as
PerformX Live set the new benchmark in fitness on the 18th & 19th March by
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
Celebrating its milestone fifth anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of
VRstudios and Creative Works have launched a new VR-based multiplayer attraction. Described as the world’s
Xponential Fitness has secured a deal that will see its branded boutique studios being set
HCM understands that Fitness International, which operates more than 700 health clubs under the LA
Ingesport – which operates the GO fit chain in Spain and Portugal – reports that
Construction work has begun on the huge Shanghai International New Cultural and Creative esports Center.
Virgin Active has become the latest big-box operator to signal its intention to raise cash
An online fitness community, created by personal trainer and social media influencer, Talilla Henchoz, during
Health and fitness company Ingesport – which operates the GO fit chain of gyms in
The physical activity sector is adapting to the difficult circumstances caused by COVID-19 (Coronavirus), according
Wales and Real Madrid star Gareth Bale has launched an esports team – the second
Atari have announced that they are working with GSD Group and film producer Napoleon Smith
Sheffield Hallam University’s Advanced Wellbeing Research Centre (AWRC) will officially open on 24 January. The
A surge in investments made into the booming esports sector is now creating competition for
Plans have been revealed to build Europe's largest esports gaming hub in the Swedish capital
Sports stadium and events venue experts Populous have unveiled designs for the largest video gaming
The newly rebranded Entertainment, Attractions and Gaming International Expo (EAG), which will take place at
The Bannatyne Group has completed a £750,000 redevelopment of its latest acquisition, the historic Cookridge
ITEC Entertainment is developing a major new theme park in China based on video gaming,
Virtuix, developer of both the Omni VR treadmill and VR Arena esports attraction, has installed
Architectural design and planning firm Hellmuth, Obata & Kassabaum (HOK) and software company SAP have
The English and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has embarked on a project to evaluate the
Ukactive has named Huw Edwards, director of public affairs and research, as acting CEO until
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HCM promotional features
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Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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
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
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Promotion
Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company
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
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
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
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
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
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
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
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
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: Elevate 2026 to mark 10-year anniversary with biggest ever waterfront drinks reception
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming the event’s largest-ever drinks reception as registrations continue to run more than 10% ahead of last year.
Company profiles
Company profile: Safe Space Lockers
We provide a full turn-key solution for clients from design and consultation, through to bespoke ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Swim England
Swim England was the only governing body of swimming in the world when it was ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
GYMNATION press release: Massive ‘Good Luck’ message appears in Saudi Desert as Green Falcons head to World Cup
Passengers flying out of Riyadh this week have been treated to an extraordinary sight from the skies after GymNation unveiled a giant desert sand mural supporting the Saudi Arabia National Football Team ahead of the FIFA World Cup in the United States.
Featured press releases
BLK BOX press release: BLK BOX strengthens European growth with the appointment of Germany country manager Timo Garrels
BLK BOX is proud to welcome Timo Garrels as Germany country manager, marking another important step in the brand’s continued growth across Europe.
Directory
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
13-13 Jun 2026
Worldwide, Various,
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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