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Mandarin Oriental has announced a standalone residence brand, Mansions, which will debut at Emirates Palace,
Spanish preventative health operator, SHA, has formed its Global Scientific Advisory Board, comprising experts from
Wellfit has announced the launch of a flagship location at Reem Hall in Abu Dhabi.
Zoe Wall has been appointed VP of wellness for AB Living Group.  With more than
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has released an updated report showing the UAE’s wellness economy
Photos of Zayed National Museum have been released ahead of its planned opening in December
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Two London-based UBX gyms have become affiliated partners of the global race brand, Hyrox. Boxing,
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has revealed a list of some of the speakers that
Bulgari Hotels and Resorts has signed an agreement with UAE real estate developer Eagle Hills
The 2025 Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has changed location to the upcoming Mandarin Oriental Downtown
Spanish preventative health operator, SHA Wellness, is collaborating with Whoop to enhance its Leaders Performance
Lift Brands – parent company of Snap Fitness – has reacquired its own master franchise
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
UAE developer Aldar has announced plans for The Wilds, a new wellness-focused community coming to
Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts is set to launch its “most significant wellbeing offering” to date
Fitness participation rates in the United Arab Emirates and Kingdom Saudi Arabia are growing faster
The 19th annual Global Wellness Summit (GWS) will be held from 18-21 November 2025 at
Susan Turner, CEO of PureGym Middle East, has told HCM the company is extending its
The Wellness Tourism Association (WTA) is gearing up to host its fourth annual International Wellness
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Boxing and strength franchise UBX has taken a step closer to realising its ambitions to
Thirty one per cent of adults worldwide – approximately 1.8 billion people – did not
Spanish wellness brand SHA Wellness Clinic is busy preparing to bolster its wellness portfolio in
Eight of the world’s leading spa operations were honoured at the annual World Spa and
Spanish wellness brand, SHA Wellness Clinic, will open its first international outpost in Mexico today
Kerzner International has officially opened the doors to its striking new vertical resort, One&Only One
Irish marine seaweed brand Voya is celebrating a significant development in its global expansion, having
Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts has announced plans to unveil its biggest property and most impressive
Spanish wellness brand SHA Wellness will open its Latin American flagship in January in Costa
Spanish football club, Real Madrid, has signed a global partnership agreement with Visit Dubai, which
Integrative medical-wellness spa brand SHA Wellness has enhanced its Alicante destination with new sexual health
Wellfit, UAE-based operator of vast health and fitness, sport and wellness clubs, has announced plans
Hospitality consulting and intelligence firm HVS* has appointed Peter Anderson as a managing director and
Pure Gym Arabia, the franchise partner of Pure Gym Group in the Middle East, has
Alfredo Bataller, founder of established Spanish destination spa Sha Wellness Clinic (SHA), has launched a
Kerala, India, has been selected as the location for the first-ever Tulah property – the
Professional skincare and spa brand Swissline has partnered with the new spa at Anantara World
After a three-year hiatus, FIBO’s return on 7-10 April 2022 heralded a strong restart for
Six Senses will enter the UAE market in 2024 with a 61-room hotel and 162
A new creative hub in Doha looks to position itself as the new heart of
In a major move against the gym market, Apple has revealed a number of upgrades
Work has been completed on the Khor Kalba Turtle and Wildlife Sanctuary in Sharjah, United
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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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Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
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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
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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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Pulse Fitness has created a new health club delivering an elevated wellness experience
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Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company
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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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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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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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HCM People

Phillip Mills

CEO, Les Mills
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
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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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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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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
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
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
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
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
HCM magazine
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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
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
HCM magazine
Opinion
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emirate news

Mandarin Oriental has announced a standalone residence brand, Mansions, which will debut at Emirates Palace,
Spanish preventative health operator, SHA, has formed its Global Scientific Advisory Board, comprising experts from
Wellfit has announced the launch of a flagship location at Reem Hall in Abu Dhabi.
Zoe Wall has been appointed VP of wellness for AB Living Group.  With more than
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has released an updated report showing the UAE’s wellness economy
Photos of Zayed National Museum have been released ahead of its planned opening in December
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Two London-based UBX gyms have become affiliated partners of the global race brand, Hyrox. Boxing,
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has revealed a list of some of the speakers that
Bulgari Hotels and Resorts has signed an agreement with UAE real estate developer Eagle Hills
The 2025 Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has changed location to the upcoming Mandarin Oriental Downtown
Spanish preventative health operator, SHA Wellness, is collaborating with Whoop to enhance its Leaders Performance
Lift Brands – parent company of Snap Fitness – has reacquired its own master franchise
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
UAE developer Aldar has announced plans for The Wilds, a new wellness-focused community coming to
Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts is set to launch its “most significant wellbeing offering” to date
Fitness participation rates in the United Arab Emirates and Kingdom Saudi Arabia are growing faster
The 19th annual Global Wellness Summit (GWS) will be held from 18-21 November 2025 at
Susan Turner, CEO of PureGym Middle East, has told HCM the company is extending its
The Wellness Tourism Association (WTA) is gearing up to host its fourth annual International Wellness
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Boxing and strength franchise UBX has taken a step closer to realising its ambitions to
Thirty one per cent of adults worldwide – approximately 1.8 billion people – did not
Spanish wellness brand SHA Wellness Clinic is busy preparing to bolster its wellness portfolio in
Eight of the world’s leading spa operations were honoured at the annual World Spa and
Spanish wellness brand, SHA Wellness Clinic, will open its first international outpost in Mexico today
Kerzner International has officially opened the doors to its striking new vertical resort, One&Only One
Irish marine seaweed brand Voya is celebrating a significant development in its global expansion, having
Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts has announced plans to unveil its biggest property and most impressive
Spanish wellness brand SHA Wellness will open its Latin American flagship in January in Costa
Spanish football club, Real Madrid, has signed a global partnership agreement with Visit Dubai, which
Integrative medical-wellness spa brand SHA Wellness has enhanced its Alicante destination with new sexual health
Wellfit, UAE-based operator of vast health and fitness, sport and wellness clubs, has announced plans
Hospitality consulting and intelligence firm HVS* has appointed Peter Anderson as a managing director and
Pure Gym Arabia, the franchise partner of Pure Gym Group in the Middle East, has
Alfredo Bataller, founder of established Spanish destination spa Sha Wellness Clinic (SHA), has launched a
Kerala, India, has been selected as the location for the first-ever Tulah property – the
Professional skincare and spa brand Swissline has partnered with the new spa at Anantara World
After a three-year hiatus, FIBO’s return on 7-10 April 2022 heralded a strong restart for
Six Senses will enter the UAE market in 2024 with a 61-room hotel and 162
A new creative hub in Doha looks to position itself as the new heart of
In a major move against the gym market, Apple has revealed a number of upgrades
Work has been completed on the Khor Kalba Turtle and Wildlife Sanctuary in Sharjah, United
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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
Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Pulse Fitness has created a new health club delivering an elevated wellness experience
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
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
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
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
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
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
HCM magazine
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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
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
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: GymNation
Ranging from 25,000 to 60,000 square feet, GymNation is open 24/7, 365 days a year ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Kemitron GmbH
Kemitron is a German family-owned company specialising in the development and manufacture of high-quality products ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - From nightclub to health club
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
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
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
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