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equality news

UK Active has announced details of its annual health and fitness industry awards ceremony, which
Elevate, the premier event in the physical activity, fitness, sports therapy and performance sector, is
CIMSPA has published its 2024-2030 strategy Releasing the Power of Our Profession, which sets out
Solving the UK's social care problem is the key to overcoming the financial challenges facing
New insight from UK quango, Sport England has found that healthy life expectancy in England
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) is everyone’s responsibility, especially given the industry’s ambition to broaden
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
At a recent think tank, The Tourism Society hosted a panel overseen by its first
The 15th annual Spa China Summit was recently held at the Ritz-Carlton in the northern
The top operators, suppliers and facilities from across the physical activity sector were celebrated last
Over 100 experts in health and wellbeing gathered in central London yesterday (Friday 8 September)
Seneca Polytechnic in Toronto, Canada, has revealed plans for a multi-million-dollar health and wellness complex
Health and wellbeing should be at the heart of all government policymaking according to a
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
The UK government has declared that boys and girls should have equal access to sports
Rebecca Passmore was promoted to MD of Pure Gym in September 2020 – the same
Politicians in the UK are taking part in a physical activity challenge hosted by UK
New Eurobarometer research results, published by the European Commission, show conclusively that women remain less
Nearly half (47 per cent) of men employed by fitness companies work in leadership roles
Go Fit has been selected by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) as
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Sport England and UK Active have signed a five-year partnership agreement which will see the
The organisers of the 2022 Healing Summit have confirmed Professor Gerry Bodeker will keynote at
German software giant Magicline is shaking up the global fitness market and actively working on
The Women in Fitness Association (WIFA), is partnering with Sport Alliance to undertake a survey
A "significant majority" of the UK's swimming teachers and aquatic professionals feel that swimming excludes
Plans have been revealed for a US$400bn city which could be the home for up
The American Council on Exercise (ACE) has launched a new course called Taking Action with
The Sport and Recreation Alliance (SRA) has published its new four-year strategy, outlining its vision
Health clubs, leisure centres and studios in England have opened today (12 April) for the
A parliamentary report is calling for a £3bn intervention fund to build back better health
Construction work has been completed on the M+ museum building in Hong Kong, ahead of
Non profit, 'nomadic' Boston-based museum, Design Museum Everywhere, has launched its Diversity in Action three
A new guide looks to offer local level practitioners and commissioners – as well as
The physical and mental health of women in the UK has been put under unprecedented
Sport England has vowed to tackle inequality and create a nation of "more equal, inclusive
Professional skincare brand Circadia has unveiled ‘The Sage Michaela Lucas Timing is Everything scholarship’ to
Finnish sauna culture has been added to UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage
Promoting physical activity as a preventative healthcare measure has been listed as a key priority
Persistent and rising levels of lifestyle disease across the world have exacerbated the effects of
The assistant general manager at PureGym's Luton and Dunstable branch, who promoted a 12 Years
Dr Nicola Finley, doctor and integrative medicine practitioner at Canyon Ranch, Tucson, spoke with GWI’s
Over 150 black and minority wellness professionals have united to sign a charter demanding reform
12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
InBody logged an amazing 100,000 scans in January 2024 alone
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Everyone's talking about
Property experts say it’s a golden moment for health and fitness operators to secure leases, as the sector has come through the pandemic with its reputation largely intact and clubs are seen as desirable anchor tenants. Kath Hudson finds out why landlords want to talk
HCM magazine
Research
New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
HCM magazine
Life lessons
Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
Editor's letter
Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
HCM magazine
Opinion
Dr Paul Bedford talks to Jak Phillips about the double-edged sword of the strength training trend and his ambitions for the sector
HCM magazine
Life lessons
Remember when there was mass hostility about London hosting the 2012 Olympics? Huw Edwards, CEO of UK Active, was there. He talks to Kath Hudson about the lessons he learned
HCM magazine
Editor's letter
New laws are about to come into force that will oblige health club operators to offer consumers better membership terms. It will be disruptive, but tackled well, will change the sector for the better
HCM magazine
Wellness
Absenteeism and presenteeism is taking a huge economic toll, with musculoskeletal problems and poor mental health the biggest issues. Can workplace wellness make a difference? Kath Hudson investigates
HCM magazine
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
HCM magazine
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
As more people join clubs to support their mental health, fitness professionals need to be empowered to take a holistic approach. Kath Hudson shares useful tools discussed at the ACE summit on mental health
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
Industry suppliers are responding to the exponential increase in consumer demand for strength training with a raft of new and innovative launches and concepts, as Steph Eaves reports
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
HCM magazine
We’ve had an outstanding year, with record revenues of €77m and €31m in EBITDA in 2023.
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Study Active acquires Premier Global name and select branding assets
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Webinar: Building a new energy future for the leisure sector
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs.
Company profiles
Company profile: Physical
Physical is the UK’s go-to, one-stop shop for commercial grade fitness equipment and flooring, with ...
Company profiles
Company profile: ServiceSport (UK) Ltd
ServiceSport (UK) Ltd specialises in maintaining, servicing and re-manufacturing all brands of cardiovascular and resistance ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Featured press releases
Technogym press release: DESIGN TO MOVE exhibition celebrates 40 years of Technogym with 40 unique creations by 40 designers
At 2024 Milan Design Week, Technogym celebrated its 40 years with the special exhibition "Design to Move”, featuring 40 unique Technogym Benches – one of the brand's iconic products – designed by 40 different international designers and artists from all over the world.
Directory
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
Diary dates
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
Diary dates
23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
Diary dates

equality news

UK Active has announced details of its annual health and fitness industry awards ceremony, which
Elevate, the premier event in the physical activity, fitness, sports therapy and performance sector, is
CIMSPA has published its 2024-2030 strategy Releasing the Power of Our Profession, which sets out
Solving the UK's social care problem is the key to overcoming the financial challenges facing
New insight from UK quango, Sport England has found that healthy life expectancy in England
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) is everyone’s responsibility, especially given the industry’s ambition to broaden
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
At a recent think tank, The Tourism Society hosted a panel overseen by its first
The 15th annual Spa China Summit was recently held at the Ritz-Carlton in the northern
The top operators, suppliers and facilities from across the physical activity sector were celebrated last
Over 100 experts in health and wellbeing gathered in central London yesterday (Friday 8 September)
Seneca Polytechnic in Toronto, Canada, has revealed plans for a multi-million-dollar health and wellness complex
Health and wellbeing should be at the heart of all government policymaking according to a
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
The UK government has declared that boys and girls should have equal access to sports
Rebecca Passmore was promoted to MD of Pure Gym in September 2020 – the same
Politicians in the UK are taking part in a physical activity challenge hosted by UK
New Eurobarometer research results, published by the European Commission, show conclusively that women remain less
Nearly half (47 per cent) of men employed by fitness companies work in leadership roles
Go Fit has been selected by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) as
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Sport England and UK Active have signed a five-year partnership agreement which will see the
The organisers of the 2022 Healing Summit have confirmed Professor Gerry Bodeker will keynote at
German software giant Magicline is shaking up the global fitness market and actively working on
The Women in Fitness Association (WIFA), is partnering with Sport Alliance to undertake a survey
A "significant majority" of the UK's swimming teachers and aquatic professionals feel that swimming excludes
Plans have been revealed for a US$400bn city which could be the home for up
The American Council on Exercise (ACE) has launched a new course called Taking Action with
The Sport and Recreation Alliance (SRA) has published its new four-year strategy, outlining its vision
Health clubs, leisure centres and studios in England have opened today (12 April) for the
A parliamentary report is calling for a £3bn intervention fund to build back better health
Construction work has been completed on the M+ museum building in Hong Kong, ahead of
Non profit, 'nomadic' Boston-based museum, Design Museum Everywhere, has launched its Diversity in Action three
A new guide looks to offer local level practitioners and commissioners – as well as
The physical and mental health of women in the UK has been put under unprecedented
Sport England has vowed to tackle inequality and create a nation of "more equal, inclusive
Professional skincare brand Circadia has unveiled ‘The Sage Michaela Lucas Timing is Everything scholarship’ to
Finnish sauna culture has been added to UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage
Promoting physical activity as a preventative healthcare measure has been listed as a key priority
Persistent and rising levels of lifestyle disease across the world have exacerbated the effects of
The assistant general manager at PureGym's Luton and Dunstable branch, who promoted a 12 Years
Dr Nicola Finley, doctor and integrative medicine practitioner at Canyon Ranch, Tucson, spoke with GWI’s
Over 150 black and minority wellness professionals have united to sign a charter demanding reform
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
InBody logged an amazing 100,000 scans in January 2024 alone
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
HCM magazine
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
As more people join clubs to support their mental health, fitness professionals need to be empowered to take a holistic approach. Kath Hudson shares useful tools discussed at the ACE summit on mental health
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
Industry suppliers are responding to the exponential increase in consumer demand for strength training with a raft of new and innovative launches and concepts, as Steph Eaves reports
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
HCM magazine
We’ve had an outstanding year, with record revenues of €77m and €31m in EBITDA in 2023.
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Study Active acquires Premier Global name and select branding assets
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Webinar: Building a new energy future for the leisure sector
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs.
Company profiles
Company profile: Physical
Physical is the UK’s go-to, one-stop shop for commercial grade fitness equipment and flooring, with ...
Company profiles
Company profile: ServiceSport (UK) Ltd
ServiceSport (UK) Ltd specialises in maintaining, servicing and re-manufacturing all brands of cardiovascular and resistance ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Featured press releases
Technogym press release: DESIGN TO MOVE exhibition celebrates 40 years of Technogym with 40 unique creations by 40 designers
At 2024 Milan Design Week, Technogym celebrated its 40 years with the special exhibition "Design to Move”, featuring 40 unique Technogym Benches – one of the brand's iconic products – designed by 40 different international designers and artists from all over the world.
Directory
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
Diary dates
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
Diary dates
23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
Diary dates
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