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Populous has unveiled the design for the National Tennis Centre at Qiddiya City, Saudi Arabia
Organic Hebridean skincare brand Ishga, which harvests its seaweed on the Isle of Lewis in
Sea Lanes Canary Wharf has officially opened. The 50-metre, six-lane pool, which uses the natural
London-based high-performance fitness club, ONE LDN, is raising funds for a multi-site expansion across London,
Patmos Aktis, a Luxury Collection Resort and Spa, has opened in Greece, with a renovated
The London Museum’s new site will open in Smithfield, East London, on 28 November 2026. 
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
International industry lobbying associations are calling for physical activity and strength training to be deeply
Mexican operator, Solmar Hotels and Resorts, is hosting a series of events in celebration of
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
Tewinbury Farm Hotel in Hertfordshire, UK is expanding its premium leisure proposition with the launch
Small improvements to sleep, diet quality, and physical activity, made in combination lead to a
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Swire Hotels’ luxury hospitality brand Upper House has revealed it will roll out its two-day
An opportunity to reimagine one of the UK’s most recognisable towers has been formally opened
Virgin Active is set to open its first social wellness club in London, with a
Celebrating its milestone fifth anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of
Reebok will be the official partner of The French Throwdown, one of Europe’s most well
FIBO, took place last week from 16-19 April, attracting more than 175,000 visitors from 136
The Peter Zumthor-designed David Geffen Galleries have opened at the Los Angeles County Museum of
The heritage-listed Department of Lands building in Sydney, Australia, has relaunched as a major cultural
Sant Roch, a contrast therapy wellness centre that opened in Paris’ first arrondissement (France) last
Hyrox, is joining forces with Les Mills, to offer bespoke training programmes to get gym-goers
Balanced Body® has successfully concluded its highly anticipated Pilates On Tour London event, bringing together
Seatrade Cruise Global, the trade event for cruise lines, destinations, suppliers and innovators, has added
Wellfit has announced the launch of a flagship location at Reem Hall in Abu Dhabi.
The cognitive boost from exercise can last until the following day according to a study
Health club operators across Europe are under pressure to do more with less - retain
Kirklevington Hall, a former country house hotel in North Yorkshire, UK, has received planning permission
Vladi Kovanic, founder of Forum Hotel and Spa (Forum HOTel&SPA), shares her thoughts on the
The International Spa Association (ISPA) Conference 2026 has begun today at The Venetian in Las
F45 Training, from FIT House of Brands has become the official global gym partner of
Les Mills and Life Fitness / Hammer Strength have announced a new strategic partnership which
Amsterdam social wellness and recovery club, Renessence has reopened after an upgrade, including the addition
Hôtel Crillon Le Brave has announced it has partnered with dietitian-nutritionist and naturopath Claire Borwin
As the spa and wellness industry evolves toward longevity, integrative health and performance-driven treatments, meaningful
The urban marina-front resort, SLS Barcelona, has revealed its Halcyon Spa at Port Fòrum in
EGYM has been debuting its new Smart Strength line today (5 March) at events around
More than 60 buyers and suppliers gathered on board Virgin Voyage’s Scarlet Lady for a
In the world of wellness, the age-old tradition of sauna bathing is synonymous with relaxation,
Former England rugby union player and contestant on the BBC’s celebrity Traitors show, Joe Marler,
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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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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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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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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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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Active IQ is calling for greater accountability in online fitness advice with the launch of a new trustmark
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Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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Phillip Mills

CEO, Les Mills
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
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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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Welcome to Elevate 2026
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Research
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
Opinion: Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
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ukactive press release: UK Active announces plans for National Fitness Day 2026
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events news

Populous has unveiled the design for the National Tennis Centre at Qiddiya City, Saudi Arabia
Organic Hebridean skincare brand Ishga, which harvests its seaweed on the Isle of Lewis in
Sea Lanes Canary Wharf has officially opened. The 50-metre, six-lane pool, which uses the natural
London-based high-performance fitness club, ONE LDN, is raising funds for a multi-site expansion across London,
Patmos Aktis, a Luxury Collection Resort and Spa, has opened in Greece, with a renovated
The London Museum’s new site will open in Smithfield, East London, on 28 November 2026. 
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
International industry lobbying associations are calling for physical activity and strength training to be deeply
Mexican operator, Solmar Hotels and Resorts, is hosting a series of events in celebration of
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
Tewinbury Farm Hotel in Hertfordshire, UK is expanding its premium leisure proposition with the launch
Small improvements to sleep, diet quality, and physical activity, made in combination lead to a
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Swire Hotels’ luxury hospitality brand Upper House has revealed it will roll out its two-day
An opportunity to reimagine one of the UK’s most recognisable towers has been formally opened
Virgin Active is set to open its first social wellness club in London, with a
Celebrating its milestone fifth anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of
Reebok will be the official partner of The French Throwdown, one of Europe’s most well
FIBO, took place last week from 16-19 April, attracting more than 175,000 visitors from 136
The Peter Zumthor-designed David Geffen Galleries have opened at the Los Angeles County Museum of
The heritage-listed Department of Lands building in Sydney, Australia, has relaunched as a major cultural
Sant Roch, a contrast therapy wellness centre that opened in Paris’ first arrondissement (France) last
Hyrox, is joining forces with Les Mills, to offer bespoke training programmes to get gym-goers
Balanced Body® has successfully concluded its highly anticipated Pilates On Tour London event, bringing together
Seatrade Cruise Global, the trade event for cruise lines, destinations, suppliers and innovators, has added
Wellfit has announced the launch of a flagship location at Reem Hall in Abu Dhabi.
The cognitive boost from exercise can last until the following day according to a study
Health club operators across Europe are under pressure to do more with less - retain
Kirklevington Hall, a former country house hotel in North Yorkshire, UK, has received planning permission
Vladi Kovanic, founder of Forum Hotel and Spa (Forum HOTel&SPA), shares her thoughts on the
The International Spa Association (ISPA) Conference 2026 has begun today at The Venetian in Las
F45 Training, from FIT House of Brands has become the official global gym partner of
Les Mills and Life Fitness / Hammer Strength have announced a new strategic partnership which
Amsterdam social wellness and recovery club, Renessence has reopened after an upgrade, including the addition
Hôtel Crillon Le Brave has announced it has partnered with dietitian-nutritionist and naturopath Claire Borwin
As the spa and wellness industry evolves toward longevity, integrative health and performance-driven treatments, meaningful
The urban marina-front resort, SLS Barcelona, has revealed its Halcyon Spa at Port Fòrum in
EGYM has been debuting its new Smart Strength line today (5 March) at events around
More than 60 buyers and suppliers gathered on board Virgin Voyage’s Scarlet Lady for a
In the world of wellness, the age-old tradition of sauna bathing is synonymous with relaxation,
Former England rugby union player and contestant on the BBC’s celebrity Traitors show, Joe Marler,
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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
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
Sponsored
Active IQ is calling for greater accountability in online fitness advice with the launch of a new trustmark
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
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
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
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
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
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
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
Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
HCM magazine
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
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: CoverMe extends matching service to personal training, rewriting how members and personal trainers connect
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal training platform that connects the right personal trainer to the right client in under 10 seconds.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Active IQ
The UK’s leading Ofqual-recognised awarding organisation for the physical activity sector, Active IQ offers over ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Myzone
Myzone is a global pioneer of Motivation Technology (MoTech), redefining fitness by turning behavioural science ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Panatta press release: On Air Fitness chooses Panatta and its Made in Italy fitness equipment
French fitness chain On Air Fitness, with 113 clubs across France and internationally (Spain, Morocco and Portugal) and more than 430,000 members, has chosen to introduce Panatta equipment — a 12-machine circuit from the premium Free Weight Special line —
Featured press releases
ukactive press release: UK Active announces plans for National Fitness Day 2026
UK Active has announced the details of National Fitness Day 2026, with the flagship campaign set to take place on Wednesday 16 September 2026.
Directory
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: 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
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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