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Wrap Up by VP, the US-based spa wraps and resort wear brand, has released its
The heritage-listed Department of Lands building in Sydney, Australia, has relaunched as a major cultural
The much-anticipated V&A East Museum has opened in Stratford, east London, UK. Designed by architects
Welsh music star, TV personality and activist Charlotte Church has launched an eight-part online wellness
Meraki Wellness, a new standalone 16,000sq ft wellness destination, will debut in Grand Cayman, Cayman
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has unveiled its 2026 Future of Wellness Trends report, outlining
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
One of the UK's  fastest-growing wellness companies, Healf, is collaborating with household  names from the
Saudi Arabian developer Midad Real Estate has signed an agreement with the state-owned developer Diriyah
Saade, a wellness lifestyle brand, has launched a swimsuit as part of a collection specifically
In its fourth transaction of the year, Germany’s LifeFit Group has acquired three Elixia premium
HiiClub has opened its second site, at Flannels’ flagship Leeds store, creating an "ecosystem of
JD Gyms is moving closer to its target of 100 sites across the UK, with
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
Celebrating its milestone fifth anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of
Dior has opened its first permanent spa in the US at its renovated four-floor flagship
House of Grey Wolfe, a luxury lifestyle brand, has launched its first collection of products
The Capella Hotel Group has officially launched Patina Osaka, marking the brand’s debut in Japan
Once described as “the greatest of them all” by Hilton’s founder Conrad Hilton, Waldorf Astoria
International celebrations of wellness have proliferated this year, so we're taking a look at the
A creditors’ voluntary liquidation is in progress at London-based boutique operator, United Fitness Brands (UFB).
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming
US athletic country club chain, Life Time, has broadened its offering with the acquisition of
The much-anticipated UK government’s Spending Review (SR) 2025 was delivered yesterday (11 June), which sets
Disney has announced it will build its first theme park in the Middle East, with
Growing the Health and Fitness Sector Together was the theme of this year’s EuropeActive European
P&P Projects has announced it is launching a brand-new branch called ThemedMotion that will specialise
Socialising is an increasingly important aspect of the Gen Z workout experience, according to research
Retirees of today are living more active, healthy and dynamic lifestyles than ever before and
New research by global travel practice Finn Partners investigates the shifting travel habits of affluent
Global online architecture platform Architizer has highlighted some of the world’s most innovative spa and
Conde Nast’s iconic fashion and lifestyle magazine, Vogue, has launched a Global Spa Guide, curating
The spa team at the prestigious French hotel, Maybourne Riviera, located in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin near Monaco,
Art’otel, Radisson’s contemporary art-inspired lifestyle hotel brand, has strengthened its presence in London with a
The UAE’s first-ever Dior Spa has officially launched at The Lana, Dubai – the Dorchester
University of Washington researchers have created a wireless wearable in the form of a thermal
Nike, is launching a one-day fitness, wellness and mindfulness festival in London next month, before
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has released its annual Future of Wellness report, forecasting what
Destination wellness brand Canyon Ranch will host the first edition of its beauty and wellness
The Lana, the Dorchester Collection’s first property in the Middle East will open on 1
Luxury goods conglomerate LVMH has announced plans to expand its portfolio of premium Cheval Blanc
International luxury wellness brand Como Shambhala will unveil its largest-ever urban flagship in Singapore on
Distinguished uniform supplier Fashionizer Spa knows better than most the importance of customer experience. Its
JD Gyms, part of listed company, JD Sports Fashion plc, has sold UAE health club
12,300
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
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
New launch, Salus House, elevates boutique wellness with high service levels and a partnership with Technogym
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The industry is embracing consumer-facing tech. Now it’s time to streamline back-of-house systems with Orbit4, says Daniel Jones
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Research
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
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Welcome to Elevate 2026
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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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Specifier
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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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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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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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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Insight
Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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: 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.
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: Serco Leisure
Serco Leisure Operating Limited is one of the UK’s leading national operators of leisure centres, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Power Plate
Power Plate's range of products include whole body vibration platforms, targeted vibration products and the ...
Supplier Showcases
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Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
ukactive press release: Are they Fit for Office? UK Active and Technogym throw down the gauntlet to MPs
Hundreds of staff, MPs and Peers from across Westminster have signed up for the Fit for Office parliamentary physical activity challenge, which takes place throughout June and is hosted by ukactive and Technogym.
Featured press releases
Innerva press release: Lex Leisure’s power-assisted exercise suite smashes targets in record time
Crook Log Leisure Centre has more than doubled the membership target for its new power- assisted exercise suite in less than six months.
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Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
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13-13 Jun 2026
Worldwide, Various,
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21-24 Sep 2026
The Langham Huntington Pasadena , Pasadena, United States
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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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fashion news

Wrap Up by VP, the US-based spa wraps and resort wear brand, has released its
The heritage-listed Department of Lands building in Sydney, Australia, has relaunched as a major cultural
The much-anticipated V&A East Museum has opened in Stratford, east London, UK. Designed by architects
Welsh music star, TV personality and activist Charlotte Church has launched an eight-part online wellness
Meraki Wellness, a new standalone 16,000sq ft wellness destination, will debut in Grand Cayman, Cayman
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has unveiled its 2026 Future of Wellness Trends report, outlining
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
One of the UK's  fastest-growing wellness companies, Healf, is collaborating with household  names from the
Saudi Arabian developer Midad Real Estate has signed an agreement with the state-owned developer Diriyah
Saade, a wellness lifestyle brand, has launched a swimsuit as part of a collection specifically
In its fourth transaction of the year, Germany’s LifeFit Group has acquired three Elixia premium
HiiClub has opened its second site, at Flannels’ flagship Leeds store, creating an "ecosystem of
JD Gyms is moving closer to its target of 100 sites across the UK, with
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
Celebrating its milestone fifth anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of
Dior has opened its first permanent spa in the US at its renovated four-floor flagship
House of Grey Wolfe, a luxury lifestyle brand, has launched its first collection of products
The Capella Hotel Group has officially launched Patina Osaka, marking the brand’s debut in Japan
Once described as “the greatest of them all” by Hilton’s founder Conrad Hilton, Waldorf Astoria
International celebrations of wellness have proliferated this year, so we're taking a look at the
A creditors’ voluntary liquidation is in progress at London-based boutique operator, United Fitness Brands (UFB).
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming
US athletic country club chain, Life Time, has broadened its offering with the acquisition of
The much-anticipated UK government’s Spending Review (SR) 2025 was delivered yesterday (11 June), which sets
Disney has announced it will build its first theme park in the Middle East, with
Growing the Health and Fitness Sector Together was the theme of this year’s EuropeActive European
P&P Projects has announced it is launching a brand-new branch called ThemedMotion that will specialise
Socialising is an increasingly important aspect of the Gen Z workout experience, according to research
Retirees of today are living more active, healthy and dynamic lifestyles than ever before and
New research by global travel practice Finn Partners investigates the shifting travel habits of affluent
Global online architecture platform Architizer has highlighted some of the world’s most innovative spa and
Conde Nast’s iconic fashion and lifestyle magazine, Vogue, has launched a Global Spa Guide, curating
The spa team at the prestigious French hotel, Maybourne Riviera, located in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin near Monaco,
Art’otel, Radisson’s contemporary art-inspired lifestyle hotel brand, has strengthened its presence in London with a
The UAE’s first-ever Dior Spa has officially launched at The Lana, Dubai – the Dorchester
University of Washington researchers have created a wireless wearable in the form of a thermal
Nike, is launching a one-day fitness, wellness and mindfulness festival in London next month, before
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has released its annual Future of Wellness report, forecasting what
Destination wellness brand Canyon Ranch will host the first edition of its beauty and wellness
The Lana, the Dorchester Collection’s first property in the Middle East will open on 1
Luxury goods conglomerate LVMH has announced plans to expand its portfolio of premium Cheval Blanc
International luxury wellness brand Como Shambhala will unveil its largest-ever urban flagship in Singapore on
Distinguished uniform supplier Fashionizer Spa knows better than most the importance of customer experience. Its
JD Gyms, part of listed company, JD Sports Fashion plc, has sold UAE health club
1 - 40 of 12,300
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
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
New launch, Salus House, elevates boutique wellness with high service levels and a partnership with Technogym
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The industry is embracing consumer-facing tech. Now it’s time to streamline back-of-house systems with Orbit4, says Daniel Jones
HCM promotional features
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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: 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.
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: Serco Leisure
Serco Leisure Operating Limited is one of the UK’s leading national operators of leisure centres, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Power Plate
Power Plate's range of products include whole body vibration platforms, targeted vibration products and the ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
ukactive press release: Are they Fit for Office? UK Active and Technogym throw down the gauntlet to MPs
Hundreds of staff, MPs and Peers from across Westminster have signed up for the Fit for Office parliamentary physical activity challenge, which takes place throughout June and is hosted by ukactive and Technogym.
Featured press releases
Innerva press release: Lex Leisure’s power-assisted exercise suite smashes targets in record time
Crook Log Leisure Centre has more than doubled the membership target for its new power- assisted exercise suite in less than six months.
Directory
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
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
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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