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London-based high-performance fitness club, ONE LDN, is raising funds for a multi-site expansion across London,
Fitness First UK is integrating red light therapy into its yoga and Pilates classes through
Technogym has announced the launch of the Run X World Treadmill Championship, the first world
Gharieni Group has launched a new company, Cobotics Innovations, to create automated wellness experiences. The
In the landscape of wellness technologies, infrared therapy stands out for its controlled and mindful
Matrix Fitness has launched the Onyx Collection, a five-machine range of luxury CV products designed
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
IHG has revealed details of the new Regent Spa and Wellness concept it intends to
Sector representative body, UK Active, has expressed frustration that the UK government has overlooked the
Energie Fitness has refreshed its brand identity as part of a broader overhaul that will
The original founder of 24 Hour Fitness, Mark Mastrov, is returning as owner and executive
Total Fitness has secured £15 million from its digital banking partner, OakNorth, as it prepares
Real estate developer Red Sea Global will hand over the first set of hotels to
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Purpose Brands has announced the signing of a master franchise agreement with ABFit to take
US high-value, low cost operator, Crunch Fitness, has opened its first location in India, marking
Everyone Active, Sarah Watts and Sandwell Leisure Trust were among those to be honoured at
Purpose Brands is launching its first Anytime Fitness club in Dubai on 1 November, through
"The fitness industry is facing an identity crisis," was Anna Bjustam's opening statement as she
Longevity is no longer a buzzword — it’s a business reality. As the pursuit of
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Wellness brand Onyx has launched a new set of low impact workout accessories in a
VersaDuel from flooring specialist Pliteq has been designed for use in gyms, health clubs, sport
Founded by Panos Papadiamantis and Apostolos Atsalakis, Pnoe offers breath analysis technology once reserved for
The finalists of the UK Active Awards 2025 have been announced today (19 August) following
US country club operator Life Time will open an exclusive fitness club with performance diagnostics
Visits to health clubs across all segments of the US fitness industry have risen this
The PelviPower product line for pelvic floor and core health was created by PonteMed, a
As Urban Gym Group snaps up three new clubs, it says it is actively seeking
The UK fitness industry is growing in terms of members, market value and penetration, according
Global investment firm, Carlyle Global Credit is providing a financing package of €280 million to
PureGym is intending to rebrand all of its US gyms as PureGym, rather than continuing
The UK health and fitness industry is growing exponentially, with revenue up by 8.8 per
LifeFit Group is expanding its range of premium clubs with the acquisition of Sports &
Lift Brands – parent company of Snap Fitness – has reacquired its own master franchise
The first membership price increase in more than 25 years helped Planet Fitness achieve full-year
Colruyt Group’s fitness chain, Jims, is doubling its estate with the acquisition of 40 fitness
Fitness First has opened the doors to its 28th site in Marylebone, central London –
Luxury hospitality company Jumeirah Group is updating its global spa offerings for 2025, introducing new
Fitness First Black – LifeFit Group’s premium chain – has added another club to its
Planet Fitness has announced the appointment of Jay Stasz as chief financial officer and is
Respected retention expert, Dr Paul Bedford, will be continuing his popular tenetion event after a
GoXPro, creator of SaaS solutions for personal training, has launched a ‘digitalised challenges’ feature. The
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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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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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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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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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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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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
Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
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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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Welcome to Elevate 2026
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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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Research
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
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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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Jamie Clements

The Breath Coach
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
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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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
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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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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Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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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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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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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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Opinion
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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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CoverMe Ltd press release: CoverMe and Jobs In. Fitness partner to create end-to-end talent solution
CoverMe, the UK’s leading fitness workforce management and recruitment platform, has partnered with Jobs In. Fitness, the specialist executive search and advisory firm for the fitness and wellbeing sector, to give operators a single route to talent at every level – from frontline staffing to C-suite.
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fitness club news

London-based high-performance fitness club, ONE LDN, is raising funds for a multi-site expansion across London,
Fitness First UK is integrating red light therapy into its yoga and Pilates classes through
Technogym has announced the launch of the Run X World Treadmill Championship, the first world
Gharieni Group has launched a new company, Cobotics Innovations, to create automated wellness experiences. The
In the landscape of wellness technologies, infrared therapy stands out for its controlled and mindful
Matrix Fitness has launched the Onyx Collection, a five-machine range of luxury CV products designed
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
IHG has revealed details of the new Regent Spa and Wellness concept it intends to
Sector representative body, UK Active, has expressed frustration that the UK government has overlooked the
Energie Fitness has refreshed its brand identity as part of a broader overhaul that will
The original founder of 24 Hour Fitness, Mark Mastrov, is returning as owner and executive
Total Fitness has secured £15 million from its digital banking partner, OakNorth, as it prepares
Real estate developer Red Sea Global will hand over the first set of hotels to
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Purpose Brands has announced the signing of a master franchise agreement with ABFit to take
US high-value, low cost operator, Crunch Fitness, has opened its first location in India, marking
Everyone Active, Sarah Watts and Sandwell Leisure Trust were among those to be honoured at
Purpose Brands is launching its first Anytime Fitness club in Dubai on 1 November, through
"The fitness industry is facing an identity crisis," was Anna Bjustam's opening statement as she
Longevity is no longer a buzzword — it’s a business reality. As the pursuit of
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Wellness brand Onyx has launched a new set of low impact workout accessories in a
VersaDuel from flooring specialist Pliteq has been designed for use in gyms, health clubs, sport
Founded by Panos Papadiamantis and Apostolos Atsalakis, Pnoe offers breath analysis technology once reserved for
The finalists of the UK Active Awards 2025 have been announced today (19 August) following
US country club operator Life Time will open an exclusive fitness club with performance diagnostics
Visits to health clubs across all segments of the US fitness industry have risen this
The PelviPower product line for pelvic floor and core health was created by PonteMed, a
As Urban Gym Group snaps up three new clubs, it says it is actively seeking
The UK fitness industry is growing in terms of members, market value and penetration, according
Global investment firm, Carlyle Global Credit is providing a financing package of €280 million to
PureGym is intending to rebrand all of its US gyms as PureGym, rather than continuing
The UK health and fitness industry is growing exponentially, with revenue up by 8.8 per
LifeFit Group is expanding its range of premium clubs with the acquisition of Sports &
Lift Brands – parent company of Snap Fitness – has reacquired its own master franchise
The first membership price increase in more than 25 years helped Planet Fitness achieve full-year
Colruyt Group’s fitness chain, Jims, is doubling its estate with the acquisition of 40 fitness
Fitness First has opened the doors to its 28th site in Marylebone, central London –
Luxury hospitality company Jumeirah Group is updating its global spa offerings for 2025, introducing new
Fitness First Black – LifeFit Group’s premium chain – has added another club to its
Planet Fitness has announced the appointment of Jay Stasz as chief financial officer and is
Respected retention expert, Dr Paul Bedford, will be continuing his popular tenetion event after a
GoXPro, creator of SaaS solutions for personal training, has launched a ‘digitalised challenges’ feature. The
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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
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
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
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
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

Jamie Clements

The Breath Coach
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
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
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
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
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
Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
HCM magazine
Researchers have long known that the brain changes as a result of exercise. Now researchers believe this process is actually driven by the brain
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: 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: WellnessSpace Brands
WellnessSpace Brands provides innovative wellness solutions like HydroMassage, CryoLounge+, and RelaxSpace Pods— designed for convenient, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Total Vibration Solutions Ltd (TVS Group)
TVS Group includes TVS Sports Surfaces, TVS Gym Flooring, TVS Play Surfaces and TVS Acoustics. ...
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
Swim England press release: Swim England launches new Learn to Swim Growth Plan to support aquatic programme expansion
Swim England has strengthened its sector-leading Business Solutions offer with the launch of its Learn to Swim Growth Plan, designed to help aquatic providers unlock sustainable programme growth.
Featured press releases
CoverMe Ltd press release: CoverMe and Jobs In. Fitness partner to create end-to-end talent solution
CoverMe, the UK’s leading fitness workforce management and recruitment platform, has partnered with Jobs In. Fitness, the specialist executive search and advisory firm for the fitness and wellbeing sector, to give operators a single route to talent at every level – from frontline staffing to C-suite.
Directory
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
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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