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Everlast Gyms' York site has reopened following a refurbishment to bring it up to the
VivaGym – the fast-growing operator of high-value low-price gyms in Spain and Portugal – is
Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge, a prestigious landmark in the heart of London,
The founders of mindful fitness experience Sanctum – Luuk Melisse and Gab Olszewki – will
Les Mills and Life Fitness / Hammer Strength have announced a new strategic partnership which
The first Jetts Fitness in India will open its doors on 28 March in New
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
Celebrating its milestone fifth anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of
Denbighshire Leisure is driving junior memberships following upgrades to its new gym at Prestatyn Leisure.
Step into the future of fitness at FIBO 2026, where cutting-edge technology and health converge
GymNation has launched a workout in a hot air balloon above Riyadh, with views of
Fitness race organiser, Hyrox, is now taking bookings for the Hyrox cruise – the first
American luxury fitness and lifestyle brand, Equinox, has unveiled a women’s health and performance programme,
Club Pilates has signed a master franchise agreement in Thailand, for 20 studios in Bangkok,
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Everlast Gyms, owned by Frasers Group, has announced a landmark partnership with sports nutrition brand
Back for its 7th year, Connected: Health & Fitness (18-20 February 2026, Los Angeles) is
On the 10-year anniversary of being a public company, US franchise giant, Planet Fitness, celebrates
Lift Brands has announced the sale of its shares in 9Round Kickboxing Fitness to global
Following strong full-year results, PureGym has revealed it's planning to launch 70 gyms this year,
XF Gym has announced its second UK site, at St Johns Shopping Centre in Liverpool,
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One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Fitness First has entered into a strategic partnership with smart fitness technology specialist, EGYM, to
Funxtion, the global provider of digital fitness experiences, will be joining forces with EGYM at
Total Fitness grew revenue by 15 per cent year-on-year in 2024, to £46.1 million, thanks
Xplor Mariana Tek, the boutique fitness software platform from Xplor Technologies, has announced a suite
On announcing the milestone of reaching three million members, US high-value, low-cost operator, Crunch Fitness,
Everlast Gyms has confirmed the acquisition of four sites from Roko Health Clubs, in Chiswick,
Snap Fitness is kicking off 2025 with the launch of four signature group exercise classes,
CoverMe Fitness, the seamless, on-demand fitness team management and cover solution app, has launched an
PureGym has announced that the U.S. Bankruptcy Court has approved its acquisition of Blink Fitness.
Prestatyn Leisure Centre has unveiled some new fitness experiences designed to engage children with physical
Planet Fitness has announced the appointment of Jay Stasz as chief financial officer and is
After successful October events in Berlin and Madrid, Cyprus is the next stop on the
Peloton has announced that Peter Stern – co-founder of Apple Fitness+ – has been appointed
It has been confirmed that PureGym is the winning bidder in the auction for US
The iconic Carlton Hotel in Cannes has introduced Italian excellence to its newly revamped fitness
Wearable technology is once again top of the trends according to the American College of
Accor, which has 5,200 hotels globally, is shifting from being a room-based organisation – built
Steve Wright, Power Plate’s VP of UK & EMEA, firmly believes the boutique and studio
Fitness On Demand – which is part of Lift Brands – has announced it will
Private equity firm, Levant Capital, has taken a majority stake in UAE-based premium operator, Warehouse
PureGym is making a bid for the majority of the assets of Blink Fitness, which
myFitApp’s new Gamification feature introduces an innovative approach to maintaining member engagement and motivation in
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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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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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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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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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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Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company
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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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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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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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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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Specifier
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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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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Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
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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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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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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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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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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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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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I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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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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Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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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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The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
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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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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.
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fitness experience news

Everlast Gyms' York site has reopened following a refurbishment to bring it up to the
VivaGym – the fast-growing operator of high-value low-price gyms in Spain and Portugal – is
Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge, a prestigious landmark in the heart of London,
The founders of mindful fitness experience Sanctum – Luuk Melisse and Gab Olszewki – will
Les Mills and Life Fitness / Hammer Strength have announced a new strategic partnership which
The first Jetts Fitness in India will open its doors on 28 March in New
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
Celebrating its milestone fifth anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of
Denbighshire Leisure is driving junior memberships following upgrades to its new gym at Prestatyn Leisure.
Step into the future of fitness at FIBO 2026, where cutting-edge technology and health converge
GymNation has launched a workout in a hot air balloon above Riyadh, with views of
Fitness race organiser, Hyrox, is now taking bookings for the Hyrox cruise – the first
American luxury fitness and lifestyle brand, Equinox, has unveiled a women’s health and performance programme,
Club Pilates has signed a master franchise agreement in Thailand, for 20 studios in Bangkok,
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Everlast Gyms, owned by Frasers Group, has announced a landmark partnership with sports nutrition brand
Back for its 7th year, Connected: Health & Fitness (18-20 February 2026, Los Angeles) is
On the 10-year anniversary of being a public company, US franchise giant, Planet Fitness, celebrates
Lift Brands has announced the sale of its shares in 9Round Kickboxing Fitness to global
Following strong full-year results, PureGym has revealed it's planning to launch 70 gyms this year,
XF Gym has announced its second UK site, at St Johns Shopping Centre in Liverpool,
Elevate Arena
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One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Fitness First has entered into a strategic partnership with smart fitness technology specialist, EGYM, to
Funxtion, the global provider of digital fitness experiences, will be joining forces with EGYM at
Total Fitness grew revenue by 15 per cent year-on-year in 2024, to £46.1 million, thanks
Xplor Mariana Tek, the boutique fitness software platform from Xplor Technologies, has announced a suite
On announcing the milestone of reaching three million members, US high-value, low-cost operator, Crunch Fitness,
Everlast Gyms has confirmed the acquisition of four sites from Roko Health Clubs, in Chiswick,
Snap Fitness is kicking off 2025 with the launch of four signature group exercise classes,
CoverMe Fitness, the seamless, on-demand fitness team management and cover solution app, has launched an
PureGym has announced that the U.S. Bankruptcy Court has approved its acquisition of Blink Fitness.
Prestatyn Leisure Centre has unveiled some new fitness experiences designed to engage children with physical
Planet Fitness has announced the appointment of Jay Stasz as chief financial officer and is
After successful October events in Berlin and Madrid, Cyprus is the next stop on the
Peloton has announced that Peter Stern – co-founder of Apple Fitness+ – has been appointed
It has been confirmed that PureGym is the winning bidder in the auction for US
The iconic Carlton Hotel in Cannes has introduced Italian excellence to its newly revamped fitness
Wearable technology is once again top of the trends according to the American College of
Accor, which has 5,200 hotels globally, is shifting from being a room-based organisation – built
Steve Wright, Power Plate’s VP of UK & EMEA, firmly believes the boutique and studio
Fitness On Demand – which is part of Lift Brands – has announced it will
Private equity firm, Levant Capital, has taken a majority stake in UAE-based premium operator, Warehouse
PureGym is making a bid for the majority of the assets of Blink Fitness, which
myFitApp’s new Gamification feature introduces an innovative approach to maintaining member engagement and motivation in
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HCM promotional features
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
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
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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
Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company
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
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
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
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
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
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
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: 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.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: W3Fit EMEA celebrates its fifth anniversary
Celebrating its milestone 5th anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of the Health & Fitness industry’s most influential leaders.
Company profiles
Company profile: Balanced Body
Founded nearly 50 years ago, Balanced Body works with the highest quality materials, and pride ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Today’s fitness and leisure brands need technology that powers standout fitness experiences and keeps pace ...
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
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
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
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