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fitness qualification news

2021 has been dubbed the year of the ‘Great Resignation’, with numerous people in the
Awarding body Active IQ has given its backing to two clinically-focused qualifications offered by Health
Premier League football club Sunderland is offering young players qualifications to transition into the health
The UK’s fitness workforce is “ill-equipped” to deal with the needs and requirements of a
As the physical activity sector continues to refine its offering and extend services beyond the
Outdoor fitness specialist British Military Fitness has launched a new Level 4 qualification in Strength
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
The Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) has launched a
A new Level 4 strength and conditioning fitness qualification has been created to help fitness
Work to improve physical activity sector apprenticeships through the Trailblazer initiative has made another leap
The physical activity sector needs to put co-operation above self-interest if it is to avoid
Government cuts to further education budgets are putting key initiatives tackling obesity and physical inactivity
Fitness First has hit out at the lack of supervision in British health clubs, producing
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
A new fitness qualification has been launched combining the Level 2 Fitness Instructor qualification and
The first kick boxing-based exercise system and personal training qualification, accredited by both the martial
Health and fitness education provider, Premier Training International, has announced plans to open its first
Premier Training International (PTI) has revealed it is to launch the new Diploma in Fitness
Premier Training International (PTI) has announced that it is to launch three new venues in
Barnsley Premier Leisure (BPL) has expanded its fitness suite at Barnsley Metrodome Leisure Complex due
Premier Training International (PTI) has announced that it will open five new UK venues in
Ofqual-approved accreditation body Active IQ has announced the launch of new eLearning and online resources
Awarding body Active IQ will officially begin offering the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
Fitness qualifications provider, Global Fitness Education (GFE), is to deliver a QCF format Level 3
British Military Fitness (BMF) has criticised the "unacceptable" comments made by the Daily Mail newspaper
School leavers and people seeking a career change will have the chance to explore job
Training provider Premier Training International (PTI) has reported a 48 per cent increase in the
A group of young unemployed people have completed their Level 2 fitness qualification through the
SkillsActive, the sector skills council for active learning and leisure has unveiled the results of
Exercise Training and Sports Academy (eta) in South Africa has signed up to become the
A new training company, providing a range of courses in the health and fitness sector,
Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) Registrar Jean-Ann Marnoch set out her plans for the future
Life Fitness and FormulaGFi have joined forces to offer new fitness qualifications specifically for those
SkillsActive’s Technical Expert Group (TEG) has launched an eight-month research project to confirm whether industry
India now has its first internationally recognised fitness qualifications in place, reflecting the phenomenal growth
With the development of level 4 and some additional categories being added at level 2,
Central YMCA’s chief executive, Rosi Prescott, has been appointed to Sport England’s London Sports Board
The European Health and Fitness Association (EHFA) – the body that sets standards for the
SkillsActive – the Sector Skills Council responsible for the tackling the skills gap in the
In response to increasing demands for specialist knowledge within the fitness industry and growing awareness
Following media reports of increasing bad health among children related to a poor diet and
12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Brawn is the digital platform that drives revenues from personal training
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
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
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
Research
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
HCM magazine
Letters
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
HCM magazine
Insight
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
HCM magazine
Interview
Franchise business Orangetheory Fitness is merging with Self Esteem Brands and is on a long-term path to 10,000 units globally, its CEO and co-founder tells Kate Cracknell
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
Insight
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
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
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
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
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
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sibec EMEA to blend fitness with luxury at Fairmont Monte Carlo
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
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: Legend by Xplor
We help a wide range of public sector leisure operators (including Leisure Trusts, Leisure Management ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Mindbody
Mindbody is a true all-in-one software platform, providing first-rate service for your clients and the ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Speedflex (Europe) Ltd. press release: Speedflex unveils revolutionary connected fitness zone at Everyone Active Fareham
Speedflex continue to make strides in the fitness space with their latest installation at Everyone Active Fareham. Two state-of-the-art Speedflex Blades were installed in their first ever dedicated connected fitness zone at the Fareham leisure centre.
Featured press releases
Power Plate UK press release: Whole body vibration as a platform for every class
Imagine a boutique group exercise studio in which every class takes place on a Power Plate platform. You’ve imagined Vibe Tribe in Beaconsfield.
Directory
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
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Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
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

fitness qualification news

2021 has been dubbed the year of the ‘Great Resignation’, with numerous people in the
Awarding body Active IQ has given its backing to two clinically-focused qualifications offered by Health
Premier League football club Sunderland is offering young players qualifications to transition into the health
The UK’s fitness workforce is “ill-equipped” to deal with the needs and requirements of a
As the physical activity sector continues to refine its offering and extend services beyond the
Outdoor fitness specialist British Military Fitness has launched a new Level 4 qualification in Strength
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
The Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) has launched a
A new Level 4 strength and conditioning fitness qualification has been created to help fitness
Work to improve physical activity sector apprenticeships through the Trailblazer initiative has made another leap
The physical activity sector needs to put co-operation above self-interest if it is to avoid
Government cuts to further education budgets are putting key initiatives tackling obesity and physical inactivity
Fitness First has hit out at the lack of supervision in British health clubs, producing
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
A new fitness qualification has been launched combining the Level 2 Fitness Instructor qualification and
The first kick boxing-based exercise system and personal training qualification, accredited by both the martial
Health and fitness education provider, Premier Training International, has announced plans to open its first
Premier Training International (PTI) has revealed it is to launch the new Diploma in Fitness
Premier Training International (PTI) has announced that it is to launch three new venues in
Barnsley Premier Leisure (BPL) has expanded its fitness suite at Barnsley Metrodome Leisure Complex due
Premier Training International (PTI) has announced that it will open five new UK venues in
Ofqual-approved accreditation body Active IQ has announced the launch of new eLearning and online resources
Awarding body Active IQ will officially begin offering the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
Fitness qualifications provider, Global Fitness Education (GFE), is to deliver a QCF format Level 3
British Military Fitness (BMF) has criticised the "unacceptable" comments made by the Daily Mail newspaper
School leavers and people seeking a career change will have the chance to explore job
Training provider Premier Training International (PTI) has reported a 48 per cent increase in the
A group of young unemployed people have completed their Level 2 fitness qualification through the
SkillsActive, the sector skills council for active learning and leisure has unveiled the results of
Exercise Training and Sports Academy (eta) in South Africa has signed up to become the
A new training company, providing a range of courses in the health and fitness sector,
Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) Registrar Jean-Ann Marnoch set out her plans for the future
Life Fitness and FormulaGFi have joined forces to offer new fitness qualifications specifically for those
SkillsActive’s Technical Expert Group (TEG) has launched an eight-month research project to confirm whether industry
India now has its first internationally recognised fitness qualifications in place, reflecting the phenomenal growth
With the development of level 4 and some additional categories being added at level 2,
Central YMCA’s chief executive, Rosi Prescott, has been appointed to Sport England’s London Sports Board
The European Health and Fitness Association (EHFA) – the body that sets standards for the
SkillsActive – the Sector Skills Council responsible for the tackling the skills gap in the
In response to increasing demands for specialist knowledge within the fitness industry and growing awareness
Following media reports of increasing bad health among children related to a poor diet and
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Brawn is the digital platform that drives revenues from personal training
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
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
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
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
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sibec EMEA to blend fitness with luxury at Fairmont Monte Carlo
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
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: Legend by Xplor
We help a wide range of public sector leisure operators (including Leisure Trusts, Leisure Management ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Mindbody
Mindbody is a true all-in-one software platform, providing first-rate service for your clients and the ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Speedflex (Europe) Ltd. press release: Speedflex unveils revolutionary connected fitness zone at Everyone Active Fareham
Speedflex continue to make strides in the fitness space with their latest installation at Everyone Active Fareham. Two state-of-the-art Speedflex Blades were installed in their first ever dedicated connected fitness zone at the Fareham leisure centre.
Featured press releases
Power Plate UK press release: Whole body vibration as a platform for every class
Imagine a boutique group exercise studio in which every class takes place on a Power Plate platform. You’ve imagined Vibe Tribe in Beaconsfield.
Directory
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
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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