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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

franchises news

The Covery, a lifestyle optimisation wellness brand, has announced a new licensing partnership with Aura
Orangetheory and Self Esteem Brands have revealed plans to merge 'as equals' creating a new
Xponential Fitness has told HCM it will vigorously defend itself against claims made in a
Xponential has passed ownership of Stride Fitness – the running brand it bought in January
City Cave Float & Wellness Center – the Australia-based wellness franchise offering float therapy, infrared
Xponential Fitness is bringing its Club Pilates brand to the UK, with the opening of
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Universal Studios is assessing the feasibility of opening its first European resort in the UK,
Sony Pictures is set to launch an immersive indoor entertainment park at Oakbrook Center in
Xponential Fitness, the largest global franchisor of boutique fitness brands, has announced the opening of
Everlast Gyms today (16 November) opened a new flagship property at the Metro Centre in
Tom Dowd, recently appointed CEO of F45, said he remains optimistic the business can be
Falcon’s Beyond Global has begun trading on the Nasdaq stock exchange, after raising more than
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
Three Universal Beijing Resort veterans – Tom Mehrmann, Sylvia Hase and Mike Hightower – will join
Orangetheory Fitness is tapping into the strength training trend with Strength 50, a new 50-minute
PureGym added 190,000 new members in the first half of 2023 when compared with H1
Investment firm KSL Capital Partners has acquired the Hersha Hospitality Trust, the company behind a
The share price of F45 Training has fallen by 75 per cent, after the franchised
The three parent companies behind UFC Gym Australia have entered voluntary administration after being told
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Self Esteem Brands (SEB) is taking its Anytime Fitness brand to France, following the signing
Universal Parks & Resorts has undergone a rebrand to "better reflect" the changing nature of
HITIO Gym, which has experienced major success in Scandinavia, entered the UK market in 2022
Dave Long, co-founder and CEO of Orangetheory Fitness, has told HCM the boutique fitness franchise
North American spa franchise Massage Heights has reported record-breaking revenues and peak company average unit
US-based fitness franchise, Workout Anytime, has confirmed that it signed deals for 49 more sites
Recovery wellness spa franchise The Covery will expand with 15 new US locations and new
German fitness operator, Life Fit Group, led by Martin Seibold, has snapped Loft Holding GmbH
Kickboxing-inspired brand 9Round has extended its international reach with a Master Franchise Agreement for South
In the latest legal battle between Australian franchise chain Body Fit Training (BFT) and US-based
Disney is set to undergo a "major restructuring" following the shock return of CEO Bob
Planet Fitness has reported record results, with 16.6m members globally, according to its Q3 results.
FS8, the fitness concept combining Pilates, toning exercises and yoga from functional training franchiser F45,
Body Fit Training (BFT), an Xponential Fitness brand, has launched its first franchise location in
WellnessLiving – a cloud-based business management software provider and payments platform for fitness operators –
Mark Wahlberg- and David Beckham-backed F45 Training has announced a reduction in its core workforce
F45 has launched a corporate partnership programme which will enable businesses to open an F45
Affordable luxury brand Massage Green Spa lacked a centralised view of its growing, widespread operations.
Following a history of supporting US military and service members, F45 has announced a new
Massage franchise The Massage Company (TMC) will launch 10 new centres in Scotland over the
Body Fit Training (BFT), the Australian fitness franchise, has successfully defended a court action brought
Fitness operator Crunch Fitness says it's continued its recovery from lockdowns, with membership levels across
12,300
HCM promotional features
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Brawn is the digital platform that drives revenues from personal training
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Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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
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
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
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
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
HCM magazine
Interview
For 2024 our European growth will be focused on Spain and the UK and in 2025, Japan
HCM magazine
HCM People

Esther Fairfax

Founder, The Lotte Berk Foundation
My mother was the first person to take dance and create an exercise programme out of it
HCM magazine
Specifier
You might be tempted to skip a service, but experts say it will cost you in the long run. Providers tell Steph Eaves why they their work is important to the management of assets
HCM magazine
Research
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
HCM magazine
Insight
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
HCM magazine
Letters
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
HCM magazine
Opinion
Dr Paul Bedford talks to Jak Phillips about the double-edged sword of the strength training trend and his ambitions for the sector
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jennifer Maanavi

Founder, Physique 57
Our ‘why?’ is to improve the lives of our clients, not to make them feel defeated
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson 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
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
I would say those results, along with the team’s total lack of complacency – their desire to keep improving – have been the two big highlights of my first year
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson 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
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
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
Although there’s much talk about working with health services, research from SLC suggests there’s much work to do before the sector is ready for the challenge. Kath Hudson asks the experts to identify barriers and solutions
HCM magazine
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.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Core Health & Fitness
Core Health & Fitness creates dynamic fitness experiences for the global market with products and ...
Company profiles
Company profile: GLL
GLL
As the UK’s leading provider of both leisure centres and libraries, GLL operate nearly 400 ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
The Health & Fitness Institute press release: The future of fitness education: The Health and Fitness Institute champions digital learning
The Health and Fitness Institute (THFI) is leading a revolutionary paradigm shift in fitness education by fully embracing digital learning.
Featured press releases
KeepMe press release: Keepme releases essential AI resource guide for fitness operators
Keepme has introduced yet another innovative initiative aimed at providing the fitness industry with state-of-the-art resources.
Directory
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
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

franchises news

The Covery, a lifestyle optimisation wellness brand, has announced a new licensing partnership with Aura
Orangetheory and Self Esteem Brands have revealed plans to merge 'as equals' creating a new
Xponential Fitness has told HCM it will vigorously defend itself against claims made in a
Xponential has passed ownership of Stride Fitness – the running brand it bought in January
City Cave Float & Wellness Center – the Australia-based wellness franchise offering float therapy, infrared
Xponential Fitness is bringing its Club Pilates brand to the UK, with the opening of
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Universal Studios is assessing the feasibility of opening its first European resort in the UK,
Sony Pictures is set to launch an immersive indoor entertainment park at Oakbrook Center in
Xponential Fitness, the largest global franchisor of boutique fitness brands, has announced the opening of
Everlast Gyms today (16 November) opened a new flagship property at the Metro Centre in
Tom Dowd, recently appointed CEO of F45, said he remains optimistic the business can be
Falcon’s Beyond Global has begun trading on the Nasdaq stock exchange, after raising more than
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
Three Universal Beijing Resort veterans – Tom Mehrmann, Sylvia Hase and Mike Hightower – will join
Orangetheory Fitness is tapping into the strength training trend with Strength 50, a new 50-minute
PureGym added 190,000 new members in the first half of 2023 when compared with H1
Investment firm KSL Capital Partners has acquired the Hersha Hospitality Trust, the company behind a
The share price of F45 Training has fallen by 75 per cent, after the franchised
The three parent companies behind UFC Gym Australia have entered voluntary administration after being told
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Self Esteem Brands (SEB) is taking its Anytime Fitness brand to France, following the signing
Universal Parks & Resorts has undergone a rebrand to "better reflect" the changing nature of
HITIO Gym, which has experienced major success in Scandinavia, entered the UK market in 2022
Dave Long, co-founder and CEO of Orangetheory Fitness, has told HCM the boutique fitness franchise
North American spa franchise Massage Heights has reported record-breaking revenues and peak company average unit
US-based fitness franchise, Workout Anytime, has confirmed that it signed deals for 49 more sites
Recovery wellness spa franchise The Covery will expand with 15 new US locations and new
German fitness operator, Life Fit Group, led by Martin Seibold, has snapped Loft Holding GmbH
Kickboxing-inspired brand 9Round has extended its international reach with a Master Franchise Agreement for South
In the latest legal battle between Australian franchise chain Body Fit Training (BFT) and US-based
Disney is set to undergo a "major restructuring" following the shock return of CEO Bob
Planet Fitness has reported record results, with 16.6m members globally, according to its Q3 results.
FS8, the fitness concept combining Pilates, toning exercises and yoga from functional training franchiser F45,
Body Fit Training (BFT), an Xponential Fitness brand, has launched its first franchise location in
WellnessLiving – a cloud-based business management software provider and payments platform for fitness operators –
Mark Wahlberg- and David Beckham-backed F45 Training has announced a reduction in its core workforce
F45 has launched a corporate partnership programme which will enable businesses to open an F45
Affordable luxury brand Massage Green Spa lacked a centralised view of its growing, widespread operations.
Following a history of supporting US military and service members, F45 has announced a new
Massage franchise The Massage Company (TMC) will launch 10 new centres in Scotland over the
Body Fit Training (BFT), the Australian fitness franchise, has successfully defended a court action brought
Fitness operator Crunch Fitness says it's continued its recovery from lockdowns, with membership levels across
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Brawn is the digital platform that drives revenues from personal training
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
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
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
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
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
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
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson 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
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
I would say those results, along with the team’s total lack of complacency – their desire to keep improving – have been the two big highlights of my first year
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson 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
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
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
Although there’s much talk about working with health services, research from SLC suggests there’s much work to do before the sector is ready for the challenge. Kath Hudson asks the experts to identify barriers and solutions
HCM magazine
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.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Core Health & Fitness
Core Health & Fitness creates dynamic fitness experiences for the global market with products and ...
Company profiles
Company profile: GLL
GLL
As the UK’s leading provider of both leisure centres and libraries, GLL operate nearly 400 ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
The Health & Fitness Institute press release: The future of fitness education: The Health and Fitness Institute champions digital learning
The Health and Fitness Institute (THFI) is leading a revolutionary paradigm shift in fitness education by fully embracing digital learning.
Featured press releases
KeepMe press release: Keepme releases essential AI resource guide for fitness operators
Keepme has introduced yet another innovative initiative aimed at providing the fitness industry with state-of-the-art resources.
Directory
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
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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