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The Toverland theme park in the Netherlands has announced a €98m expansion programme that will
Peloton has made the strategic acquisition of Pilates start-up, Skōp, to support the expansion of
The 20th State of the Industry Report from LeisureDB has revealed a resilient, expanding and
Purpose Brands has announced its entry into the Italian market, having sold the franchise rights
Australia’s fast-growing fitness network, Viva Leisure, is adding a low-cost gym brand to its already
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Nutri-cosmeceutical beauty brand OSKIA has unveiled an eye cream called Midnight Eye Q, which has

A proposed Puy du Fou development near Bicester and Universal Destinations and Experiences’

LVMH-owned beauty house Guerlain will launch up to five spas with partners a year as
Solidcore, which is majority owned by L Catterton, has confirmed that it is actively exploring
GCC gym operator, Gymnation, has secured a $100 million private credit facility from HPS Investment
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
US athletic country club operator, Life Time, says its 2026 growth strategy and outlook are
The wellness real estate market remains the fastest-growing wellness sector, according to new research by

The turnaround at Xponential Fitness is yet to bear fruit, as Q1 revenues

Despite revenue growth and an increase in the number of sites, shares in Planet Fitness
The Africa Wellness Initiative (AWI) is to host a webinar exploring Africa’s role in the
The Spa Life UK Convention returns from 21–23 June 2026 at Whittlebury Park Hotel, Spa
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming
VivaGym – the fast-growing operator of high-value low-price gyms in Spain and Portugal – is
Activity levels are still rising among English adults according to Sport England’s new Active Lives
On unveiling a strong set of year-end results, PureGym CEO, Clive Chesser, says the low-cost
Basic-Fit has received permission to operate 24/7 staffless clubs in France, a change which is
Operational booking software company Trybe has appointed hospitality technology specialist Erica Martin as sales director
G.M. Collin has released a cream and a serum using an advanced vegan growth factor
EuropeActive interim president, Marcel Boots and host, TV presenter and former Paralympian, Denise Schindler, have
World of Frozen has opened at Disney Adventure World in Disneyland Paris with new offerings
Hyrox, is joining forces with Les Mills, to offer bespoke training programmes to get gym-goers
Low-cost operator, PureGym is piloting reformer Pilates in its Danish clubs, considering the introduction of
Elemis has extended its range of Pro-Collagen products from facial formulations to those for the
Boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness, has initiated a review of strategic alternatives to maximise shareholder value,
The newly published The UK Health & Fitness Market Report 2026 shows penetration has reached
A comprehensive review of studies on the health effects of collagen supplements has found benefits
The physical activity sector is at a crossroads. From the rise of obesity medications to
The US spa industry is making steady, meaningful progress, with revenue reaching US$23.5 billion (€21.6
Duncan Jefford has been announced as the new managing director of Everyone Active. Current MD,
Technogym, has achieved record revenues of more than €1 billion – a 13 per cent
Large parts of the mainstream gym model still do not fit the realities of many
Holistic design and architecture practice Mendil + Meyer, based in Arizona in the US, has
F45 Training, from FIT House of Brands has become the official global gym partner of
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
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
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
Pulse Fitness has created a new health club delivering an elevated wellness experience
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
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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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HCM People

Phillip Mills

CEO, Les Mills
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
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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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Specifier
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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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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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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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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Show preview
Welcome to Elevate 2026
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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
HCM magazine
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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
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
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
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
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
HCM magazine
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
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: Reaching the people most gyms miss: Bedford Gym & Swim Campaign delivers 410 new members
One of the biggest mistakes the fitness industry still makes is advertising almost exclusively to people who already look and live like gym members.
Company profiles
Company profile: Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Today’s fitness and leisure brands need technology that powers standout fitness experiences and keeps pace ...
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Company profile: Swim England
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Supplier Showcases
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Catalogue Gallery
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Featured press releases
Alliance Leisure Services (Design, Build and Fund) press release: Trowbridge pupils create lasting legacy at time capsule event
Pupils from schools across Trowbridge have come together to bury a time capsule at the site of the town’s new leisure centre, capturing a snapshot of life in 2026 for future generations.
Featured press releases
BLK BOX press release: Inside the build: Aberdeen Sports Village
When Aberdeen Sports Village set out to upgrade its gym offering, the goal was to create a more motivating, versatile and high-performing training environment for its diverse member base.
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Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
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22-23 Jun 2026
WX Wakefield , Wakefield, United Kingdom
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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,
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26-29 Oct 2027
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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growth news

The Toverland theme park in the Netherlands has announced a €98m expansion programme that will
Peloton has made the strategic acquisition of Pilates start-up, Skōp, to support the expansion of
The 20th State of the Industry Report from LeisureDB has revealed a resilient, expanding and
Purpose Brands has announced its entry into the Italian market, having sold the franchise rights
Australia’s fast-growing fitness network, Viva Leisure, is adding a low-cost gym brand to its already
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Nutri-cosmeceutical beauty brand OSKIA has unveiled an eye cream called Midnight Eye Q, which has

A proposed Puy du Fou development near Bicester and Universal Destinations and Experiences’

LVMH-owned beauty house Guerlain will launch up to five spas with partners a year as
Solidcore, which is majority owned by L Catterton, has confirmed that it is actively exploring
GCC gym operator, Gymnation, has secured a $100 million private credit facility from HPS Investment
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
US athletic country club operator, Life Time, says its 2026 growth strategy and outlook are
The wellness real estate market remains the fastest-growing wellness sector, according to new research by

The turnaround at Xponential Fitness is yet to bear fruit, as Q1 revenues

Despite revenue growth and an increase in the number of sites, shares in Planet Fitness
The Africa Wellness Initiative (AWI) is to host a webinar exploring Africa’s role in the
The Spa Life UK Convention returns from 21–23 June 2026 at Whittlebury Park Hotel, Spa
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming
VivaGym – the fast-growing operator of high-value low-price gyms in Spain and Portugal – is
Activity levels are still rising among English adults according to Sport England’s new Active Lives
On unveiling a strong set of year-end results, PureGym CEO, Clive Chesser, says the low-cost
Basic-Fit has received permission to operate 24/7 staffless clubs in France, a change which is
Operational booking software company Trybe has appointed hospitality technology specialist Erica Martin as sales director
G.M. Collin has released a cream and a serum using an advanced vegan growth factor
EuropeActive interim president, Marcel Boots and host, TV presenter and former Paralympian, Denise Schindler, have
World of Frozen has opened at Disney Adventure World in Disneyland Paris with new offerings
Hyrox, is joining forces with Les Mills, to offer bespoke training programmes to get gym-goers
Low-cost operator, PureGym is piloting reformer Pilates in its Danish clubs, considering the introduction of
Elemis has extended its range of Pro-Collagen products from facial formulations to those for the
Boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness, has initiated a review of strategic alternatives to maximise shareholder value,
The newly published The UK Health & Fitness Market Report 2026 shows penetration has reached
A comprehensive review of studies on the health effects of collagen supplements has found benefits
The physical activity sector is at a crossroads. From the rise of obesity medications to
The US spa industry is making steady, meaningful progress, with revenue reaching US$23.5 billion (€21.6
Duncan Jefford has been announced as the new managing director of Everyone Active. Current MD,
Technogym, has achieved record revenues of more than €1 billion – a 13 per cent
Large parts of the mainstream gym model still do not fit the realities of many
Holistic design and architecture practice Mendil + Meyer, based in Arizona in the US, has
F45 Training, from FIT House of Brands has become the official global gym partner of
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
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
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
Pulse Fitness has created a new health club delivering an elevated wellness experience
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
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
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
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
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
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
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
HCM magazine
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
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: Reaching the people most gyms miss: Bedford Gym & Swim Campaign delivers 410 new members
One of the biggest mistakes the fitness industry still makes is advertising almost exclusively to people who already look and live like gym members.
Company profiles
Company profile: Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Today’s fitness and leisure brands need technology that powers standout fitness experiences and keeps pace ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Swim England
Swim England was the only governing body of swimming in the world when it was ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Alliance Leisure Services (Design, Build and Fund) press release: Trowbridge pupils create lasting legacy at time capsule event
Pupils from schools across Trowbridge have come together to bury a time capsule at the site of the town’s new leisure centre, capturing a snapshot of life in 2026 for future generations.
Featured press releases
BLK BOX press release: Inside the build: Aberdeen Sports Village
When Aberdeen Sports Village set out to upgrade its gym offering, the goal was to create a more motivating, versatile and high-performing training environment for its diverse member base.
Directory
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
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
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-23 Jun 2026
WX Wakefield , Wakefield, United Kingdom
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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