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The wellness real estate market remains the fastest-growing wellness sector, according to new research by
Activity levels are still rising among English adults according to Sport England’s new Active Lives
In the world of wellness, the age-old tradition of sauna bathing is synonymous with relaxation,
Anytime Fitness is tackling gymtimidation with a new advertising campaign and in-club initiative, designed for
New Australian franchisor, BeWell Brands, has entered into a joint venture partnership with Fitesque, a
Joint vision on social sustainability Efteling and ride manufacturer Vekoma join forces in social sustainability.
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
European affordable fitness giant, Basic-Fit – which is known for its low staffing levels – has designed
Frame, which operates boutique studios across London, has been acquired by Wellverse Fitzrovia Ltd, owner
The resilience of the UK fitness sector and its thirst for innovation was evident at
Sustainability-focused trade association GSN Planet (Green Spa Network) has announced the formation of a strategic
Jessica Hawkins, Aston Martin Aramco’s head of Formula One Academy and driver ambassador, has become
Physical participation figures are the highest ever, but inequalities remain with the same groups still
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
The UK health and fitness industry is growing exponentially, with revenue up by 8.8 per
The national governing body for group exercise in the UK – EMD UK (Exercise, Movement
UAE developer Aldar has announced plans for The Wilds, a new wellness-focused community coming to
The Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team has announced Elemis as its first official skincare
After a year expanding into new territories, In2Fitness is planning to open a further 25
British-based, family-run spa uniform supplier, Florence Roby, has announced the launch of its new capsule
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
The Health and Fitness Association’s new 2024 HFA Global Report shows that despite ongoing macro-economic
GAIA Skincare, an innovator in the UK wellness industry, continues to evolve its treatment and
The UK’s largest operator of affordable fitness, PureGym, has announced today that CEO Humphrey Cobbold
The BLK BOX team is thrilled to unveil its design and construction work on the
Boxing and strength franchise UBX has taken a step closer to realising its ambitions to
Trade show and conference, Elevate, is expanding to India next year, with an event scheduled
Global restaurant brand, Subway, has teamed up with GB Basketball, Breaking GB and Skateboard GB
The HCM team were busy at the recent FIBO Global Fitness event in Cologne, Germany,
Historic England has announced it will be funding 56 creative projects that honour the heritage
Introducing Sprung Gym-Flooring, where innovation meets excellence in the world of flooring and sports solutions.
Oman’s Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning (MoHUP) has revealed plans for an ambitious high-altitude
CIMSPA has published its 2024-2030 strategy Releasing the Power of Our Profession, which sets out
Gold's Gym Thousand Oaks, in Southern California, has announced the completion of its remodel and
Oakworks has unveiled a new treatment table range to redefine accessibility standards in the spa
The Fortis Championships, the interclub fitness competition at Everyone Active, enjoyed a second successful year
Introducing Oakworks ’ revolutionary ADA Compliant Low-Height Spa table line – a game-changer in accessible
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) is everyone’s responsibility, especially given the industry’s ambition to broaden
Speedflex, the fitness concept known for delivering HIIT Without The Hurt, has announced a number
Beauty and wellness services booking platform Treatwell has launched a LGBTQIA+ friendly badge on its
Luxury hospitality company Jumeirah Group has appointed industry veteran Niamh O’Connell as its first vice
Peloton has announced a major rebrand as part of a 'realignment' of its services. Announcing
Dr Fiona Bull, head of the physical activity unit at the World Health Organization (WHO),
12,300
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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
HCM promotional features
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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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Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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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
HCM promotional features
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
HCM promotional features
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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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
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Promotion
Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company
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HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Insight
Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Research
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
HCM magazine
Specifier
Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
HCM magazine
Show preview
Welcome to Elevate 2026
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Specifier
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
HCM magazine
HCM People

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
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
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
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
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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
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
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
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
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
HCM magazine
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
HCM magazine
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…
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
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STA is pleased to announce that its Safeguarding Children and Adults at Risk CPD has been endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) against both the Safeguarding and Protecting Children and Safeguarding Adults technical specialism professional standards.
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inclusivity news

The wellness real estate market remains the fastest-growing wellness sector, according to new research by
Activity levels are still rising among English adults according to Sport England’s new Active Lives
In the world of wellness, the age-old tradition of sauna bathing is synonymous with relaxation,
Anytime Fitness is tackling gymtimidation with a new advertising campaign and in-club initiative, designed for
New Australian franchisor, BeWell Brands, has entered into a joint venture partnership with Fitesque, a
Joint vision on social sustainability Efteling and ride manufacturer Vekoma join forces in social sustainability.
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
European affordable fitness giant, Basic-Fit – which is known for its low staffing levels – has designed
Frame, which operates boutique studios across London, has been acquired by Wellverse Fitzrovia Ltd, owner
The resilience of the UK fitness sector and its thirst for innovation was evident at
Sustainability-focused trade association GSN Planet (Green Spa Network) has announced the formation of a strategic
Jessica Hawkins, Aston Martin Aramco’s head of Formula One Academy and driver ambassador, has become
Physical participation figures are the highest ever, but inequalities remain with the same groups still
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
The UK health and fitness industry is growing exponentially, with revenue up by 8.8 per
The national governing body for group exercise in the UK – EMD UK (Exercise, Movement
UAE developer Aldar has announced plans for The Wilds, a new wellness-focused community coming to
The Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team has announced Elemis as its first official skincare
After a year expanding into new territories, In2Fitness is planning to open a further 25
British-based, family-run spa uniform supplier, Florence Roby, has announced the launch of its new capsule
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
The Health and Fitness Association’s new 2024 HFA Global Report shows that despite ongoing macro-economic
GAIA Skincare, an innovator in the UK wellness industry, continues to evolve its treatment and
The UK’s largest operator of affordable fitness, PureGym, has announced today that CEO Humphrey Cobbold
The BLK BOX team is thrilled to unveil its design and construction work on the
Boxing and strength franchise UBX has taken a step closer to realising its ambitions to
Trade show and conference, Elevate, is expanding to India next year, with an event scheduled
Global restaurant brand, Subway, has teamed up with GB Basketball, Breaking GB and Skateboard GB
The HCM team were busy at the recent FIBO Global Fitness event in Cologne, Germany,
Historic England has announced it will be funding 56 creative projects that honour the heritage
Introducing Sprung Gym-Flooring, where innovation meets excellence in the world of flooring and sports solutions.
Oman’s Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning (MoHUP) has revealed plans for an ambitious high-altitude
CIMSPA has published its 2024-2030 strategy Releasing the Power of Our Profession, which sets out
Gold's Gym Thousand Oaks, in Southern California, has announced the completion of its remodel and
Oakworks has unveiled a new treatment table range to redefine accessibility standards in the spa
The Fortis Championships, the interclub fitness competition at Everyone Active, enjoyed a second successful year
Introducing Oakworks ’ revolutionary ADA Compliant Low-Height Spa table line – a game-changer in accessible
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) is everyone’s responsibility, especially given the industry’s ambition to broaden
Speedflex, the fitness concept known for delivering HIIT Without The Hurt, has announced a number
Beauty and wellness services booking platform Treatwell has launched a LGBTQIA+ friendly badge on its
Luxury hospitality company Jumeirah Group has appointed industry veteran Niamh O’Connell as its first vice
Peloton has announced a major rebrand as part of a 'realignment' of its services. Announcing
Dr Fiona Bull, head of the physical activity unit at the World Health Organization (WHO),
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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
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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
Promotion
Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company
HCM promotional features
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
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
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
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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
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
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
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
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
HCM magazine
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
HCM magazine
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…
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: CoverMe extends matching service to personal training, rewriting how members and personal trainers connect
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal training platform that connects the right personal trainer to the right client in under 10 seconds.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: The Fitness Group Education
The Fitness Group is a UK provider of fitness education, working with gyms and organisations ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Sprung Gym Flooring
Sprung Gym Flooring a trusted brand who specialise in high-performance, durable, non-slip rubber gym flooring, ...
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
Leisure Energy press release: Leisure Energy has joined the Everything Estates frameworks
Leisure Energy is now an approved supplier on the Everything Estates Renewables & Construction Framework.
Featured press releases
Swimming Teachers' Association (STA) press release: STA Safeguarding programme for aquatic professionals awarded CIMSPA endorsement and CPD points
STA is pleased to announce that its Safeguarding Children and Adults at Risk CPD has been endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) against both the Safeguarding and Protecting Children and Safeguarding Adults technical specialism professional standards.
Directory
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
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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