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kickboxing news

The fitness industry is gearing up to engage with the medical profession according to the
The boundaries that mapped the cardio floor, the weight room and aerobics classes have been
HITIO Gym, which has experienced major success in Scandinavia, entered the UK market in 2022
Vietnam-based California Fitness and Yoga, part of Australasian health and fitness operator Fitness and Lifestyle
Kickboxing-inspired brand 9Round has extended its international reach with a Master Franchise Agreement for South
US-based health, fitness and racquets club operator, Life Time, has opened a residential wellness resort
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Studio Saxe have created a fitness centre in Costa Rica designed to be a "small
Women-only kickboxing franchise 30 Minute Hit plans to open 50 new sites internationally during 2020.
Dutch PT and small group exercise operator Gustav Gym has revealed its plans for expansion
active-net is supporting the work of blood cancer charity, DKMS, by encouraging greater awareness of
Xponential Fitness has acquired Pure Barre, one of the largest barre franchises in the US
Xponential Fitness has acquired US-based boutique chain Yoga Six for an undisclosed sum – making
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
Indoor cycling chain CycleBar will open its first site in London's Nine Elms in the
US-based Xponential Fitness has revealed plans to take its portfolio of brands global through a
Omni Fight Club has become the latest US-based fitness franchise to enter the UK with
The newly opened Waterfront Spa & Health Club at the Best Western Plus Dover Marina
The 325-bedroom Shangri-La Hotel, Xiamen, has opened in China, within the city’s newly developed financial
The One&Only Le Saint Géran in Mauritius is preparing to reopen to guests following a
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Malaysian conglomerate YTL Hotels has expanded its presence in the Asian wellness resort market with
Kickboxing-themed gym operator 9Round has opened its 500th location in Orlando, Florida, US. The franchise-based
US-based Title Boxing Club is set to add more than 70 new clubs in the
Leading fit-tech company Wexer has launched a suite of new virtual fitness classes. Produced by
US-based budget health club operator Retro Fitness plans to add 100 new franchised sites to
Fitness company WeTRAIN is looking to raise £600,000 through a crowdfunding campaign, as it plans
The Small Maldives Island Co has opened Finolhu, a new eclectic Maldivian resort with a
Zach Thomas is now overseeing Island Spa Catalina in California, operated by American Leisure, as
The Pure Group has opened a 25,000sq ft health club over six floors in the
Leading Asian operator the Pure Group recently unveiled its 12th location: its first hybrid club
A new small group personal training concept is being launched by FitPro in the UK.
Andrew Gibson, VP of spa and wellness for FRHI Hotels & Resorts, identified several key
Peter Taunton, the founder and CEO of 24/7 franchise operation Snap Fitness, has launched a
Fitness tracking device Moov has made its market debut, offering data capture as well as
London’s Bankside will be the home to the latest HIIT-based gym, when former kickboxing world
UFC Gym opened its third site in March, in Corona, California, US. A brand extension
US-based operator Crunch has unveiled its third club in southern Florida with the opening of
Madonna is teaming with the founder of the US health club chain 24 Hour Fitness
IDEA Health & Fitness Association has defined three exercise classes that have seen recent increases
The largest cruise liner ever built, the Oasis of the Seas has left the Finnish
Holmes Place has opened its first health and fitness club in Hungary. The Gozsdu club
A former overweight fruit and veg stall worker has been recognized as Fitness Wales Entrepreneur
12,300
HCM promotional features
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The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
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Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
HCM promotional features
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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
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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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
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
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
News report
The Basic-Fit franchise initiative will cover markets not adjacent to current operations and could enable us to enter other continents
HCM magazine
Letters
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
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
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
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
Research
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
HCM magazine
Life lessons
Remember when there was mass hostility about London hosting the 2012 Olympics? Huw Edwards, CEO of UK Active, was there. He talks to Kath Hudson about the lessons he learned
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
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, 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

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
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
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
HCM magazine
We’ve had an outstanding year, with record revenues of €77m and €31m in EBITDA in 2023.
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
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: Study Active acquires Premier Global name and select branding assets
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
Company profiles
Company profile: ABC Trainerize
ABC Trainerize is a member engagement mobile app and software platform that allows coaches and ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Power Plate
Power Plate is owned, manufactured and distributed by Northbrook, Ill.- based Performance Health Systems LLC, ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Featured press releases
Technogym press release: DESIGN TO MOVE exhibition celebrates 40 years of Technogym with 40 unique creations by 40 designers
At 2024 Milan Design Week, Technogym celebrated its 40 years with the special exhibition "Design to Move”, featuring 40 unique Technogym Benches – one of the brand's iconic products – designed by 40 different international designers and artists from all over the world.
Directory
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
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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

kickboxing news

The fitness industry is gearing up to engage with the medical profession according to the
The boundaries that mapped the cardio floor, the weight room and aerobics classes have been
HITIO Gym, which has experienced major success in Scandinavia, entered the UK market in 2022
Vietnam-based California Fitness and Yoga, part of Australasian health and fitness operator Fitness and Lifestyle
Kickboxing-inspired brand 9Round has extended its international reach with a Master Franchise Agreement for South
US-based health, fitness and racquets club operator, Life Time, has opened a residential wellness resort
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Studio Saxe have created a fitness centre in Costa Rica designed to be a "small
Women-only kickboxing franchise 30 Minute Hit plans to open 50 new sites internationally during 2020.
Dutch PT and small group exercise operator Gustav Gym has revealed its plans for expansion
active-net is supporting the work of blood cancer charity, DKMS, by encouraging greater awareness of
Xponential Fitness has acquired Pure Barre, one of the largest barre franchises in the US
Xponential Fitness has acquired US-based boutique chain Yoga Six for an undisclosed sum – making
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
Indoor cycling chain CycleBar will open its first site in London's Nine Elms in the
US-based Xponential Fitness has revealed plans to take its portfolio of brands global through a
Omni Fight Club has become the latest US-based fitness franchise to enter the UK with
The newly opened Waterfront Spa & Health Club at the Best Western Plus Dover Marina
The 325-bedroom Shangri-La Hotel, Xiamen, has opened in China, within the city’s newly developed financial
The One&Only Le Saint Géran in Mauritius is preparing to reopen to guests following a
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Malaysian conglomerate YTL Hotels has expanded its presence in the Asian wellness resort market with
Kickboxing-themed gym operator 9Round has opened its 500th location in Orlando, Florida, US. The franchise-based
US-based Title Boxing Club is set to add more than 70 new clubs in the
Leading fit-tech company Wexer has launched a suite of new virtual fitness classes. Produced by
US-based budget health club operator Retro Fitness plans to add 100 new franchised sites to
Fitness company WeTRAIN is looking to raise £600,000 through a crowdfunding campaign, as it plans
The Small Maldives Island Co has opened Finolhu, a new eclectic Maldivian resort with a
Zach Thomas is now overseeing Island Spa Catalina in California, operated by American Leisure, as
The Pure Group has opened a 25,000sq ft health club over six floors in the
Leading Asian operator the Pure Group recently unveiled its 12th location: its first hybrid club
A new small group personal training concept is being launched by FitPro in the UK.
Andrew Gibson, VP of spa and wellness for FRHI Hotels & Resorts, identified several key
Peter Taunton, the founder and CEO of 24/7 franchise operation Snap Fitness, has launched a
Fitness tracking device Moov has made its market debut, offering data capture as well as
London’s Bankside will be the home to the latest HIIT-based gym, when former kickboxing world
UFC Gym opened its third site in March, in Corona, California, US. A brand extension
US-based operator Crunch has unveiled its third club in southern Florida with the opening of
Madonna is teaming with the founder of the US health club chain 24 Hour Fitness
IDEA Health & Fitness Association has defined three exercise classes that have seen recent increases
The largest cruise liner ever built, the Oasis of the Seas has left the Finnish
Holmes Place has opened its first health and fitness club in Hungary. The Gozsdu club
A former overweight fruit and veg stall worker has been recognized as Fitness Wales Entrepreneur
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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
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
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
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
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, 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

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
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
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
HCM magazine
We’ve had an outstanding year, with record revenues of €77m and €31m in EBITDA in 2023.
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
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: Study Active acquires Premier Global name and select branding assets
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
Company profiles
Company profile: ABC Trainerize
ABC Trainerize is a member engagement mobile app and software platform that allows coaches and ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Power Plate
Power Plate is owned, manufactured and distributed by Northbrook, Ill.- based Performance Health Systems LLC, ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Featured press releases
Technogym press release: DESIGN TO MOVE exhibition celebrates 40 years of Technogym with 40 unique creations by 40 designers
At 2024 Milan Design Week, Technogym celebrated its 40 years with the special exhibition "Design to Move”, featuring 40 unique Technogym Benches – one of the brand's iconic products – designed by 40 different international designers and artists from all over the world.
Directory
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
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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