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US high-value, low-price chain, Eos Fitness, has announced plans to pilot reformer Pilates in three
After some delays, work on Newcastle’s £28.9 million wellness centre at West Denton is underway
Freedom Leisure and Ebbsfleet Garden City Trust have opened the £13 million Weldon Wellbeing Pavilion
Independent operator, Fitness Worx Gyms, is introducing private blood testing as a service to members.
Crunch Fitness has announced the launch of Crunch Reform Pilates – its own reformer concept

Shedd Aquarium has opened the Immersion Theater developed in partnership with SimEx-Iwerks, as

As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Luxury members’ club Tramp has expanded into the fitness, health and wellness sector with the

Brio Northgate – formerly Northgate Arena in Chester – has officially reopened following

JD Gyms has designed its own personal training qualification and announced the launch of the

A new global study by Kevin Kelly and Peter Yesawich is shedding fresh

Premium operator, Third Space, opens its 15th health club today (1 May) in Chelsea, off
Sauna specialist Effe (formerly Effegibi) has introduced its new sauna and hammam collection, Baluar, designed
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Sant Roch, a contrast therapy wellness centre that opened in Paris’ first arrondissement (France) last
The €200m (US$221.3 million, £169.7 million) Pical Resort, Valamar Collection has opened in Croatia with
Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge, a prestigious landmark in the heart of London,
Intelligent Spas has collaborated with hospitality and wellness strategy consultant Reena Sheth of Gaiia to
KA Leisure is investing more than £1.2 million in a major capital improvement programme across
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
The Gym Group has exceeded expectations with its 2025 results and upgraded the outlook, with
EGYM has been debuting its new Smart Strength line today (5 March) at events around
Design firm 4a Architekten has shared details of the recently-completed extension to the wellness facilities
Matrix Fitness has launched the Onyx Collection, a five-machine range of luxury CV products designed
David and Victoria Beckham have sold their full-floor penthouse at One Thousand Museum in Miami
Intelligent Spas has published the results of an industry survey that invited spa managers from
A new strategic partnership between Swim England and Neurodiverse Sport (NdS) will strengthen neuro‑inclusive practice
Following the long-awaited opening of the $1bn Grand Egyptian Museum, Roisin Heneghan spoke to CLADmag
Meraki Wellness, a new standalone 16,000sq ft wellness destination, will debut in Grand Cayman, Cayman
Gymnation’s latest report into the Gulf region revealed this is a population with high health
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has unveiled its 2026 Future of Wellness Trends report, outlining
Terme Preistoriche Resort and Spa in Motegrotto Terme, Italy, has opened a thermal treatment centre
The UK Spa Association (UKSA) has announced it will launch an industry job board to
A collection of lighting from Paris-based designer Lucas Zito aims to reframe the idea of
The new Balera Collection sees design studio Studiotamat team up with ceramic artist Arianna De
PureGym has focused on the post-exercise, feel-good glow in an advertising campaign that launched on
Lucibel.le, a subsidiary of French new-generation lighting specialists the Lucibel Group, is launching a red
Steigenberger Icon Europäischer Hof Baden-Baden in Baden-Baden, Germany, opened earlier this year following extensive renovations
Total Fitness has secured £15 million from its digital banking partner, OakNorth, as it prepares
Design firm Heatherwick Studio and British lighting brand Tala have teamed up to create a
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released its first guideline on the use of GLP-1s
The MSpa Oslo combines advanced technology, thoughtful design, and effortless installation — setting a new
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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
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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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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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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
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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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New launch, Salus House, elevates boutique wellness with high service levels and a partnership with Technogym
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Active IQ is calling for greater accountability in online fitness advice with the launch of a new trustmark
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Welcome to Elevate 2026
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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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Research
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
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Editor's letter
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
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Specifier
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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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
Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
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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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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
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Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
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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
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Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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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
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
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I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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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
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Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
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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

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
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Opinion
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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.
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Leisure Energy is now an approved supplier on the Everything Estates Renewables & Construction Framework.
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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.
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lighting news

US high-value, low-price chain, Eos Fitness, has announced plans to pilot reformer Pilates in three
After some delays, work on Newcastle’s £28.9 million wellness centre at West Denton is underway
Freedom Leisure and Ebbsfleet Garden City Trust have opened the £13 million Weldon Wellbeing Pavilion
Independent operator, Fitness Worx Gyms, is introducing private blood testing as a service to members.
Crunch Fitness has announced the launch of Crunch Reform Pilates – its own reformer concept

Shedd Aquarium has opened the Immersion Theater developed in partnership with SimEx-Iwerks, as

As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Luxury members’ club Tramp has expanded into the fitness, health and wellness sector with the

Brio Northgate – formerly Northgate Arena in Chester – has officially reopened following

JD Gyms has designed its own personal training qualification and announced the launch of the

A new global study by Kevin Kelly and Peter Yesawich is shedding fresh

Premium operator, Third Space, opens its 15th health club today (1 May) in Chelsea, off
Sauna specialist Effe (formerly Effegibi) has introduced its new sauna and hammam collection, Baluar, designed
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Sant Roch, a contrast therapy wellness centre that opened in Paris’ first arrondissement (France) last
The €200m (US$221.3 million, £169.7 million) Pical Resort, Valamar Collection has opened in Croatia with
Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge, a prestigious landmark in the heart of London,
Intelligent Spas has collaborated with hospitality and wellness strategy consultant Reena Sheth of Gaiia to
KA Leisure is investing more than £1.2 million in a major capital improvement programme across
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
The Gym Group has exceeded expectations with its 2025 results and upgraded the outlook, with
EGYM has been debuting its new Smart Strength line today (5 March) at events around
Design firm 4a Architekten has shared details of the recently-completed extension to the wellness facilities
Matrix Fitness has launched the Onyx Collection, a five-machine range of luxury CV products designed
David and Victoria Beckham have sold their full-floor penthouse at One Thousand Museum in Miami
Intelligent Spas has published the results of an industry survey that invited spa managers from
A new strategic partnership between Swim England and Neurodiverse Sport (NdS) will strengthen neuro‑inclusive practice
Following the long-awaited opening of the $1bn Grand Egyptian Museum, Roisin Heneghan spoke to CLADmag
Meraki Wellness, a new standalone 16,000sq ft wellness destination, will debut in Grand Cayman, Cayman
Gymnation’s latest report into the Gulf region revealed this is a population with high health
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has unveiled its 2026 Future of Wellness Trends report, outlining
Terme Preistoriche Resort and Spa in Motegrotto Terme, Italy, has opened a thermal treatment centre
The UK Spa Association (UKSA) has announced it will launch an industry job board to
A collection of lighting from Paris-based designer Lucas Zito aims to reframe the idea of
The new Balera Collection sees design studio Studiotamat team up with ceramic artist Arianna De
PureGym has focused on the post-exercise, feel-good glow in an advertising campaign that launched on
Lucibel.le, a subsidiary of French new-generation lighting specialists the Lucibel Group, is launching a red
Steigenberger Icon Europäischer Hof Baden-Baden in Baden-Baden, Germany, opened earlier this year following extensive renovations
Total Fitness has secured £15 million from its digital banking partner, OakNorth, as it prepares
Design firm Heatherwick Studio and British lighting brand Tala have teamed up to create a
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released its first guideline on the use of GLP-1s
The MSpa Oslo combines advanced technology, thoughtful design, and effortless installation — setting a new
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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
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
New launch, Salus House, elevates boutique wellness with high service levels and a partnership with Technogym
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Active IQ is calling for greater accountability in online fitness advice with the launch of a new trustmark
HCM promotional features
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
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
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
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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
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
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
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
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
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
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: GymNation
Ranging from 25,000 to 60,000 square feet, GymNation is open 24/7, 365 days a year ...
Company profiles
Company profile: EGYM UK Ltd
EGYM partners with companies to improve employee health by providing access to fitness and health ...
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
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
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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