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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

obstacle course news

Myzone is kicking off a new partnership with Farm Fitness as its official heart rate
Skånes Djurpark zoo in southern Sweden is launching a glamping experience for guests this year.
The Nickelodeon Playtime family attraction in Shenzhen, China is gearing up for its launch in
Stretchmarks Asia have designed a new activity park in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, that is aimed
It's been another momentous year in the attractions industry, and Attractions Management has been there
Core Health & Fitness announced a new and exciting partnership with professional obstacle course race
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Nine themed settings and 25 unique water attractions, including 17 slides, are spread across a
Ninja Nation, the US-based operator of obstacle course gyms, is looking to take the concept
Destination spa brand Canyon Ranch has opened reservations for stays beginning on 1 November for
Leisure trust Active Nation has acquired the former Fit4Less gym in Preston, Lancashire, bringing the
Having opened the indoor part of its new Soundwaves Water Experience in December 2018, Gaylord
Royal Caribbean International – the cruise line brand founded in Norway – has opened its
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
Danish architects Effekt and global engineering consultancy Arup Associates have completed a tornado-shaped observation tower
Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark – a new luxury family resort in the Catskills, outside
Wellness destination Canyon Ranch has announced plans for new branded Canyon Ranch Wellness Retreats, with
Spartan, the obstacle course and endurance brand, has launched into the corporate wellness market with
A US$90m (€79m, £70.4m) waterpark development has opened its doors to the public, with the
Royal Caribbean International – the cruise line brand founded in Norway – has unveiled the
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Serco Leisure is entering the obstacle course market as it looks to diversify its fitness
ukactive is backing NHS proposals to create 10 “Healthy New Towns” that place physical activity
David Lloyd Clubs is partnering with obstacle course race Spartan for the second year running
Explorer Bear Grylls will be launching his indoor fitness programme in London at trampoline park
London’s first permanent ‘ninja run’ obstacle course has been established in a new leisure centre
Trampoline chain Oxygen Freejumping and intrepid explorer Bear Grylls have teamed up to launch a
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has announced a new exclusive partnership with Reebok Spartan Race UK
The family team behind independent health club chain truGym are expanding the business into the
British Military Fitness (BMF) has announced an innovative new partnership with Blacks Outdoor Retail to
Trampolining company Oxygen Freejumping has announced that its second venue will open at a retail
Australia’s first pop-up waterpark is set to make a splash in Perth, when Xscape at
The newly opened Camelback Lodge & Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark in Tannersville, Pennsylvania, US, has completed
Following a US$25m (€21.5m, £16.4m) renovation of its aquarium earlier this year, Toledo Zoo has
Visitor attraction operator and developer Paragon Entertainment has announced that its licensing division has secured
Oxygen Freejumping, a new venture helmed by David Stalker and Fred Turok, has sprung open
Film star and parkour pioneer Sébastien Foucan is teaming up with David Stalker’s new trampolining
The events are often pitched as the ultimate challenge, but participants in a recent French
The Hotel Komune in Keramas Bali, which was originally established as an exclusive surf resort
Virgin Active has announced the launch of its long-awaited Discovery Lab – a creative hub
Pure Gym has become the latest major gym chain to capitalise on the UK’s insatiable
Surf Snowdonia, a massive surf facility in north Wales, UK, has announced an opening date
A new outdoor training facility in the heart of London’s Shoreditch is offering functional training
12,300
HCM promotional features
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We want our future sports centre to act as a co-location for health and wellbeing services, furthering our connections with GP referrals and digital health platforms
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The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
HCM magazine
Opinion
Operators have been buoyed by the strong return of members to clubs, but they dismiss digital at their peril
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
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
Wellness
Absenteeism and presenteeism is taking a huge economic toll, with musculoskeletal problems and poor mental health the biggest issues. Can workplace wellness make a difference? Kath Hudson investigates
HCM magazine
Research
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
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
Debate
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
Everyone's talking about
Property experts say it’s a golden moment for health and fitness operators to secure leases, as the sector has come through the pandemic with its reputation largely intact and clubs are seen as desirable anchor tenants. Kath Hudson finds out why landlords want to talk
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
We’ve had an outstanding year, with record revenues of €77m and €31m in EBITDA in 2023.
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
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
HCM magazine
We’re planning to connect our system with strength equipment, so we can also report on improvements
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Panatta to showcase innovation at major fitness and bodybuilding events in 2024
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry events around the globe.
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: CoverMe Ltd
CoverMe Fitness is an on-demand group exercise cover app that connects qualified and insured instructors ...
Company profiles
Company profile: TRP (powered by Fitronics)
Fitronics develop effective, user-friendly software for the sport, health and fitness industry to improve member ...
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
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
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

obstacle course news

Myzone is kicking off a new partnership with Farm Fitness as its official heart rate
Skånes Djurpark zoo in southern Sweden is launching a glamping experience for guests this year.
The Nickelodeon Playtime family attraction in Shenzhen, China is gearing up for its launch in
Stretchmarks Asia have designed a new activity park in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, that is aimed
It's been another momentous year in the attractions industry, and Attractions Management has been there
Core Health & Fitness announced a new and exciting partnership with professional obstacle course race
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Nine themed settings and 25 unique water attractions, including 17 slides, are spread across a
Ninja Nation, the US-based operator of obstacle course gyms, is looking to take the concept
Destination spa brand Canyon Ranch has opened reservations for stays beginning on 1 November for
Leisure trust Active Nation has acquired the former Fit4Less gym in Preston, Lancashire, bringing the
Having opened the indoor part of its new Soundwaves Water Experience in December 2018, Gaylord
Royal Caribbean International – the cruise line brand founded in Norway – has opened its
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
Danish architects Effekt and global engineering consultancy Arup Associates have completed a tornado-shaped observation tower
Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark – a new luxury family resort in the Catskills, outside
Wellness destination Canyon Ranch has announced plans for new branded Canyon Ranch Wellness Retreats, with
Spartan, the obstacle course and endurance brand, has launched into the corporate wellness market with
A US$90m (€79m, £70.4m) waterpark development has opened its doors to the public, with the
Royal Caribbean International – the cruise line brand founded in Norway – has unveiled the
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Serco Leisure is entering the obstacle course market as it looks to diversify its fitness
ukactive is backing NHS proposals to create 10 “Healthy New Towns” that place physical activity
David Lloyd Clubs is partnering with obstacle course race Spartan for the second year running
Explorer Bear Grylls will be launching his indoor fitness programme in London at trampoline park
London’s first permanent ‘ninja run’ obstacle course has been established in a new leisure centre
Trampoline chain Oxygen Freejumping and intrepid explorer Bear Grylls have teamed up to launch a
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has announced a new exclusive partnership with Reebok Spartan Race UK
The family team behind independent health club chain truGym are expanding the business into the
British Military Fitness (BMF) has announced an innovative new partnership with Blacks Outdoor Retail to
Trampolining company Oxygen Freejumping has announced that its second venue will open at a retail
Australia’s first pop-up waterpark is set to make a splash in Perth, when Xscape at
The newly opened Camelback Lodge & Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark in Tannersville, Pennsylvania, US, has completed
Following a US$25m (€21.5m, £16.4m) renovation of its aquarium earlier this year, Toledo Zoo has
Visitor attraction operator and developer Paragon Entertainment has announced that its licensing division has secured
Oxygen Freejumping, a new venture helmed by David Stalker and Fred Turok, has sprung open
Film star and parkour pioneer Sébastien Foucan is teaming up with David Stalker’s new trampolining
The events are often pitched as the ultimate challenge, but participants in a recent French
The Hotel Komune in Keramas Bali, which was originally established as an exclusive surf resort
Virgin Active has announced the launch of its long-awaited Discovery Lab – a creative hub
Pure Gym has become the latest major gym chain to capitalise on the UK’s insatiable
Surf Snowdonia, a massive surf facility in north Wales, UK, has announced an opening date
A new outdoor training facility in the heart of London’s Shoreditch is offering functional training
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
We want our future sports centre to act as a co-location for health and wellbeing services, furthering our connections with GP referrals and digital health platforms
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
We’ve had an outstanding year, with record revenues of €77m and €31m in EBITDA in 2023.
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
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
HCM magazine
We’re planning to connect our system with strength equipment, so we can also report on improvements
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Panatta to showcase innovation at major fitness and bodybuilding events in 2024
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry events around the globe.
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: CoverMe Ltd
CoverMe Fitness is an on-demand group exercise cover app that connects qualified and insured instructors ...
Company profiles
Company profile: TRP (powered by Fitronics)
Fitronics develop effective, user-friendly software for the sport, health and fitness industry to improve member ...
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
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
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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