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Places Leisure has exchanged contracts to build and operate a flagship £60m water and wellness
The 20th State of the Industry Report from LeisureDB has revealed a resilient, expanding and
Tewinbury Farm Hotel in Hertfordshire, UK is expanding its premium leisure proposition with the launch

Work is underway in Madrid on one of Europe’s most significant multi-functional complexes,

Virgin Limited Edition, a brand by Virgin Hotels Collection, has announced it will open a
David Lloyd Clubs has announced plans to develop a premium, family-friendly club in Hampton Court,
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Nobu Hospitality, co-founded by actor Robert de Niro, has revealed details of the upcoming US$250
David Lloyd is back in the market with a new concept, the Real David Lloyd's
Racquet sports brand, Slazenger, has opened a new padel club in Blackburn and announces plans
The Bannatyne Group has bought a premium health and wellbeing facility in Basingstoke, as part
Go Fit has been brought on board by Club Atlético de Madrid for the €800
Sandwell Leisure Trust launched its rebrand to Kore Sandwell on Monday 17 November. The name
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
"The fitness industry is facing an identity crisis," was Anna Bjustam's opening statement as she
David Stalker has been announced as the new chair of UK Active today (6 October)
Construction has begun on David Lloyd Club’s latest site at St Neots in Cambridgeshire, UK
TDR Capital has taken on fresh investment and created a new fund for David Lloyd
Engineering entrepreneur, Matt Harford, has launched a new fitness, physical activity and community concept called
Four-star hotel group HD Hotels will launch an integrated wellness concept at its HD Lobos
Lifestyle mega-estate Steyn City, in the northern suburbs of Johannesburg, South Africa has announced the
A £24 million modernisation programme will get underway in Wandsworth, London as Places Leisure wins
With interest in padel skyrocketing, David Lloyd Clubs is extending its padel programme, positioning itself
Go Fit has invested more than €20 million in its latest development, a 22,000 square
India’s aqua fitness icon Rajni Maker is leading a water-based wellness programme between 14-18 June
Sport England has confirmed that Simon Hayes will take over from Tim Hollingsworth as CEO.
The UK fitness industry is growing in terms of members, market value and penetration, according
UAE developer Aldar has announced plans for The Wilds, a new wellness-focused community coming to
The Club Company, has kicked off 2025 with the acquisition of The Nottinghamshire Golf and
Everlast Gyms has confirmed the acquisition of four sites from Roko Health Clubs, in Chiswick,
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts has partnered with Miami-based private investment company Yntegra Group to realise
David Lloyd Clubs launched its latest site at Bury St Edmunds, UK, yesterday (3 December,)
Reservations are now open for stays at Shebara – a hyper-luxury resort and nature-inspired spa
Luxury fragrance, beauty and spa brand Guerlain is gearing up to open its first spa
The padel craze continues with the launch of a new club at Champneys Mottram Hall
A brand new signature Mandarin Oriental spa is set to launch on Bali’s picturesque Bukit
One&Only Resorts has introduced a new three-storey spa on the picturesque Greek island of Kéa,
David Lloyd Leisure has opened the doors of Madrid country club, La Finca, which it
Oxygen Consulting is about to launch its first UK Padel Report, which investigates this fast-growing
Mark Hewlett, founder of padel tennis operator Soul Padel has told HCM the company is
David Lloyd Clubs has been granted planning permission to develop a health and racquets centre
Luxury goods conglomerate LVMH has announced plans to expand its portfolio of premium Cheval Blanc
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Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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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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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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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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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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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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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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Editor's letter
After decades of focusing on adult audiences, operators are starting to engage young people – unlocking growth opportunities while supporting the health and wellbeing of future generations
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Interview
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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Strength
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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HCM People

Jamie Clements

The Breath Coach
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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Talking point
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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Profile
Shaping the future of the sector with a clear mission, unified voice and open channels of communication. This is the ambition of UK Active’s new chair
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HCM People

Shaun Grove

Owner, Stride Fitness
My goal was to invest in where fitness is going, not where it’s already been
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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
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As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
The new CEO of UK Active talks to HCM about the gym-curious and why he believes the sector can double in size by the end of the next decade
HCM magazine
We’ve reduced the level of council investment over the last three years by 40 per cent and increased our turnover by 9 per cent
HCM magazine
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
HCM magazine
Would you stop selling memberships to prevent your club getting overcrowded? How do you strike the balance between maximising profits and prioritising the member experience? Kath Hudson talks to the experts
HCM magazine
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
HCM magazine
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you. Write to [email protected]
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People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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padel news

Places Leisure has exchanged contracts to build and operate a flagship £60m water and wellness
The 20th State of the Industry Report from LeisureDB has revealed a resilient, expanding and
Tewinbury Farm Hotel in Hertfordshire, UK is expanding its premium leisure proposition with the launch

Work is underway in Madrid on one of Europe’s most significant multi-functional complexes,

Virgin Limited Edition, a brand by Virgin Hotels Collection, has announced it will open a
David Lloyd Clubs has announced plans to develop a premium, family-friendly club in Hampton Court,
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Nobu Hospitality, co-founded by actor Robert de Niro, has revealed details of the upcoming US$250
David Lloyd is back in the market with a new concept, the Real David Lloyd's
Racquet sports brand, Slazenger, has opened a new padel club in Blackburn and announces plans
The Bannatyne Group has bought a premium health and wellbeing facility in Basingstoke, as part
Go Fit has been brought on board by Club Atlético de Madrid for the €800
Sandwell Leisure Trust launched its rebrand to Kore Sandwell on Monday 17 November. The name
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
"The fitness industry is facing an identity crisis," was Anna Bjustam's opening statement as she
David Stalker has been announced as the new chair of UK Active today (6 October)
Construction has begun on David Lloyd Club’s latest site at St Neots in Cambridgeshire, UK
TDR Capital has taken on fresh investment and created a new fund for David Lloyd
Engineering entrepreneur, Matt Harford, has launched a new fitness, physical activity and community concept called
Four-star hotel group HD Hotels will launch an integrated wellness concept at its HD Lobos
Lifestyle mega-estate Steyn City, in the northern suburbs of Johannesburg, South Africa has announced the
A £24 million modernisation programme will get underway in Wandsworth, London as Places Leisure wins
With interest in padel skyrocketing, David Lloyd Clubs is extending its padel programme, positioning itself
Go Fit has invested more than €20 million in its latest development, a 22,000 square
India’s aqua fitness icon Rajni Maker is leading a water-based wellness programme between 14-18 June
Sport England has confirmed that Simon Hayes will take over from Tim Hollingsworth as CEO.
The UK fitness industry is growing in terms of members, market value and penetration, according
UAE developer Aldar has announced plans for The Wilds, a new wellness-focused community coming to
The Club Company, has kicked off 2025 with the acquisition of The Nottinghamshire Golf and
Everlast Gyms has confirmed the acquisition of four sites from Roko Health Clubs, in Chiswick,
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts has partnered with Miami-based private investment company Yntegra Group to realise
David Lloyd Clubs launched its latest site at Bury St Edmunds, UK, yesterday (3 December,)
Reservations are now open for stays at Shebara – a hyper-luxury resort and nature-inspired spa
Luxury fragrance, beauty and spa brand Guerlain is gearing up to open its first spa
The padel craze continues with the launch of a new club at Champneys Mottram Hall
A brand new signature Mandarin Oriental spa is set to launch on Bali’s picturesque Bukit
One&Only Resorts has introduced a new three-storey spa on the picturesque Greek island of Kéa,
David Lloyd Leisure has opened the doors of Madrid country club, La Finca, which it
Oxygen Consulting is about to launch its first UK Padel Report, which investigates this fast-growing
Mark Hewlett, founder of padel tennis operator Soul Padel has told HCM the company is
David Lloyd Clubs has been granted planning permission to develop a health and racquets centre
Luxury goods conglomerate LVMH has announced plans to expand its portfolio of premium Cheval Blanc
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HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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
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
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
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
HCM magazine
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
The new CEO of UK Active talks to HCM about the gym-curious and why he believes the sector can double in size by the end of the next decade
HCM magazine
We’ve reduced the level of council investment over the last three years by 40 per cent and increased our turnover by 9 per cent
HCM magazine
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
HCM magazine
Would you stop selling memberships to prevent your club getting overcrowded? How do you strike the balance between maximising profits and prioritising the member experience? Kath Hudson talks to the experts
HCM magazine
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
HCM magazine
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you. Write to [email protected]
HCM magazine
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
HCM magazine
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
HCM magazine
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
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: Legends never die: four legends, four philosophies of life
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage of RiminiWellness 2026: Phil Heath, Lee Haney, Ronnie Coleman and Hany Rambod.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Introducing a new era of Nautilus Leverage
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility differentiation and long-term commercial success.
Company profiles
Company profile: Shua Fitness
Founded in 1996, Shua integrates intelligent technology, sports science, and premium fitness equipment to deliver ...
Company profiles
Company profile: GLL
GLL
As the UK’s leading provider of both leisure centres and libraries we operate 379 locations ...
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
Speedflex (UK press release: Inclusive Fitness in action: The Speedflex Blade at Gym Possible
Following the successful installation of the Speedflex Blade at Gym Possible, the UK based charity gym dedicated to making exercise accessible for people with physical disabilities, the innovative training solution has quickly become one of the facility’s
Featured press releases
BLK BOX press release: Inside the Player Gym at The Open, equipped by BLK BOX
The performance facility at Royal Birkdale gives the world’s leading golfers access to strength, conditioning, mobility and recovery equipment throughout Championship week.
Directory
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
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
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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