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Places Leisure has exchanged contracts to build and operate a flagship £60m water and wellness
International spa, wellness and longevity consultancy, BBSpa, will launch a new bathhouse called Atera in
Expo 2030 Riyadh is being planned as a permanent visitor destination, with organisers confirming the
The Toverland theme park in the Netherlands has announced a €98m expansion programme that will
Hotel de France, located on the British Isle of Jersey, has created a wellness retreat

Movie Park Germany has opened a new Paramount Pictures-themed attraction as part of

Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Therme Manchester’s 28-acre development, which will include interconnected glass pavilions that measure 65,000sq m, will
Hotel owner-operator MCR Hotels is inviting the public to provide feedback on development plans for
Therme Group’s Romanian bathing resort Therme Bucharest is currently hosting its Herbarium Festival (4-17 May),
Salter Brothers Hospitality (SBH) has revealed a new spa brand, Èliva, which it plans to
After celebrating its 25th anniversary last year, Fusion Lifestyle has called in administrators after a

Fitness First is consistently pushing ahead with the digitalisation of its training support,

Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Wakefield Council has confirmed plans to transition its swim school provision to STA’s new 1-7
Kirklevington Hall, a former country house hotel in North Yorkshire, UK, has received planning permission
Intelligent Spas has collaborated with hospitality and wellness strategy consultant Reena Sheth of Gaiia to
While the use of wearable technology to track health parameters is tracking upwards and can
A new floating wellbeing destination with a public park, residential and wellness facility is planned
By 2050, the average person could gain nine years of healthy life and the global
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
David Lloyd Clubs has announced plans to develop a premium, family-friendly club in Hampton Court,
The Polurrian Hotel, an independent property in southwest Cornwall, UK, has started construction on a
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL), which is owned by TDR Capital Titan, has commenced legal action
Racquet sports brand, Slazenger, has opened a new padel club in Blackburn and announces plans
Gymnation’s latest report into the Gulf region revealed this is a population with high health
Research by the Health and Fitness Association suggests that 2026 will be another good year
Anytime Fitness is tackling gymtimidation with a new advertising campaign and in-club initiative, designed for
Planning has officially been approved for Sea Lanes Canary Wharf, a floating, natural water swimming
JD Gyms is delivering 'sector-leading metrics' as well as record pre-tax profits, turnover and EBITDA
FIBO and its parent company RX have convened a high-level seminar recently called Longevity in
Sport England’s continuous improvement tool, Quest, is being updated for 2026 with two new products
Five-star wellness mountain retreat Huus Quell opened recently in Gonten, in the Appenzell region of
Gaia Retreat’s owners have submitted a planning application to the local government authority in Byron,
Michael Lahm has established a new turnkey spa development consultancy called Reservoir. Lahm brings 30
Real estate developer Red Sea Global will hand over the first set of hotels to
Philippe Zuber, CEO of Kerzner International, told delegates at the Global Wellness Summit that its
A €285 million (US$316 million, £242 million) next-generation luxury yachting destination, Marina Resort Cavtat, is
EGYM has launched its new Business Suite, enabling fitness operators to manage their entire EGYM
Sustainability-focused trade association GSN Planet (Green Spa Network) is inviting spa and wellness industry professionals
David Lloyd Clubs has launched an international female health initiative to empower and support women’s
Following a recently concluded public consultation, Rushmoor Borough Council is preparing a detailed planning application
Construction has begun on David Lloyd Club’s latest site at St Neots in Cambridgeshire, UK
12,300
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Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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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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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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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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Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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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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HCM People
The Breath Coach
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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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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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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Research
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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Research
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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Research
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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Data
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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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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World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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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
HCM magazine
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
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
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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Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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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
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Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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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
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A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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Alliance Leisure Services (Design, Build and Fund) press release: Studio transformation completed at Burscough Wellbeing and Leisure Hub
Alliance Leisure are proud to have supported West Lancashire Borough Council to deliver a £300,000 studio transformation project at Burscough Wellbeing and Leisure Hub, creating a dedicated group exercise space designed to meet growing demand for fitness
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06-08 Oct 2026
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
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Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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planning news

Places Leisure has exchanged contracts to build and operate a flagship £60m water and wellness
International spa, wellness and longevity consultancy, BBSpa, will launch a new bathhouse called Atera in
Expo 2030 Riyadh is being planned as a permanent visitor destination, with organisers confirming the
The Toverland theme park in the Netherlands has announced a €98m expansion programme that will
Hotel de France, located on the British Isle of Jersey, has created a wellness retreat

Movie Park Germany has opened a new Paramount Pictures-themed attraction as part of

Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Therme Manchester’s 28-acre development, which will include interconnected glass pavilions that measure 65,000sq m, will
Hotel owner-operator MCR Hotels is inviting the public to provide feedback on development plans for
Therme Group’s Romanian bathing resort Therme Bucharest is currently hosting its Herbarium Festival (4-17 May),
Salter Brothers Hospitality (SBH) has revealed a new spa brand, Èliva, which it plans to
After celebrating its 25th anniversary last year, Fusion Lifestyle has called in administrators after a

Fitness First is consistently pushing ahead with the digitalisation of its training support,

Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Wakefield Council has confirmed plans to transition its swim school provision to STA’s new 1-7
Kirklevington Hall, a former country house hotel in North Yorkshire, UK, has received planning permission
Intelligent Spas has collaborated with hospitality and wellness strategy consultant Reena Sheth of Gaiia to
While the use of wearable technology to track health parameters is tracking upwards and can
A new floating wellbeing destination with a public park, residential and wellness facility is planned
By 2050, the average person could gain nine years of healthy life and the global
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
David Lloyd Clubs has announced plans to develop a premium, family-friendly club in Hampton Court,
The Polurrian Hotel, an independent property in southwest Cornwall, UK, has started construction on a
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL), which is owned by TDR Capital Titan, has commenced legal action
Racquet sports brand, Slazenger, has opened a new padel club in Blackburn and announces plans
Gymnation’s latest report into the Gulf region revealed this is a population with high health
Research by the Health and Fitness Association suggests that 2026 will be another good year
Anytime Fitness is tackling gymtimidation with a new advertising campaign and in-club initiative, designed for
Planning has officially been approved for Sea Lanes Canary Wharf, a floating, natural water swimming
JD Gyms is delivering 'sector-leading metrics' as well as record pre-tax profits, turnover and EBITDA
FIBO and its parent company RX have convened a high-level seminar recently called Longevity in
Sport England’s continuous improvement tool, Quest, is being updated for 2026 with two new products
Five-star wellness mountain retreat Huus Quell opened recently in Gonten, in the Appenzell region of
Gaia Retreat’s owners have submitted a planning application to the local government authority in Byron,
Michael Lahm has established a new turnkey spa development consultancy called Reservoir. Lahm brings 30
Real estate developer Red Sea Global will hand over the first set of hotels to
Philippe Zuber, CEO of Kerzner International, told delegates at the Global Wellness Summit that its
A €285 million (US$316 million, £242 million) next-generation luxury yachting destination, Marina Resort Cavtat, is
EGYM has launched its new Business Suite, enabling fitness operators to manage their entire EGYM
Sustainability-focused trade association GSN Planet (Green Spa Network) is inviting spa and wellness industry professionals
David Lloyd Clubs has launched an international female health initiative to empower and support women’s
Following a recently concluded public consultation, Rushmoor Borough Council is preparing a detailed planning application
Construction has begun on David Lloyd Club’s latest site at St Neots in Cambridgeshire, UK
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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
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
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
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
HCM magazine
HCM People

Shaun Grove

Owner, Stride Fitness
My goal was to invest in where fitness is going, not where it’s already been
HCM magazine
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
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
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
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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: Cornerstone Connect helps Active Blackpool tackle health inequalities
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple systems to be aggregated into one dataset, to support its focus on reducing health inequalities and improving healthy life expectancy.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Zynk - wellness design experts
Zynk are a team of specialist interior architects and designers with more than 25 year’s ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Fitbench
Fitbench creates modular training solutions designed to support efficient, high-quality workouts in a wide range ...
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
Alliance Leisure Services (Design, Build and Fund) press release: Studio transformation completed at Burscough Wellbeing and Leisure Hub
Alliance Leisure are proud to have supported West Lancashire Borough Council to deliver a £300,000 studio transformation project at Burscough Wellbeing and Leisure Hub, creating a dedicated group exercise space designed to meet growing demand for fitness
Featured press releases
Pure Energy Music press release: Could you be the last one standing? The new 3½-minute fitness challenge everyone's talking about
#HoldThatBody is a new 3½-minute fitness challenge inviting people everywhere to put their strength, determination and staying power to the test. All you need is a squat or a press- up, one specially engineered soundtrack and the determination not to give up.
Directory
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
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
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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