Follow Health Club Management on Twitter Like Health Club Management on Facebook Join the discussion with Health Club Management on LinkedIn
FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

real estate news

Marriott International has partnered with Fitwel, a healthy building certification system that aims to optimise
Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere, has opened today (10 July) near Knutsford in the north-west of
Wellness hotels generating less than US$1 million (€932,700, £785,200) – or 10 per cent of
Peter Roth has been appointed as Corinthia’s president of hotel operations. Roth, who has more
Capella Hotel Group has appointed Feisal Jaffer as chief development officer as the company ramps
Mass protests have been taking place since Monday 1 June in Albania over the development
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Purpose Brands has announced its entry into the Italian market, having sold the franchise rights
Mandarin Oriental has announced a standalone residence brand, Mansions, which will debut at Emirates Palace,
Auko, an all-inclusive development, is opening in Phong Nha in Vietnam in Q3 2026, with
Solidcore, which is majority owned by L Catterton, has confirmed that it is actively exploring
The wellness real estate market remains the fastest-growing wellness sector, according to new research by
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) will host its fifth annual Wellness Real Estate and Communities
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
The Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has revealed plans to expand its presence in Egypt with
Marriott International and the Leali family, founders of Lefay, have announced plans to enter into
The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, in the UK, has completed its renovation of
Corinthia Hotels has opened its first Italian property in a historic palazzo in Rome that
New York City-based real estate developer Continuum Company has announced it will build a new
Virgin Limited Edition, a brand by Virgin Hotels Collection, has announced it will open a
Italy’s wellness economy is ranked as the fourth-largest in Europe and the 10th largest globally,
A new urban wellness and longevity clinic called BluSonil has opened in Scottsdale, Arizona, in
David and Victoria Beckham have sold their full-floor penthouse at One Thousand Museum in Miami
The US, China, Germany, Japan and the UK have the top five largest wellness markets
Therme Group has appointed Tan Boon Khai as CEO of Therme Group Singapore, where he
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has unveiled its 2026 Future of Wellness Trends report, outlining
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has released its first report on the wellness economy of
Bespoke play environment design and manufacturer TouchWood Play has announced that it is responsible for the
Saudi Arabian developer Midad Real Estate has signed an agreement with the state-owned developer Diriyah
Upscale independent hotel, Arabella Hotel Sedona, in Arizona, US, will build an extensive hydrotherapy spa
More than 30 industry speakers took part in discussions about wellness hospitality design and operations
Zoe Wall has been appointed VP of wellness for AB Living Group.  With more than
Equinox Hotels, which has a focus on fitness, health and wellness, has announced it will
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has released an updated report showing the UAE’s wellness economy
Real estate developer Red Sea Global will hand over the first set of hotels to
BodyHoliday has confirmed it is expanding the brand and developing its first European property in
RLA Global finds wellness hotels are demonstrating unexpected stability amid economic pressure, according to the
A €285 million (US$316 million, £242 million) next-generation luxury yachting destination, Marina Resort Cavtat, is
The global wellness economy reached a peak of US$6.8 trillion in 2024, according to research
International wellness brand The Well and Miami-based real estate developer Terra have secured a US$238
The Peninsula Hot Springs destination spa in Fingal, Australia, is up for sale after more
Lifestyle operator Ennismore has announced two new Delano-branded hotel deals following the company’s partnership with
12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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
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
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Strength
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
Life Lessons
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
Opinion
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
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
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Research
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
Data
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
HCM magazine
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
HCM magazine
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
HCM magazine
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
HCM magazine
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you. Write to [email protected]
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
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
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: CoverMe Ltd
CoverMe Fitness, an app for seamless, on-demand management and cover solutions for sports and fitness ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Make Your Gym (MYG)
Make Your Gym offers a full-service, strategic partner supporting gym owners with all aspects of ...
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
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
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

real estate news

Marriott International has partnered with Fitwel, a healthy building certification system that aims to optimise
Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere, has opened today (10 July) near Knutsford in the north-west of
Wellness hotels generating less than US$1 million (€932,700, £785,200) – or 10 per cent of
Peter Roth has been appointed as Corinthia’s president of hotel operations. Roth, who has more
Capella Hotel Group has appointed Feisal Jaffer as chief development officer as the company ramps
Mass protests have been taking place since Monday 1 June in Albania over the development
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Purpose Brands has announced its entry into the Italian market, having sold the franchise rights
Mandarin Oriental has announced a standalone residence brand, Mansions, which will debut at Emirates Palace,
Auko, an all-inclusive development, is opening in Phong Nha in Vietnam in Q3 2026, with
Solidcore, which is majority owned by L Catterton, has confirmed that it is actively exploring
The wellness real estate market remains the fastest-growing wellness sector, according to new research by
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) will host its fifth annual Wellness Real Estate and Communities
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
The Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has revealed plans to expand its presence in Egypt with
Marriott International and the Leali family, founders of Lefay, have announced plans to enter into
The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, in the UK, has completed its renovation of
Corinthia Hotels has opened its first Italian property in a historic palazzo in Rome that
New York City-based real estate developer Continuum Company has announced it will build a new
Virgin Limited Edition, a brand by Virgin Hotels Collection, has announced it will open a
Italy’s wellness economy is ranked as the fourth-largest in Europe and the 10th largest globally,
A new urban wellness and longevity clinic called BluSonil has opened in Scottsdale, Arizona, in
David and Victoria Beckham have sold their full-floor penthouse at One Thousand Museum in Miami
The US, China, Germany, Japan and the UK have the top five largest wellness markets
Therme Group has appointed Tan Boon Khai as CEO of Therme Group Singapore, where he
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has unveiled its 2026 Future of Wellness Trends report, outlining
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has released its first report on the wellness economy of
Bespoke play environment design and manufacturer TouchWood Play has announced that it is responsible for the
Saudi Arabian developer Midad Real Estate has signed an agreement with the state-owned developer Diriyah
Upscale independent hotel, Arabella Hotel Sedona, in Arizona, US, will build an extensive hydrotherapy spa
More than 30 industry speakers took part in discussions about wellness hospitality design and operations
Zoe Wall has been appointed VP of wellness for AB Living Group.  With more than
Equinox Hotels, which has a focus on fitness, health and wellness, has announced it will
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has released an updated report showing the UAE’s wellness economy
Real estate developer Red Sea Global will hand over the first set of hotels to
BodyHoliday has confirmed it is expanding the brand and developing its first European property in
RLA Global finds wellness hotels are demonstrating unexpected stability amid economic pressure, according to the
A €285 million (US$316 million, £242 million) next-generation luxury yachting destination, Marina Resort Cavtat, is
The global wellness economy reached a peak of US$6.8 trillion in 2024, according to research
International wellness brand The Well and Miami-based real estate developer Terra have secured a US$238
The Peninsula Hot Springs destination spa in Fingal, Australia, is up for sale after more
Lifestyle operator Ennismore has announced two new Delano-branded hotel deals following the company’s partnership with
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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
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
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
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
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
HCM magazine
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
HCM magazine
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
HCM magazine
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
HCM magazine
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
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
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you. Write to [email protected]
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
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
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: CoverMe Ltd
CoverMe Fitness, an app for seamless, on-demand management and cover solutions for sports and fitness ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Make Your Gym (MYG)
Make Your Gym offers a full-service, strategic partner supporting gym owners with all aspects of ...
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
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
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
Search news, features & products:
Find a supplier:
Partner sites