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redevelopment news

Great Barrier Reef attraction set for AU$180 million reinvention
Plans for the AU$180 million redevelopment of Reef HQ Aquarium in Townsville, Australia, are progressing,
Bromley’s £17m Walnuts revamp adds EGYM, rehab and recovery
Walnuts Leisure Centre in Orpington, in the London Borough of Bromley, has reopened following a
KX Chelsea invests £15 million to upgrade its wellness offering
Premium London health club, KX Chelsea, is gearing up to unveil its most significant redevelopment
New venue The Lands by Capella includes a longevity centre to complement sister hotel Capella Sydney
The heritage-listed Department of Lands building in Sydney, Australia, has relaunched as a major cultural
RLA Global appoints hotelier Henning Matthiesen to non-executive director role
International hospitality and leisure advisory firm RLA Global, known for its industry reports on wellness
Six Senses London opens with first-ever members’ club Six Senses Place and longevity clinic
Six Senses Place, a members’ club, has debuted at the brand’s first major urban hotel
PROMOTION
Legends never die: four legends, four philosophies of life
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
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Cox Architecture and Hassell to design 2032 Olympic stadium for Brisbane
Cox Architecture and Hassell have been appointed by the government of Queensland, Australia, to lead
Gaia Retreat originally co-founded by Olivia Newton-John plans AU$37m expansion
Gaia Retreat’s owners have submitted a planning application to the local government authority in Byron,
The first UK Six Senses will open in London in Q2 2026 with city’s “first magnesium hotel pool”
Six Senses London, the first Six Senses in the UK, will open in Q2 of
Third Space gears up for launch at iconic location, The Whiteley, London, with three more locations in the pipeline
Third Space has unveiled further details of its 14th location, The Whiteley, which opens near
World of Frozen to open spring 2026 at Disneyland Paris
The opening date for Disneyland Paris’ new World of Frozen land has been announced, along
AX Hotels debuts Verdala Wellness Hotel in Malta with five-pillar integrated wellness concept
Verdala Wellness Hotel, an integrated adults-only wellness resort, has opened in Malta, overlooking Rabat’s valleys
PROMOTION
Introducing a new era of Nautilus Leverage
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
More featured supplier news
BH Live takes over Southampton contract with plans to reinvigorate the leisure provision
Registered charity and leisure operator, BH Live has taken over the contract to run the
Ealing Council starts work on one of the UK’s first all-electric leisure centres
Work is underway in the London Borough of Ealing on a landmark leisure centre to
Therme reveals second revision of scaled-back plans for Therme Spa at Ontario Place in Canada after drawing significant local criticism
For a second time, Therme Group has reworked the plans for Therme Spa at Ontario
Everybody Health and Leisure takes over Simply Gym Crewe, UK, following strategic review
Everybody Health and Leisure, a charity operating facilities for Cheshire East Council in the UK,
Hepburn Bathhouse renovation to be featured on Channel 9 TV show, The Block
Hepburn Bathhouse and Spa in Daylesford, Australia, has received an AU$1.7 million (US$1.1 million, €960,000,
'BIG U' East Side Coastal Resiliency project opens in New York City
Memorial Day (29 May) saw the opening of phase one of the East River Park
Doncaster Dome, designed by FaulknerBrowns and listed in 2023, is getting a £14m upgrade by Alliance Leisure
A £14 million redevelopment of the iconic Doncaster Dome, one of the youngest listed buildings
Therme Group and Georgetown Company forge JV to power US wellbeing destination rollout
Global developer and wellbeing destination operator Therme Group has formed a joint venture (JV) with
First glimpses revealed of Malta’s premier integrated wellness hotel
A new five-star wellness-focused hotel is taking shape in Rabat, Malta, set to become the
Everyone Active takes a leap into the Reformer Pilates market with its first studio in Hitchin
Everyone Active launched its first reformer Pilates studio – the first of 10 studios that will
New waterfront spa to debut in Florida following US$1bn revamp of iconic Pier Sixty-Six resort 
A brand new destination spa will arrive in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, in Q4 following a
Mar Hall unveils refreshed spa facilities on banks of Scotland’s River Clyde
Five-star Scottish countryside retreat Mar Hall Hotel, Golf & Spa Resort in Bishopton has lifted
Breakers Hotel in Long Beach to relaunch as Fairmont property with tech-forward spa in 2024
The historic Breakers Hotel in Long Beach, California, is set to reopen in mid-2024 as
Conrad Orlando unveils water-inspired spa oasis amid billion-dollar Evermore Resort complex
The healing power of water has inspired the concept behind a large new spa in
Perth Museum to launch at Easter with rare Jacobite objects
Opening over Easter weekend in March 2024 after a £26.5m redevelopment project, Perth Museum will
First look at Virgin Active's all-new luxury Wimbledon club with wellness offering
Virgin Active has opened the doors to its Wimbledon club following a comprehensive redevelopment and
RSG Group opens new flagship John Reed club in the heart of Berlin
RSG Group has opened a new, flagship John Reed health club in the German capital
Eric Liddell Gym opens at Edinburgh University as celebrations for the 100th anniversary of his Olympic gold medal win take shape
A new gym, named after one of Britain's most famous sporting heroes, has opened at
Third Space joins Six Senses at luxury development The Whiteley
Third Space has signed a deal to open a club at The Whiteley, the iconic
Continuum reveals reimagined Loch Ness centre to celebrate Scotland's brand icon
Continuum Attractions, which acquired the Loch Ness Centre in Scotland in January, has officially reopened
Luton Hoo Hotel, Golf & Spa to rebrand as Fairmont property following multi-million-pound refresh
Five-star luxury spa retreat Luton Hoo Hotel, Golf & Spa is due to be redeveloped
Florida’s natural springs inspire new Conrad Spa oasis opening at billion-dollar Orlando mega-resort
Hilton Hotels & Resorts will expand its luxury Conrad Hotels & Resorts brand with a
Young V&A, designed with and for young people, to open in July
A museum dedicated to children will open its doors in London, UK, on 1 July
Continuum Attractions takes over Loch Ness attraction and pledge £1.5m investment
Continuum Attractions has acquired The Loch Ness Centre and Exhibition near Inverness, Scotland, UK. The
PROMOTION
Pulse Fitness encourages community fitness with opening of new North East Derbyshire centre
This Autumn, Pulse Fitness completed a £2m (US$2.4m, €2.3m) renovation project to re-open the Killamarsh
Leighton House museum and garden reopens to the public following redevelopment
The Leighton House Museum in Holland Park, London, has opened to the public following a
London's Battersea Power Station reopens with Third Space, BXR, Boom Cycle and BMF on board
Third Space and BXR are among the wellness operators slated to open at London’s Battersea
Battersea Power Station reopens as leisure district following £9bn redevelopment
The iconic Battersea Power Station on the south bank of the River Thames, London, UK,
12,300
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Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
HCM promotional features
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BLK BOX – Reshaping strength

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

Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs

Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
HCM promotional features
Sponsored

Epassi – Going corporate

Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
HCM promotional features
Sponsored

Technogym – Destination fitness

SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
HCM promotional features
Sponsored

Indigo Fitness – Bespoke Spaces

Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
HCM promotional features
Sponsored

Power Plate – Closing the gender gap

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

Progress that counts

EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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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

Everyone's talking about ... filming in gyms

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
Obituary

Les Mills

The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Profile

Seb Coe

World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
HCM magazine
Research

State of being

Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
Data

Evolving position

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
Profile

Cameron Saunders

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
Feedback

HCM Forum

Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you. Write to [email protected]
HCM magazine
Liability

Data alert

New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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

Everyone's talking about ... waitlists

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
HCM People

Matt Parker

MD, Brio
“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
First person

Stacked for impact

Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
HCM magazine
Editor's letter

Growing the market

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
Research

Lost steps

People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
HCM magazine
Healthspan

Ramping up healthy ageing

A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
HCM magazine
Profile

David Stalker

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
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Connect with Health Club Management
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Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
“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
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.
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Featured supplier news: Introducing a new era of Nautilus Leverage
Introducing a new era of Nautilus Leverage
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility differentiation and long-term commercial success.
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Company profiles
Company profile: Shua Fitness
Shua Fitness
Founded in 1996, Shua integrates intelligent technology, sports science, and premium fitness equipment to deliver ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Peak Pilates UK<br>(distributed by Gymkit UK)
Peak Pilates UK
(distributed by Gymkit UK)
Peak Pilates, founded in the US in the early 1990s and now part of Mad ...
more company profiles
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - From nightclub to health club
From nightclub to health club
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Future-proofing
more showcases
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Physical Company: As an industry leader, we provide a fantastic variety of fitness and gym equipment for commercial gyms; workout spaces and fitness studios as well as mind-body studios and equipment for therapists. Physical Company
TechnoAlpin Indoor: We create unique snow experiences for indoor areas, embracing the gentle cold of the snow and creating authentic encounters with alpine nature to promote holistic well-being. TechnoAlpin Indoor
Fenix Group srl: Spas have evolved. So have their clients. Today, stepping into a spa is no longer just about seeking relaxation — it’s about enhancing well-being and providing a rejuvenating experience. Fenix Group srl
More catalogues
Featured press releases
GLL press release: 115 past and present GLL Sport Foundation athletes set to shine at the 2026 Commonwealth Games
GLL: 115 past and present GLL Sport Foundation athletes set to shine at the 2026 Commonwealth Games
As the Commonwealth Games return to Glasgow from 23 July to 2 August 2026, the GLL Sport Foundation (GSF) is proud to celebrate the remarkable achievement of 115 past and present supported athletes who have been selected to compete on one of the biggest stages in Commonwealth sport.
Featured press releases
PSLT press release: PSLT strengthens Smartfit UK expertise following specialist training at Smartfit USA headquarters
PSLT: PSLT strengthens Smartfit UK expertise following specialist training at Smartfit USA headquarters
PSLT Fitness Solutions has reinforced its commitment to delivering industry-leading cognitive-motor training solutions across the UK after head of healthcare solutions, Tony Barry, completed an intensive specialist training programme with the Smartfit team in the United States
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Directory
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
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Property & Tenders
Padel Tennis Lease Opportunity
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
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Greenwood Family Theme Park for sale
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
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Diary dates
21-24 Sep 2026
W3Fit North America
The Langham Huntington Pasadena , Pasadena, United States
Diary dates
28-29 Sep 2026
Wellness Destination AI Tech Summit – Tourism, Hospitality & Real Estate, 28-29 Sept 2026
Grand Ballroom, METT Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
06-08 Oct 2026
Interbad
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
22-22 Oct 2026
HCM Summit 2026
QEII Conference Centre, London,
Diary dates
29-31 Oct 2026
Thailand (Bangkok) Billiards Expo 2026
Impact Exhibition & Convention Center Bangkok,Thailand, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
29-31 Oct 2026
Thailand(Bangkok）Amusement & Attraction Park Expo
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand , Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
14-15 Nov 2026
HoloLife Summit
The Kromhouthal , Amsterdam, Netherlands
Diary dates
26-29 Oct 2027
FSB Cologne
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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redevelopment news

Great Barrier Reef attraction set for AU$180 million reinvention
Plans for the AU$180 million redevelopment of Reef HQ Aquarium in Townsville, Australia, are progressing,
Bromley’s £17m Walnuts revamp adds EGYM, rehab and recovery
Walnuts Leisure Centre in Orpington, in the London Borough of Bromley, has reopened following a
KX Chelsea invests £15 million to upgrade its wellness offering
Premium London health club, KX Chelsea, is gearing up to unveil its most significant redevelopment
New venue The Lands by Capella includes a longevity centre to complement sister hotel Capella Sydney
The heritage-listed Department of Lands building in Sydney, Australia, has relaunched as a major cultural
RLA Global appoints hotelier Henning Matthiesen to non-executive director role
International hospitality and leisure advisory firm RLA Global, known for its industry reports on wellness
Six Senses London opens with first-ever members’ club Six Senses Place and longevity clinic
Six Senses Place, a members’ club, has debuted at the brand’s first major urban hotel
PROMOTION
Legends never die: four legends, four philosophies of life
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
More featured supplier news
Cox Architecture and Hassell to design 2032 Olympic stadium for Brisbane
Cox Architecture and Hassell have been appointed by the government of Queensland, Australia, to lead
Gaia Retreat originally co-founded by Olivia Newton-John plans AU$37m expansion
Gaia Retreat’s owners have submitted a planning application to the local government authority in Byron,
The first UK Six Senses will open in London in Q2 2026 with city’s “first magnesium hotel pool”
Six Senses London, the first Six Senses in the UK, will open in Q2 of
Third Space gears up for launch at iconic location, The Whiteley, London, with three more locations in the pipeline
Third Space has unveiled further details of its 14th location, The Whiteley, which opens near
World of Frozen to open spring 2026 at Disneyland Paris
The opening date for Disneyland Paris’ new World of Frozen land has been announced, along
AX Hotels debuts Verdala Wellness Hotel in Malta with five-pillar integrated wellness concept
Verdala Wellness Hotel, an integrated adults-only wellness resort, has opened in Malta, overlooking Rabat’s valleys
PROMOTION
Introducing a new era of Nautilus Leverage
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
More featured supplier news
BH Live takes over Southampton contract with plans to reinvigorate the leisure provision
Registered charity and leisure operator, BH Live has taken over the contract to run the
Ealing Council starts work on one of the UK’s first all-electric leisure centres
Work is underway in the London Borough of Ealing on a landmark leisure centre to
Therme reveals second revision of scaled-back plans for Therme Spa at Ontario Place in Canada after drawing significant local criticism
For a second time, Therme Group has reworked the plans for Therme Spa at Ontario
Everybody Health and Leisure takes over Simply Gym Crewe, UK, following strategic review
Everybody Health and Leisure, a charity operating facilities for Cheshire East Council in the UK,
Hepburn Bathhouse renovation to be featured on Channel 9 TV show, The Block
Hepburn Bathhouse and Spa in Daylesford, Australia, has received an AU$1.7 million (US$1.1 million, €960,000,
'BIG U' East Side Coastal Resiliency project opens in New York City
Memorial Day (29 May) saw the opening of phase one of the East River Park
Doncaster Dome, designed by FaulknerBrowns and listed in 2023, is getting a £14m upgrade by Alliance Leisure
A £14 million redevelopment of the iconic Doncaster Dome, one of the youngest listed buildings
Therme Group and Georgetown Company forge JV to power US wellbeing destination rollout
Global developer and wellbeing destination operator Therme Group has formed a joint venture (JV) with
First glimpses revealed of Malta’s premier integrated wellness hotel
A new five-star wellness-focused hotel is taking shape in Rabat, Malta, set to become the
Everyone Active takes a leap into the Reformer Pilates market with its first studio in Hitchin
Everyone Active launched its first reformer Pilates studio – the first of 10 studios that will
New waterfront spa to debut in Florida following US$1bn revamp of iconic Pier Sixty-Six resort 
A brand new destination spa will arrive in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, in Q4 following a
Mar Hall unveils refreshed spa facilities on banks of Scotland’s River Clyde
Five-star Scottish countryside retreat Mar Hall Hotel, Golf & Spa Resort in Bishopton has lifted
Breakers Hotel in Long Beach to relaunch as Fairmont property with tech-forward spa in 2024
The historic Breakers Hotel in Long Beach, California, is set to reopen in mid-2024 as
Conrad Orlando unveils water-inspired spa oasis amid billion-dollar Evermore Resort complex
The healing power of water has inspired the concept behind a large new spa in
Perth Museum to launch at Easter with rare Jacobite objects
Opening over Easter weekend in March 2024 after a £26.5m redevelopment project, Perth Museum will
First look at Virgin Active's all-new luxury Wimbledon club with wellness offering
Virgin Active has opened the doors to its Wimbledon club following a comprehensive redevelopment and
RSG Group opens new flagship John Reed club in the heart of Berlin
RSG Group has opened a new, flagship John Reed health club in the German capital
Eric Liddell Gym opens at Edinburgh University as celebrations for the 100th anniversary of his Olympic gold medal win take shape
A new gym, named after one of Britain's most famous sporting heroes, has opened at
Third Space joins Six Senses at luxury development The Whiteley
Third Space has signed a deal to open a club at The Whiteley, the iconic
Continuum reveals reimagined Loch Ness centre to celebrate Scotland's brand icon
Continuum Attractions, which acquired the Loch Ness Centre in Scotland in January, has officially reopened
Luton Hoo Hotel, Golf & Spa to rebrand as Fairmont property following multi-million-pound refresh
Five-star luxury spa retreat Luton Hoo Hotel, Golf & Spa is due to be redeveloped
Florida’s natural springs inspire new Conrad Spa oasis opening at billion-dollar Orlando mega-resort
Hilton Hotels & Resorts will expand its luxury Conrad Hotels & Resorts brand with a
Young V&A, designed with and for young people, to open in July
A museum dedicated to children will open its doors in London, UK, on 1 July
Continuum Attractions takes over Loch Ness attraction and pledge £1.5m investment
Continuum Attractions has acquired The Loch Ness Centre and Exhibition near Inverness, Scotland, UK. The
PROMOTION
Pulse Fitness encourages community fitness with opening of new North East Derbyshire centre
This Autumn, Pulse Fitness completed a £2m (US$2.4m, €2.3m) renovation project to re-open the Killamarsh
Leighton House museum and garden reopens to the public following redevelopment
The Leighton House Museum in Holland Park, London, has opened to the public following a
London's Battersea Power Station reopens with Third Space, BXR, Boom Cycle and BMF on board
Third Space and BXR are among the wellness operators slated to open at London’s Battersea
Battersea Power Station reopens as leisure district following £9bn redevelopment
The iconic Battersea Power Station on the south bank of the River Thames, London, UK,
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Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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BLK BOX – Reshaping strength

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

Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs

Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
HCM promotional features
Sponsored

Epassi – Going corporate

Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
HCM promotional features
Sponsored

Technogym – Destination fitness

SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
HCM promotional features
Sponsored

Indigo Fitness – Bespoke Spaces

Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
HCM promotional features
Sponsored

Power Plate – Closing the gender gap

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

Progress that counts

EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
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HCM magazine
Profile

Cameron Saunders

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
Feedback

HCM Forum

Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you. Write to [email protected]
HCM magazine
Liability

Data alert

New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
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

Everyone's talking about ... waitlists

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
HCM People

Matt Parker

MD, Brio
“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
First person

Stacked for impact

Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
HCM magazine
Editor's letter

Growing the market

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
Research

Lost steps

People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
HCM magazine
Healthspan

Ramping up healthy ageing

A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
HCM magazine
Profile

David Stalker

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
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Connect with Health Club Management
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Read the digital edition Download as PDF View contents Print subscription Free digital edition
Opinion
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Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
“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
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
Introducing a new era of Nautilus Leverage
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility differentiation and long-term commercial success.
More featured supplier news
Company profiles
Company profile: Shua Fitness
Shua Fitness
Founded in 1996, Shua integrates intelligent technology, sports science, and premium fitness equipment to deliver ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Peak Pilates UK<br>(distributed by Gymkit UK)
Peak Pilates UK
(distributed by Gymkit UK)
Peak Pilates, founded in the US in the early 1990s and now part of Mad ...
more company profiles
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - From nightclub to health club
From nightclub to health club
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Future-proofing
more showcases
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Physical Company: As an industry leader, we provide a fantastic variety of fitness and gym equipment for commercial gyms; workout spaces and fitness studios as well as mind-body studios and equipment for therapists. Physical Company
TechnoAlpin Indoor: We create unique snow experiences for indoor areas, embracing the gentle cold of the snow and creating authentic encounters with alpine nature to promote holistic well-being. TechnoAlpin Indoor
Fenix Group srl: Spas have evolved. So have their clients. Today, stepping into a spa is no longer just about seeking relaxation — it’s about enhancing well-being and providing a rejuvenating experience. Fenix Group srl
More catalogues
Featured press releases
GLL press release: 115 past and present GLL Sport Foundation athletes set to shine at the 2026 Commonwealth Games
GLL: 115 past and present GLL Sport Foundation athletes set to shine at the 2026 Commonwealth Games
As the Commonwealth Games return to Glasgow from 23 July to 2 August 2026, the GLL Sport Foundation (GSF) is proud to celebrate the remarkable achievement of 115 past and present supported athletes who have been selected to compete on one of the biggest stages in Commonwealth sport.
Featured press releases
PSLT press release: PSLT strengthens Smartfit UK expertise following specialist training at Smartfit USA headquarters
PSLT: PSLT strengthens Smartfit UK expertise following specialist training at Smartfit USA headquarters
PSLT Fitness Solutions has reinforced its commitment to delivering industry-leading cognitive-motor training solutions across the UK after head of healthcare solutions, Tony Barry, completed an intensive specialist training programme with the Smartfit team in the United States
More
Directory
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
full directory
Property & Tenders
Padel Tennis Lease Opportunity
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Greenwood Family Theme Park for sale
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
Property & Tenders
More properties & tenders
Diary dates
21-24 Sep 2026
W3Fit North America
The Langham Huntington Pasadena , Pasadena, United States
Diary dates
28-29 Sep 2026
Wellness Destination AI Tech Summit – Tourism, Hospitality & Real Estate, 28-29 Sept 2026
Grand Ballroom, METT Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
06-08 Oct 2026
Interbad
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29-31 Oct 2026
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29-31 Oct 2026
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