Latest
issue
The Leisure Media Company Ltd
The Leisure Media Company Ltd
The Leisure Media Company Ltd
Follow Health Club Management on Twitter Like Health Club Management on Facebook Join the discussion with Health Club Management on LinkedIn
FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

sharks news

Merlin Entertainments has launched a new global conservation programme across its portfolio of Sea Life
Set to launch on 23 May, SeaWorld Abu Dhabi will feature eight different realms offering
For the past four years, Mexican hotel and wellness destination Rancho Pescadero in the town
Construction work is set to be completed later this year (2022) on the world's largest
Luxury eco-resort Kisawa Sanctuary has launched with a soft opening on Mozambique's subtropical island of
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has announced Krysta Mendes Silva as the winner of its
Elevate
Elevate
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
OdySea Aquarium in Scottsdale, Arizona, has launched two online initiatives to help keep guests entertained
Billed as the world’s first 3D printed resort, Kisawa Sanctuary a luxury eco-resort and spa
The Rocks Push (TRP), a sustainable swimwear brand based in Australia, has partnered with Drift
The highly-anticipated St. Louis Aquarium opened its doors at Union Station, St. Louis, Missouri on
It has been another momentous year in the attractions industry, and Attractions Management has been
It's been another momentous year in the attractions industry, and Attractions Management has been there
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions
Construction of a new pavilion at the Seattle Aquarium looks set to go ahead after
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has named the three finalists of its annual 'Shark Tank
Europe's largest aquarium, the Oceanografic aquarium in Valencia, Spain, has reopened today following a fire
Oman Aquarium has opened in the country’s capital of Muscat, becoming the largest aquarium in
Mixed media artist Damien Hirst has completed work on the "Empathy Suite" – a kaleidoscopic
A new 10,000sq m (107,639sq ft) aquarium is being slated for Basel, Switzerland, due to
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
In a year of ups, downs, loops and scoops, Attractions Management looks back at some
In a year of ups, downs, loops and scoops, Attractions Management looks back at some
The Two Oceans Aquarium in Cape Town, South Africa, has announced the completion of several
A new SeaQuest-branded aquarium is to open at the Rosedale Centre shopping mall in Roseville,
Spanish Operator Parques Reunidos has launched its latest new attraction – an aquarium in Madrid.
A huge new water attraction has opened in Shanghai, China, incorporating elements of a theme
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) celebrated recipients of its 5th-annual Global Wellness Awards and the
The New York Aquarium is celebrating the launch of its US$158m (€135.6m, £120.2m) shark-themed expansion,
Hospitality architects working in ecologically sensitive parts of the world have a responsibility to ensure
Aquarium operator SeaQuest has opened the doors to its latest development, with the new hands-on
The city of Portland in Maine, US, has lost its science centre after just three
The Conrad Maldives Rangali Island hotel has announced the submersion of what it claims is
A crowdfunding platform, based on transactions in cryptocurrency, is aiming to offer sports organisations, clubs
The Penny Press Factory has installed a themed penny press at the Dubai Aquarium and
The US’s largest aquarium has revealed details about its major expansion plan, with a new
Georgia Aquarium – once the largest aquarium in the world – has revealed it’s planning a
As the visitor attractions sector gears up for the year ahead, Attractions Management looks at
A new virtual reality therapy to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and anxiety has been
Sale Sharks winger Denny Solomona has urged fellow players, coaches and clubs to reach out
Merlin Entertainments is bringing a new type of visitor attraction to its Legoland theme park
Seattle Aquarium has unveiled plans to expand its premises, with a new US$100 million (€858m,
A new proposal has been tabled to open a Ripley’s aquarium in the Pocono region
12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Coaching workshops from Keith Smith and Adam Daniel have been designed to empower your team and transform your service
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
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
HCM magazine
News report
The Basic-Fit franchise initiative will cover markets not adjacent to current operations and could enable us to enter other continents
HCM magazine
Everyone's talking about
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
HCM magazine
Design
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
Insight
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
Research
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
Editor's letter
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
Insight
As more people join clubs to support their mental health, fitness professionals need to be empowered to take a holistic approach. Kath Hudson shares useful tools discussed at the ACE summit on mental health
HCM magazine
The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers according to the 11th annual European Health & Fitness Market Report 2024 from Deloitte and EuropeActive, as Karsten Hollasch reports
HCM magazine
When a hefty round of investment coincided with the pandemic, the CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs feared the company – founded by his grandfather – would go down on his watch. He talks to Kath Hudson about the pressure to keep the business afloat
HCM magazine
Fitstop is growing well. In 2023 it added 45 locations and launched in New Zealand, Singapore and the US. It has grown sustainably and has great founder-led energy
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jen Holland

CEO: Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
HCM magazine
HCM People

Belinda Steward

MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure
We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate
HCM magazine
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Phil Heath, 7x Mr Olympia, shares machine-only leg workout routine
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions about bodybuilding without machines. Should bodybuilders be limited to just free weights? Why?
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sue Anstiss' Game Changers podcast headed for Elevate 2024
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording of The Game Changers Podcast with Sue Anstiss, CEO of Fearless Women.
Company profiles
Company profile: BLK BOX
BLK BOX is recognised as a trusted authority in strength equipment and facility design. Through ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Serco Leisure
Serco Leisure Operating Limited is one of the UK’s leading national operators of leisure centres, ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: Olympian Daryll Neita hosts athletics event at GLL venue
On Monday 13th May, team GB sprinter Daryll Neita, an Olympic medallist and one of the nation's leading track and field athletes, hosted a memorable sports day at her home track, GLL’s Sutcliffe Park Sports Centre in Greenwich for pupils from local primary schools.
Featured press releases
CoverMe Ltd press release: Roehampton Club raises the bar for class cover with CoverMe
Roehampton Club is an exclusive club in south London catering for 5,000 members, which prides itself on delivering exceptional fitness experiences.
Directory
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
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

sharks news

Merlin Entertainments has launched a new global conservation programme across its portfolio of Sea Life
Set to launch on 23 May, SeaWorld Abu Dhabi will feature eight different realms offering
For the past four years, Mexican hotel and wellness destination Rancho Pescadero in the town
Construction work is set to be completed later this year (2022) on the world's largest
Luxury eco-resort Kisawa Sanctuary has launched with a soft opening on Mozambique's subtropical island of
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has announced Krysta Mendes Silva as the winner of its
Elevate
Elevate
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
OdySea Aquarium in Scottsdale, Arizona, has launched two online initiatives to help keep guests entertained
Billed as the world’s first 3D printed resort, Kisawa Sanctuary a luxury eco-resort and spa
The Rocks Push (TRP), a sustainable swimwear brand based in Australia, has partnered with Drift
The highly-anticipated St. Louis Aquarium opened its doors at Union Station, St. Louis, Missouri on
It has been another momentous year in the attractions industry, and Attractions Management has been
It's been another momentous year in the attractions industry, and Attractions Management has been there
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions
Construction of a new pavilion at the Seattle Aquarium looks set to go ahead after
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has named the three finalists of its annual 'Shark Tank
Europe's largest aquarium, the Oceanografic aquarium in Valencia, Spain, has reopened today following a fire
Oman Aquarium has opened in the country’s capital of Muscat, becoming the largest aquarium in
Mixed media artist Damien Hirst has completed work on the "Empathy Suite" – a kaleidoscopic
A new 10,000sq m (107,639sq ft) aquarium is being slated for Basel, Switzerland, due to
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
In a year of ups, downs, loops and scoops, Attractions Management looks back at some
In a year of ups, downs, loops and scoops, Attractions Management looks back at some
The Two Oceans Aquarium in Cape Town, South Africa, has announced the completion of several
A new SeaQuest-branded aquarium is to open at the Rosedale Centre shopping mall in Roseville,
Spanish Operator Parques Reunidos has launched its latest new attraction – an aquarium in Madrid.
A huge new water attraction has opened in Shanghai, China, incorporating elements of a theme
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) celebrated recipients of its 5th-annual Global Wellness Awards and the
The New York Aquarium is celebrating the launch of its US$158m (€135.6m, £120.2m) shark-themed expansion,
Hospitality architects working in ecologically sensitive parts of the world have a responsibility to ensure
Aquarium operator SeaQuest has opened the doors to its latest development, with the new hands-on
The city of Portland in Maine, US, has lost its science centre after just three
The Conrad Maldives Rangali Island hotel has announced the submersion of what it claims is
A crowdfunding platform, based on transactions in cryptocurrency, is aiming to offer sports organisations, clubs
The Penny Press Factory has installed a themed penny press at the Dubai Aquarium and
The US’s largest aquarium has revealed details about its major expansion plan, with a new
Georgia Aquarium – once the largest aquarium in the world – has revealed it’s planning a
As the visitor attractions sector gears up for the year ahead, Attractions Management looks at
A new virtual reality therapy to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and anxiety has been
Sale Sharks winger Denny Solomona has urged fellow players, coaches and clubs to reach out
Merlin Entertainments is bringing a new type of visitor attraction to its Legoland theme park
Seattle Aquarium has unveiled plans to expand its premises, with a new US$100 million (€858m,
A new proposal has been tabled to open a Ripley’s aquarium in the Pocono region
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Coaching workshops from Keith Smith and Adam Daniel have been designed to empower your team and transform your service
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
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
HCM magazine
The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers according to the 11th annual European Health & Fitness Market Report 2024 from Deloitte and EuropeActive, as Karsten Hollasch reports
HCM magazine
When a hefty round of investment coincided with the pandemic, the CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs feared the company – founded by his grandfather – would go down on his watch. He talks to Kath Hudson about the pressure to keep the business afloat
HCM magazine
Fitstop is growing well. In 2023 it added 45 locations and launched in New Zealand, Singapore and the US. It has grown sustainably and has great founder-led energy
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jen Holland

CEO: Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
HCM magazine
HCM People

Belinda Steward

MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure
We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate
HCM magazine
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Phil Heath, 7x Mr Olympia, shares machine-only leg workout routine
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions about bodybuilding without machines. Should bodybuilders be limited to just free weights? Why?
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sue Anstiss' Game Changers podcast headed for Elevate 2024
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording of The Game Changers Podcast with Sue Anstiss, CEO of Fearless Women.
Company profiles
Company profile: BLK BOX
BLK BOX is recognised as a trusted authority in strength equipment and facility design. Through ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Serco Leisure
Serco Leisure Operating Limited is one of the UK’s leading national operators of leisure centres, ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: Olympian Daryll Neita hosts athletics event at GLL venue
On Monday 13th May, team GB sprinter Daryll Neita, an Olympic medallist and one of the nation's leading track and field athletes, hosted a memorable sports day at her home track, GLL’s Sutcliffe Park Sports Centre in Greenwich for pupils from local primary schools.
Featured press releases
CoverMe Ltd press release: Roehampton Club raises the bar for class cover with CoverMe
Roehampton Club is an exclusive club in south London catering for 5,000 members, which prides itself on delivering exceptional fitness experiences.
Directory
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
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
Search news, features & products:
Find a supplier:
The Leisure Media Company Ltd
The Leisure Media Company Ltd
Partner sites