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special needs news

Morgan’s Wonderland – a Texas-based theme park which caters specifically to people with disabilities –
The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) has revealed the winners of its 2020 Thea Awards. Winners
Following its announcement that grassroots sport could restart on 11 July and that gyms and
Six Flags will become one of the first theme park chains to earn Certified Autism
Organiser of SPATEX 2020, Michele Bridle cordially invites you to attend the industry’s event of
Morgan's Wonderland, the completely wheelchair accessible theme park in San Antonio, Texas, has announced plans
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Sport England has revealed details of its latest funding round, which will focus on getting
The SeaWorld-owned Sesame Place theme park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, has become the first theme park
An aquarium in New Orleans, Louisiana, has become the first in the US to be
A Les Mills fitness instructor is helping widen the reach of the brand’s Born To
Alton Towers has extended its relationship with the BBC following the launch of its new
Matt Barton, 7thSense Design’s managing director, runs a scout group for children with special needs.
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Toronto Zoo has launched a special support guide designed to assist those with cognitive special
The London Aquatics Centre – Zaha Hadid’s iconic London 2012 venue – will open its
Community centres are no longer just places for recreation, they must also cater for the
Everyone Active are proud to be the only operator to hold Amateur Swimming Association (ASA)
The £15m Crewe Lifestyle Centre, designed to be accessible for people with special needs and
The first virtual reality centre in the UK – opening next month in Lincoln –
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Legoland Florida has teamed up with Autism Speaks to cater the resort to the needs
The government's wide-ranging sports strategy covers several bases within its 82-pages, from funding guidelines to
Morgan’s Wonderland – a Texas-based theme park which caters specifically to the disabled – has
A Spanish company that runs day spas for girls as young as five are under
DP Leisure (DPL), operator of the 360 Play family entertainment centre brand, has opened a
AECOM's economics team will examine the viability of Russia's first destination theme park resort on
Cheshire East Council is to provide a new home for the region's special needs and
ACL has reached a milestone for swimming lessons at Newmarket Leisure Centre in the week
Park Games Equipment has recently updated its Accessible Play Series (ACP) with new added items
Cyber Coach launch a new dance mat at LIW, specifically designed for special needs players.
Leisure trust Impulse Leisure is targeting physically inactive people in Thurrock as it takes ZigZag
Thurrock residents, from eight to 80, are being encouraged to get interactive as Impulse Leisure
The Yogathon, organised as part of the Yoga Show at London's Olympia on 30 October,
Projects involving education, energy and music are to benefit from the latest round of grants
Sportstada began life as a portable multi-sports stadium for children, but as the project developed,
A project designed to transform the St Paul's Adventure Playground and St Agnes Park in
A major new cricket coaching scheme has been launched by Yorkshire County Cricket Club (YCCC)
Coventry City Council (CCC) has approved plans for a £3.8m refurbishment of the city's War
Barnsley Premier Leisure has appointed Edward Lim as swimming development manager. Lim's role will be
Malta Tourism Authority's sponsorship of Sheffield United is to enable one of the city's best
Innovative Leisure specialises in a range of climbing walls for both indoor and outdoor locations.
Plans for the Basildon Sporting Village project have been submitted to Basildon Council. The site,
12,300
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D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
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The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
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The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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Letters
This programme provides a clear pathway from a health service to a leisure centre
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Wellness
Absenteeism and presenteeism is taking a huge economic toll, with musculoskeletal problems and poor mental health the biggest issues. Can workplace wellness make a difference? Kath Hudson investigates
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Research
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
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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
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Design
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
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HCM People

Jennifer Maanavi

Founder, Physique 57
Our ‘why?’ is to improve the lives of our clients, not to make them feel defeated
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Opinion
Dr Paul Bedford talks to Jak Phillips about the double-edged sword of the strength training trend and his ambitions for the sector
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Insight
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
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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
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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
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
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Study Active acquires Premier Global name and select branding assets
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
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Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
Company profiles
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Supplier Showcase
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Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
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Technogym press release: DESIGN TO MOVE exhibition celebrates 40 years of Technogym with 40 unique creations by 40 designers
At 2024 Milan Design Week, Technogym celebrated its 40 years with the special exhibition "Design to Move”, featuring 40 unique Technogym Benches – one of the brand's iconic products – designed by 40 different international designers and artists from all over the world.
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China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
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23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
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Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
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Worldwide, Various,
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Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
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ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
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The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
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01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
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Messe Stuttgart, Germany
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24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
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In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
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special needs news

Morgan’s Wonderland – a Texas-based theme park which caters specifically to people with disabilities –
The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) has revealed the winners of its 2020 Thea Awards. Winners
Following its announcement that grassroots sport could restart on 11 July and that gyms and
Six Flags will become one of the first theme park chains to earn Certified Autism
Organiser of SPATEX 2020, Michele Bridle cordially invites you to attend the industry’s event of
Morgan's Wonderland, the completely wheelchair accessible theme park in San Antonio, Texas, has announced plans
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Sport England has revealed details of its latest funding round, which will focus on getting
The SeaWorld-owned Sesame Place theme park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, has become the first theme park
An aquarium in New Orleans, Louisiana, has become the first in the US to be
A Les Mills fitness instructor is helping widen the reach of the brand’s Born To
Alton Towers has extended its relationship with the BBC following the launch of its new
Matt Barton, 7thSense Design’s managing director, runs a scout group for children with special needs.
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Toronto Zoo has launched a special support guide designed to assist those with cognitive special
The London Aquatics Centre – Zaha Hadid’s iconic London 2012 venue – will open its
Community centres are no longer just places for recreation, they must also cater for the
Everyone Active are proud to be the only operator to hold Amateur Swimming Association (ASA)
The £15m Crewe Lifestyle Centre, designed to be accessible for people with special needs and
The first virtual reality centre in the UK – opening next month in Lincoln –
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Legoland Florida has teamed up with Autism Speaks to cater the resort to the needs
The government's wide-ranging sports strategy covers several bases within its 82-pages, from funding guidelines to
Morgan’s Wonderland – a Texas-based theme park which caters specifically to the disabled – has
A Spanish company that runs day spas for girls as young as five are under
DP Leisure (DPL), operator of the 360 Play family entertainment centre brand, has opened a
AECOM's economics team will examine the viability of Russia's first destination theme park resort on
Cheshire East Council is to provide a new home for the region's special needs and
ACL has reached a milestone for swimming lessons at Newmarket Leisure Centre in the week
Park Games Equipment has recently updated its Accessible Play Series (ACP) with new added items
Cyber Coach launch a new dance mat at LIW, specifically designed for special needs players.
Leisure trust Impulse Leisure is targeting physically inactive people in Thurrock as it takes ZigZag
Thurrock residents, from eight to 80, are being encouraged to get interactive as Impulse Leisure
The Yogathon, organised as part of the Yoga Show at London's Olympia on 30 October,
Projects involving education, energy and music are to benefit from the latest round of grants
Sportstada began life as a portable multi-sports stadium for children, but as the project developed,
A project designed to transform the St Paul's Adventure Playground and St Agnes Park in
A major new cricket coaching scheme has been launched by Yorkshire County Cricket Club (YCCC)
Coventry City Council (CCC) has approved plans for a £3.8m refurbishment of the city's War
Barnsley Premier Leisure has appointed Edward Lim as swimming development manager. Lim's role will be
Malta Tourism Authority's sponsorship of Sheffield United is to enable one of the city's best
Innovative Leisure specialises in a range of climbing walls for both indoor and outdoor locations.
Plans for the Basildon Sporting Village project have been submitted to Basildon Council. The site,
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
We want our future sports centre to act as a co-location for health and wellbeing services, furthering our connections with GP referrals and digital health platforms
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
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 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
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
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
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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
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
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Study Active acquires Premier Global name and select branding assets
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sibec EMEA to blend fitness with luxury at Fairmont Monte Carlo
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
Company profiles
Company profile: ServiceSport (UK) Ltd
ServiceSport (UK) Ltd specialises in maintaining, servicing and re-manufacturing all brands of cardiovascular and resistance ...
Company profiles
Company profile: WellnessSpace Brands
WellnessSpace Brands offers industry-leading experiential wellness products, including HydroMassage, CryoLounge+, and RelaxSpace. Each of the ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Featured press releases
Technogym press release: DESIGN TO MOVE exhibition celebrates 40 years of Technogym with 40 unique creations by 40 designers
At 2024 Milan Design Week, Technogym celebrated its 40 years with the special exhibition "Design to Move”, featuring 40 unique Technogym Benches – one of the brand's iconic products – designed by 40 different international designers and artists from all over the world.
Directory
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
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
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