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A new immersive attraction designed to transport visitors into the final hours of ancient Pompeii
Tulah Clinical Wellness, a holistic wellness destination, has officially opened in the hills of northern
Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai in Hoi An, Vietnam, has put together a Global
Australia’s fast-growing fitness network, Viva Leisure, is adding a low-cost gym brand to its already
Tewinbury Farm Hotel in Hertfordshire, UK is expanding its premium leisure proposition with the launch

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

Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming
Auko, an all-inclusive development, is opening in Phong Nha in Vietnam in Q3 2026, with
The Yard Gym (TYG) is to become Nike Training’s official global training partner in a

A proposed Puy du Fou development near Bicester and Universal Destinations and Experiences’

Everlast Gyms' York site has reopened following a refurbishment to bring it up to the
A contrast therapy and breathwork facility called Reset has opened in Islington, London, in the
Orient Express Sailing Yachts and beauty house Guerlain have announced that the newly launched luxury
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Solidcore, which is majority owned by L Catterton, has confirmed that it is actively exploring
Luxury members’ club Tramp has expanded into the fitness, health and wellness sector with the
Aimed at consumers who are prioritising longevity and recovery, The Club provides an alternative way
Miraval The Red Sea has opened on Shura Island in Saudi Arabia as part of

Brio Northgate – formerly Northgate Arena in Chester – has officially reopened following

US athletic country club operator, Life Time, says its 2026 growth strategy and outlook are
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
Celebrating its milestone fifth anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of
Virgin Active is set to open its first social wellness club in London, with a

The turnaround at Xponential Fitness is yet to bear fruit, as Q1 revenues

Center Parcs’ Aqua Sana Forest Spa, Woburn Forest, UK, has transformed an unused space into
Not-for-profit trade association The Asia Pacific Spa and Wellness Coalition (APSWC) bestowed lifetime achievement awards
Australian reformer franchise, Studio Pilates International, is launching a competitive concept – The Pilates Games
Zannier Île De Bendor, a new island retreat, has been unveiled off the south coast
Everyone Active has partnered with Team GB sprinter and TV personality, Harry Aikines-Aryeetey, to be
Fold’s new Studio Reformer has been engineered for everyday use in commercial environments. At its
Fitbench has launched Fitbag, a gloveless boxing bag which has been designed to replace traditional
A wellness club opens on London’s River Thames in June, offering luxury facilities and personalised
Premium operator, Third Space, opens its 15th health club today (1 May) in Chelsea, off
Salter Brothers Hospitality (SBH) has revealed a new spa brand, Èliva, which it plans to
The heritage-listed Department of Lands building in Sydney, Australia, has relaunched as a major cultural
Sant Roch, a contrast therapy wellness centre that opened in Paris’ first arrondissement (France) last
Hyrox, is joining forces with Les Mills, to offer bespoke training programmes to get gym-goers
According to the latest insights from the Health & Fitness Association (HFA), 81 million Americans
Low-cost operator, PureGym is piloting reformer Pilates in its Danish clubs, considering the introduction of
Balanced Body® has successfully concluded its highly anticipated Pilates On Tour London event, bringing together
TMActive is launching a new Active Wellbeing Studio next month in Tonbridge, UK, specifically aimed
Wellfit has announced the launch of a flagship location at Reem Hall in Abu Dhabi.
Boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness, has initiated a review of strategic alternatives to maximise shareholder value,

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

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Greg Bradley looks at the shift towards strength training in gyms and advises on how operators can create the ultimate training environment
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David Lloyd is stepping up its commitment to women’s health as it continues to explore what fit-for-purpose looks like for the female population
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Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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Active IQ is calling for greater accountability in online fitness advice with the launch of a new trustmark
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Pulse Fitness has created a new health club delivering an elevated wellness experience
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Research
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
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Talking point
UK market penetration has risen to 18 per cent – one of the highest globally, yet with 100 per cent of people seeing benefits when they exercise, how high could it go? Kath Hudson asks the experts…
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Editor's letter
New insight from Deloitte and Grant Thornton shows record growth, but the real shift is towards identity and perceived value, revealing opportunities to deepen engagement with members
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Show preview
Welcome to Elevate 2026
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Specifier
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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Insight
Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
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Interview
With corporately-owned clubs, franchise networks, investments and proprietary tech, Viva Leisure’s ecosystem is redefining how gyms scale and generate revenue. Its CEO speaks to Kate Cracknell
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Insight
Record market penetration in the UK fitness sector masks a deeper shift around consumer engagement, according to a report from Grant Thornton and UK Active, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
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
Collaborations with the medical profession and greater aspirations around wellbeing are creating a need for more experts in our sector. It’s time to reboot our thinking around the workforce
HCM magazine
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
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
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
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
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
HCM magazine
Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
HCM magazine
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
HCM magazine
HCM People

Deena Gillan

Chair of UK Active’s Independent Council and GM at 3-1-5
There are so many dedicated people in the independent sector – they work hard because they’re passionate about changing lives
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
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One of the biggest mistakes the fitness industry still makes is advertising almost exclusively to people who already look and live like gym members.
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Company profiles
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Passengers flying out of Riyadh this week have been treated to an extraordinary sight from the skies after GymNation unveiled a giant desert sand mural supporting the Saudi Arabia National Football Team ahead of the FIFA World Cup in the United States.
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studio news

A new immersive attraction designed to transport visitors into the final hours of ancient Pompeii
Tulah Clinical Wellness, a holistic wellness destination, has officially opened in the hills of northern
Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai in Hoi An, Vietnam, has put together a Global
Australia’s fast-growing fitness network, Viva Leisure, is adding a low-cost gym brand to its already
Tewinbury Farm Hotel in Hertfordshire, UK is expanding its premium leisure proposition with the launch

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

Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming
Auko, an all-inclusive development, is opening in Phong Nha in Vietnam in Q3 2026, with
The Yard Gym (TYG) is to become Nike Training’s official global training partner in a

A proposed Puy du Fou development near Bicester and Universal Destinations and Experiences’

Everlast Gyms' York site has reopened following a refurbishment to bring it up to the
A contrast therapy and breathwork facility called Reset has opened in Islington, London, in the
Orient Express Sailing Yachts and beauty house Guerlain have announced that the newly launched luxury
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Solidcore, which is majority owned by L Catterton, has confirmed that it is actively exploring
Luxury members’ club Tramp has expanded into the fitness, health and wellness sector with the
Aimed at consumers who are prioritising longevity and recovery, The Club provides an alternative way
Miraval The Red Sea has opened on Shura Island in Saudi Arabia as part of

Brio Northgate – formerly Northgate Arena in Chester – has officially reopened following

US athletic country club operator, Life Time, says its 2026 growth strategy and outlook are
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
Celebrating its milestone fifth anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of
Virgin Active is set to open its first social wellness club in London, with a

The turnaround at Xponential Fitness is yet to bear fruit, as Q1 revenues

Center Parcs’ Aqua Sana Forest Spa, Woburn Forest, UK, has transformed an unused space into
Not-for-profit trade association The Asia Pacific Spa and Wellness Coalition (APSWC) bestowed lifetime achievement awards
Australian reformer franchise, Studio Pilates International, is launching a competitive concept – The Pilates Games
Zannier Île De Bendor, a new island retreat, has been unveiled off the south coast
Everyone Active has partnered with Team GB sprinter and TV personality, Harry Aikines-Aryeetey, to be
Fold’s new Studio Reformer has been engineered for everyday use in commercial environments. At its
Fitbench has launched Fitbag, a gloveless boxing bag which has been designed to replace traditional
A wellness club opens on London’s River Thames in June, offering luxury facilities and personalised
Premium operator, Third Space, opens its 15th health club today (1 May) in Chelsea, off
Salter Brothers Hospitality (SBH) has revealed a new spa brand, Èliva, which it plans to
The heritage-listed Department of Lands building in Sydney, Australia, has relaunched as a major cultural
Sant Roch, a contrast therapy wellness centre that opened in Paris’ first arrondissement (France) last
Hyrox, is joining forces with Les Mills, to offer bespoke training programmes to get gym-goers
According to the latest insights from the Health & Fitness Association (HFA), 81 million Americans
Low-cost operator, PureGym is piloting reformer Pilates in its Danish clubs, considering the introduction of
Balanced Body® has successfully concluded its highly anticipated Pilates On Tour London event, bringing together
TMActive is launching a new Active Wellbeing Studio next month in Tonbridge, UK, specifically aimed
Wellfit has announced the launch of a flagship location at Reem Hall in Abu Dhabi.
Boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness, has initiated a review of strategic alternatives to maximise shareholder value,

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

1 - 40 of 12,300
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
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
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
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Active IQ is calling for greater accountability in online fitness advice with the launch of a new trustmark
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Pulse Fitness has created a new health club delivering an elevated wellness experience
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
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
Collaborations with the medical profession and greater aspirations around wellbeing are creating a need for more experts in our sector. It’s time to reboot our thinking around the workforce
HCM magazine
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
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
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
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
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
HCM magazine
Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
HCM magazine
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
HCM magazine
HCM People

Deena Gillan

Chair of UK Active’s Independent Council and GM at 3-1-5
There are so many dedicated people in the independent sector – they work hard because they’re passionate about changing lives
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: Reaching the people most gyms miss: Bedford Gym & Swim Campaign delivers 410 new members
One of the biggest mistakes the fitness industry still makes is advertising almost exclusively to people who already look and live like gym members.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Supporting long-term health: why whole body vibration belongs in clinical settings
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay active, independent and feeling good for longer.
Company profiles
Company profile: Spirit Commercial Fitness
Spirit Fitness is a premier brand within the Dyaco International Inc. portfolio, a global leader ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Matrix Fitness
Matrix provides equipment to facilities in all market sectors including private health clubs, residential housing, ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - From nightclub to health club
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
GYMNATION press release: Massive ‘Good Luck’ message appears in Saudi Desert as Green Falcons head to World Cup
Passengers flying out of Riyadh this week have been treated to an extraordinary sight from the skies after GymNation unveiled a giant desert sand mural supporting the Saudi Arabia National Football Team ahead of the FIFA World Cup in the United States.
Featured press releases
BLK BOX press release: BLK BOX strengthens European growth with the appointment of Germany country manager Timo Garrels
BLK BOX is proud to welcome Timo Garrels as Germany country manager, marking another important step in the brand’s continued growth across Europe.
Directory
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
13-13 Jun 2026
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
21-24 Sep 2026
The Langham Huntington Pasadena , Pasadena, United States
Diary dates
06-08 Oct 2026
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
22-22 Oct 2026
QEII Conference Centre, London,
Diary dates
26-29 Oct 2027
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
Diary dates
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