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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

studios news

Atlanta-based boutique fitness software company, Xplor Mariana Tek, has kicked off a push for international
Remedy Place, a US-based social wellness club brand, is poised for steady expansion in the
Basic-Fit has signed up to trial Wellhub across its recently expanded Spanish network, giving access
The team behind TRIB3 has launched a reformer Pilates studio concept called PILAT3S, which will
Janu – Aman’s highly-anticipated sister brand – has opened its inaugural hotel in Tokyo, marking
Orangetheory Fitness has 'massive expectations' for growth in the UK and Europe and sees potential
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Urban Gym Group has announced plans to trial women’s zones in some of its clubs
Universal has revealed it will be adding new Harry Potter attractions, alongside Super Nintendo and
Everyone Active has taken over as operator of the London Aquatic Centre on behalf of
Following the launch of its Siro wellness hotel brand, in the form of Siro One
The first bricks and mortar Kinrgy studio opens today (1 March) in West Hollywood. Founded
Speaking exclusively in the current issue of HCM magazine, Third Space CEO, Colin Waggett, says
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
Kerzner International has ushered in a new era of wellness-centric hospitality and unveiled its highly-anticipated
Xponential Fitness has told HCM it will vigorously defend itself against claims made in a
British telecommunications company BT Group has sold its iconic BT Tower for £275 million (US$347
Newcomer to the market, Lunar Health Clubs, is gearing up to open its first high-end
Xponential has passed ownership of Stride Fitness – the running brand it bought in January
Nike, is launching a one-day fitness, wellness and mindfulness festival in London next month, before
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
David Lloyd Clubs has been granted planning permission to develop a health and racquets centre
Urban wellness brand Othership has ambitions to expand its social bathhouse concept throughout North America,
Developed for the world of medicine, tailored to the needs of modern fitness studios. The
Spanish wellness brand, SHA Wellness Clinic, will open its first international outpost in Mexico today
London boutique operator, Frame, has teamed up with the Tate Modern to offer two yin
Richard North has taken up the role of CEO at United Fitness Brands (UFB), owner
The Walton family, owner of US supermarket chain, Walmart, has opened the doors to a
Xponential Fitness is bringing its Club Pilates brand to the UK, with the opening of
The fitness industry is gearing up to engage with the medical profession according to the
Janu, the new hotel brand from luxury operator Aman, is gearing up to launch its
Lifestyle work and wellness concept, Jesse’s House has told HCM it's gearing up to open
Universal Studios is assessing the feasibility of opening its first European resort in the UK,
KSL-owned Third Space has unveiled its latest club in Wimbledon, south-west London. The development marks
A new boutique fitness operator launches in London in February 2024 in the form of
American men are more than twice as likely as women to increase exercise frequency in
Aman’s sister brand Janu will launch its flagship property in Tokyo in March 2024, complete
The Fortis Championships, the interclub fitness competition at Everyone Active, enjoyed a second successful year
Xponential Fitness has acquired metabolic health business, Lindora, as its eleventh brand from Solis Capital
Xponential Fitness, the largest global franchisor of boutique fitness brands, has announced the opening of
UK operator, Bannatyne Group, has revisited one of its classic brands to launch a budget
Spanish wellness brand SHA Wellness will open its Latin American flagship in January in Costa
There are now more than 300 boutique fitness studios across London – an increase of
12,300
HCM promotional features
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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
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The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
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Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
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The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
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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
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
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Interview
Even though it’s been 14 years, it feels as though we’re just getting started
HCM magazine
Letters
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
HCM magazine
Research
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
HCM magazine
Everyone's talking about
Property experts say it’s a golden moment for health and fitness operators to secure leases, as the sector has come through the pandemic with its reputation largely intact and clubs are seen as desirable anchor tenants. Kath Hudson finds out why landlords want to talk
HCM magazine
Insight
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
HCM magazine
Specifier
You might be tempted to skip a service, but experts say it will cost you in the long run. Providers tell Steph Eaves why they their work is important to the management of assets
HCM magazine
Editor's letter
New laws are about to come into force that will oblige health club operators to offer consumers better membership terms. It will be disruptive, but tackled well, will change the sector for the better
HCM magazine
Life lessons
Remember when there was mass hostility about London hosting the 2012 Olympics? Huw Edwards, CEO of UK Active, was there. He talks to Kath Hudson about the lessons he learned
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
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

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
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
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, 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
We already have an incredible organisation, but we’re humble enough to recognise there are still areas for continued improvement
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Although there’s much talk about working with health services, research from SLC suggests there’s much work to do before the sector is ready for the challenge. Kath Hudson asks the experts to identify barriers and solutions
HCM magazine
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Company profiles
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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
Power Plate UK press release: Power plate + red light therapy: life-changing ‘biostacking’
“We combine Power Plate and red light therapy in all our small group classes,” says Natt Summers, founder and owner of Accomplish Fitness in Hungerford, Berkshire.
Featured press releases
Zoom Media press release: Zoom Media expands partnership with Fitness4less
Zoom Media, the UK's leading provider of health and fitness digital media, has announced a new contract with Fitness4Less to deliver Out of Home advertising across its estate.
Directory
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Lockers
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Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
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

studios news

Atlanta-based boutique fitness software company, Xplor Mariana Tek, has kicked off a push for international
Remedy Place, a US-based social wellness club brand, is poised for steady expansion in the
Basic-Fit has signed up to trial Wellhub across its recently expanded Spanish network, giving access
The team behind TRIB3 has launched a reformer Pilates studio concept called PILAT3S, which will
Janu – Aman’s highly-anticipated sister brand – has opened its inaugural hotel in Tokyo, marking
Orangetheory Fitness has 'massive expectations' for growth in the UK and Europe and sees potential
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Urban Gym Group has announced plans to trial women’s zones in some of its clubs
Universal has revealed it will be adding new Harry Potter attractions, alongside Super Nintendo and
Everyone Active has taken over as operator of the London Aquatic Centre on behalf of
Following the launch of its Siro wellness hotel brand, in the form of Siro One
The first bricks and mortar Kinrgy studio opens today (1 March) in West Hollywood. Founded
Speaking exclusively in the current issue of HCM magazine, Third Space CEO, Colin Waggett, says
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
Kerzner International has ushered in a new era of wellness-centric hospitality and unveiled its highly-anticipated
Xponential Fitness has told HCM it will vigorously defend itself against claims made in a
British telecommunications company BT Group has sold its iconic BT Tower for £275 million (US$347
Newcomer to the market, Lunar Health Clubs, is gearing up to open its first high-end
Xponential has passed ownership of Stride Fitness – the running brand it bought in January
Nike, is launching a one-day fitness, wellness and mindfulness festival in London next month, before
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
David Lloyd Clubs has been granted planning permission to develop a health and racquets centre
Urban wellness brand Othership has ambitions to expand its social bathhouse concept throughout North America,
Developed for the world of medicine, tailored to the needs of modern fitness studios. The
Spanish wellness brand, SHA Wellness Clinic, will open its first international outpost in Mexico today
London boutique operator, Frame, has teamed up with the Tate Modern to offer two yin
Richard North has taken up the role of CEO at United Fitness Brands (UFB), owner
The Walton family, owner of US supermarket chain, Walmart, has opened the doors to a
Xponential Fitness is bringing its Club Pilates brand to the UK, with the opening of
The fitness industry is gearing up to engage with the medical profession according to the
Janu, the new hotel brand from luxury operator Aman, is gearing up to launch its
Lifestyle work and wellness concept, Jesse’s House has told HCM it's gearing up to open
Universal Studios is assessing the feasibility of opening its first European resort in the UK,
KSL-owned Third Space has unveiled its latest club in Wimbledon, south-west London. The development marks
A new boutique fitness operator launches in London in February 2024 in the form of
American men are more than twice as likely as women to increase exercise frequency in
Aman’s sister brand Janu will launch its flagship property in Tokyo in March 2024, complete
The Fortis Championships, the interclub fitness competition at Everyone Active, enjoyed a second successful year
Xponential Fitness has acquired metabolic health business, Lindora, as its eleventh brand from Solis Capital
Xponential Fitness, the largest global franchisor of boutique fitness brands, has announced the opening of
UK operator, Bannatyne Group, has revisited one of its classic brands to launch a budget
Spanish wellness brand SHA Wellness will open its Latin American flagship in January in Costa
There are now more than 300 boutique fitness studios across London – an increase of
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
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
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
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
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
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
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

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
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
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, 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
We already have an incredible organisation, but we’re humble enough to recognise there are still areas for continued improvement
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Although there’s much talk about working with health services, research from SLC suggests there’s much work to do before the sector is ready for the challenge. Kath Hudson asks the experts to identify barriers and solutions
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Webinar: Building a new energy future for the leisure sector
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs.
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: PerformX Live
The unmissable business of fitness event. 21-22 March 2024. Tobacco Dock, London...
Company profiles
Company profile: Parkwood Leisure
As a family-owned business built on strong family values, Parkwood Leisure takes pride in offering ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Power Plate UK press release: Power plate + red light therapy: life-changing ‘biostacking’
“We combine Power Plate and red light therapy in all our small group classes,” says Natt Summers, founder and owner of Accomplish Fitness in Hungerford, Berkshire.
Featured press releases
Zoom Media press release: Zoom Media expands partnership with Fitness4less
Zoom Media, the UK's leading provider of health and fitness digital media, has announced a new contract with Fitness4Less to deliver Out of Home advertising across its estate.
Directory
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
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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