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The founders of mindful fitness experience Sanctum – Luuk Melisse and Gab Olszewki – will
Nobu Hospitality, co-founded by actor Robert de Niro, has revealed details of the upcoming US$250
Boutique Sri Lankan hotel group Uga has launched Uga Prāva in the coastal town of
JA Manafaru, a five-star hotel in the Maldives, is hosting two programmes focused on mindfulness
Four-star hotel group HD Hotels will launch an integrated wellness concept at its HD Lobos
Immersive therapy retreat provider Resurface has announced its line-up of non-traditional group surfing and mental
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
UAE-based developer Aldar has unveiled a masterplan to turn Fahid Island into the world’s first
The Bahrain Surf Park – Club Hawaii Experience, is set to be the first surf
Following success in watersports such as sailing, canoeing, windsurfing and swimming at the Paris Olympics
More than 200 organisations and athletes in the UK have signed an open letter to
The number of people taking part in outdoor exercise and recreation in the US reached
Hotel owner, operator and investor Minor Hotels has announced plans to unveil a second Anantara
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Spanish capital Madrid is set to to be the home of Europe's largest urban beach
The government’s energy relief for swimming pools, leisure centres and gyms is scheduled to end
Resort developer and operator Kerzner International has announced its new wellbeing- and fitness-centric hospitality brand
Sea World will open new major rides at each of its three parks in early
The Maldives’ first-ever TEDx talk, themed around the Slow Life, is set to take place
Australian surf park operator URBNSurf and wave generating specialist Wavegarden are among the winners of
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
Celebrating its milestone fifth anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of
Fairmont’s second Moroccan outpost has opened in the bay of Taghazout, renowned for its golden
Plans to build Germany's first inland surf park have been approved by the Hallbergmoos municipality
Following on from its 2017 decision to end its orca stunt shows in favour of
Ambitious plans have been unveiled for a 15-acre inland surf park in Coleshill, less than
An expansion of the Oasis Springs water world at Australia’s Gumbuya World theme park will
Breakdancing is among four new sports being proposed for inclusion at the Paris 2024 Olympic
An artificial surfing lagoon to be built as part of South Korea’s new Turtle Island
First images of the new Eden Project North are released, Blackpool transforms it's Golden Mile,
Victus Soul makes entrance into thriving boutique fitness market, London to become first capital city
Surfing, skateboarding and climbing are among the 14 sports to have have received investment from
A US$90m (€79m, £70.4m) waterpark development has opened its doors to the public, with the
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority (LVRPA) and inland surfing company The Wave have unveiled plans
Without question, Oceania – with its azure seas and sparkling beaches – is one of
The first phase of a US$90m (€77.2m, £68.6m) indoor/outdoor waterpark is set to open at
Costa Rican architects Studio Saxe have completed a hotel that steps down a steep coastal
Construction work will finally begin on The Wave Bristol project, after the team behind the
W Hotels has announced the next iteration of the brand’s take on fitness and wellness
Work is set to begin on Australia's first surf park, after Urbnsurf – the company
JW Marriott has announced a new location in the Maldives, due to open in November
Proposals for an open water surf sports lagoon at Sydney Olympic Park have been given
As a new year approaches, the editors of Spa Opportunities bring you a list of
An eco-friendly resort set on the coast of the Greek island of Rhodes will open
12,300
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Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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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
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
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Promotion
Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Pulse Fitness has created a new health club delivering an elevated wellness experience
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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
HCM magazine
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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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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Specifier
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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Research
Researchers have long known that the brain changes as a result of exercise. Now researchers believe this process is actually driven by the brain
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Research
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
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Insight
Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
HCM magazine
Specifier
Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
HCM magazine
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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
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
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
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
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
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
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
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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
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
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
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Matrix provides equipment to facilities in all market sectors including private health clubs, residential housing, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: FS Commercial Division
Now the UK’s leading specialist fitness equipment supplier, Fitness Superstore started from humble beginnings in ...
Supplier Showcases
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Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
ukactive press release: Are they Fit for Office? UK Active and Technogym throw down the gauntlet to MPs
Hundreds of staff, MPs and Peers from across Westminster have signed up for the Fit for Office parliamentary physical activity challenge, which takes place throughout June and is hosted by ukactive and Technogym.
Featured press releases
Innerva press release: Lex Leisure’s power-assisted exercise suite smashes targets in record time
Crook Log Leisure Centre has more than doubled the membership target for its new power- assisted exercise suite in less than six months.
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Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
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Stratford, East London.
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22-22 Oct 2026
QEII Conference Centre, London,
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26-29 Oct 2027
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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surfing news

The founders of mindful fitness experience Sanctum – Luuk Melisse and Gab Olszewki – will
Nobu Hospitality, co-founded by actor Robert de Niro, has revealed details of the upcoming US$250
Boutique Sri Lankan hotel group Uga has launched Uga Prāva in the coastal town of
JA Manafaru, a five-star hotel in the Maldives, is hosting two programmes focused on mindfulness
Four-star hotel group HD Hotels will launch an integrated wellness concept at its HD Lobos
Immersive therapy retreat provider Resurface has announced its line-up of non-traditional group surfing and mental
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
UAE-based developer Aldar has unveiled a masterplan to turn Fahid Island into the world’s first
The Bahrain Surf Park – Club Hawaii Experience, is set to be the first surf
Following success in watersports such as sailing, canoeing, windsurfing and swimming at the Paris Olympics
More than 200 organisations and athletes in the UK have signed an open letter to
The number of people taking part in outdoor exercise and recreation in the US reached
Hotel owner, operator and investor Minor Hotels has announced plans to unveil a second Anantara
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Spanish capital Madrid is set to to be the home of Europe's largest urban beach
The government’s energy relief for swimming pools, leisure centres and gyms is scheduled to end
Resort developer and operator Kerzner International has announced its new wellbeing- and fitness-centric hospitality brand
Sea World will open new major rides at each of its three parks in early
The Maldives’ first-ever TEDx talk, themed around the Slow Life, is set to take place
Australian surf park operator URBNSurf and wave generating specialist Wavegarden are among the winners of
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
Celebrating its milestone fifth anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of
Fairmont’s second Moroccan outpost has opened in the bay of Taghazout, renowned for its golden
Plans to build Germany's first inland surf park have been approved by the Hallbergmoos municipality
Following on from its 2017 decision to end its orca stunt shows in favour of
Ambitious plans have been unveiled for a 15-acre inland surf park in Coleshill, less than
An expansion of the Oasis Springs water world at Australia’s Gumbuya World theme park will
Breakdancing is among four new sports being proposed for inclusion at the Paris 2024 Olympic
An artificial surfing lagoon to be built as part of South Korea’s new Turtle Island
First images of the new Eden Project North are released, Blackpool transforms it's Golden Mile,
Victus Soul makes entrance into thriving boutique fitness market, London to become first capital city
Surfing, skateboarding and climbing are among the 14 sports to have have received investment from
A US$90m (€79m, £70.4m) waterpark development has opened its doors to the public, with the
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority (LVRPA) and inland surfing company The Wave have unveiled plans
Without question, Oceania – with its azure seas and sparkling beaches – is one of
The first phase of a US$90m (€77.2m, £68.6m) indoor/outdoor waterpark is set to open at
Costa Rican architects Studio Saxe have completed a hotel that steps down a steep coastal
Construction work will finally begin on The Wave Bristol project, after the team behind the
W Hotels has announced the next iteration of the brand’s take on fitness and wellness
Work is set to begin on Australia's first surf park, after Urbnsurf – the company
JW Marriott has announced a new location in the Maldives, due to open in November
Proposals for an open water surf sports lagoon at Sydney Olympic Park have been given
As a new year approaches, the editors of Spa Opportunities bring you a list of
An eco-friendly resort set on the coast of the Greek island of Rhodes will open
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Promotion
Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Pulse Fitness has created a new health club delivering an elevated wellness experience
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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
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
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
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
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
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
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
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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
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
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: Matrix Fitness
Matrix provides equipment to facilities in all market sectors including private health clubs, residential housing, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: FS Commercial Division
Now the UK’s leading specialist fitness equipment supplier, Fitness Superstore started from humble beginnings in ...
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
ukactive press release: Are they Fit for Office? UK Active and Technogym throw down the gauntlet to MPs
Hundreds of staff, MPs and Peers from across Westminster have signed up for the Fit for Office parliamentary physical activity challenge, which takes place throughout June and is hosted by ukactive and Technogym.
Featured press releases
Innerva press release: Lex Leisure’s power-assisted exercise suite smashes targets in record time
Crook Log Leisure Centre has more than doubled the membership target for its new power- assisted exercise suite in less than six months.
Directory
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
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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