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Planet Fitness, which is listed on the Nasdaq, is thought to be positioning for a
Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts is set to launch its “most significant wellbeing offering” to date
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Julien Alfred was recently crowned Saint Lucia’s first-ever Olympic medallist at the 2024 games in
In a world where technology is advancing at a breakneck pace, it's no surprise that
In today's competitive business landscape, fitness enterprises seek exceptional member experiences and a competitive edge.
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
The share price of F45 Training has fallen by 75 per cent, after the franchised
Multi-award-winning musician, Stormzy, has joined forces with Crystal Palace FC forward Wilfried Zaha to take
More big moves are underway at F45, as the company reboots its senior management team
The Parkwood Group has taken over leisure management contracting business 1Life Management Solutions Limited (1LMS
FS8, the fitness concept combining Pilates, toning exercises and yoga from functional training franchiser F45,
F45 Training has confirmed it received an “unsolicited preliminary non-binding proposal” from Kennedy Lewis Investment
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Urban Gym Group (UGG) has announced a 50 per cent increase in TrainMore memberships in
Mark Wahlberg- and David Beckham-backed F45 Training has announced a reduction in its core workforce
Multi-brand fitness chain Urban Gym Group (UGG) has raised €16m in capital. The funds will
Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas has expanded its portfolio with a new eco-wellness resort in
Six Senses has announced plans to expand into the Americas and open Six Senses Botanique,
Town Sports International – which operates a raft of brands, including the New York Sports
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Stuart Perrin, a former Xercise4Less COO, has launched a new affordable boutique studio concept with
Liverpool FC has revealed updated KSS -designed plans for the expansion of the Anfield Road
Financially troubled Bury Football Club has been expelled by the English Football League (EFL) after
Bolton Wanderers Football Club (BWFC) is set to enter administration after talks to find a
IMG Worlds of Adventure CEO Leonard Otto has said there are no plans to sell
Saudi Arabia's crown prince Mohammad bin Salman has denied he is planning to launch a
Sands Bethlehem – the hotel and casino resort in Pennsylvania, US, subject to a US$1.3bn
Gym chain DW Fitness First has revealed its strategic vision to become the UK’s largest
Disney has confirmed a US$52.4bn (€44.27bn, £39bn) mega-deal with Fox, acquiring Twentieth Century Fox Film
Fox boss James Murdoch has emerged as a contender to become the new CEO of
Former White House advisor Lisa Ellman has laid out the opportunities drones can offer US
SeaWorld president and CEO Joel Manby has reiterated that financial discipline remains a top priority
Merlin Entertainments has quashed rumours of a possible SeaWorld Entertainments takeover following reports suggesting the
Parques Reunidos could be about to make a big splash in the attractions industry after
Wellness rewards and incentives brand SpaFinder has introduced new gift card technology, enhanced distribution channels
Merlin Entertainments is considering a bid for SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment, according to an increasing
HealthCity, a Netherlands-based fitness company continues their staged withdrawal from the German market, selling off
Jubilee Hall Trust won two accolades at the Sporta UK Awards 2017 during a ceremony
A UK zoo that saw almost 500 animals die in its care in less than
Parkdean Resorts, the largest caravan holiday business in the UK, has been acquired by private
The Museum of the Second World War in Poland faces an uncertain future after the
The Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs), has been taken over by Sports Coach UK “in
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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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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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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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Welcome to Elevate 2026
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Research
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
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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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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
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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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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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Phillip Mills

CEO, Les Mills
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
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Specifier
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
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Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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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
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Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
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I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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Stephen Price

Founder, SP&Co Group
Working in public health over the last few years has lit up parts of my brain again
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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
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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
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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
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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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Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
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Opinion
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Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
Opinion: Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
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CoverMe Ltd press release: CoverMe and Jobs In. Fitness partner to create end-to-end talent solution
CoverMe, the UK’s leading fitness workforce management and recruitment platform, has partnered with Jobs In. Fitness, the specialist executive search and advisory firm for the fitness and wellbeing sector, to give operators a single route to talent at every level – from frontline staffing to C-suite.
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takeover news

Planet Fitness, which is listed on the Nasdaq, is thought to be positioning for a
Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts is set to launch its “most significant wellbeing offering” to date
Get ready for the latest edition of TZ Collective powered by ABC Fitness on 6
Julien Alfred was recently crowned Saint Lucia’s first-ever Olympic medallist at the 2024 games in
In a world where technology is advancing at a breakneck pace, it's no surprise that
In today's competitive business landscape, fitness enterprises seek exceptional member experiences and a competitive edge.
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
The share price of F45 Training has fallen by 75 per cent, after the franchised
Multi-award-winning musician, Stormzy, has joined forces with Crystal Palace FC forward Wilfried Zaha to take
More big moves are underway at F45, as the company reboots its senior management team
The Parkwood Group has taken over leisure management contracting business 1Life Management Solutions Limited (1LMS
FS8, the fitness concept combining Pilates, toning exercises and yoga from functional training franchiser F45,
F45 Training has confirmed it received an “unsolicited preliminary non-binding proposal” from Kennedy Lewis Investment
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Urban Gym Group (UGG) has announced a 50 per cent increase in TrainMore memberships in
Mark Wahlberg- and David Beckham-backed F45 Training has announced a reduction in its core workforce
Multi-brand fitness chain Urban Gym Group (UGG) has raised €16m in capital. The funds will
Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas has expanded its portfolio with a new eco-wellness resort in
Six Senses has announced plans to expand into the Americas and open Six Senses Botanique,
Town Sports International – which operates a raft of brands, including the New York Sports
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Stuart Perrin, a former Xercise4Less COO, has launched a new affordable boutique studio concept with
Liverpool FC has revealed updated KSS -designed plans for the expansion of the Anfield Road
Financially troubled Bury Football Club has been expelled by the English Football League (EFL) after
Bolton Wanderers Football Club (BWFC) is set to enter administration after talks to find a
IMG Worlds of Adventure CEO Leonard Otto has said there are no plans to sell
Saudi Arabia's crown prince Mohammad bin Salman has denied he is planning to launch a
Sands Bethlehem – the hotel and casino resort in Pennsylvania, US, subject to a US$1.3bn
Gym chain DW Fitness First has revealed its strategic vision to become the UK’s largest
Disney has confirmed a US$52.4bn (€44.27bn, £39bn) mega-deal with Fox, acquiring Twentieth Century Fox Film
Fox boss James Murdoch has emerged as a contender to become the new CEO of
Former White House advisor Lisa Ellman has laid out the opportunities drones can offer US
SeaWorld president and CEO Joel Manby has reiterated that financial discipline remains a top priority
Merlin Entertainments has quashed rumours of a possible SeaWorld Entertainments takeover following reports suggesting the
Parques Reunidos could be about to make a big splash in the attractions industry after
Wellness rewards and incentives brand SpaFinder has introduced new gift card technology, enhanced distribution channels
Merlin Entertainments is considering a bid for SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment, according to an increasing
HealthCity, a Netherlands-based fitness company continues their staged withdrawal from the German market, selling off
Jubilee Hall Trust won two accolades at the Sporta UK Awards 2017 during a ceremony
A UK zoo that saw almost 500 animals die in its care in less than
Parkdean Resorts, the largest caravan holiday business in the UK, has been acquired by private
The Museum of the Second World War in Poland faces an uncertain future after the
The Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs), has been taken over by Sports Coach UK “in
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HCM promotional features
Sponsored
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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
Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Pulse Fitness has created a new health club delivering an elevated wellness experience
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
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
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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
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
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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
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
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
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
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…
HCM magazine
Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
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: 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.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Gantner
Gantner optimizes and simplifies the organisation of fitness clubs. Using touchless RFID/NFC credentials (member cards, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Total Vibration Solutions Ltd (TVS Group)
TVS Group includes TVS Sports Surfaces, TVS Gym Flooring, TVS Play Surfaces and TVS Acoustics. ...
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
Swim England press release: Swim England launches new Learn to Swim Growth Plan to support aquatic programme expansion
Swim England has strengthened its sector-leading Business Solutions offer with the launch of its Learn to Swim Growth Plan, designed to help aquatic providers unlock sustainable programme growth.
Featured press releases
CoverMe Ltd press release: CoverMe and Jobs In. Fitness partner to create end-to-end talent solution
CoverMe, the UK’s leading fitness workforce management and recruitment platform, has partnered with Jobs In. Fitness, the specialist executive search and advisory firm for the fitness and wellbeing sector, to give operators a single route to talent at every level – from frontline staffing to C-suite.
Directory
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
Property & Tenders
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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