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Universal Destinations and Experiences has launched a new regional theme park model with the opening
Liseberg theme park in Sweden has confirmed the opening date for its new Grand Curiosa
Ocean Park has launched a wide range of new water attractions – including Hong Kong's
Building work has begun on a new year-round, indoor water park at Swedish theme park
A new US$550m (€509m, £426m) African-themed water park and resort from Kalahari Resorts & Conventions
London Resort Holdings Company (LRCH), operator of the upcoming London Resort theme park and entertainment
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
20th Century Fox has launched a counterclaim case against Genting over the failed Fox World
In a year of ups, downs, loops and scoops, Attractions Management looks back at some
Plans to open the world's first Fox-branded theme park have come to a screeching halt,
One of the largest theme park developments in the history of the Middle East is
At this year’s IAAPA Asia Attractions Expo, CAVU Designwerks is promoting its portfolio of media-based
Kalahari Resorts and Conventions has finally broken ground on its US$550m (€464m, £407.7m) African-themed waterpark
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Following an impressive first quarter, which saw a surge in attendance to its attractions, SeaWorld
Fox’s interactive entertainment division has announced plans to develop a free-roaming multiplayer virtual reality game
Miral – the developer behind Abu Dhabi’s new Warner Bros theme park on Yas Island
Ardent Leisure has seen revenue fall by more than half following a fatal accident at
A Native American tribe has announced plans for a US$241m (€217m, £194m) theme park and
Wang Jianlin’s public feud with Disney continues to heat up with the Wanda chair’s latest
Carowinds in Charlotte, US, has debuted its giant new waterpark to the public, with Carolina
Fun Spot America has set out a 10-year masterplan for a major expansion of its
Themed entertainment specialists Zeitgeist Design + Production (ZD+P) have promised Indonesia’s first world-class theme park,
The theme park capital of the world looks set to gain the tallest rollercoaster ever
Al Ahli Holding Group (AAHG) and Twentieth Century Fox Consumer Products have announced a licensing
The Genting Group has pushed back the opening of its 20th Century Fox World theme
Jack Rouse Associates (JRA) have unveiled the masterplan and preliminary concept design for Crystal Lagoon
Construction of a US$400m (£262m, €359m) theme park and leisure complex is progressing quickly in
Carowinds is reinventing its waterpark in the latest chapter of the theme park’s US$50m-plus (£32m,
The City of New Orleans is currently evaluating private sector proposals for the redevelopment of
Pier and arcade operator, Cuerden Leisure, has hoisted a for sale sign over three of
In addition to having the world’s tallest rollercoaster, Orlando’s International Drive has announced a second
“Big starts here” was the official theme for this year’s IAAPA Attractions Expo in Orlando,
The theme park capital of the world is on course to quite literally scale new
Drayton Manor Theme Park, UK, has unveiled details of Air Race, a £1.2m thrill ride
In a groundbreaking ceremony today, Twentieth Century Fox Consumer Products revealed its Malaysian theme park
As part of its the Dream Day Out campaign designed to promote family days out
A man-made island, currently used as a landfill site, could become a cultural theme park
Plans for a £10m heritage theme park attraction in Margate, Kent are back on track,
Popular UK attraction The London Dungeon, operated by Merlin Entertainments, has reopened at a new
Image: Rapids Water Park first opened in the 1970s CNL Lifestyle Properties has announced the
Image: The experience is themed on Transformers Transformers: The Ride-3D has signalled the launch of
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My goal was to invest in where fitness is going, not where it’s already been
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As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
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People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
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Would you stop selling memberships to prevent your club getting overcrowded? How do you strike the balance between maximising profits and prioritising the member experience? Kath Hudson talks to the experts
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thrill rides news

Universal Destinations and Experiences has launched a new regional theme park model with the opening
Liseberg theme park in Sweden has confirmed the opening date for its new Grand Curiosa
Ocean Park has launched a wide range of new water attractions – including Hong Kong's
Building work has begun on a new year-round, indoor water park at Swedish theme park
A new US$550m (€509m, £426m) African-themed water park and resort from Kalahari Resorts & Conventions
London Resort Holdings Company (LRCH), operator of the upcoming London Resort theme park and entertainment
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
20th Century Fox has launched a counterclaim case against Genting over the failed Fox World
In a year of ups, downs, loops and scoops, Attractions Management looks back at some
Plans to open the world's first Fox-branded theme park have come to a screeching halt,
One of the largest theme park developments in the history of the Middle East is
At this year’s IAAPA Asia Attractions Expo, CAVU Designwerks is promoting its portfolio of media-based
Kalahari Resorts and Conventions has finally broken ground on its US$550m (€464m, £407.7m) African-themed waterpark
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Following an impressive first quarter, which saw a surge in attendance to its attractions, SeaWorld
Fox’s interactive entertainment division has announced plans to develop a free-roaming multiplayer virtual reality game
Miral – the developer behind Abu Dhabi’s new Warner Bros theme park on Yas Island
Ardent Leisure has seen revenue fall by more than half following a fatal accident at
A Native American tribe has announced plans for a US$241m (€217m, £194m) theme park and
Wang Jianlin’s public feud with Disney continues to heat up with the Wanda chair’s latest
Carowinds in Charlotte, US, has debuted its giant new waterpark to the public, with Carolina
Fun Spot America has set out a 10-year masterplan for a major expansion of its
Themed entertainment specialists Zeitgeist Design + Production (ZD+P) have promised Indonesia’s first world-class theme park,
The theme park capital of the world looks set to gain the tallest rollercoaster ever
Al Ahli Holding Group (AAHG) and Twentieth Century Fox Consumer Products have announced a licensing
The Genting Group has pushed back the opening of its 20th Century Fox World theme
Jack Rouse Associates (JRA) have unveiled the masterplan and preliminary concept design for Crystal Lagoon
Construction of a US$400m (£262m, €359m) theme park and leisure complex is progressing quickly in
Carowinds is reinventing its waterpark in the latest chapter of the theme park’s US$50m-plus (£32m,
The City of New Orleans is currently evaluating private sector proposals for the redevelopment of
Pier and arcade operator, Cuerden Leisure, has hoisted a for sale sign over three of
In addition to having the world’s tallest rollercoaster, Orlando’s International Drive has announced a second
“Big starts here” was the official theme for this year’s IAAPA Attractions Expo in Orlando,
The theme park capital of the world is on course to quite literally scale new
Drayton Manor Theme Park, UK, has unveiled details of Air Race, a £1.2m thrill ride
In a groundbreaking ceremony today, Twentieth Century Fox Consumer Products revealed its Malaysian theme park
As part of its the Dream Day Out campaign designed to promote family days out
A man-made island, currently used as a landfill site, could become a cultural theme park
Plans for a £10m heritage theme park attraction in Margate, Kent are back on track,
Popular UK attraction The London Dungeon, operated by Merlin Entertainments, has reopened at a new
Image: Rapids Water Park first opened in the 1970s CNL Lifestyle Properties has announced the
Image: The experience is themed on Transformers Transformers: The Ride-3D has signalled the launch of
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HCM promotional features
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Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
HCM magazine
Shaping the future of the sector with a clear mission, unified voice and open channels of communication. This is the ambition of UK Active’s new chair
HCM magazine
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
HCM magazine
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
HCM magazine
HCM People

Shaun Grove

Owner, Stride Fitness
My goal was to invest in where fitness is going, not where it’s already been
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you. Write to [email protected]
HCM magazine
As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB has rebranded to Evolve, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
HCM magazine
Would you stop selling memberships to prevent your club getting overcrowded? How do you strike the balance between maximising profits and prioritising the member experience? Kath Hudson talks to the experts
HCM magazine
The new CEO of UK Active talks to HCM about the gym-curious and why he believes the sector can double in size by the end of the next decade
HCM magazine
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
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: Legends never die: four legends, four philosophies of life
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage of RiminiWellness 2026: Phil Heath, Lee Haney, Ronnie Coleman and Hany Rambod.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Introducing a new era of Nautilus Leverage
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility differentiation and long-term commercial success.
Company profiles
Company profile: Safe Space Lockers
We provide a full turn-key solution for clients from design and consultation, through to bespoke ...
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Company profile: Taylor Made Designs
Taylor Made Designs offer health clubs a fully-managed end-to-end service. From garment design to sourcing, ...
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
GLL press release: 115 past and present GLL Sport Foundation athletes set to shine at the 2026 Commonwealth Games
As the Commonwealth Games return to Glasgow from 23 July to 2 August 2026, the GLL Sport Foundation (GSF) is proud to celebrate the remarkable achievement of 115 past and present supported athletes who have been selected to compete on one of the biggest stages in Commonwealth sport.
Featured press releases
PSLT press release: PSLT strengthens Smartfit UK expertise following specialist training at Smartfit USA headquarters
PSLT Fitness Solutions has reinforced its commitment to delivering industry-leading cognitive-motor training solutions across the UK after head of healthcare solutions, Tony Barry, completed an intensive specialist training programme with the Smartfit team in the United States
Directory
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
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
21-24 Sep 2026
The Langham Huntington Pasadena , Pasadena, United States
Diary dates
28-29 Sep 2026
Grand Ballroom, METT Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
06-08 Oct 2026
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
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22-22 Oct 2026
QEII Conference Centre, London,
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29-31 Oct 2026
Impact Exhibition & Convention Center Bangkok,Thailand, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
29-31 Oct 2026
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand , Bangkok, Thailand
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14-15 Nov 2026
The Kromhouthal , Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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