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fitness classes news

Beachbody – the global fitness brand behind Insanity and P90X – has announced that it
A new all-in-one digital platform will begin offering certified, trainer-led live group fitness classes in
US-based fitness franchise UFC Gym has opened its first European club. The 18,000sq ft (1,670sq
A health and wellbeing club which combines exercise and physical activity classes with mental and
VivaFit has entered the Spanish fitness market with the opening of a studio in capital
EMD UK, the national governing body for group exercise, has appointed Marcus Kingwell, the current
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
CoverMe Fitness, the studio management app for the fitness industry, has launched in Australia, with
It’s been hailed as the answer to any number of ailments – heart disease, depression
Ninja Nation, the US-based operator of obstacle course gyms, is looking to take the concept
Cruise operator Celebrity Cruises, a subsidiary of Royal Caribbean Cruises, is launching the Celebrity Apex,
A Deloitte report has suggested that getting involved in corporate wellness programmes could offer health
Destination spa brand Canyon Ranch has opened reservations for stays beginning on 1 November for
A new directory of group fitness classes – claimed to be the largest of its
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
The passion for fitness and bodybuilding reached new heights at the Panatta stands during RiminiWellness
An £8.5m leisure centre has opened its doors to the public in Birmingham. The Ladywood
With the wellness tourism sector spreading globally, geographic destinations around the world are seeking to
Franchised fitness company UFC Gym has revealed details of its first UK club. The 18,000sq
High-end fitness giant Equinox has ventured into the hotel market with the opening of its
Boutique health and fitness operator Ten Health and Fitness plans to double the size of
Wellbeats, an app-based content and software-as-a -service company, has partnered with Olympic athlete Carrie Tollefson
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
RLSS UK, STA and Swim England are joining forces to bring Aquatics to Elevate 2024
Huw Edwards, acting CEO of ukactive, has called for a "cultural shift" across government, in
A £20m leisure hub, designed to bring a number of services under one roof, has
Fitness operators who recognise and reward their best instructors are more likely to retain customers,
US-based boutique fitness operator Solidcore has revealed plans for five new clubs the booming New
Sangha Retreat by Octave Institute has appointed Alan Navarrete as spa director. First opened in
Group exercise is being presented as a solution to two of society's growing problems –
Formby Hall, an independent hotel, spa and golf resort in Liverpool, UK, has announced a
Health club operator 24 Hour Fitness has introduced a nationwide active ageing programme as part
Sport England CEO Tim Hollingsworth has called on sport and physical activity providers to follow
Franchise operator UFC Gym will enter the Russian fitness market this year. The US-based chain
Private equity firm TSG Consumer Partners (TSG) has acquired CorePower Yoga from L Catterton for
The Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel – formerly the Principal Edinburgh Charlotte Square – has opened
AquaPhysical has launched a new aqua fitness class aimed at children. Called FloatFit Grow, the
Vila Vita Parc Resort & Spa, a clifftop resort in Portugal’s Algarve, has launched a
Corporate fitness sales specialist Gympass has secured a three-year extension to its deal with premium
Hyatt has opened Miraval Austin in Texas, US, the brand’s second wellness resort to open
Digital fitness content provider Wexer has launched Wexer Web Player, an online portal that allows
Franchised fitness operator UFC Gym has revealed that it will open its first UK locations
Bungee Workout, which offers group fitness classes utilising the increasingly popular, acrobatics-style indoor bungee technology,
On-demand fitness app RIG has received new financial backing that will help strengthen its position
A new wellness concept, mixing exercise classes with healthy food, is preparing to launch its
Active Lives study shows group fitness classes and adrenaline sports are on the increase, Exeter
12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The practice of prolonging the life of gym equipment through careful refurbishment is gaining traction
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
A major refurbishment of Sport Ireland Fitness by Technogym has created a world-class public gym at the home of Irish sport
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
At the heart of the Sydney Swans new headquarters in Australia is an elite player-focused training facility by strength equipment specialist BLK BOX
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Life Fitness has reimagined cardio with the launch of its Symbio line which has been designed with advanced biomechanics and offers deep levels of customisation
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
We all know we need to stand more. Now an exciting new partnership between Physical and Teca Fitness expands this thinking into UK gyms and beyond
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Coaching workshops from Keith Smith and Adam Daniel have been designed to empower your team and transform your service
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Research
The message is quite simple: if you do a lot of ‘huff and puff’ exercise, then your risk of dying early or developing diseases in the future is reduced
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HCM People

Jen Holland

CEO: Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
HCM magazine
Interview
Snap Fitness is looking for a new investor and with a goal of 35 per cent growth by 2028, has ambitious plans. The CEO of parent company Lift Brands speaks to Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
Editor's letter
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Insight
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
Tech
From payments to virtual classes, software integrations can take your operation to the next level. Providers tell us about their most in-demand offerings
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HCM People

Belinda Steward

MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure
We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate
HCM magazine
Life lessons
When a hefty round of investment coincided with the pandemic, the CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs feared the company – founded by his grandfather – would go down on his watch. He talks to Kath Hudson about the pressure to keep the business afloat
HCM magazine
New research from UCLA Health looked at the impact of Kundalini yoga on memory and found a significant impact, finds Megan Whitby
HCM magazine
Immediate rewards can motivate people to exercise more, according to new research, reports Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
HCM People

Mariah Rooney

Founder, Trauma Informed Weight Lifting
When people experience early life trauma it impacts their bodies and nervous systems. I became curious about how lifting weights could help them have the experience of strength
HCM magazine
As more trans women, trans men and non-binary people join health clubs, it’s time to work out a system where everyone feels included, protected and safe in the locker room. Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you: [email protected]
HCM magazine
HCM People

Mark Tweedie

Associate, Miova
I’d love to see a national wellness service working hand in glove with NHS primary care
HCM magazine
Steph Eaves looks at how health assessment devices are evolving to keep up with industry trends
HCM magazine
Appointed president of Xponential Fitness when she was only 34, Sarah Luna attributes her career success to the grit, determination and stamina she honed as a dancer by day and Pilates teacher by night. She talks to Kath Hudson about how owning her choices has given her the resilience to take on one of the top jobs in the US fitness industry, while also raising a family
HCM magazine
By the time you’ve finished your workout, your groceries for the week will be waiting for collection
HCM magazine
When retailer, the €11 billion-a-year Colruyt Group, decided to get into the health club market, the plan was to fully integrate its entire business using customer insight data. The results are remarkable
HCM magazine
AI has the potential to support people in making healthy lifestyle changes if its algorithms can be updated to understand the different stages of motivation, as Jodi Heckel reports
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: CoverMe Fitness launches in Australian market
CoverMe Fitness, the studio management app for the fitness industry, has launched in Australia, with industry veteran Tony Zonato as managing director for the region.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Explosion of passion for fitness at RiminiWellness 2024 and record success for Panatta
The passion for fitness and bodybuilding reached new heights at the Panatta stands during RiminiWellness (30 May – 2 June 20204) – the largest fitness event in Italy – which this year exceeded the 100,000 visitor mark.
Company profiles
Company profile: Epassi UK
For the last 22 years Epassi UK have been on a mission to create a ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Technogym UK Ltd
Technogym offers a complete ecosystem of connected smart equipment, digital services, on-demand training experiences and ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier showcase - Matrix: Futureproofing
Supplier Showcases
Supplier showcase - Safe Space: Delivering the vision
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
GYMNATION press release: GymNation celebrates double victory at UAE Employee Happiness Awards
GymNation, the UAE’s largest gym chain, is proud to announce its outstanding achievements at the UAE Employee Happiness Awards.
Featured press releases
seca Ltd press release: Seca Tru and Physical bring best-in-class body composition analysis to gyms
Seca Tru is delighted to announce a new UK partnership with fitness market leader Physical. The agreement will see Physical distribute the Seca Tru product across the breadth of the UK fitness industry.
Directory
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Property & Tenders
Cleveland Lakes, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire
Cotswold Lakes Trust
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
08-10 Sep 2024
Wyndham® Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs™ Resort, Lake Buena Vista, United States
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
20-22 Sep 2024
Locations worldwide,
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
09-13 Oct 2024
Soneva Fushi, Maldives
Diary dates
10 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London,
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
04-06 Feb 2025
Coventry Building Society Arena, Coventry, United Kingdom
Diary dates
11-13 Feb 2025
Fairmont Riyadh , Saudi Arabia
Diary dates
10-13 Apr 2025
Exhibition Centre , Cologne, Germany
Diary dates
07-07 Jun 2025
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
28-31 Oct 2025
Koelnmesse, Cologne, Germany
Diary dates

fitness classes news

Beachbody – the global fitness brand behind Insanity and P90X – has announced that it
A new all-in-one digital platform will begin offering certified, trainer-led live group fitness classes in
US-based fitness franchise UFC Gym has opened its first European club. The 18,000sq ft (1,670sq
A health and wellbeing club which combines exercise and physical activity classes with mental and
VivaFit has entered the Spanish fitness market with the opening of a studio in capital
EMD UK, the national governing body for group exercise, has appointed Marcus Kingwell, the current
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
CoverMe Fitness, the studio management app for the fitness industry, has launched in Australia, with
It’s been hailed as the answer to any number of ailments – heart disease, depression
Ninja Nation, the US-based operator of obstacle course gyms, is looking to take the concept
Cruise operator Celebrity Cruises, a subsidiary of Royal Caribbean Cruises, is launching the Celebrity Apex,
A Deloitte report has suggested that getting involved in corporate wellness programmes could offer health
Destination spa brand Canyon Ranch has opened reservations for stays beginning on 1 November for
A new directory of group fitness classes – claimed to be the largest of its
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
The passion for fitness and bodybuilding reached new heights at the Panatta stands during RiminiWellness
An £8.5m leisure centre has opened its doors to the public in Birmingham. The Ladywood
With the wellness tourism sector spreading globally, geographic destinations around the world are seeking to
Franchised fitness company UFC Gym has revealed details of its first UK club. The 18,000sq
High-end fitness giant Equinox has ventured into the hotel market with the opening of its
Boutique health and fitness operator Ten Health and Fitness plans to double the size of
Wellbeats, an app-based content and software-as-a -service company, has partnered with Olympic athlete Carrie Tollefson
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
RLSS UK, STA and Swim England are joining forces to bring Aquatics to Elevate 2024
Huw Edwards, acting CEO of ukactive, has called for a "cultural shift" across government, in
A £20m leisure hub, designed to bring a number of services under one roof, has
Fitness operators who recognise and reward their best instructors are more likely to retain customers,
US-based boutique fitness operator Solidcore has revealed plans for five new clubs the booming New
Sangha Retreat by Octave Institute has appointed Alan Navarrete as spa director. First opened in
Group exercise is being presented as a solution to two of society's growing problems –
Formby Hall, an independent hotel, spa and golf resort in Liverpool, UK, has announced a
Health club operator 24 Hour Fitness has introduced a nationwide active ageing programme as part
Sport England CEO Tim Hollingsworth has called on sport and physical activity providers to follow
Franchise operator UFC Gym will enter the Russian fitness market this year. The US-based chain
Private equity firm TSG Consumer Partners (TSG) has acquired CorePower Yoga from L Catterton for
The Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel – formerly the Principal Edinburgh Charlotte Square – has opened
AquaPhysical has launched a new aqua fitness class aimed at children. Called FloatFit Grow, the
Vila Vita Parc Resort & Spa, a clifftop resort in Portugal’s Algarve, has launched a
Corporate fitness sales specialist Gympass has secured a three-year extension to its deal with premium
Hyatt has opened Miraval Austin in Texas, US, the brand’s second wellness resort to open
Digital fitness content provider Wexer has launched Wexer Web Player, an online portal that allows
Franchised fitness operator UFC Gym has revealed that it will open its first UK locations
Bungee Workout, which offers group fitness classes utilising the increasingly popular, acrobatics-style indoor bungee technology,
On-demand fitness app RIG has received new financial backing that will help strengthen its position
A new wellness concept, mixing exercise classes with healthy food, is preparing to launch its
Active Lives study shows group fitness classes and adrenaline sports are on the increase, Exeter
81 - 120 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The practice of prolonging the life of gym equipment through careful refurbishment is gaining traction
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
A major refurbishment of Sport Ireland Fitness by Technogym has created a world-class public gym at the home of Irish sport
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
At the heart of the Sydney Swans new headquarters in Australia is an elite player-focused training facility by strength equipment specialist BLK BOX
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Life Fitness has reimagined cardio with the launch of its Symbio line which has been designed with advanced biomechanics and offers deep levels of customisation
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
We all know we need to stand more. Now an exciting new partnership between Physical and Teca Fitness expands this thinking into UK gyms and beyond
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Coaching workshops from Keith Smith and Adam Daniel have been designed to empower your team and transform your service
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
New research from UCLA Health looked at the impact of Kundalini yoga on memory and found a significant impact, finds Megan Whitby
HCM magazine
Immediate rewards can motivate people to exercise more, according to new research, reports Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
HCM People

Mariah Rooney

Founder, Trauma Informed Weight Lifting
When people experience early life trauma it impacts their bodies and nervous systems. I became curious about how lifting weights could help them have the experience of strength
HCM magazine
As more trans women, trans men and non-binary people join health clubs, it’s time to work out a system where everyone feels included, protected and safe in the locker room. Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you: [email protected]
HCM magazine
HCM People

Mark Tweedie

Associate, Miova
I’d love to see a national wellness service working hand in glove with NHS primary care
HCM magazine
Steph Eaves looks at how health assessment devices are evolving to keep up with industry trends
HCM magazine
Appointed president of Xponential Fitness when she was only 34, Sarah Luna attributes her career success to the grit, determination and stamina she honed as a dancer by day and Pilates teacher by night. She talks to Kath Hudson about how owning her choices has given her the resilience to take on one of the top jobs in the US fitness industry, while also raising a family
HCM magazine
By the time you’ve finished your workout, your groceries for the week will be waiting for collection
HCM magazine
When retailer, the €11 billion-a-year Colruyt Group, decided to get into the health club market, the plan was to fully integrate its entire business using customer insight data. The results are remarkable
HCM magazine
AI has the potential to support people in making healthy lifestyle changes if its algorithms can be updated to understand the different stages of motivation, as Jodi Heckel reports
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: CoverMe Fitness launches in Australian market
CoverMe Fitness, the studio management app for the fitness industry, has launched in Australia, with industry veteran Tony Zonato as managing director for the region.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Explosion of passion for fitness at RiminiWellness 2024 and record success for Panatta
The passion for fitness and bodybuilding reached new heights at the Panatta stands during RiminiWellness (30 May – 2 June 20204) – the largest fitness event in Italy – which this year exceeded the 100,000 visitor mark.
Company profiles
Company profile: Epassi UK
For the last 22 years Epassi UK have been on a mission to create a ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Technogym UK Ltd
Technogym offers a complete ecosystem of connected smart equipment, digital services, on-demand training experiences and ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier showcase - Matrix: Futureproofing
Supplier Showcases
Supplier showcase - Safe Space: Delivering the vision
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
GYMNATION press release: GymNation celebrates double victory at UAE Employee Happiness Awards
GymNation, the UAE’s largest gym chain, is proud to announce its outstanding achievements at the UAE Employee Happiness Awards.
Featured press releases
seca Ltd press release: Seca Tru and Physical bring best-in-class body composition analysis to gyms
Seca Tru is delighted to announce a new UK partnership with fitness market leader Physical. The agreement will see Physical distribute the Seca Tru product across the breadth of the UK fitness industry.
Directory
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Property & Tenders
Cleveland Lakes, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire
Cotswold Lakes Trust
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
08-10 Sep 2024
Wyndham® Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs™ Resort, Lake Buena Vista, United States
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
20-22 Sep 2024
Locations worldwide,
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
09-13 Oct 2024
Soneva Fushi, Maldives
Diary dates
10 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London,
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
04-06 Feb 2025
Coventry Building Society Arena, Coventry, United Kingdom
Diary dates
11-13 Feb 2025
Fairmont Riyadh , Saudi Arabia
Diary dates
10-13 Apr 2025
Exhibition Centre , Cologne, Germany
Diary dates
07-07 Jun 2025
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
28-31 Oct 2025
Koelnmesse, Cologne, Germany
Diary dates
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