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Image: A 30-station gym is among the facilities Work has been completed on an £800,000
Premier Training International (PTI) has revealed it is to launch the new Diploma in Fitness
Image: HNW Architects designed the new centre The Leadbitter Group has started work on a
Image: Anytime opened its first central London club in Kings Cross in February 2012 Franchise
Image: The deal came into effect on 1 September Leisure facilities owned by Braintree District
The Swimming Teachers Association (STA) has formed a new partnership with Swimtime, provider of swimming
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Image: The company plans to have 50 clubs in 2013 The Gym Group has been
Image: The project is on time and on budget Kirkcaldy's new multi-million pound leisure centre
Images: The sites have been rebranded by Nuffield Health Nuffield Health has announced the official
Wilmslow Leisure Centre's fitness suite has closed for a redevelopment which will see new CV
Cheshire East Council is to provide a new home for the region's special needs and
Management company Everyone Active has opened two new leisure venues in Daventry and Ely, while
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Image: The club is just 3,000sq ft in size Budget operator Fit4less by énergie has
Image: A third of adults were not physically active New research published by the Welsh
Image: Britons are enjoying longer, healthier lives People in the UK are living longer, healthier
DC Leisure has secured a renewal of its management contract to operate three leisure centres
Leisure trust 1610 has commenced work on a £150,000 refurbishment programme at Castle Sports Centre
Wokingham Borough Council (WBC)-owned leisure facilities are to be operated by a new charitable trust
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Image: The first studio opens in Putney next month David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has announced
Image: A 25m swimming pool is among the facilities The Leadbitter Group has completed construction
Image: Goodlife will acquire six Fitness First gyms Goodlife Health Clubs has confirmed its intention
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) star Khalid Ismail has confirmed plans to expand his Lion's Den
Image: Jason Kenny, seen here with Sir Chris Hoy, won two gold medals at the
Image: AFC's proposed new Loirston Loch stadium Aberdeen Football Club (AFC) has criticised local councillors
The Marina Centre in Great Yarmouth is in line for a redevelopment which is set
Awarding organisation Active IQ has announced the launch of its new Level 2 Certificate in
Image: Squash courts will be among the new facilities A second stage of development work
Image: A 50m swimming pool is among the facilities The new £26m Inspire: Luton Sports
Work has commenced on a major £500,000 maintenance programme at Rushcliffe School and Leisure Complex
The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) has unveiled proposals for a post-Olympic funding
Image: Surbiton boasts 32 pieces of Precor equipment YMCA London South West's Y+ Fitness gyms
Image: The app includes a DLL club finder service Health club operator David Lloyd Leisure
Redditch leisure centres are to undergo a programme of improvements, while also offering reduced prices
Independently-owned health club operator Frame has opened its second site in Queen's Park, London. Frame,
Wigan Leisure and Cultural Trust (WLCT) has announced plans for a £750,000 investment in extending
A new 'legacy gym' - part of a joint initiative between Durham County Council (DCC)
Isle of Wight Council (IWC) will open the new Tone Zone gym and refurbished swimming
Image: Exercise lowers the risk of inflammations A new study has shown that middle-aged adults
Image: Exercise will be promoted by the government The Welsh Government has vowed to boost
Image: A 455sq m fitness suite is planned Work is to start on the erection
12,300
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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Greg Bradley looks at the shift towards strength training in gyms and advises on how operators can create the ultimate training environment
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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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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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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company
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The industry is embracing consumer-facing tech. Now it’s time to streamline back-of-house systems with Orbit4, says Daniel Jones
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Research
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
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Specifier
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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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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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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Welcome to Elevate 2026
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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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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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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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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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Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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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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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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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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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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I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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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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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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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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As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay active, independent and feeling good for longer.
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STA's The Ripple Effect initiative has reached an important milestone after learners completed the charity's first fully funded swimming teacher training programme, resulting in seven newly qualified swimming teachers.
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Pulse Fitness press release: Pulse Fitness’ Trakk ecosystem supports Walsall Leisure in driving community engagement and delivering measurable ROI
Pulse Fitness’ digital solution, Trakk, is helping Walsall Council transform community health engagement into measurable outcomes by combining body composition tracking with targeted physical activity interventions.
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Latest news

Image: A 30-station gym is among the facilities Work has been completed on an £800,000
Premier Training International (PTI) has revealed it is to launch the new Diploma in Fitness
Image: HNW Architects designed the new centre The Leadbitter Group has started work on a
Image: Anytime opened its first central London club in Kings Cross in February 2012 Franchise
Image: The deal came into effect on 1 September Leisure facilities owned by Braintree District
The Swimming Teachers Association (STA) has formed a new partnership with Swimtime, provider of swimming
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Image: The company plans to have 50 clubs in 2013 The Gym Group has been
Image: The project is on time and on budget Kirkcaldy's new multi-million pound leisure centre
Images: The sites have been rebranded by Nuffield Health Nuffield Health has announced the official
Wilmslow Leisure Centre's fitness suite has closed for a redevelopment which will see new CV
Cheshire East Council is to provide a new home for the region's special needs and
Management company Everyone Active has opened two new leisure venues in Daventry and Ely, while
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Image: The club is just 3,000sq ft in size Budget operator Fit4less by énergie has
Image: A third of adults were not physically active New research published by the Welsh
Image: Britons are enjoying longer, healthier lives People in the UK are living longer, healthier
DC Leisure has secured a renewal of its management contract to operate three leisure centres
Leisure trust 1610 has commenced work on a £150,000 refurbishment programme at Castle Sports Centre
Wokingham Borough Council (WBC)-owned leisure facilities are to be operated by a new charitable trust
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Image: The first studio opens in Putney next month David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has announced
Image: A 25m swimming pool is among the facilities The Leadbitter Group has completed construction
Image: Goodlife will acquire six Fitness First gyms Goodlife Health Clubs has confirmed its intention
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) star Khalid Ismail has confirmed plans to expand his Lion's Den
Image: Jason Kenny, seen here with Sir Chris Hoy, won two gold medals at the
Image: AFC's proposed new Loirston Loch stadium Aberdeen Football Club (AFC) has criticised local councillors
The Marina Centre in Great Yarmouth is in line for a redevelopment which is set
Awarding organisation Active IQ has announced the launch of its new Level 2 Certificate in
Image: Squash courts will be among the new facilities A second stage of development work
Image: A 50m swimming pool is among the facilities The new £26m Inspire: Luton Sports
Work has commenced on a major £500,000 maintenance programme at Rushcliffe School and Leisure Complex
The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) has unveiled proposals for a post-Olympic funding
Image: Surbiton boasts 32 pieces of Precor equipment YMCA London South West's Y+ Fitness gyms
Image: The app includes a DLL club finder service Health club operator David Lloyd Leisure
Redditch leisure centres are to undergo a programme of improvements, while also offering reduced prices
Independently-owned health club operator Frame has opened its second site in Queen's Park, London. Frame,
Wigan Leisure and Cultural Trust (WLCT) has announced plans for a £750,000 investment in extending
A new 'legacy gym' - part of a joint initiative between Durham County Council (DCC)
Isle of Wight Council (IWC) will open the new Tone Zone gym and refurbished swimming
Image: Exercise lowers the risk of inflammations A new study has shown that middle-aged adults
Image: Exercise will be promoted by the government The Welsh Government has vowed to boost
Image: A 455sq m fitness suite is planned Work is to start on the erection
6926 - 6950 of 12,300
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
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
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
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
The industry is embracing consumer-facing tech. Now it’s time to streamline back-of-house systems with Orbit4, says Daniel Jones
HCM promotional features
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
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
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
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
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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
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
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: 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: Serco Leisure
Serco Leisure Operating Limited is one of the UK’s leading national operators of leisure centres, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Balanced Body
Founded nearly 50 years ago, Balanced Body works with the highest quality materials, and pride ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Swimming Teachers' Association (STA) press release: The Ripple Effect delivers first success as learners qualify and secure employment
STA's The Ripple Effect initiative has reached an important milestone after learners completed the charity's first fully funded swimming teacher training programme, resulting in seven newly qualified swimming teachers.
Featured press releases
Pulse Fitness press release: Pulse Fitness’ Trakk ecosystem supports Walsall Leisure in driving community engagement and delivering measurable ROI
Pulse Fitness’ digital solution, Trakk, is helping Walsall Council transform community health engagement into measurable outcomes by combining body composition tracking with targeted physical activity interventions.
Directory
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-23 Jun 2026
WX Wakefield , Wakefield, United Kingdom
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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