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Health club operator Holmes Place has opened its first European 'Holmes Place Spa'. The 600sq
Health club operator Holmes Place has opened its first European 'Holmes Place Spa'. The 600sq
Plans to invest £5.6m in improving Rossendale's leisure facilities have been submitted by London-based consultancy
The chancellor George Osborne has announced that the government will increase the investment in apprenticeships
Budget health club operator Pure Gym will open four new sites in South London (Kennington),
Fitness software provider Gladstone has announced the promotions of two of its management staff. Current
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
South Gloucestershire Leisure (SGL) has confirmed that it has added three new facilities - two
Fitness equipment supplier Polar has launched a new heart rate-based training system for the club
Notts County Football Club (NCFC) has reopened its players' gym after a £30,000 refurbishment which
Budget health club chain Fit4less is to launch its first London site with the opening
Exercise before and during pregnancy can greatly reduce the risk of gestational diabetes. Researchers at
Leisure trust Greenwich Leisure (GLL) has launched a new pilot programme designed to encourage more
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
The independent Hive Lifespan Center - which opened in New York State, US, in March
Wayzata Poland Z.O.O, a subsidiary of Wayzata Capital, has signed an Area Development Agreement (ADA)
GSSG Holdings, the Middle Eastern master franchise owner of énergie Fitness, has approved a QR100m
South Oxfordshire District Council (SODC) is consulting with local residents over proposals for the development
Leeds City Council (LCC) has confirmed that crèche facilities at six city leisure centres are
Gwyn Evans Leisure and Activity Centre in Gwersyllt, Wrexham, has reopened to the public, following
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Scarborough Borough Council (SBC) has confirmed that it has received 11 expressions of interest from
Castle Point Borough Council (CPBC) has announced the start of work on a £745,000 scheme
NuStep, the manufacturer of recumbent cross-trainers, has signed a partnership with Exit Inc to act
TV channel Fox Life in Portugal ran an eye-catching advertising campaign for its drama series
Goodlife Health Clubs has completed its rebranding of the facilities formerly operated by Zest Health
SOKO Fitness & Spa Group - the operator of fitness centres, beauty salons and spas
Health club operator Nuffield Health has announced that managing director, commercial fitness and wellbeing, Nick
East Cambridgeshire District Council (ECDC) has agreed to put forward concept designs for a proposed
A ceremony is to be held on 18 October to mark the topping out of
Health club operator Anytime Fitness has revealed plans for a comprehensive refurbishment and redesign programme.
Local residents in Belper, Derbyshire, are being asked to comment on two design options for
Following a construction period of five months, the first facility under the Holmes Place Spa
Reduced profitability, limits on future investment and maintaining staff morale are the top three concerns
Hillingdon Autistic Care (HAC) is to offer dance mat classes in order to encourage young
Health club operator énergie Group has acquired budget gym operator Nuyuu for an undisclosed sum
Gateshead Council has unveiled a new multi-million pound health and leisure complex on the former
The management team of health club chain Total Fitness has acquired the group's UK and
Warfield Park Homes (WPH) has sold its Long Ashes Park at Threshfield, North Yorkshire, to
Women who exercise and keep active are nearly 30 per cent less likely to develop
Health and racquet club operator David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has partnered with Badminton England to
A new scheme aims to direct 250 young NEETs (Not in Employment, Education or Training)
Leeds City Council has recommended that South Leeds Sports Centre be shut down. Since the
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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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Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
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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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Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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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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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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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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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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The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
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Latest news

Health club operator Holmes Place has opened its first European 'Holmes Place Spa'. The 600sq
Health club operator Holmes Place has opened its first European 'Holmes Place Spa'. The 600sq
Plans to invest £5.6m in improving Rossendale's leisure facilities have been submitted by London-based consultancy
The chancellor George Osborne has announced that the government will increase the investment in apprenticeships
Budget health club operator Pure Gym will open four new sites in South London (Kennington),
Fitness software provider Gladstone has announced the promotions of two of its management staff. Current
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
South Gloucestershire Leisure (SGL) has confirmed that it has added three new facilities - two
Fitness equipment supplier Polar has launched a new heart rate-based training system for the club
Notts County Football Club (NCFC) has reopened its players' gym after a £30,000 refurbishment which
Budget health club chain Fit4less is to launch its first London site with the opening
Exercise before and during pregnancy can greatly reduce the risk of gestational diabetes. Researchers at
Leisure trust Greenwich Leisure (GLL) has launched a new pilot programme designed to encourage more
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
The independent Hive Lifespan Center - which opened in New York State, US, in March
Wayzata Poland Z.O.O, a subsidiary of Wayzata Capital, has signed an Area Development Agreement (ADA)
GSSG Holdings, the Middle Eastern master franchise owner of énergie Fitness, has approved a QR100m
South Oxfordshire District Council (SODC) is consulting with local residents over proposals for the development
Leeds City Council (LCC) has confirmed that crèche facilities at six city leisure centres are
Gwyn Evans Leisure and Activity Centre in Gwersyllt, Wrexham, has reopened to the public, following
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Scarborough Borough Council (SBC) has confirmed that it has received 11 expressions of interest from
Castle Point Borough Council (CPBC) has announced the start of work on a £745,000 scheme
NuStep, the manufacturer of recumbent cross-trainers, has signed a partnership with Exit Inc to act
TV channel Fox Life in Portugal ran an eye-catching advertising campaign for its drama series
Goodlife Health Clubs has completed its rebranding of the facilities formerly operated by Zest Health
SOKO Fitness & Spa Group - the operator of fitness centres, beauty salons and spas
Health club operator Nuffield Health has announced that managing director, commercial fitness and wellbeing, Nick
East Cambridgeshire District Council (ECDC) has agreed to put forward concept designs for a proposed
A ceremony is to be held on 18 October to mark the topping out of
Health club operator Anytime Fitness has revealed plans for a comprehensive refurbishment and redesign programme.
Local residents in Belper, Derbyshire, are being asked to comment on two design options for
Following a construction period of five months, the first facility under the Holmes Place Spa
Reduced profitability, limits on future investment and maintaining staff morale are the top three concerns
Hillingdon Autistic Care (HAC) is to offer dance mat classes in order to encourage young
Health club operator énergie Group has acquired budget gym operator Nuyuu for an undisclosed sum
Gateshead Council has unveiled a new multi-million pound health and leisure complex on the former
The management team of health club chain Total Fitness has acquired the group's UK and
Warfield Park Homes (WPH) has sold its Long Ashes Park at Threshfield, North Yorkshire, to
Women who exercise and keep active are nearly 30 per cent less likely to develop
Health and racquet club operator David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has partnered with Badminton England to
A new scheme aims to direct 250 young NEETs (Not in Employment, Education or Training)
Leeds City Council has recommended that South Leeds Sports Centre be shut down. Since the
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Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
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
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
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Promotion
BLK BOX has been reimagining elite performance spaces for more than a decade. Founder and former athlete, Greg Bradley, tells us what it takes
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
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
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
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
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
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
HCM magazine
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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
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
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
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
HCM magazine
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
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: Cornerstone Connect helps Active Blackpool tackle health inequalities
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple systems to be aggregated into one dataset, to support its focus on reducing health inequalities and improving healthy life expectancy.
Company profiles
Company profile: Fold
Fold is the company behind the UK's leading at home foldable reformer pilates bed, bringing ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Life Fitness/Hammer Strength
Life Fitness, Hammer Strength, and ICG are global leaders in premium fitness solutions, trusted by ...
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
Leisure Energy press release: Leisure Energy has joined the Everything Estates frameworks
Leisure Energy is now an approved supplier on the Everything Estates Renewables & Construction Framework.
Featured press releases
Swimming Teachers' Association (STA) press release: STA Safeguarding programme for aquatic professionals awarded CIMSPA endorsement and CPD points
STA is pleased to announce that its Safeguarding Children and Adults at Risk CPD has been endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) against both the Safeguarding and Protecting Children and Safeguarding Adults technical specialism professional standards.
Directory
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
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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