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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

learner news

Physical activity levels among children and young people have improved compared to five years ago,
A new startup is looking to carve out a market for itself by helping those
In the UK, aspiring fitness professionals often find themselves deliberating between the Level 2 Gym
Dan Rees, the former MD of Premier Global NASM – the training company which was
Go Fit has started work on a new wellness hub in Tenerife. It will open
Active IQ has been acquired by educational charity NCFE from its parent company, US-based Ascend
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
A £22m refurbishment of Altrincham Leisure Centre has been given the go ahead by Trafford
Parkwood Leisure, one of the UK’s leading leisure operators, has reached the milestone of teaching
Luis Arturo Aguilar has been appointed the new spa manager at wellness destination and spa
After more than 28 years of successful growth and development, and over 50,000 learners trained,
Training provider, Premier Global NASM, has collaborated with PT management company, YOUR Personal Training (YPT),
Active IQ - the UK’s leading awarding organisation for the leisure sector - has partnered
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Active IQ has won the Exporter of the Year award at the sixth annual FAB
To provide franchisees with ongoing access to world-renowned, CIMSPA-endorsed, fitness and nutrition educational content, RISE
Construction work has begun on a £13m redevelopment project which will look to transform the
Suffice to say that the pandemic has completely changed the way fitness professionals work and
Planning approval has been granted to what is set to become one of the first
Active IQ has launched two new qualifications – the Level 2 Diploma in Health and
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In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
The Swimming Teachers' Association (STA) has partnered with a psychologist to provide new mindfulness and
Construction work has commenced on Great Yarmouth's £26m Marina Centre, with the venue set to
Construction work on planned leisure projects is beginning to return to normal across the UK.
Disney's Imagineering team is offering "one-of-a-kind" learning experiences with Imagineering in a Box – a
Drummond Health & Fitness Education Academy has been providing quality health and fitness training and
Two newly-built leisure centres are set to open their doors in Belfast next month as
Work on a £21m leisure and community hub in Morpeth, Northumberland is set to begin
New Barnet Leisure Centre in North London has become the second new facility to open
Estimated to be worth US$700bn a year, the sports industry's growth is currently outpacing the
Enhanced designs have been submitted for a £42m swimming pool and waterpark complex in Derby.
A planning application has been submitted for a £23m leisure centre in Coalville, Leicestershire. The
The £16m Andover Leisure Centre has opened its doors to the public, after more than
Sir Hugh Robertson, chairman of the British Olympic Association and a deputy lieutenant of Kent,
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has revealed details of its landmark 100th UK club, which is
The £26m Dover District Leisure Centre is set to open its doors on February 2019.
Exeter City Council has approved measures to spend an extra £11.8m on the environmentally 'super
Detailed plans have been revealed for a "cutting-edge" leisure centre at the heart of the
Awarding organisation Active IQ has launched a Level 2 Award focusing in mental health –
Fitness studio operator Frame has launched a training course designed to meet the demands of
Active IQ has been declared the winner of the Innovation of the Year Award at
A specialised gymnastics facility has opened at the Elmbridge Xcel Leisure Centre in Walton-on-Thames, Surrey.
Museums Galleries Scotland has launched an initiative looking to address the lack of accessible entry
12,300
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GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
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University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
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Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
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Editor's letter
We’d like to see training bodies creating qualifications that deliver expertise in supporting both the body and the mind
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Life lessons
Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
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The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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News report
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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Interview
Go Fit is spreading its wings, with a five-year plan for growth and new projects already under construction in Italy. Its new CEO speaks to Kate Cracknell
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Specifier
Industry suppliers are responding to the exponential increase in consumer demand for strength training with a raft of new and innovative launches and concepts, as Steph Eaves reports
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Letters
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
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Everyone's talking about
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
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Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
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The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
When it was founded, Snap Fitness was ground-breaking, but by 2020 the industry had evolved, but the brand hadn’t
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers according to the 11th annual European Health & Fitness Market Report 2024 from Deloitte and EuropeActive, as Karsten Hollasch reports
HCM magazine
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
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
Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
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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
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
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Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, W3Fit EMEA, is heading to the Chia Laguna resort in Sardinia from 8-11 October.
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learner news

Physical activity levels among children and young people have improved compared to five years ago,
A new startup is looking to carve out a market for itself by helping those
In the UK, aspiring fitness professionals often find themselves deliberating between the Level 2 Gym
Dan Rees, the former MD of Premier Global NASM – the training company which was
Go Fit has started work on a new wellness hub in Tenerife. It will open
Active IQ has been acquired by educational charity NCFE from its parent company, US-based Ascend
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
A £22m refurbishment of Altrincham Leisure Centre has been given the go ahead by Trafford
Parkwood Leisure, one of the UK’s leading leisure operators, has reached the milestone of teaching
Luis Arturo Aguilar has been appointed the new spa manager at wellness destination and spa
After more than 28 years of successful growth and development, and over 50,000 learners trained,
Training provider, Premier Global NASM, has collaborated with PT management company, YOUR Personal Training (YPT),
Active IQ - the UK’s leading awarding organisation for the leisure sector - has partnered
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Active IQ has won the Exporter of the Year award at the sixth annual FAB
To provide franchisees with ongoing access to world-renowned, CIMSPA-endorsed, fitness and nutrition educational content, RISE
Construction work has begun on a £13m redevelopment project which will look to transform the
Suffice to say that the pandemic has completely changed the way fitness professionals work and
Planning approval has been granted to what is set to become one of the first
Active IQ has launched two new qualifications – the Level 2 Diploma in Health and
Elevate
Elevate
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
The Swimming Teachers' Association (STA) has partnered with a psychologist to provide new mindfulness and
Construction work has commenced on Great Yarmouth's £26m Marina Centre, with the venue set to
Construction work on planned leisure projects is beginning to return to normal across the UK.
Disney's Imagineering team is offering "one-of-a-kind" learning experiences with Imagineering in a Box – a
Drummond Health & Fitness Education Academy has been providing quality health and fitness training and
Two newly-built leisure centres are set to open their doors in Belfast next month as
Work on a £21m leisure and community hub in Morpeth, Northumberland is set to begin
New Barnet Leisure Centre in North London has become the second new facility to open
Estimated to be worth US$700bn a year, the sports industry's growth is currently outpacing the
Enhanced designs have been submitted for a £42m swimming pool and waterpark complex in Derby.
A planning application has been submitted for a £23m leisure centre in Coalville, Leicestershire. The
The £16m Andover Leisure Centre has opened its doors to the public, after more than
Sir Hugh Robertson, chairman of the British Olympic Association and a deputy lieutenant of Kent,
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has revealed details of its landmark 100th UK club, which is
The £26m Dover District Leisure Centre is set to open its doors on February 2019.
Exeter City Council has approved measures to spend an extra £11.8m on the environmentally 'super
Detailed plans have been revealed for a "cutting-edge" leisure centre at the heart of the
Awarding organisation Active IQ has launched a Level 2 Award focusing in mental health –
Fitness studio operator Frame has launched a training course designed to meet the demands of
Active IQ has been declared the winner of the Innovation of the Year Award at
A specialised gymnastics facility has opened at the Elmbridge Xcel Leisure Centre in Walton-on-Thames, Surrey.
Museums Galleries Scotland has launched an initiative looking to address the lack of accessible entry
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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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
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
Sponsored
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
When it was founded, Snap Fitness was ground-breaking, but by 2020 the industry had evolved, but the brand hadn’t
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers according to the 11th annual European Health & Fitness Market Report 2024 from Deloitte and EuropeActive, as Karsten Hollasch reports
HCM magazine
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
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
Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
HCM magazine
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
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: W3Fit EMEA’s innovative programme sets sail for Sardinia, Italy
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, W3Fit EMEA, is heading to the Chia Laguna resort in Sardinia from 8-11 October.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Places Leisure successfully launches myFitApp to enhance member experience
Places Leisure is a leading leisure centre operator with a mission to create active places and healthy people for communities to thrive.
Company profiles
Company profile: Life Fitness
The Life Fitness family of brands offers an unrivalled product portfolio, providing customers with access ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Matrix Fitness
Preferred by some of the world’s finest hotels and resorts, Matrix offers an array of ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
KeepMe press release: Keepme open-house shock takeover
In a shift from tradition, Keepme have announced that the upcoming May Open-House session will be led by their expert Marketing team.
Featured press releases
Taylor Made Designs Ltd press release: Sustainable hydration – protecting the world, one sip at a time
In a drive to support healthy hydration habits, Taylor Made Designs (TMD) has launched a range of drinks bottles, including the new eco-friendly Ocean Bottle, to provide always-at- hand hydration solutions that are good for the planet as well as the individual.
Directory
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
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
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
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