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The Fitness Industry Association (FIA) last night unveiled the winners in its annual Quorn™ Commit
Neil Gillis, chief executive of Esporta, has said he would sell the group’s European health
The Fitness Industry Association’s (FIA) annual Vanguard reception will be held on 4 November at
Winners of the FIA FLAME Awards 2003 – which provide an opportunity for exceptional performance
The Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) has reached its first major milestone and registered more
Despite worries by residents about noise and disturbance, planning officials in Felixstowe are expected to
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Health and fitness club operator LA Fitness has made a series of announcements regarding expansion
LivingWell health club in London’s Canary Wharf was named Corporate Club of the Year in
Health and fitness club operator, LA Fitness, has announced results for the year to 31
According to the Disability Rights Commission (DRC), the biggest shake-up of consumer legislation affecting every
Sportopolis, the Belgium operator of multi-purpose sports and health clubs, has opened a new site
Winner SAS, the Italian fitness company with three clubs in Emilia Romagna, Reggio Emilia and
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
LivingWell, the health club division of Hilton Group, has launched a new membership category to
Hotel management school, Ecole Hôtelière de Lausanne in Switzerland, has updated its gym with equipment
The German operator of corporate health and fitness clubs, Fit&Well, aims to expand from 49
LivingWell health club in London’s Canary Wharf was named Corporate Club of the Year in
LivingWell, the health club division of Hilton Group, has launched a new membership category to
Sona Positive Health plans to open three wellness facilities in Germany in the next six
The Marriot Vacation Club has opened two resorts in Spain and France with extensive health
Go-fit, the company which currently manages 12 clubs in Belgium, aims to secure a further
Cannon’s expansion programme is in full flow, with three more sites due to open this
UK health and fitness operators are back on the acquisition trail after more than a
Eight Topnotch health club sites have been sold to a new company called Topnotch Fitness,
German health, sport and leisure club, Oase, has revealed 2004 expansion plans for its Station
Sports and Leisure Group starts pre-sales on its newest club in Duiven, The Netherlands, next
Dutch health and fitness company Sportfondsen has opened a club in Velzen, near Amsterdam and
Branding will be key to successful trading in the UK health and fitness industry over
A health and fitness facility specifically designed for adults with learning disabilities has opened at
The health and fitness industry has enjoyed more growth than any other leisure sector in
Greek health and fitness chain, Dinamiki Zoi, is currently looking for sites in the UK
Health club operator Clubhaus may be subject to a management buyout, as the board considers
A former senior manager with easyJet is bringing his experience to the health and fitness
Community Leisure has launched a scheme to encourage local people to become more active in
Two sports graduates, Susanne Rowell, 23, and Lisa Vile, 24, are behind a ladies-only health
DC Leisure’s Tooting Leisure Centre has reported a dramatic reduction in attrition rates after the
Sunbeds should be banned in all local authority facilities, according to the Chartered Institute of
Crown Sports has reported a 53 per cent increase in operating profits in its interim
Fred Turok, chief executive of LA Fitness, expects the company to be in a position
A weight management programme based on identifying and managing inflammatory response to food launches this
Two instructors from the Total Fitness centre in Lincoln have won this year’s Powerade Fitness
12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
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
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
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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
HCM magazine
Research
Where we would have expected to see a decline in the neuromelanin signals, we saw an increase in nine out of ten people
HCM magazine
Interview
Franchise business Orangetheory Fitness is merging with Self Esteem Brands and is on a long-term path to 10,000 units globally, its CEO and co-founder tells Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
Everyone's talking about
Property experts say it’s a golden moment for health and fitness operators to secure leases, as the sector has come through the pandemic with its reputation largely intact and clubs are seen as desirable anchor tenants. Kath Hudson finds out why landlords want to talk
HCM magazine
Wellness
Absenteeism and presenteeism is taking a huge economic toll, with musculoskeletal problems and poor mental health the biggest issues. Can workplace wellness make a difference? Kath Hudson investigates
HCM magazine
Opinion
Dr Paul Bedford talks to Jak Phillips about the double-edged sword of the strength training trend and his ambitions for the sector
HCM magazine
Life lessons
Remember when there was mass hostility about London hosting the 2012 Olympics? Huw Edwards, CEO of UK Active, was there. He talks to Kath Hudson about the lessons he learned
HCM magazine
Insight
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
HCM magazine
As more people join clubs to support their mental health, fitness professionals need to be empowered to take a holistic approach. Kath Hudson shares useful tools discussed at the ACE summit on mental health
HCM magazine
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
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
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Webinar: Building a new energy future for the leisure sector
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sibec EMEA to blend fitness with luxury at Fairmont Monte Carlo
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
Company profiles
Company profile: Wattbike
Wattbike is chosen by the world’s top sporting teams, elite athletes, coaches, plus hundreds of ...
Company profiles
Company profile: ukactive
ukactive is the UK’s leading not-for-profit membership body for the physical activity sector, bringing together ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: ‘FAB’ freebies for Barnet carers!
Being a carer – whether that’s looking after a young person, a senior citizen or someone with a long-term illness or disability – can be rewarding but stressful at times. These responsibilities may also limit the carer’s ability to find paid employment.
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Directory
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
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
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
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

Latest news

The Fitness Industry Association (FIA) last night unveiled the winners in its annual Quorn™ Commit
Neil Gillis, chief executive of Esporta, has said he would sell the group’s European health
The Fitness Industry Association’s (FIA) annual Vanguard reception will be held on 4 November at
Winners of the FIA FLAME Awards 2003 – which provide an opportunity for exceptional performance
The Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) has reached its first major milestone and registered more
Despite worries by residents about noise and disturbance, planning officials in Felixstowe are expected to
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Health and fitness club operator LA Fitness has made a series of announcements regarding expansion
LivingWell health club in London’s Canary Wharf was named Corporate Club of the Year in
Health and fitness club operator, LA Fitness, has announced results for the year to 31
According to the Disability Rights Commission (DRC), the biggest shake-up of consumer legislation affecting every
Sportopolis, the Belgium operator of multi-purpose sports and health clubs, has opened a new site
Winner SAS, the Italian fitness company with three clubs in Emilia Romagna, Reggio Emilia and
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
LivingWell, the health club division of Hilton Group, has launched a new membership category to
Hotel management school, Ecole Hôtelière de Lausanne in Switzerland, has updated its gym with equipment
The German operator of corporate health and fitness clubs, Fit&Well, aims to expand from 49
LivingWell health club in London’s Canary Wharf was named Corporate Club of the Year in
LivingWell, the health club division of Hilton Group, has launched a new membership category to
Sona Positive Health plans to open three wellness facilities in Germany in the next six
The Marriot Vacation Club has opened two resorts in Spain and France with extensive health
Go-fit, the company which currently manages 12 clubs in Belgium, aims to secure a further
Cannon’s expansion programme is in full flow, with three more sites due to open this
UK health and fitness operators are back on the acquisition trail after more than a
Eight Topnotch health club sites have been sold to a new company called Topnotch Fitness,
German health, sport and leisure club, Oase, has revealed 2004 expansion plans for its Station
Sports and Leisure Group starts pre-sales on its newest club in Duiven, The Netherlands, next
Dutch health and fitness company Sportfondsen has opened a club in Velzen, near Amsterdam and
Branding will be key to successful trading in the UK health and fitness industry over
A health and fitness facility specifically designed for adults with learning disabilities has opened at
The health and fitness industry has enjoyed more growth than any other leisure sector in
Greek health and fitness chain, Dinamiki Zoi, is currently looking for sites in the UK
Health club operator Clubhaus may be subject to a management buyout, as the board considers
A former senior manager with easyJet is bringing his experience to the health and fitness
Community Leisure has launched a scheme to encourage local people to become more active in
Two sports graduates, Susanne Rowell, 23, and Lisa Vile, 24, are behind a ladies-only health
DC Leisure’s Tooting Leisure Centre has reported a dramatic reduction in attrition rates after the
Sunbeds should be banned in all local authority facilities, according to the Chartered Institute of
Crown Sports has reported a 53 per cent increase in operating profits in its interim
Fred Turok, chief executive of LA Fitness, expects the company to be in a position
A weight management programme based on identifying and managing inflammatory response to food launches this
Two instructors from the Total Fitness centre in Lincoln have won this year’s Powerade Fitness
11721 - 11760 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
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
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
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
HCM magazine
As more people join clubs to support their mental health, fitness professionals need to be empowered to take a holistic approach. Kath Hudson shares useful tools discussed at the ACE summit on mental health
HCM magazine
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
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
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Webinar: Building a new energy future for the leisure sector
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sibec EMEA to blend fitness with luxury at Fairmont Monte Carlo
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
Company profiles
Company profile: Wattbike
Wattbike is chosen by the world’s top sporting teams, elite athletes, coaches, plus hundreds of ...
Company profiles
Company profile: ukactive
ukactive is the UK’s leading not-for-profit membership body for the physical activity sector, bringing together ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: ‘FAB’ freebies for Barnet carers!
Being a carer – whether that’s looking after a young person, a senior citizen or someone with a long-term illness or disability – can be rewarding but stressful at times. These responsibilities may also limit the carer’s ability to find paid employment.
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Directory
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
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
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
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
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