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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

Greece news

Health Club Management has learnt that Holmes Place has acquired the Holmes Place clubs in
Spa and beauty brand Anne Sémonin has launched a number of new spa treatments at
The new Seven Wonders of the World have been announced, based on more than 100
Mövenpick Hotels and Resorts (MH&R) has released its fiscal year report for 2006 and revealed
Mark Potiriadis, one of the founding partners of pioneering leisure architectural practice, Sargent & Potiriadis,
The owner of the Elégance Gontard International School in Nice, France, is to officially open
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
Following the recent security scares, easyJet has announced that it has been hit by £4m
Norfolk-based Geoprojects is now exporting its online tourism training courses worldwide. Since enrolling in the
In its preliminary results for the year to 30 June 2005, cinema-developer Bella Media has
Dimitri Karonis, franchisee of the Yo! Sushi brand in Greece, has opened the first in
Zaragoza, the capital of Spanish region Aragon, has been nominated to be the venue for
Celebrity trainer Kevin Barclay-Webb is expanding his Fitness Lounge concept overseas following its UK debut.
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Holmes Place has unveiled plans to open clubs in key cities in the Czech Republic,
George Voulgarakis, the Public Order minister for Greece, has insisted that the responsibility of security
American fitness group and official fitness centre sponsor of the 2004-2008 US Olympic teams, 24
Museums in Iceland, Turkey and Spain have walked away with the top accolades at this
The opening ceremony of the 2004 Olympic Games is less than 150 days away, but
Milton Keynes-based easyCinema has appointed Charles Wesoky, a veteran of the cinema industry, as its
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Marbles Reunited launched a new campaign on 14 January to return the Parthenon Marbles –
London-based interior design company, MKV Design has begun work on the second phase of development
Online travel and leisure company, lastminute.com, has bought UK hotel consolidator and package holiday re-seller,
Greek hotel chain, Aldemar Hotels, is to refurbish three of its six luxury properties on
The Greek prime minister has announced a series of measures intended to increase tourism by
A 19th century hotel in Athens, Greece, has opened a new spa. The Hotel Grande
Greek health and fitness chain, Dinamiki Zoi, is currently looking for sites in the UK
The developing tourism industry in Greece could provide up to 150,000 new jobs by the
Culture Secretary, Tessa Jowell, has named Liverpool as the UK’s nomination for European Capital of
Culture Secretary, Tessa Jowell, has named Liverpool as European Capital of Culture for 2008. The
This year’s SIBEC EURO takes place from 26-28 June in Marbella, Spain. A total of
Newcastle/Gateshead has won a BBC viewers poll to select the European Capital of Culture for
According to figures from government's Office for National Statistics, Spain was the most popular destination
According to figures from government's Office for National Statistics, Spain was the most popular destination
Millions of jobs have been lost in the world tourism sector over the past two
Millions of jobs have been lost in the world tourism sector over the past two
Europlex Cinema Italia, continues to expand its operations in Europe with the acquisition of Kinepolis
The six cities that have made it onto the shortlist for European Capital of Culture
EuroPlex Cinemas has announced its next multiplex cinema development in partnership with Carrefour - Marinopoulos,
Measures to help tourism create 300,000 jobs over the next years are outlined in a
Scottish & Newcastle (S&N) has continued its international expansion with the acquisition of a 46
The Scotch Whisky Association has launched a vociferous campaign against a government proposal to combat
12,300
HCM promotional features
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Nuffield Health has 8,300 assets that are outside the original manufacturer’s warranty and are now being maintained by ServiceSport UK
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
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
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
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Research
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
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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
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HCM People

Esther Fairfax

Founder, The Lotte Berk Foundation
My mother was the first person to take dance and create an exercise programme out of it
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Specifier
You might be tempted to skip a service, but experts say it will cost you in the long run. Providers tell Steph Eaves why they their work is important to the management of assets
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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
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Editor's letter
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
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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
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
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
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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
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
The goal is for all new centres to be Net Zero. Sustainability is something we’re investing heavily in across the business
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
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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: Study Active acquires Premier Global name and select branding assets
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
Company profiles
Company profile: CoverMe Ltd
CoverMe Fitness is an on-demand group exercise cover app that connects qualified and insured instructors ...
Company profiles
Company profile: GLL
GLL
As the UK’s leading provider of both leisure centres and libraries, GLL operate nearly 400 ...
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
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
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

Greece news

Health Club Management has learnt that Holmes Place has acquired the Holmes Place clubs in
Spa and beauty brand Anne Sémonin has launched a number of new spa treatments at
The new Seven Wonders of the World have been announced, based on more than 100
Mövenpick Hotels and Resorts (MH&R) has released its fiscal year report for 2006 and revealed
Mark Potiriadis, one of the founding partners of pioneering leisure architectural practice, Sargent & Potiriadis,
The owner of the Elégance Gontard International School in Nice, France, is to officially open
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
Following the recent security scares, easyJet has announced that it has been hit by £4m
Norfolk-based Geoprojects is now exporting its online tourism training courses worldwide. Since enrolling in the
In its preliminary results for the year to 30 June 2005, cinema-developer Bella Media has
Dimitri Karonis, franchisee of the Yo! Sushi brand in Greece, has opened the first in
Zaragoza, the capital of Spanish region Aragon, has been nominated to be the venue for
Celebrity trainer Kevin Barclay-Webb is expanding his Fitness Lounge concept overseas following its UK debut.
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Holmes Place has unveiled plans to open clubs in key cities in the Czech Republic,
George Voulgarakis, the Public Order minister for Greece, has insisted that the responsibility of security
American fitness group and official fitness centre sponsor of the 2004-2008 US Olympic teams, 24
Museums in Iceland, Turkey and Spain have walked away with the top accolades at this
The opening ceremony of the 2004 Olympic Games is less than 150 days away, but
Milton Keynes-based easyCinema has appointed Charles Wesoky, a veteran of the cinema industry, as its
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Marbles Reunited launched a new campaign on 14 January to return the Parthenon Marbles –
London-based interior design company, MKV Design has begun work on the second phase of development
Online travel and leisure company, lastminute.com, has bought UK hotel consolidator and package holiday re-seller,
Greek hotel chain, Aldemar Hotels, is to refurbish three of its six luxury properties on
The Greek prime minister has announced a series of measures intended to increase tourism by
A 19th century hotel in Athens, Greece, has opened a new spa. The Hotel Grande
Greek health and fitness chain, Dinamiki Zoi, is currently looking for sites in the UK
The developing tourism industry in Greece could provide up to 150,000 new jobs by the
Culture Secretary, Tessa Jowell, has named Liverpool as the UK’s nomination for European Capital of
Culture Secretary, Tessa Jowell, has named Liverpool as European Capital of Culture for 2008. The
This year’s SIBEC EURO takes place from 26-28 June in Marbella, Spain. A total of
Newcastle/Gateshead has won a BBC viewers poll to select the European Capital of Culture for
According to figures from government's Office for National Statistics, Spain was the most popular destination
According to figures from government's Office for National Statistics, Spain was the most popular destination
Millions of jobs have been lost in the world tourism sector over the past two
Millions of jobs have been lost in the world tourism sector over the past two
Europlex Cinema Italia, continues to expand its operations in Europe with the acquisition of Kinepolis
The six cities that have made it onto the shortlist for European Capital of Culture
EuroPlex Cinemas has announced its next multiplex cinema development in partnership with Carrefour - Marinopoulos,
Measures to help tourism create 300,000 jobs over the next years are outlined in a
Scottish & Newcastle (S&N) has continued its international expansion with the acquisition of a 46
The Scotch Whisky Association has launched a vociferous campaign against a government proposal to combat
201 - 240 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Nuffield Health has 8,300 assets that are outside the original manufacturer’s warranty and are now being maintained by ServiceSport UK
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
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
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
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
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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
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
The goal is for all new centres to be Net Zero. Sustainability is something we’re investing heavily in across the business
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
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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: Study Active acquires Premier Global name and select branding assets
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
Company profiles
Company profile: CoverMe Ltd
CoverMe Fitness is an on-demand group exercise cover app that connects qualified and insured instructors ...
Company profiles
Company profile: GLL
GLL
As the UK’s leading provider of both leisure centres and libraries, GLL operate nearly 400 ...
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
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
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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