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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

Kuwait news

Three firms have been commissioned to develop a “world-class” Science City attraction in central Patna,
A formal opening has been held for the Sheikh Abdullah Al Salem Cultural Centre (SAASCC)
Timbalaya, the British-based story-led adventure play IP, has announced its first project will be in
One of China’s largest real estate developers has joined forces with hospitality company Four Seasons
The owners of IMG Worlds of Adventure – the world’s largest indoor theme park –
Hospitality giant Four Seasons has opened a new hotel in Kuwait City, created by architects
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
London Resort Company Holdings (LRCH) – the developer behind the Paramount theme park in Kent
Blu Spas has collaborated with HKS/Hill Glazier Studio and Brayton Hughes for the spa design
Here are some of the stories that appeared on CLAD this week, from Thomas Heatherwick’s
Global spa consultancy Blu Spas has worked in conjunction with designers Yabu Pushelberg and KEO
Spanish cosmetics company Natura Bisse has released a new skincare system that claims to smooth,
Following France’s decision to pledge €28m (US$30m, £23.8m) towards the protection of cultural heritage sites
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Fitness First Middle East will launch ladies-only gyms in Saudi Arabia this year, complementing the
Sarah Dalton, who was previously with distributor Sarum Trading in Dubai, has joined Subtle Energies
London Resort Company Holdings (LRCH) has shaken up its leadership team by announcing the appointments
The UK’s national tourism agency, VisitBritain, has launched a major new initiative to attract more
One of London Paramount’s prominent figureheads has walked away from the project, just two months
Rosalin Lau has been named director of spa and wellness at Six Senses Zighy Bay,
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
The Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island has opened in the UAE
The UAE spa sector is booming. A Global Wellness Institute (GWI) report indicated that the
The US has taken first place in the updated World Design Rankings, which rates countries
Plans for a state-of-the-art 7,600-seater tennis stadium have been revealed as part of the expansion
The developers of Kuwait's 360 Mall have revealed that the complex will be expanded to
Kuwait’s Scientific Center has said that 10 architects have presented bids for a multi-million dollar
Independent research company Intelligent Spas has released its new Spa Market Overview Reports for each
Portugese health club operator Vivafit is expanding its reach with the signing of the first
Gravesham Borough Council (GBC) in Kent has approved plans for the redevelopment of Ebbsfleet United
Designed by international architecture firm RTKL and landscaped by US-based designers PWP, Kuwaiti mixed-use property
In an effort to combat a failing economy that has plunged a quarter of its
Kuwait’s leading mixed use property developer, Tamdeen Group, has announced US$700m (€661m, £472m) plans for
Spa provider The Product House has become the exclusive distributor for Terres d'Afrique in the
The Seven Star Global Luxury Awards will take place at the Trans Resort Bali, hosting
The ever-growing KidZania brand has launched its latest franchise at the Mall of Arabia in
The Middle East is a hotbed of activity for theme parks, waterparks and tourist attractions,
Fitness First has announced the launch of its third health club in Kuwait. The premium
Fitness First Middle East has announced the opening of three clubs in the UAE and
Tourists visiting London from the United Arab Emirates have been warned to avoid famous landmarks
This year’s international Halal Tourism Conference in Europe will launch an index of Muslims’ travel
British inbound tourism continued its jumbo-jet trajectory in the first half of 2014, setting a
Visitors from the Middle East are Britain’s most zealous international shoppers, with clothes or shoes
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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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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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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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The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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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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Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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HCM People
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We firmly believe that workouts should never feel like a chore
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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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Editor's letter
New laws are about to come into force that will oblige health club operators to offer consumers better membership terms. It will be disruptive, but tackled well, will change the sector for the better
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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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Opinion
Dr Paul Bedford talks to Jak Phillips about the double-edged sword of the strength training trend and his ambitions for the sector
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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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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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Letters
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
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
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
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

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
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
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
The goal is for all new centres to be Net Zero. Sustainability is something we’re investing heavily in across the business
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson 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
Featured supplier news
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Featured press releases
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Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: Better’s One NK leisure centre wellbeing event a wondrous success!
Last week saw the launch of a new ‘Health Hub’ at Better’s One NK leisure centre in North Hykeham.
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Grantham, Leicestershire
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Galgorm Resort, York,
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China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
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Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
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30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
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Worldwide, Various,
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Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
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ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
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IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
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19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
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01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
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24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
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04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
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Kuwait news

Three firms have been commissioned to develop a “world-class” Science City attraction in central Patna,
A formal opening has been held for the Sheikh Abdullah Al Salem Cultural Centre (SAASCC)
Timbalaya, the British-based story-led adventure play IP, has announced its first project will be in
One of China’s largest real estate developers has joined forces with hospitality company Four Seasons
The owners of IMG Worlds of Adventure – the world’s largest indoor theme park –
Hospitality giant Four Seasons has opened a new hotel in Kuwait City, created by architects
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
London Resort Company Holdings (LRCH) – the developer behind the Paramount theme park in Kent
Blu Spas has collaborated with HKS/Hill Glazier Studio and Brayton Hughes for the spa design
Here are some of the stories that appeared on CLAD this week, from Thomas Heatherwick’s
Global spa consultancy Blu Spas has worked in conjunction with designers Yabu Pushelberg and KEO
Spanish cosmetics company Natura Bisse has released a new skincare system that claims to smooth,
Following France’s decision to pledge €28m (US$30m, £23.8m) towards the protection of cultural heritage sites
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Fitness First Middle East will launch ladies-only gyms in Saudi Arabia this year, complementing the
Sarah Dalton, who was previously with distributor Sarum Trading in Dubai, has joined Subtle Energies
London Resort Company Holdings (LRCH) has shaken up its leadership team by announcing the appointments
The UK’s national tourism agency, VisitBritain, has launched a major new initiative to attract more
One of London Paramount’s prominent figureheads has walked away from the project, just two months
Rosalin Lau has been named director of spa and wellness at Six Senses Zighy Bay,
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
The Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island has opened in the UAE
The UAE spa sector is booming. A Global Wellness Institute (GWI) report indicated that the
The US has taken first place in the updated World Design Rankings, which rates countries
Plans for a state-of-the-art 7,600-seater tennis stadium have been revealed as part of the expansion
The developers of Kuwait's 360 Mall have revealed that the complex will be expanded to
Kuwait’s Scientific Center has said that 10 architects have presented bids for a multi-million dollar
Independent research company Intelligent Spas has released its new Spa Market Overview Reports for each
Portugese health club operator Vivafit is expanding its reach with the signing of the first
Gravesham Borough Council (GBC) in Kent has approved plans for the redevelopment of Ebbsfleet United
Designed by international architecture firm RTKL and landscaped by US-based designers PWP, Kuwaiti mixed-use property
In an effort to combat a failing economy that has plunged a quarter of its
Kuwait’s leading mixed use property developer, Tamdeen Group, has announced US$700m (€661m, £472m) plans for
Spa provider The Product House has become the exclusive distributor for Terres d'Afrique in the
The Seven Star Global Luxury Awards will take place at the Trans Resort Bali, hosting
The ever-growing KidZania brand has launched its latest franchise at the Mall of Arabia in
The Middle East is a hotbed of activity for theme parks, waterparks and tourist attractions,
Fitness First has announced the launch of its third health club in Kuwait. The premium
Fitness First Middle East has announced the opening of three clubs in the UAE and
Tourists visiting London from the United Arab Emirates have been warned to avoid famous landmarks
This year’s international Halal Tourism Conference in Europe will launch an index of Muslims’ travel
British inbound tourism continued its jumbo-jet trajectory in the first half of 2014, setting a
Visitors from the Middle East are Britain’s most zealous international shoppers, with clothes or shoes
26 - 50 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Recent work includes a gym refurb for a number of Everyone Active sites and a full range of merchandise for the Oxford vs Cambridge Boat Race
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
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
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
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
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
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
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
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

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
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
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
The goal is for all new centres to be Net Zero. Sustainability is something we’re investing heavily in across the business
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson 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
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.
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: Power Plate
Power Plate is owned, manufactured and distributed by Northbrook, Ill.- based Performance Health Systems LLC, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Core Health & Fitness
Core Health & Fitness creates dynamic fitness experiences for the global market with products and ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Balanced Body press release: New Balanced Body Education® For Fitness Instructors endorsed by Active IQ
Balanced Body ®, global leaders in Pilates equipment and education, have received Active IQ endorsement for its newly launched professional education programme specifically designed to upskill fitness instructors with a Group Reformer Pilates certification in direct response to global market demand.
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: Better’s One NK leisure centre wellbeing event a wondrous success!
Last week saw the launch of a new ‘Health Hub’ at Better’s One NK leisure centre in North Hykeham.
Directory
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
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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