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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

Welsh government news

The Welsh government has given the green light for a £315m motor racing development, which
In a world first, Marriott Hotels has partnered with the University of Wales Trinity Saint
Under-secretary of state for sport, tourism and heritage Tracey Crouch and mayor of London Boris
Wayne Hemingway MBE, the creative designer and visionary behind the £18m ($27m, €24m) restoration of
Design consultancy Mather has been awarded the contract for the upcoming £7.7m (US$11.3m, €10.6m) interactive
The Royal Mint has come one step closer in its plans for opening a visitor
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
St Fagans National History Museum – Wales’ most popular heritage attraction – has named Kier
Work has started on the £6.3m transformation of a derelict lido in Pontypridd, Wales, which
Outdoor activity tourism accounts for 10 per cent, or £481m, of Wales’ tourism economy, according
The Royal Mint has unveiled plans to let the public inside the highly-secured coin manufacturing
The Welsh government has launched a £1.78m Physical Literacy Programme for Schools (PLPS). The initiative
The Welsh Government is undergoing a six-week consultation period on a proposal for the Heritage
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
The Celtic Manor Resort has confirmed plans for a new Wales International Convention Centre, aimed
Water quality around England’s coasts has greatly improved since last year, new figures from Defra
The Welsh government has said that boosting faith tourism in the country will be a
Development of a £280m motor racing circuit in south Wales has been put on hold
Tourism chiefs in Wales want more luxury, spa and heritage hotels as part of a
Tourism chiefs in Wales want more luxury, spa and heritage hotels as part of a
Tourism chiefs in Wales want more luxury, spa and heritage hotels as part of a
According to new figures more disabled people in Wales are taking part in sport than
Regeneration organisation Groundwork has been appointed to manage the development of the Hafod Copperworks in
UK Sport has launched its Gold Event Series (GES), a campaign which will see £27m
The Welsh Government has awarded funding of £45,254 to support the work of Show Racism
Swansea Council has approved plans to redevelop the city's historic castle into a major new
A multi-million pound watersport project has opened to the public in Swansea Marina, Wales. The
The 360 Beach and Watersports Centre in Swansea Bay will open its doors to the
Image: A third of adults were not physically active New research published by the Welsh
A topping out ceremony is being held today (29 August) to mark the latest milestone
Image: Exercise will be promoted by the government The Welsh Government has vowed to boost
Image: St Fagans is to undergo a major facelift The Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) has
A new adiZone outdoor multi-sports facility has officially opened in Aberystwyth, Wales, following a £250,000
Image: The new centre is located in Swansea Bay A new £1.4m centre of excellence
A new report from the Wales Audit Office (WAO) has criticised "flawed" decisions taken by
Image: Increased cycling is one of the Bill's aims Local authorities throughout Wales will be
Image: Rhossili beach is included on the route Welsh environment minister John Griffiths has helped
Conwy Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site, was chosen by Cadw (the Welsh Government's Historic
Techniquest and Techniquest Glyndwr have been awarded funding by the Welsh Government to expand their
The Welsh Government has published new figures showing an increase in the value of golf
Conwy County Borough Council's plans for the restoration of the Grade II-listed Victoria Pier in
Wales' seven national museums attracted a record 1.69 million visitors in 2011-12, which is the
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
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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
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
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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Letters
This programme provides a clear pathway from a health service to a leisure centre
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
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
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
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
HCM magazine
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson 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
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
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
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
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: 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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Physical
Physical is the UK’s go-to, one-stop shop for commercial grade fitness equipment and flooring, with ...
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
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
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

Welsh government news

The Welsh government has given the green light for a £315m motor racing development, which
In a world first, Marriott Hotels has partnered with the University of Wales Trinity Saint
Under-secretary of state for sport, tourism and heritage Tracey Crouch and mayor of London Boris
Wayne Hemingway MBE, the creative designer and visionary behind the £18m ($27m, €24m) restoration of
Design consultancy Mather has been awarded the contract for the upcoming £7.7m (US$11.3m, €10.6m) interactive
The Royal Mint has come one step closer in its plans for opening a visitor
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
St Fagans National History Museum – Wales’ most popular heritage attraction – has named Kier
Work has started on the £6.3m transformation of a derelict lido in Pontypridd, Wales, which
Outdoor activity tourism accounts for 10 per cent, or £481m, of Wales’ tourism economy, according
The Royal Mint has unveiled plans to let the public inside the highly-secured coin manufacturing
The Welsh government has launched a £1.78m Physical Literacy Programme for Schools (PLPS). The initiative
The Welsh Government is undergoing a six-week consultation period on a proposal for the Heritage
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
The Celtic Manor Resort has confirmed plans for a new Wales International Convention Centre, aimed
Water quality around England’s coasts has greatly improved since last year, new figures from Defra
The Welsh government has said that boosting faith tourism in the country will be a
Development of a £280m motor racing circuit in south Wales has been put on hold
Tourism chiefs in Wales want more luxury, spa and heritage hotels as part of a
Tourism chiefs in Wales want more luxury, spa and heritage hotels as part of a
Tourism chiefs in Wales want more luxury, spa and heritage hotels as part of a
According to new figures more disabled people in Wales are taking part in sport than
Regeneration organisation Groundwork has been appointed to manage the development of the Hafod Copperworks in
UK Sport has launched its Gold Event Series (GES), a campaign which will see £27m
The Welsh Government has awarded funding of £45,254 to support the work of Show Racism
Swansea Council has approved plans to redevelop the city's historic castle into a major new
A multi-million pound watersport project has opened to the public in Swansea Marina, Wales. The
The 360 Beach and Watersports Centre in Swansea Bay will open its doors to the
Image: A third of adults were not physically active New research published by the Welsh
A topping out ceremony is being held today (29 August) to mark the latest milestone
Image: Exercise will be promoted by the government The Welsh Government has vowed to boost
Image: St Fagans is to undergo a major facelift The Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) has
A new adiZone outdoor multi-sports facility has officially opened in Aberystwyth, Wales, following a £250,000
Image: The new centre is located in Swansea Bay A new £1.4m centre of excellence
A new report from the Wales Audit Office (WAO) has criticised "flawed" decisions taken by
Image: Increased cycling is one of the Bill's aims Local authorities throughout Wales will be
Image: Rhossili beach is included on the route Welsh environment minister John Griffiths has helped
Conwy Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site, was chosen by Cadw (the Welsh Government's Historic
Techniquest and Techniquest Glyndwr have been awarded funding by the Welsh Government to expand their
The Welsh Government has published new figures showing an increase in the value of golf
Conwy County Borough Council's plans for the restoration of the Grade II-listed Victoria Pier in
Wales' seven national museums attracted a record 1.69 million visitors in 2011-12, which is the
41 - 80 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
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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
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
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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
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
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 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
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson 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
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
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
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
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: 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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Physical
Physical is the UK’s go-to, one-stop shop for commercial grade fitness equipment and flooring, with ...
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
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
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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