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Wizarding World news

Universal Parks and Resorts keeps its position as one of the leading attractions brands by
Universal has continued its theme park growth spearheaded by Harry Potter, with parent company Comcast
The Harry Potter studio tour is about to get a “significant expansion” as Warner Bros
Harry Potter has been a resounding success for Universal’s theme parks, after the boy wizard
A long-awaited "revolutionary" new ride opened Wednesday (24 June) at Universal Studios Hollywood, billed as
Hogwarts is on its way to California after Universal announced plans for its hugely successful
Elevate
Elevate
The TEA/AECOM Theme Index and Museum Index 2014 has been released, showing post-recession growth has
Comcast is expanding on its theme park ambitions, with the company planning major investments across
Universal Studios Japan’s president, Glenn Gumpel, has said the theme park is looking to build
Universal Studios’ Hollywood Studio Tour is undergoing a major revamp, with plans to include refurbished
Design and production firm The Hettema Group (THG) has been confirmed as the producer of
USJ Co, the operator of Universal Studios Japan, has said the Osaka theme park is
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of
After the runaway success of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter attraction at Universal Orlando,
Ron Miziker, creator of Disney’s Main Street Electrical Parade, was recognised for a lifetime of
"Big starts here" is the official theme for this year's IAAPA Attractions Expo and big
It’s only been open for a month, but since the attraction launched on 8 July
Electrosonic has appointed the experienced Tony Miceli as an executive consultant working with both the
Harry Potter fans in Japan can now get closer to the magic, following the opening
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
The highly anticipated Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Diagon Alley opened to the public yesterday
AM2 understands Warner Bros is exploring the possibility of creating attractions based on JK Rowling’s
Universal Studios Japan has announced a 15 July opening date for its $500m (€362m, £297m)
The city of Orlando, Florida – the theme park capital of the world – welcomed
Universal Studios Hollywood has unveiled details of an ongoing five-year investment plan in “revolutionary” rides
Hot on the heels of a price hike at Disney, Universal Studios have done the
Universal Orlando Resort has announced details for its new Harry Potter experience, which will be
Construction is scheduled to start this summer on an extension to Universal Studios theme park
A mechanical dragon that appears to fly without cables has been spotted over Orlando's Disney
Image: PortAventura, one of the parks to report an increase in admissions following capital investments
Image: Film actors James (left) and Oliver Phelps Universal Studios Japan has partnered with Warner
Warner Bros Entertainment and Universal Parks and Resorts (UPR) have announced plans to develop a
The ongoing global recession, challenging weather periods and "modest investment" by operators resulted in mixed
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter cleared the table of awards at this year's Thea
Universal Orlando is tweaking one of the rides in its Wizarding World of Harry Potter
A new visitor attraction based on the Harry Potter character is being planned as part
London mayor Boris Johnson has called on Harry Potter fans to lobby for the development
The world's best known boy wizard is set to arrive in Florida, US on 18
Universal Orlando Resort in Florida, US, has revealed detailed plans for a new theme park
A theme park based on the the adventures JK Rowling’s fictional schoolboy wizard, Harry Potter,
Warner Bros Entertainment and Universal Orlando Resort are building a Harry Potter themed zone at
12,300
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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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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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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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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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The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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Interview
We’ve had an outstanding year, with record revenues of €77m and €31m in EBITDA in 2023.
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Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
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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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Insight
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
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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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University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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Letters
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Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
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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
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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
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
HCM People

Jen Holland

CEO: Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
I needed a new management team with the talent and leadership to reposition a 20-year-old brand
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
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
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
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Wizarding World news

Universal Parks and Resorts keeps its position as one of the leading attractions brands by
Universal has continued its theme park growth spearheaded by Harry Potter, with parent company Comcast
The Harry Potter studio tour is about to get a “significant expansion” as Warner Bros
Harry Potter has been a resounding success for Universal’s theme parks, after the boy wizard
A long-awaited "revolutionary" new ride opened Wednesday (24 June) at Universal Studios Hollywood, billed as
Hogwarts is on its way to California after Universal announced plans for its hugely successful
Elevate
Elevate
The TEA/AECOM Theme Index and Museum Index 2014 has been released, showing post-recession growth has
Comcast is expanding on its theme park ambitions, with the company planning major investments across
Universal Studios Japan’s president, Glenn Gumpel, has said the theme park is looking to build
Universal Studios’ Hollywood Studio Tour is undergoing a major revamp, with plans to include refurbished
Design and production firm The Hettema Group (THG) has been confirmed as the producer of
USJ Co, the operator of Universal Studios Japan, has said the Osaka theme park is
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of
After the runaway success of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter attraction at Universal Orlando,
Ron Miziker, creator of Disney’s Main Street Electrical Parade, was recognised for a lifetime of
"Big starts here" is the official theme for this year's IAAPA Attractions Expo and big
It’s only been open for a month, but since the attraction launched on 8 July
Electrosonic has appointed the experienced Tony Miceli as an executive consultant working with both the
Harry Potter fans in Japan can now get closer to the magic, following the opening
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
The highly anticipated Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Diagon Alley opened to the public yesterday
AM2 understands Warner Bros is exploring the possibility of creating attractions based on JK Rowling’s
Universal Studios Japan has announced a 15 July opening date for its $500m (€362m, £297m)
The city of Orlando, Florida – the theme park capital of the world – welcomed
Universal Studios Hollywood has unveiled details of an ongoing five-year investment plan in “revolutionary” rides
Hot on the heels of a price hike at Disney, Universal Studios have done the
Universal Orlando Resort has announced details for its new Harry Potter experience, which will be
Construction is scheduled to start this summer on an extension to Universal Studios theme park
A mechanical dragon that appears to fly without cables has been spotted over Orlando's Disney
Image: PortAventura, one of the parks to report an increase in admissions following capital investments
Image: Film actors James (left) and Oliver Phelps Universal Studios Japan has partnered with Warner
Warner Bros Entertainment and Universal Parks and Resorts (UPR) have announced plans to develop a
The ongoing global recession, challenging weather periods and "modest investment" by operators resulted in mixed
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter cleared the table of awards at this year's Thea
Universal Orlando is tweaking one of the rides in its Wizarding World of Harry Potter
A new visitor attraction based on the Harry Potter character is being planned as part
London mayor Boris Johnson has called on Harry Potter fans to lobby for the development
The world's best known boy wizard is set to arrive in Florida, US on 18
Universal Orlando Resort in Florida, US, has revealed detailed plans for a new theme park
A theme park based on the the adventures JK Rowling’s fictional schoolboy wizard, Harry Potter,
Warner Bros Entertainment and Universal Orlando Resort are building a Harry Potter themed zone at
41 - 80 of 12,300
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
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
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
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
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
HCM People

Jen Holland

CEO: Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
I needed a new management team with the talent and leadership to reposition a 20-year-old brand
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
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
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
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: Empower your team, transform your service – elevate with coaching workshops
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional facilities but also in cultivating meaningful interactions with members.
Company profiles
Company profile: seca Ltd
As the world market leader of medical measuring and weighing we take body composition analysis ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Panatta Srl
Panatta's mission is to create machines that are aesthetically pleasing, functional and competitive in price ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Taylor Made Designs Ltd press release: Taylor Made Designs shares latest environmental impact report
As part of Taylor Made Design’s (TMD’s) ongoing commitment to its ‘carefully responsible’ sustainability vision, the company has introduced an end of use textile recycling program.
Featured press releases
Innerva press release: Charity launches community wellbeing space to address health disparities in Birmingham
A charity dedicated to narrowing the gender and ethnic diversity gap in physical activity has launched a community wellbeing space aimed at extending the lives of people with some of the UK’s poorest health outcomes.
Directory
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
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
06-06 Jun 2024
Drayton Manor Theme Park & Resort, Tamworth, United Kingdom
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
10 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London,
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
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