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awards news

Arch Amenities Group (AAG) has announced the appointment of Blake Feeney, a spa industry veteran,
Fairmont Spa & Wellness, Windsor Park, has been crowned the UK’s Best New Spa in
Thermal wellbeing organisation and developer Therme Group has partnered with the Incheon Free Economic Zone
Kevin Yates, founder and CEO of Trib3 has been awarded Entrepreneur of the Year in
The first luxury health club from Armah Sports, Optimo, has opened in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser experience at Walt Disney World, Orlando, is among the winners
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
The International Spa Association (ISPA) has named Technogym CEO and founder Nerio Alessandri as the
New Eurobarometer research results, published by the European Commission, show conclusively that women remain less
It was a night to remember at the 2022 ukactive Awards for Parkwood Leisure, as
The best in the business from across the physical activity sector were honoured last night
Parkwood Leisure, one of the UK’s leading leisure operators, has reached the milestone of teaching
The winners of the 13th annual Good Spa Guide Awards were announced last night (20
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Chester Zoo, Nothe Fort and Black Country Living Museum are among the 19 winners of
After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the 14th annual HOTel&SPA event returned last
Power Plate has been shortlisted for the “Developing & Supporting Communities following on from Covid-19”
Author, TED Talk host and hypnotherapy specialist Dr Amanda Foo-Ryland has been named keynote speaker
The International Spa Association (ISPA) championed dedication and innovation at its recent Las Vegas conference.
The National Academy of Television Arts & Science has nominated iFIT’s “Everest: A Trek to
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Spa Life UK is a live business event with a unique emphasis on education and
Liz Terry, CEO of Leisure Media, has announced the creation of The Spa and Wellness
The winners of the World Spa and Wellness (WSW) Awards have been crowned as part
The 2022 World Spa and Wellness Convention will kick off this weekend, hosted from 3-4
Sardinian resort Forte Village is revealing its refreshed spa and wellness facility next month after
As Europe’s key meeting place for the global spa community, the  World Spa & Wellness
Spa Life is a highly focused, live business event that brings together the country's leading
Pure Gym has launched in the US under the brand Pure Fitness, with the first
Industry figure Vladi Kovanic is gearing up to host the 14th installation of her annual
Entries are now open for the annual UK Active Awards. Following two years of unparalleled
The Wellness Tourism Association (WTA), is celebrating its fourth anniversary by striking up a partnership
Millie Kendall and Helena Grzesk, respectively CEO and COO of the British Beauty Council, have
The recently-transformed Bamford Wellness Spa in Gloucestershire has been recognised as the UK’s Best New
Active IQ has won the Exporter of the Year award at the sixth annual FAB
The PureGym app has been named the Health and Fitness App of the Year at
North America and Japan-based visitor attractions and businesses picked up 14 of the 19 Thea
Industry figure Vladi Kovanic has drawn on her diverse experience in the world of spa
Australian surf park operator URBNSurf and wave generating specialist Wavegarden are among the winners of
The winners of the World Spa and Wellness (WSW) Awards have been crowned as part
The creative geniuses behind the Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man darkride at Universal’s Islands of Adventure
Today (17 October) marks the first day of the annual World Spa and Wellness conference,
The Underlandet family attraction at Swedish theme park Liseberg has won the European Star Award
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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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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
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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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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
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The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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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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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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HCM magazine
Debate
Although there’s much talk about working with health services, research from SLC suggests there’s much work to do before the sector is ready for the challenge. Kath Hudson asks the experts to identify barriers and solutions
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
Research
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
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
Insight
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
HCM magazine
Letters
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
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
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
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
We are the new youth club, a social space for young people to connect
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, 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
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
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
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
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
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: Serco Leisure
Serco Leisure Operating Limited is one of the UK’s leading national operators of leisure centres, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Elevate
The UK's largest annual trade event dedicated to physical activity, health, and performance...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: Pioneering project boosts business in Basingstoke
A sports complex might not be your first thought when you’re looking for a peaceful and comfortable, drop-in workspace. However, that could soon change thanks to an innovative new project at Basingstoke Leisure Centre.
Featured press releases
The Health & Fitness Institute press release: The future of fitness education: The Health and Fitness Institute champions digital learning
The Health and Fitness Institute (THFI) is leading a revolutionary paradigm shift in fitness education by fully embracing digital learning.
Directory
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
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

awards news

Arch Amenities Group (AAG) has announced the appointment of Blake Feeney, a spa industry veteran,
Fairmont Spa & Wellness, Windsor Park, has been crowned the UK’s Best New Spa in
Thermal wellbeing organisation and developer Therme Group has partnered with the Incheon Free Economic Zone
Kevin Yates, founder and CEO of Trib3 has been awarded Entrepreneur of the Year in
The first luxury health club from Armah Sports, Optimo, has opened in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser experience at Walt Disney World, Orlando, is among the winners
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
The International Spa Association (ISPA) has named Technogym CEO and founder Nerio Alessandri as the
New Eurobarometer research results, published by the European Commission, show conclusively that women remain less
It was a night to remember at the 2022 ukactive Awards for Parkwood Leisure, as
The best in the business from across the physical activity sector were honoured last night
Parkwood Leisure, one of the UK’s leading leisure operators, has reached the milestone of teaching
The winners of the 13th annual Good Spa Guide Awards were announced last night (20
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Chester Zoo, Nothe Fort and Black Country Living Museum are among the 19 winners of
After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the 14th annual HOTel&SPA event returned last
Power Plate has been shortlisted for the “Developing & Supporting Communities following on from Covid-19”
Author, TED Talk host and hypnotherapy specialist Dr Amanda Foo-Ryland has been named keynote speaker
The International Spa Association (ISPA) championed dedication and innovation at its recent Las Vegas conference.
The National Academy of Television Arts & Science has nominated iFIT’s “Everest: A Trek to
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Spa Life UK is a live business event with a unique emphasis on education and
Liz Terry, CEO of Leisure Media, has announced the creation of The Spa and Wellness
The winners of the World Spa and Wellness (WSW) Awards have been crowned as part
The 2022 World Spa and Wellness Convention will kick off this weekend, hosted from 3-4
Sardinian resort Forte Village is revealing its refreshed spa and wellness facility next month after
As Europe’s key meeting place for the global spa community, the  World Spa & Wellness
Spa Life is a highly focused, live business event that brings together the country's leading
Pure Gym has launched in the US under the brand Pure Fitness, with the first
Industry figure Vladi Kovanic is gearing up to host the 14th installation of her annual
Entries are now open for the annual UK Active Awards. Following two years of unparalleled
The Wellness Tourism Association (WTA), is celebrating its fourth anniversary by striking up a partnership
Millie Kendall and Helena Grzesk, respectively CEO and COO of the British Beauty Council, have
The recently-transformed Bamford Wellness Spa in Gloucestershire has been recognised as the UK’s Best New
Active IQ has won the Exporter of the Year award at the sixth annual FAB
The PureGym app has been named the Health and Fitness App of the Year at
North America and Japan-based visitor attractions and businesses picked up 14 of the 19 Thea
Industry figure Vladi Kovanic has drawn on her diverse experience in the world of spa
Australian surf park operator URBNSurf and wave generating specialist Wavegarden are among the winners of
The winners of the World Spa and Wellness (WSW) Awards have been crowned as part
The creative geniuses behind the Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man darkride at Universal’s Islands of Adventure
Today (17 October) marks the first day of the annual World Spa and Wellness conference,
The Underlandet family attraction at Swedish theme park Liseberg has won the European Star Award
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HCM promotional features
Sponsored
We want our future sports centre to act as a co-location for health and wellbeing services, furthering our connections with GP referrals and digital health platforms
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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 partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
We are the new youth club, a social space for young people to connect
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, 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
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
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
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
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
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: Serco Leisure
Serco Leisure Operating Limited is one of the UK’s leading national operators of leisure centres, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Elevate
The UK's largest annual trade event dedicated to physical activity, health, and performance...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: Pioneering project boosts business in Basingstoke
A sports complex might not be your first thought when you’re looking for a peaceful and comfortable, drop-in workspace. However, that could soon change thanks to an innovative new project at Basingstoke Leisure Centre.
Featured press releases
The Health & Fitness Institute press release: The future of fitness education: The Health and Fitness Institute champions digital learning
The Health and Fitness Institute (THFI) is leading a revolutionary paradigm shift in fitness education by fully embracing digital learning.
Directory
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
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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