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equality news

The sport and physical activity sector "hasn't done enough" to tackle persisting inequalities within the
The Spa Business team has rounded up four recent webinars you may have missed to
A new initiative has been launched to engage and empower women working in the UK
Sport England has revealed the 16 projects which will share £1m worth of funding from
People from Black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) backgrounds are still far less likely to
Italy's culture minister Dario Franceschini has announced plans for a national museum dedicated to the
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Almost half of children and young people (46.8 per cent) in England are doing the
The number of UK adults classed as physically active has increased by 1 million in
Sportswear giant Nike is launching a programme which will support, empower and enable young people
The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has published the country's first ever
First, the good news. Women now account for 40 per cent of board members across
Rugby's world governing body has announced that its flagship Rugby World Cup properties will no
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
Giving low-pay workers more holidays and a guaranteed increase in wages would provide the British
A new national campaign looks to dispel negative perceptions about disability, inclusion and sport. Charity
World governing body FIFA has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the United Nations
Car manufacturer Škoda has teamed up with 10-time Paralympic champion Dame Sarah Storey to launch
FIFA and the French Development Agency (Agence Française de Développement, AFD) have signed a landmark
Goodison Park Stadium, the current home to Everton FC, has undergone major redevelopment work in
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Anne Biging, co-founder and CEO of Healing Hotels of the World, has been named ‘Woman
Enjoyment is the single biggest factor in motivating children to be active – while "physically
Increasing sports participation among women and girls will be one of the "cornerstones" of a
active-net is supporting the work of blood cancer charity, DKMS, by encouraging greater awareness of
Only 5 per cent of staff members are not white at Arts Council England (ACE)
Philip Newborough, co-founder of investment company Bridges Fund Management, has claimed that capitalism "risks losing
The US and Israeli governments have now officially withdrawn their respective countries’ memberships from Unesco,
A number of leisure industry people have been recognised in this year's New Year Honours
It’s no secret that humans need more than just a roof over their heads to
The Scottish government and sportscotland have made £300,000 worth of extra funding available for projects
Women in Football (WiF) has named Jane Purdon as its first ever chief executive. Purdon
Justin Welby – the Archbishop of Canterbury – has said that disability and accessibility should
An international design competition to determine who will design the first Garden City of the
Sport should focus on having more women leaders, in order to bring about cultural change
Odile Decq has led a protest today (25 May) at the Venice Architecture Biennale against
Pritzker laureate Alejandro Aravena has reflected on the impact of the 2016 Venice Architecture Biennale,
The shortlist for this year's Museum of the Year Award has been revealed, with the
FC Barcelona’s ambitious plan to create a vibrant district dedicated to the club and its
A number of activities and campaigns are taking place across the world today as part
The government’s new Integrated Communities Strategy Green Paper could present a funding opportunity for the
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has taken what it calls "concrete steps" to tackle gender
British Athletics has announced that eight of the world's top athletics nations will compete in
12,300
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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
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The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
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
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
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
HCM magazine
Research
Where we would have expected to see a decline in the neuromelanin signals, we saw an increase in nine out of ten people
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
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
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
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
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
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
Everyone's talking about
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
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

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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
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
We are the new youth club, a social space for young people to connect
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
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: PSLT Ltd
PSLT Fitness Solutions manufacture, remanufacture and buy back commercial gym equipment. We supply and maintain ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Wattbike
Wattbike is chosen by the world’s top sporting teams, elite athletes, coaches, plus hundreds of ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Zoom Media press release: Zoom Media launches ‘livegood' wellness channel to deliver in-club entertainment on consoles and screens
Zoom Media, a leading provider of digital media solutions for health clubs, has launched a proprietary wellness content channel called Livegood – a digital hub of health and wellness media.
Featured press releases
Power Plate UK press release: Power plate + red light therapy: life-changing ‘biostacking’
“We combine Power Plate and red light therapy in all our small group classes,” says Natt Summers, founder and owner of Accomplish Fitness in Hungerford, Berkshire.
Directory
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
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

equality news

The sport and physical activity sector "hasn't done enough" to tackle persisting inequalities within the
The Spa Business team has rounded up four recent webinars you may have missed to
A new initiative has been launched to engage and empower women working in the UK
Sport England has revealed the 16 projects which will share £1m worth of funding from
People from Black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) backgrounds are still far less likely to
Italy's culture minister Dario Franceschini has announced plans for a national museum dedicated to the
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Almost half of children and young people (46.8 per cent) in England are doing the
The number of UK adults classed as physically active has increased by 1 million in
Sportswear giant Nike is launching a programme which will support, empower and enable young people
The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has published the country's first ever
First, the good news. Women now account for 40 per cent of board members across
Rugby's world governing body has announced that its flagship Rugby World Cup properties will no
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
Giving low-pay workers more holidays and a guaranteed increase in wages would provide the British
A new national campaign looks to dispel negative perceptions about disability, inclusion and sport. Charity
World governing body FIFA has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the United Nations
Car manufacturer Škoda has teamed up with 10-time Paralympic champion Dame Sarah Storey to launch
FIFA and the French Development Agency (Agence Française de Développement, AFD) have signed a landmark
Goodison Park Stadium, the current home to Everton FC, has undergone major redevelopment work in
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Anne Biging, co-founder and CEO of Healing Hotels of the World, has been named ‘Woman
Enjoyment is the single biggest factor in motivating children to be active – while "physically
Increasing sports participation among women and girls will be one of the "cornerstones" of a
active-net is supporting the work of blood cancer charity, DKMS, by encouraging greater awareness of
Only 5 per cent of staff members are not white at Arts Council England (ACE)
Philip Newborough, co-founder of investment company Bridges Fund Management, has claimed that capitalism "risks losing
The US and Israeli governments have now officially withdrawn their respective countries’ memberships from Unesco,
A number of leisure industry people have been recognised in this year's New Year Honours
It’s no secret that humans need more than just a roof over their heads to
The Scottish government and sportscotland have made £300,000 worth of extra funding available for projects
Women in Football (WiF) has named Jane Purdon as its first ever chief executive. Purdon
Justin Welby – the Archbishop of Canterbury – has said that disability and accessibility should
An international design competition to determine who will design the first Garden City of the
Sport should focus on having more women leaders, in order to bring about cultural change
Odile Decq has led a protest today (25 May) at the Venice Architecture Biennale against
Pritzker laureate Alejandro Aravena has reflected on the impact of the 2016 Venice Architecture Biennale,
The shortlist for this year's Museum of the Year Award has been revealed, with the
FC Barcelona’s ambitious plan to create a vibrant district dedicated to the club and its
A number of activities and campaigns are taking place across the world today as part
The government’s new Integrated Communities Strategy Green Paper could present a funding opportunity for the
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has taken what it calls "concrete steps" to tackle gender
British Athletics has announced that eight of the world's top athletics nations will compete in
41 - 80 of 12,300
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 partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
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
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
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
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

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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
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
We are the new youth club, a social space for young people to connect
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
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: PSLT Ltd
PSLT Fitness Solutions manufacture, remanufacture and buy back commercial gym equipment. We supply and maintain ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Wattbike
Wattbike is chosen by the world’s top sporting teams, elite athletes, coaches, plus hundreds of ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Zoom Media press release: Zoom Media launches ‘livegood' wellness channel to deliver in-club entertainment on consoles and screens
Zoom Media, a leading provider of digital media solutions for health clubs, has launched a proprietary wellness content channel called Livegood – a digital hub of health and wellness media.
Featured press releases
Power Plate UK press release: Power plate + red light therapy: life-changing ‘biostacking’
“We combine Power Plate and red light therapy in all our small group classes,” says Natt Summers, founder and owner of Accomplish Fitness in Hungerford, Berkshire.
Directory
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
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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