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franchised news

3d Leisure has acquired franchised studio operator Yourzone45 from Elms Fitness Group for an undisclosed
Xponential Fitness has completed its initial public offering (IPO), becoming the second major franchised operator
Rainer Schaller, founder of budget gym megabrand McFIT, says that the global fitness industry will
Global boutique fitness giant, Xponential Fitness, has finally confirmed its plans for an initial public
Rainer Schaller Global Group (RSG Group) has opened a huge flagship Gold's Gym club in
Merlin Entertainments has revealed plans to open a new Madame Tussauds in the heart of
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Australian HIIT chain F45 Training has filed a notification to list on the New York
Rainer Schaller's RSG Group is bringing its John Reed brand of health clubs to the
Anytime Fitness UK has revealed that April was its busiest month for new memberships since
Jan Spaticchia, founder and chair of énergie Fitness has died aged 51 following a short
Global boutique fitness giant, Xponential Fitness, has refused to comment on rumours it's considering an
Boutique fitness behemoth Xponential Fitness has added boxing studio operator Rumble to its ever-growing portfolio
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
Snap Fitness has ended its agreement with its master franchisee for the UK and Ireland
Xponential Fitness has entered the Saudi Arabian gym market with the launch of five boutique
Following the death of Design Museum and Habitat-founder, Terence Conran, aged 88, we celebrate his
Franchised fitness business Xponential Fitness has secured a new market for its indoor cycling brand
Rainer Schaller, the founder of budget gym megabrand McFIT, has added iconic franchised chain Gold's
Greg Glassman, founder of CrossFit, has sold the fitness company to entrepreneur Eric Roza –
CrossFit founder and CEO, Greg Glassman, has resigned following a backlash over his controversial tweet
Health club chain 24 Hour Fitness has reopened some of its sites in Texas and
Franchised fitness giant Gold's Gym has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, as it struggles
Be Military Fit with Bear Grylls (BMF) will activate its network of ex-armed forces personnel
The rapidly expanding Six Senses business, recently acquired by InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) in a
Biomedical tech specialist InBody USA is launching a network of body composition analysis testing sites
Snap Fitness has made international expansion its priority for 2020, with plans to enter new
Gold's Gym completed 22 US franchise agreements and a total of 35 new openings worldwide
F45 is expanding its UK footprint with the launch of two new studios in Manchester.
Franchised gym chain UFC Gym is introducing compression recovery systems at some of its sites.
Franchised operator Planet Fitness has unveiled plans to expand its footprint into Australia. The first
US-based fitness franchise UFC Gym has opened its first European club. The 18,000sq ft (1,670sq
VivaFit has entered the Spanish fitness market with the opening of a studio in capital
Orangetheory Fitness has opened its 100th franchised site in Canada, seven years after it first
Lift Brands, the parent company of a portfolio of fitness companies, has appointed Weldon Spangler
Female-only fitness franchise Vivafit has opened its fifth studio in India – a 110sq m
Fitness Franchise F45 has signed a partnership deal with Everyone Active, which will see an
Boutique fitness franchise Spenga has opened two new locations as it looks to ramp up
Fitness franchise YourZone45 has concluded a second round of funding, as it prepares to expand
Franchised fitness giant Anytime Fitness has set out plans to open 25 new clubs in
Franchised fitness company UFC Gym has revealed details of its first UK club. The 18,000sq
Yoga studio operator Honor Yoga has revealed plans to expand its footprint and stretch its
12,300
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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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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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Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
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Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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.
HCM promotional features
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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
HCM magazine
Letters
This programme provides a clear pathway from a health service to a leisure centre
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
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
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
HCM magazine
Life lessons
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
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
News report
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
Insight
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
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
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
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
Go Fit’s value proposition is overwhelming. It makes us very attractive to a lot of people
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
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
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
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
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
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
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: Art of Cryo
Art of Cryo is a new division of a renowned family business with 30 years’ ...
Company profiles
Company profile: miha bodytec
Founded in 2007 in Gersthofen, Germany, miha bodytec is the market-leading supplier of Electro Muscle ...
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
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
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

franchised news

3d Leisure has acquired franchised studio operator Yourzone45 from Elms Fitness Group for an undisclosed
Xponential Fitness has completed its initial public offering (IPO), becoming the second major franchised operator
Rainer Schaller, founder of budget gym megabrand McFIT, says that the global fitness industry will
Global boutique fitness giant, Xponential Fitness, has finally confirmed its plans for an initial public
Rainer Schaller Global Group (RSG Group) has opened a huge flagship Gold's Gym club in
Merlin Entertainments has revealed plans to open a new Madame Tussauds in the heart of
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Australian HIIT chain F45 Training has filed a notification to list on the New York
Rainer Schaller's RSG Group is bringing its John Reed brand of health clubs to the
Anytime Fitness UK has revealed that April was its busiest month for new memberships since
Jan Spaticchia, founder and chair of énergie Fitness has died aged 51 following a short
Global boutique fitness giant, Xponential Fitness, has refused to comment on rumours it's considering an
Boutique fitness behemoth Xponential Fitness has added boxing studio operator Rumble to its ever-growing portfolio
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
Snap Fitness has ended its agreement with its master franchisee for the UK and Ireland
Xponential Fitness has entered the Saudi Arabian gym market with the launch of five boutique
Following the death of Design Museum and Habitat-founder, Terence Conran, aged 88, we celebrate his
Franchised fitness business Xponential Fitness has secured a new market for its indoor cycling brand
Rainer Schaller, the founder of budget gym megabrand McFIT, has added iconic franchised chain Gold's
Greg Glassman, founder of CrossFit, has sold the fitness company to entrepreneur Eric Roza –
CrossFit founder and CEO, Greg Glassman, has resigned following a backlash over his controversial tweet
Health club chain 24 Hour Fitness has reopened some of its sites in Texas and
Franchised fitness giant Gold's Gym has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, as it struggles
Be Military Fit with Bear Grylls (BMF) will activate its network of ex-armed forces personnel
The rapidly expanding Six Senses business, recently acquired by InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) in a
Biomedical tech specialist InBody USA is launching a network of body composition analysis testing sites
Snap Fitness has made international expansion its priority for 2020, with plans to enter new
Gold's Gym completed 22 US franchise agreements and a total of 35 new openings worldwide
F45 is expanding its UK footprint with the launch of two new studios in Manchester.
Franchised gym chain UFC Gym is introducing compression recovery systems at some of its sites.
Franchised operator Planet Fitness has unveiled plans to expand its footprint into Australia. The first
US-based fitness franchise UFC Gym has opened its first European club. The 18,000sq ft (1,670sq
VivaFit has entered the Spanish fitness market with the opening of a studio in capital
Orangetheory Fitness has opened its 100th franchised site in Canada, seven years after it first
Lift Brands, the parent company of a portfolio of fitness companies, has appointed Weldon Spangler
Female-only fitness franchise Vivafit has opened its fifth studio in India – a 110sq m
Fitness Franchise F45 has signed a partnership deal with Everyone Active, which will see an
Boutique fitness franchise Spenga has opened two new locations as it looks to ramp up
Fitness franchise YourZone45 has concluded a second round of funding, as it prepares to expand
Franchised fitness giant Anytime Fitness has set out plans to open 25 new clubs in
Franchised fitness company UFC Gym has revealed details of its first UK club. The 18,000sq
Yoga studio operator Honor Yoga has revealed plans to expand its footprint and stretch its
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
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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
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
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
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
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
Go Fit’s value proposition is overwhelming. It makes us very attractive to a lot of people
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
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
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
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
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
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
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: Art of Cryo
Art of Cryo is a new division of a renowned family business with 30 years’ ...
Company profiles
Company profile: miha bodytec
Founded in 2007 in Gersthofen, Germany, miha bodytec is the market-leading supplier of Electro Muscle ...
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
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
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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