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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

start-up news

Shares in Peloton have fallen 14 per cent below their initial value since the company
Picsolve, a leader in photo and video capture for the attractions industry, has acquired Belgium-based
CoachAi, a virtual companion that interacts with members through their smartphones, has been declared the
Huw Edwards, acting CEO of ukactive, has called for a "cultural shift" across government, in
Sports psychologist Jeremy Snape and Olympic gold medallist Amy Williams are among the keynote speakers
Sport England CEO Tim Hollingsworth has called on sport and physical activity providers to follow
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
Gyms and boutique studios will need to marry elements such as gamification and virtual reality
Shapewatch's 3D body visualisation system has been recognised as one of the leading start-ups in
Steven Ward will step down from his role as ukactive CEO in April 2019, after
Andy Tee, co-founder of boutique fitness studio V1BE, has revealed plans to expand the concept
A record number of international startups have entered the ActiveLab accelerator programme – strengthening the
The Glion Institute of Higher Education in Switzerland will host a three-day conference on Innovation
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
UK start-up SwipeStation has developed an innovative app-based solution that claims to shorten queue times
Fitness tech start-up Shapewatch has developed a body visualisation tool that enables users to track
Canadian tech company AEXOS (Advanced Exoskeletal Systems) has developed an innovative compression shirt that is
Fitness industry analyst Ray Algar has taken up a non-executive strategic advisory role at fitness
John Treharne, founder of The Gym Group, will step down from his role as CEO
Virtuagym, provider of a cloud-based fitness software platform and mobile apps, has secured €6m (US$7m,
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
When setting up a new gym or expanding an existing business, the purchasing of fitness
More than 50 leading technology firms have teamed up as part of a £1bn (US$1.38bn,
Emerging fitness technologies could be the "cradle to grave game-changer" for public health in the
Britain’s most successful female Olympian, Laura Kenny, has been announced as one of the keynote
Ukactive has named the 11 fitness tech disruptors that have made it to the industry
Sport England has published its latest Active Lives Adult Survey (ALAS), which shows that 27.7
A new four-day “celebration of physical activity” – combining a conference, awards night and a
Staff retention, leadership culture, professionalisation and quality standards will come under the microscope at this
Global spa consultancy Raison d’Etre has launched a Think Tank for Wellness to provide tools
International design practice Conran and Partners have announced the launch of a studio in Hong
London’s position in the global city destination rankings is set to fall over the next
From secret music events for fitness to sports heatmaps and AI coaches, 16 innovative start-ups
International developer Knight Dragon has unveiled its plans for a new London leisure district featuring
For 40 years, PHYTOMER Research & Development teams have been discovering the most effective marine
Community groups, sports clubs and businesses have the chance to bid for a portion of
With just two weeks to go until Elevate 2017, a number of expert industry professionals
San Francisco-based tech start-up Motiv introduced an innovative sleep tracking device which doubles as a
Ronald van der Vis, chairman of low-cost European fitness firm Basic-Fit, will step down next
On 5 April, Soho House New York will host Curated Conversation: Self-Care For Leaders –
An increase in demand for children’s swimming lessons in China has opened the door for
Free-roam multiplayer VR provider Zero Latency has announced multiple new arenas, in Greater Boston, Massachusetts,
St Louis could become home to a purpose-built 20,000-capacity soccer stadium after a Missouri-based consortium
12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Recent work includes a gym refurb for a number of Everyone Active sites and a full range of merchandise for the Oxford vs Cambridge Boat Race
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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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
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 New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
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
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
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
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
Design
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
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
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
We already have an incredible organisation, but we’re humble enough to recognise there are still areas for continued improvement
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
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
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sue Anstiss' Game Changers podcast headed for Elevate 2024
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording of The Game Changers Podcast with Sue Anstiss, CEO of Fearless Women.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Group exercise complaints now a thing of the past for Reynolds Group
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group thanks to its partnership with CoverMe, a digital platform that simplifies group exercise and PT management for clubs and instructors.
Company profiles
Company profile: The Health and Fitness Institute
All fitness education providers currently out there are one and the same. They vary in ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Serco Leisure
Serco Leisure Operating Limited is one of the UK’s leading national operators of leisure centres, ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: Innovative new partnership will see national roll-out of VR Esports Platform across UK leisure centres
Active Reality, a leader in Virtual Reality Freeroam Esports Arenas and GLL, the UK’s largest operator of municipal leisure centres, have today (3rd May 24) announced an innovative new partnership that will see a national roll out of gaming technologies within leisure centres across the country.
Featured press releases
KeepMe press release: Keepme unveils Fitness Marketers' Cheat Sheet containing AI strategies for fitness professionals
Keepme has announced the release of its newest addition to its Best Practice Series: the "Fitness Marketers' Cheat Sheet."
Directory
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
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

start-up news

Shares in Peloton have fallen 14 per cent below their initial value since the company
Picsolve, a leader in photo and video capture for the attractions industry, has acquired Belgium-based
CoachAi, a virtual companion that interacts with members through their smartphones, has been declared the
Huw Edwards, acting CEO of ukactive, has called for a "cultural shift" across government, in
Sports psychologist Jeremy Snape and Olympic gold medallist Amy Williams are among the keynote speakers
Sport England CEO Tim Hollingsworth has called on sport and physical activity providers to follow
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
Gyms and boutique studios will need to marry elements such as gamification and virtual reality
Shapewatch's 3D body visualisation system has been recognised as one of the leading start-ups in
Steven Ward will step down from his role as ukactive CEO in April 2019, after
Andy Tee, co-founder of boutique fitness studio V1BE, has revealed plans to expand the concept
A record number of international startups have entered the ActiveLab accelerator programme – strengthening the
The Glion Institute of Higher Education in Switzerland will host a three-day conference on Innovation
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
UK start-up SwipeStation has developed an innovative app-based solution that claims to shorten queue times
Fitness tech start-up Shapewatch has developed a body visualisation tool that enables users to track
Canadian tech company AEXOS (Advanced Exoskeletal Systems) has developed an innovative compression shirt that is
Fitness industry analyst Ray Algar has taken up a non-executive strategic advisory role at fitness
John Treharne, founder of The Gym Group, will step down from his role as CEO
Virtuagym, provider of a cloud-based fitness software platform and mobile apps, has secured €6m (US$7m,
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
When setting up a new gym or expanding an existing business, the purchasing of fitness
More than 50 leading technology firms have teamed up as part of a £1bn (US$1.38bn,
Emerging fitness technologies could be the "cradle to grave game-changer" for public health in the
Britain’s most successful female Olympian, Laura Kenny, has been announced as one of the keynote
Ukactive has named the 11 fitness tech disruptors that have made it to the industry
Sport England has published its latest Active Lives Adult Survey (ALAS), which shows that 27.7
A new four-day “celebration of physical activity” – combining a conference, awards night and a
Staff retention, leadership culture, professionalisation and quality standards will come under the microscope at this
Global spa consultancy Raison d’Etre has launched a Think Tank for Wellness to provide tools
International design practice Conran and Partners have announced the launch of a studio in Hong
London’s position in the global city destination rankings is set to fall over the next
From secret music events for fitness to sports heatmaps and AI coaches, 16 innovative start-ups
International developer Knight Dragon has unveiled its plans for a new London leisure district featuring
For 40 years, PHYTOMER Research & Development teams have been discovering the most effective marine
Community groups, sports clubs and businesses have the chance to bid for a portion of
With just two weeks to go until Elevate 2017, a number of expert industry professionals
San Francisco-based tech start-up Motiv introduced an innovative sleep tracking device which doubles as a
Ronald van der Vis, chairman of low-cost European fitness firm Basic-Fit, will step down next
On 5 April, Soho House New York will host Curated Conversation: Self-Care For Leaders –
An increase in demand for children’s swimming lessons in China has opened the door for
Free-roam multiplayer VR provider Zero Latency has announced multiple new arenas, in Greater Boston, Massachusetts,
St Louis could become home to a purpose-built 20,000-capacity soccer stadium after a Missouri-based consortium
41 - 80 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Recent work includes a gym refurb for a number of Everyone Active sites and a full range of merchandise for the Oxford vs Cambridge Boat Race
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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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
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 New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
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
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
We already have an incredible organisation, but we’re humble enough to recognise there are still areas for continued improvement
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
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
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sue Anstiss' Game Changers podcast headed for Elevate 2024
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording of The Game Changers Podcast with Sue Anstiss, CEO of Fearless Women.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Group exercise complaints now a thing of the past for Reynolds Group
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group thanks to its partnership with CoverMe, a digital platform that simplifies group exercise and PT management for clubs and instructors.
Company profiles
Company profile: The Health and Fitness Institute
All fitness education providers currently out there are one and the same. They vary in ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Serco Leisure
Serco Leisure Operating Limited is one of the UK’s leading national operators of leisure centres, ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: Innovative new partnership will see national roll-out of VR Esports Platform across UK leisure centres
Active Reality, a leader in Virtual Reality Freeroam Esports Arenas and GLL, the UK’s largest operator of municipal leisure centres, have today (3rd May 24) announced an innovative new partnership that will see a national roll out of gaming technologies within leisure centres across the country.
Featured press releases
KeepMe press release: Keepme unveils Fitness Marketers' Cheat Sheet containing AI strategies for fitness professionals
Keepme has announced the release of its newest addition to its Best Practice Series: the "Fitness Marketers' Cheat Sheet."
Directory
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
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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