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technologies news

Power-assisted exercise specialist Innerva has teamed up with academics and technology providers to launch Planet
Inside a historical palace once owned by the Colonna family – one of the oldest
Medical skin-tech brand FAQ Swiss – owned by Foreo – has expanded its collection with
Italian spa and wellness design firm Studio Apostoli has been appointed to help renovate a
Today's wellness brands face the challenge of delivering authentic experiences that capture the hearts and
Dior has launched a brand new wellness retreat at the iconic Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc in
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Alina Hernandez, Michael Schummert and Enrico Della Casa have been appointed by Gharieni Group CEO
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) is gearing up to host its second annual Wellness Real
Nancy Griffin, founder of podcast Glowing Older and principal of Contento Marketing, has launched an
Collagen is a macromolecule… it can’t cross the dermis when applied topically, so, why would
A US$1bn museum funded by legendary director, George Lucas, will look to become the world's
Swiss health and wellness brand Clinique La Prairie has opened a Longevity Hub at The
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
Luxury lifestyle brand Bamford is launching a private members club on the same site as
Gharieni's innovative market-leading touchless technologies take spa customers on journeys at the forefront of the
The government’s energy relief for swimming pools, leisure centres and gyms is scheduled to end
Achieving success takes tenacity. The right partners and processes are vital. What do successful gyms
Aromatherapy Associates and Fashionizer Spa have once again collaborated on branded staff uniforms. The new
Natural History Museum has embarked on a project which will turn the iconic museum's London
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
The Festival of Light returned to Longleat Safari & Adventure Park in Wiltshire, UK, at
Luxury fitness chain Equinox has hit the headlines with a new year membership campaign that
A new sleep mask, which can track eye movements, including REM, during sleep, will be
Resort developer and operator Kerzner International has announced its new wellbeing- and fitness-centric hospitality brand
UK Health and Fitness operators' level of engagement with technology has been researched for the
A new regenerative tourism and development conference will take place at Palmas de Cortez Hotel
Black Friday, which falls on 25 November, will be one of the busiest retail days
Sport for Health, a collaboration between The World Health Organization (WHO), FIFA and Qatar’s Ministry
The Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser experience at Walt Disney World, Orlando, is among the winners
The complete agenda for the 2022 Global Wellness Summit (GWS) taking place in Tel Aviv,
The International Spa Association (ISPA) has named Technogym CEO and founder Nerio Alessandri as the
A 1km-long zipline, offering riders speeds of 120km/h, is set to open in Iceland later
Happy Health, a mental health-focused tech company, has announced a US$60m series-A round, led by
The powerful connection between healthy skin and body movement serves as the driving force behind
Swiss health and medical spa operator Clinique La Prairie (CLP) is planning to open a
The RLX Aurasens Experience Lounger is the latest launch from spa and wellness equipment supplier
It was a night to remember at the 2022 ukactive Awards for Parkwood Leisure, as
The Jorvik Group has been named a ‘leading light’ for its digital strategy, which helped
ABBA, the 70s icons behind hits such as Dancing Queen and Mamma Mia, has returned
A new urban wellness sanctuary has opened in the heart of Florence, Italy, inspired by
Svart Eiendom AS, owner and developer of Svart, one of the world’s first energy-positive hotels,
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) will host its 2022 conference in Tel Aviv, Israel, from
12,300
HCM promotional features
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We saw a 58 per cent growth in companies launching one of our schemes from 2022 to 2023, which demonstrates prioritisation of employee health and wellbeing
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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 partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
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
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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
HCM People
Founder, Physique 57
Say no to anything that isn’t critically important to executing your business strategy and be aware that rapid growth is overrated
HCM magazine
Interview
Franchise business Orangetheory Fitness is merging with Self Esteem Brands and is on a long-term path to 10,000 units globally, its CEO and co-founder tells Kate Cracknell
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Letters
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
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
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
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
Insight
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
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
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
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
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
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
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
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Study Active acquires Premier Global name and select branding assets
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
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Company profiles
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As a family-owned business built on strong family values, Parkwood Leisure takes pride in offering ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Spivi
Spivi is an immersive fitness gamification platform that helps gym operators to achieve better retention ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Absolute Performance press release: Absolute Performance extends partnership with Team GB athlete Nekoda Smythe-Davis
Absolute Performance, the elite gym design and installation company, is thrilled to announce the continuation of its partnership with multi-medal-winning Team GB olympian Nekoda Smythe- Davis.
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.
Directory
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
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

technologies news

Power-assisted exercise specialist Innerva has teamed up with academics and technology providers to launch Planet
Inside a historical palace once owned by the Colonna family – one of the oldest
Medical skin-tech brand FAQ Swiss – owned by Foreo – has expanded its collection with
Italian spa and wellness design firm Studio Apostoli has been appointed to help renovate a
Today's wellness brands face the challenge of delivering authentic experiences that capture the hearts and
Dior has launched a brand new wellness retreat at the iconic Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc in
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Alina Hernandez, Michael Schummert and Enrico Della Casa have been appointed by Gharieni Group CEO
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) is gearing up to host its second annual Wellness Real
Nancy Griffin, founder of podcast Glowing Older and principal of Contento Marketing, has launched an
Collagen is a macromolecule… it can’t cross the dermis when applied topically, so, why would
A US$1bn museum funded by legendary director, George Lucas, will look to become the world's
Swiss health and wellness brand Clinique La Prairie has opened a Longevity Hub at The
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
Luxury lifestyle brand Bamford is launching a private members club on the same site as
Gharieni's innovative market-leading touchless technologies take spa customers on journeys at the forefront of the
The government’s energy relief for swimming pools, leisure centres and gyms is scheduled to end
Achieving success takes tenacity. The right partners and processes are vital. What do successful gyms
Aromatherapy Associates and Fashionizer Spa have once again collaborated on branded staff uniforms. The new
Natural History Museum has embarked on a project which will turn the iconic museum's London
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
The Festival of Light returned to Longleat Safari & Adventure Park in Wiltshire, UK, at
Luxury fitness chain Equinox has hit the headlines with a new year membership campaign that
A new sleep mask, which can track eye movements, including REM, during sleep, will be
Resort developer and operator Kerzner International has announced its new wellbeing- and fitness-centric hospitality brand
UK Health and Fitness operators' level of engagement with technology has been researched for the
A new regenerative tourism and development conference will take place at Palmas de Cortez Hotel
Black Friday, which falls on 25 November, will be one of the busiest retail days
Sport for Health, a collaboration between The World Health Organization (WHO), FIFA and Qatar’s Ministry
The Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser experience at Walt Disney World, Orlando, is among the winners
The complete agenda for the 2022 Global Wellness Summit (GWS) taking place in Tel Aviv,
The International Spa Association (ISPA) has named Technogym CEO and founder Nerio Alessandri as the
A 1km-long zipline, offering riders speeds of 120km/h, is set to open in Iceland later
Happy Health, a mental health-focused tech company, has announced a US$60m series-A round, led by
The powerful connection between healthy skin and body movement serves as the driving force behind
Swiss health and medical spa operator Clinique La Prairie (CLP) is planning to open a
The RLX Aurasens Experience Lounger is the latest launch from spa and wellness equipment supplier
It was a night to remember at the 2022 ukactive Awards for Parkwood Leisure, as
The Jorvik Group has been named a ‘leading light’ for its digital strategy, which helped
ABBA, the 70s icons behind hits such as Dancing Queen and Mamma Mia, has returned
A new urban wellness sanctuary has opened in the heart of Florence, Italy, inspired by
Svart Eiendom AS, owner and developer of Svart, one of the world’s first energy-positive hotels,
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) will host its 2022 conference in Tel Aviv, Israel, from
41 - 80 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
We saw a 58 per cent growth in companies launching one of our schemes from 2022 to 2023, which demonstrates prioritisation of employee health and wellbeing
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
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
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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
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
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
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
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
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Study Active acquires Premier Global name and select branding assets
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
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: Parkwood Leisure
As a family-owned business built on strong family values, Parkwood Leisure takes pride in offering ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Spivi
Spivi is an immersive fitness gamification platform that helps gym operators to achieve better retention ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Absolute Performance press release: Absolute Performance extends partnership with Team GB athlete Nekoda Smythe-Davis
Absolute Performance, the elite gym design and installation company, is thrilled to announce the continuation of its partnership with multi-medal-winning Team GB olympian Nekoda Smythe- Davis.
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.
Directory
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
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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