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whales news

California has brought a ruling into place banning the breeding of orcas and orca entertainment
Maui Ocean Center – the largest tropical reef aquarium in the Western Hemisphere – has
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has proposed a ban on human contact with Hawaiian
Ningaloo Marine Park in Western Australia is trialling swimming experiences with humpback whales, which the
SeaWorld CEO Joel Manby did not anticipate having to put an end to orca captivity
SeaWorld’s first attraction outside of North America will be its first not to include killer
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions
SeaWorld CEO Joel Manby has addressed the possibility of seaside sanctuaries for its whales, stating
A new US-based non-profit organisation is planning to build a home for retired and rescued
Despite making a number of positive moves to redefine itself as a park that cares
SeaWorld has announced that it is ending orca captivity at its parks. The operator has
Attendances and revenues at SeaWorld attractions during 2015 were reported as almost the same as
SeaWorld has reached an agreement with California state regulators over allegations that the operator’s San
Elevate
Elevate
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, a W3Fit EMEA, is heading
SeaWorld CEO Joel Manby has revealed plans for new rides focusing on combining fun and
SeaWorld Entertainment's new CEO Joel Manby has revealed details about the company's plans, which involve
SeaWorld Entertainment has unveiled its latest attraction – the Cobra’s Curse rollercoaster – coming to
SeaWorld continues to struggle in the wake of Blackfish as profits for the operator’s parks
SeaWorld Entertainment has announced its intention to challenge the decision of the California Coastal Commission
The California Coastal Commission has granted SeaWorld planning permission to expand its Orca facility in
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
A US federal judge has blocked the controversial importation of 18 captured beluga whales off
The California Coastal Commission – an independent, quasi-judicial government agency – has recommended SeaWorld’s expansion
The largest aquarium in Russia and one of the largest in all of Europe has
A new accreditation scheme recognising areas of the world considered to be centres of excellence
SeaWorld has attributed an 84 per cent drop in profits to its ongoing PR push
With SeaWorld currently under fire for keeping orcas in captivity, a new study has suggested
Days after voting to ban the use of dolphins captured during the controversial Taiji dolphin
Plans by Georgia Aquarium to import 18 beluga whales have met with stern opposition from
The captive cetacean debate has reared its head again following the death of a beluga
The debate on whether or not cetaceans should be kept in captivity continues to rage
A new aquarium is being set up at Moscow’s VDNKh exhibition centre as part of
The saga between Vancouver Aquarium and the city’s Park Board over the aquarium’s right to
The Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta is seeking federal permission to bring 18 beluga whales, captured
As a reaction to lagging attendance, tumbling shares and a backlash of negative publicity in
The effects of the documentary Blackfish are plain to see for SeaWorld, as shares in
Vancouver Aquarium will be allowed to keep whales and dolphins in captivity, but must not
Vancouver Aquarium representatives will appear before the Vancouver Park Board on 26 July in a
Andy Murray’s five-star hotel in Scotland has removed references to hunting from its website after
Amid recent controversy over housing whales and dolphins in aquarium settings, Vancouver Aquarium’s CEO John
In the wake of CNN’s controversial documentary Blackfish, state legislation that could come into effect
Humpback whales and other species from the local environment are among the displays at Australia's
Artist prints have been released this week to raise funds for a proposed whale museum
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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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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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University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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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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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
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HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
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Interview
Go Fit is spreading its wings, with a five-year plan for growth and new projects already under construction in Italy. Its new CEO speaks to Kate Cracknell
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Research
New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
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Insight
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
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Letters
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
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HCM People

Belinda Steward

MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure
We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate
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HCM magazine
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
We introduced good mood messaging, communicating the idea of exercise being ‘for the feeling’
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers according to the 11th annual European Health & Fitness Market Report 2024 from Deloitte and EuropeActive, as Karsten Hollasch reports
HCM magazine
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
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HCM People

Jen Holland

CEO: Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
HCM magazine
When a hefty round of investment coincided with the pandemic, the CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs feared the company – founded by his grandfather – would go down on his watch. He talks to Kath Hudson about the pressure to keep the business afloat
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Phil Heath, 7x Mr Olympia, shares machine-only leg workout routine
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions about bodybuilding without machines. Should bodybuilders be limited to just free weights? Why?
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Company profiles
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ABC Trainerize press release: New ABC Trainerize Webinar: How to earn more with clients and members you already have
ABC Trainerize, a leading software platform for the fitness industry, recently ran a webinar for studio and gym owners on how to increase gym revenue with Gym Launch CEO, Cale Owen.
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04-07 Nov 2024
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whales news

California has brought a ruling into place banning the breeding of orcas and orca entertainment
Maui Ocean Center – the largest tropical reef aquarium in the Western Hemisphere – has
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has proposed a ban on human contact with Hawaiian
Ningaloo Marine Park in Western Australia is trialling swimming experiences with humpback whales, which the
SeaWorld CEO Joel Manby did not anticipate having to put an end to orca captivity
SeaWorld’s first attraction outside of North America will be its first not to include killer
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions
SeaWorld CEO Joel Manby has addressed the possibility of seaside sanctuaries for its whales, stating
A new US-based non-profit organisation is planning to build a home for retired and rescued
Despite making a number of positive moves to redefine itself as a park that cares
SeaWorld has announced that it is ending orca captivity at its parks. The operator has
Attendances and revenues at SeaWorld attractions during 2015 were reported as almost the same as
SeaWorld has reached an agreement with California state regulators over allegations that the operator’s San
Elevate
Elevate
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, a W3Fit EMEA, is heading
SeaWorld CEO Joel Manby has revealed plans for new rides focusing on combining fun and
SeaWorld Entertainment's new CEO Joel Manby has revealed details about the company's plans, which involve
SeaWorld Entertainment has unveiled its latest attraction – the Cobra’s Curse rollercoaster – coming to
SeaWorld continues to struggle in the wake of Blackfish as profits for the operator’s parks
SeaWorld Entertainment has announced its intention to challenge the decision of the California Coastal Commission
The California Coastal Commission has granted SeaWorld planning permission to expand its Orca facility in
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
A US federal judge has blocked the controversial importation of 18 captured beluga whales off
The California Coastal Commission – an independent, quasi-judicial government agency – has recommended SeaWorld’s expansion
The largest aquarium in Russia and one of the largest in all of Europe has
A new accreditation scheme recognising areas of the world considered to be centres of excellence
SeaWorld has attributed an 84 per cent drop in profits to its ongoing PR push
With SeaWorld currently under fire for keeping orcas in captivity, a new study has suggested
Days after voting to ban the use of dolphins captured during the controversial Taiji dolphin
Plans by Georgia Aquarium to import 18 beluga whales have met with stern opposition from
The captive cetacean debate has reared its head again following the death of a beluga
The debate on whether or not cetaceans should be kept in captivity continues to rage
A new aquarium is being set up at Moscow’s VDNKh exhibition centre as part of
The saga between Vancouver Aquarium and the city’s Park Board over the aquarium’s right to
The Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta is seeking federal permission to bring 18 beluga whales, captured
As a reaction to lagging attendance, tumbling shares and a backlash of negative publicity in
The effects of the documentary Blackfish are plain to see for SeaWorld, as shares in
Vancouver Aquarium will be allowed to keep whales and dolphins in captivity, but must not
Vancouver Aquarium representatives will appear before the Vancouver Park Board on 26 July in a
Andy Murray’s five-star hotel in Scotland has removed references to hunting from its website after
Amid recent controversy over housing whales and dolphins in aquarium settings, Vancouver Aquarium’s CEO John
In the wake of CNN’s controversial documentary Blackfish, state legislation that could come into effect
Humpback whales and other species from the local environment are among the displays at Australia's
Artist prints have been released this week to raise funds for a proposed whale museum
41 - 80 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Coaching workshops from Keith Smith and Adam Daniel have been designed to empower your team and transform your service
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
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
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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
HCM magazine
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
We introduced good mood messaging, communicating the idea of exercise being ‘for the feeling’
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers according to the 11th annual European Health & Fitness Market Report 2024 from Deloitte and EuropeActive, as Karsten Hollasch reports
HCM magazine
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jen Holland

CEO: Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
HCM magazine
When a hefty round of investment coincided with the pandemic, the CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs feared the company – founded by his grandfather – would go down on his watch. He talks to Kath Hudson about the pressure to keep the business afloat
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Phil Heath, 7x Mr Olympia, shares machine-only leg workout routine
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions about bodybuilding without machines. Should bodybuilders be limited to just free weights? Why?
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: W3Fit EMEA’s innovative programme sets sail for Sardinia, Italy
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, W3Fit EMEA, is heading to the Chia Laguna resort in Sardinia from 8-11 October.
Company profiles
Company profile: Perfect Gym Solutions S.A.
Perfect Gym is a global software provider specialising in fitness and recreation facility management solutions. ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Xplor Gym
Xplor Gym is an all-in-one gym management software with embedded payments & integrated access control ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
CoverMe Ltd press release: Roehampton Club raises the bar for class cover with CoverMe
Roehampton Club is an exclusive club in south London catering for 5,000 members, which prides itself on delivering exceptional fitness experiences.
Featured press releases
ABC Trainerize press release: New ABC Trainerize Webinar: How to earn more with clients and members you already have
ABC Trainerize, a leading software platform for the fitness industry, recently ran a webinar for studio and gym owners on how to increase gym revenue with Gym Launch CEO, Cale Owen.
Directory
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
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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