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Active IQ has been acquired by educational charity NCFE from its parent company, US-based Ascend
Themed scent company AromaPrime has released its top 10 ‘weird and wacky’ smells over the
The National Trust has appointed design and build practice Sarner to create a new immersive
Immersive cinema specialist SimEx-Iwerks, which celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2023, has created its first
The first-ever Real Madrid-themed experience is set to open in Dubai next year. A partnership
Attractions developer Simworx has teamed up with themed entertainment designers Katapult to design a cops
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
ishga, a skincare and spa brand specialising in organic seaweed products, has unveiled a retail
The Royal Parks Half Marathon has named London Marathon Events as its new delivery partner.
Xponential Fitness has signed a Master Franchise Agreement with Kuwaiti real estate company Aqarat for
Sea World will open new major rides at each of its three parks in early
Salt Ayre Leisure Centre, run by Lancaster City Council, has received two brand new training
Kings Island theme park in Ohio, US, is adding a new area, called Adventure Port,
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
Falcon’s Beyond has revealed further details for a theme park it is developing in Punta
Disney is developing an augmented reality (AR) ride which could offer riders 3D experiences without
The world's first visitor attraction featuring IP owned by hugely popular Studio Ghibli is set
The iconic Battersea Power Station on the south bank of the River Thames, London, UK,
A global pandemic, a war in Ukraine and the repercussions of climate change are just
Keiser has announced the release of an all-new version of its popular M Series cardio
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
In the fast-paced world of fitness and wellness, where high-intensity workouts push us to our
Xponential Fitness has entered a five-year licensing agreement with Princess Cruises that gives guests access
Barry’s has launched a HIIT spin and strength class called Ride in New York City.
Codelocks has launched its first glass door smart lock to bring intelligent access control to
A 1km-long zipline, offering riders speeds of 120km/h, is set to open in Iceland later
Triotech has secured a deal to supply its interactive ride technology for the SAGA Experience,
A Tangled -themed family ride is among a range of new attractions revealed for the
Merlin Entertainments has secured a contract to operate Blackpool Sandcastle, the UK's largest indoor waterpark.
Europa-Park is preparing for the launch of a new restaurant which will literally offer guests
Active Nation has released a new app, Active Nation Anywhere, which offers over a thousand
Orangetheory has introduced a new AI-powered heart-rate tracking system called MaxHR to boost the personalisation
It's been revealed that SoulCycle's recent decision to close around 20 of its 82 studios
Visuals have been released for the new Jumanji-themed land at Chessington World of Adventures in
The wild sounds of the natural world have been captured to create the Swell Room,
Fabland Valley Resort in Xiangyang in the Province of Hubei, China has opened its new
The Aussie World theme park on Australia’s Sunshine Coast has launched its first rollercoaster. The
The Titanic Deluxe Golf Belek resort in Antalya, Turkey, has launched the world’s first Rift
Disneyland Paris has hosted a soft opening of its new Avengers Campus Paris, ahead of
Edinburgh’s new Meadowbank Sports Centre has opened after a five-year, £47m build which saw the
FlowRider, the stationary wave machine pioneer, has undergone a rebrand for the first time since
Liseberg theme park in Sweden has confirmed the opening date for its new Grand Curiosa
Boutique fitness chain 1Rebel opens the doors to its tenth club today (Monday 27 June
Lucknam Park Hotel & Spa in Chippenham, UK, is partnering with skincare brand 111Skin and
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Teca StandUp is an exciting line, bringing something genuinely new to gyms
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At the heart of the Sydney Swans new headquarters in Australia is an elite player-focused training facility by strength equipment specialist BLK BOX
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Life Fitness has reimagined cardio with the launch of its Symbio line which has been designed with advanced biomechanics and offers deep levels of customisation
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Sustainability in the fitness industry is coming on in leaps and bounds as more operators refurbish their gym equipment to save money and the planet
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
A major refurbishment of Sport Ireland Fitness by Technogym has created a world-class public gym at the home of Irish sport
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
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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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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Life lessons
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
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Everyone's talking about
Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
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Insight
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
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Insight
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
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Research
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
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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
HCM magazine
Immediate rewards can motivate people to exercise more, according to new research, reports Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
When retailer, the €11 billion-a-year Colruyt Group, decided to get into the health club market, the plan was to fully integrate its entire business using customer insight data. The results are remarkable
HCM magazine
New research from UCLA Health looked at the impact of Kundalini yoga on memory and found a significant impact, finds Megan Whitby
HCM magazine
Steph Eaves looks at how health assessment devices are evolving to keep up with industry trends
HCM magazine
As more trans women, trans men and non-binary people join health clubs, it’s time to work out a system where everyone feels included, protected and safe in the locker room. Kath Hudson reports
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AI has the potential to support people in making healthy lifestyle changes if its algorithms can be updated to understand the different stages of motivation, as Jodi Heckel reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Mark Tweedie

Associate, Miova
I’d love to see a national wellness service working hand in glove with NHS primary care
HCM magazine
Appointed president of Xponential Fitness when she was only 34, Sarah Luna attributes her career success to the grit, determination and stamina she honed as a dancer by day and Pilates teacher by night. She talks to Kath Hudson about how owning her choices has given her the resilience to take on one of the top jobs in the US fitness industry, while also raising a family
HCM magazine
HCM People

Mariah Rooney

Founder, Trauma Informed Weight Lifting
When people experience early life trauma it impacts their bodies and nervous systems. I became curious about how lifting weights could help them have the experience of strength
HCM magazine
We’re aiming to reach 50-70 gyms by mid-2027, some in supermarkets
HCM magazine
It’s time to start the conversation about pelvic health. It’s not just menopausal women who have challenges: young women and men can also experience issues they’re too embarrassed to discuss or seek help for, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Empower your team, transform your service – elevate with coaching workshops
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional facilities but also in cultivating meaningful interactions with members.
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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?
Company profiles
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Company profiles
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The UK's largest annual trade event dedicated to physical activity, health, and performance...
Supplier Showcases
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Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: Olympic Legacy Operators GLL Proud to Fly the Flag for UK Netball
Great news for GLL’s successful association with the UK’s Professional Netball scene came this week with the announcement that England Netball and Netball Superleague (NSL) stars London Pulse – who are based at Copper Box Arena (CBA) - will be one of eight clubs participating in the relaunched League from 2025.
Featured press releases
Matrix Fitness UK press release: Where function meets flexibility; Matrix Fitness launch new Connexus series
Matrix Fitness, one of the world’s fastest-growing commercial fitness brands, has launched a new Connexus Series to make functional training more flexible.
Directory
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Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
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SpaBooker: Spa software
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Property & Tenders
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30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
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Drayton Manor Theme Park & Resort, Tamworth, United Kingdom
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08-08 Jun 2024
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11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
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12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
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03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
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08-10 Sep 2024
Wyndham® Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs™ Resort, Lake Buena Vista, United States
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19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
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20-22 Sep 2024
Locations worldwide,
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01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
09-13 Oct 2024
Soneva Fushi, Maldives
Diary dates
10 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London,
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22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
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24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
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04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
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Ride news

Active IQ has been acquired by educational charity NCFE from its parent company, US-based Ascend
Themed scent company AromaPrime has released its top 10 ‘weird and wacky’ smells over the
The National Trust has appointed design and build practice Sarner to create a new immersive
Immersive cinema specialist SimEx-Iwerks, which celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2023, has created its first
The first-ever Real Madrid-themed experience is set to open in Dubai next year. A partnership
Attractions developer Simworx has teamed up with themed entertainment designers Katapult to design a cops
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
ishga, a skincare and spa brand specialising in organic seaweed products, has unveiled a retail
The Royal Parks Half Marathon has named London Marathon Events as its new delivery partner.
Xponential Fitness has signed a Master Franchise Agreement with Kuwaiti real estate company Aqarat for
Sea World will open new major rides at each of its three parks in early
Salt Ayre Leisure Centre, run by Lancaster City Council, has received two brand new training
Kings Island theme park in Ohio, US, is adding a new area, called Adventure Port,
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
Falcon’s Beyond has revealed further details for a theme park it is developing in Punta
Disney is developing an augmented reality (AR) ride which could offer riders 3D experiences without
The world's first visitor attraction featuring IP owned by hugely popular Studio Ghibli is set
The iconic Battersea Power Station on the south bank of the River Thames, London, UK,
A global pandemic, a war in Ukraine and the repercussions of climate change are just
Keiser has announced the release of an all-new version of its popular M Series cardio
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
In the fast-paced world of fitness and wellness, where high-intensity workouts push us to our
Xponential Fitness has entered a five-year licensing agreement with Princess Cruises that gives guests access
Barry’s has launched a HIIT spin and strength class called Ride in New York City.
Codelocks has launched its first glass door smart lock to bring intelligent access control to
A 1km-long zipline, offering riders speeds of 120km/h, is set to open in Iceland later
Triotech has secured a deal to supply its interactive ride technology for the SAGA Experience,
A Tangled -themed family ride is among a range of new attractions revealed for the
Merlin Entertainments has secured a contract to operate Blackpool Sandcastle, the UK's largest indoor waterpark.
Europa-Park is preparing for the launch of a new restaurant which will literally offer guests
Active Nation has released a new app, Active Nation Anywhere, which offers over a thousand
Orangetheory has introduced a new AI-powered heart-rate tracking system called MaxHR to boost the personalisation
It's been revealed that SoulCycle's recent decision to close around 20 of its 82 studios
Visuals have been released for the new Jumanji-themed land at Chessington World of Adventures in
The wild sounds of the natural world have been captured to create the Swell Room,
Fabland Valley Resort in Xiangyang in the Province of Hubei, China has opened its new
The Aussie World theme park on Australia’s Sunshine Coast has launched its first rollercoaster. The
The Titanic Deluxe Golf Belek resort in Antalya, Turkey, has launched the world’s first Rift
Disneyland Paris has hosted a soft opening of its new Avengers Campus Paris, ahead of
Edinburgh’s new Meadowbank Sports Centre has opened after a five-year, £47m build which saw the
FlowRider, the stationary wave machine pioneer, has undergone a rebrand for the first time since
Liseberg theme park in Sweden has confirmed the opening date for its new Grand Curiosa
Boutique fitness chain 1Rebel opens the doors to its tenth club today (Monday 27 June
Lucknam Park Hotel & Spa in Chippenham, UK, is partnering with skincare brand 111Skin and
Elevate
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81 - 120 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Teca StandUp is an exciting line, bringing something genuinely new to gyms
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
At the heart of the Sydney Swans new headquarters in Australia is an elite player-focused training facility by strength equipment specialist BLK BOX
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Life Fitness has reimagined cardio with the launch of its Symbio line which has been designed with advanced biomechanics and offers deep levels of customisation
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Sustainability in the fitness industry is coming on in leaps and bounds as more operators refurbish their gym equipment to save money and the planet
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
A major refurbishment of Sport Ireland Fitness by Technogym has created a world-class public gym at the home of Irish sport
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
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
HCM magazine
Immediate rewards can motivate people to exercise more, according to new research, reports Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
When retailer, the €11 billion-a-year Colruyt Group, decided to get into the health club market, the plan was to fully integrate its entire business using customer insight data. The results are remarkable
HCM magazine
New research from UCLA Health looked at the impact of Kundalini yoga on memory and found a significant impact, finds Megan Whitby
HCM magazine
Steph Eaves looks at how health assessment devices are evolving to keep up with industry trends
HCM magazine
As more trans women, trans men and non-binary people join health clubs, it’s time to work out a system where everyone feels included, protected and safe in the locker room. Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
AI has the potential to support people in making healthy lifestyle changes if its algorithms can be updated to understand the different stages of motivation, as Jodi Heckel reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Mark Tweedie

Associate, Miova
I’d love to see a national wellness service working hand in glove with NHS primary care
HCM magazine
Appointed president of Xponential Fitness when she was only 34, Sarah Luna attributes her career success to the grit, determination and stamina she honed as a dancer by day and Pilates teacher by night. She talks to Kath Hudson about how owning her choices has given her the resilience to take on one of the top jobs in the US fitness industry, while also raising a family
HCM magazine
HCM People

Mariah Rooney

Founder, Trauma Informed Weight Lifting
When people experience early life trauma it impacts their bodies and nervous systems. I became curious about how lifting weights could help them have the experience of strength
HCM magazine
We’re aiming to reach 50-70 gyms by mid-2027, some in supermarkets
HCM magazine
It’s time to start the conversation about pelvic health. It’s not just menopausal women who have challenges: young women and men can also experience issues they’re too embarrassed to discuss or seek help for, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Empower your team, transform your service – elevate with coaching workshops
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional facilities but also in cultivating meaningful interactions with members.
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?
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: Elevate
The UK's largest annual trade event dedicated to physical activity, health, and performance...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: Olympic Legacy Operators GLL Proud to Fly the Flag for UK Netball
Great news for GLL’s successful association with the UK’s Professional Netball scene came this week with the announcement that England Netball and Netball Superleague (NSL) stars London Pulse – who are based at Copper Box Arena (CBA) - will be one of eight clubs participating in the relaunched League from 2025.
Featured press releases
Matrix Fitness UK press release: Where function meets flexibility; Matrix Fitness launch new Connexus series
Matrix Fitness, one of the world’s fastest-growing commercial fitness brands, has launched a new Connexus Series to make functional training more flexible.
Directory
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
06-06 Jun 2024
Drayton Manor Theme Park & Resort, Tamworth, United Kingdom
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
08-10 Sep 2024
Wyndham® Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs™ Resort, Lake Buena Vista, United States
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
20-22 Sep 2024
Locations worldwide,
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
09-13 Oct 2024
Soneva Fushi, Maldives
Diary dates
10 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London,
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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