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South Africa news

Birmingham is the second British city to throw its hat into the ring to take
The South African city of Durban will not be hosting the 2022 Commonwealth Games after
The Global Wellness Institute's (GWI) Career Development Initiative has launched an online mentorship platform. Now
The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) has condemned the actions of poachers who broke
The Silo Hotel – a luxury property located within Heatherwick Studio’s re-imagined Cape Town grain
Liverpool has thrown its hat into the ring to stage the 2022 Commonwealth Games if
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions
Situated along the Garden Route, a stretch of the south-western coast of South Africa, the
Virgin Active's value took a slight dip in the third quarter of the financial year,
The 100th birthday of former President and anti-apartheid revolutionary Nelson Mandela will be celebrated by
FIFA and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) must “take the lead” on stadium sustainability to
Boutique luxury hospitality brand Leeu Collection has acquired the former Collegio Alla Querce in Florence,
Created by Dr Stephan Helary, Terres d’Afrique is the result of one man’s solid confidence
Elevate
Elevate
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
Overlooking the Jonekershoek Mountains and nestled against rows of vineyards, the newly refurbished Lanzerac Spa
The year ahead promises much excitement in the world of leisure architecture and design. New
European LED manufacturer Anolis Lighting have completed an installation of a thousand LED light fixtures
Bernard Laporte, the recently-installed president of the French Rugby Federation (FFR), has made his second
A plan to develop a new Populous-designed rugby stadium in Paris has been scrapped by
The Saxon Hotel, located in Johannesburg, South Africa, has released details of its newly-built 700sq
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
St Helena is about to start a new chapter in its history as the island
Huffington Post founder, Arianna Huffington, has launched a new media business focused on wellness. Called
Virgin Active has launched its latest full-service Collection club in the re-generated Silo District in
England Netball is eyeing increased participation after inking a fresh four-year deal with Sky Sports
Travel guide Lonely Planet has revealed its Best in Travel 2017 locations – with North
Representatives for Northern and Southern Ireland have come together to officially submit the nation’s bid
Spafinder Wellness has announced the winners of the 2016 Wellness Travel Awards at an event
The worlds of spa and attractions are meeting in Africa, with the continent’s traditional safari
Mark Alexander, the newly elected president of South African Rugby (SAR), has vowed to reignite
The World Wildlife Foundation (WWF) has responded to reports that African nations may argue for
Japan’s preparations to host the 2019 Rugby World Cup have been declared as “satisfactory” by
International beauty and spa therapy standard setter CIDESCO held its 64th World Congress in Dublin,
Birmingham’s economy is set to receive a £25.3m (US$32.5m, €29m) boost as a result of
The appointment of Fatma Samoura as secretary general of FIFA will create more opportunities for
Stadiums and arenas built for events such as the FIFA World Cup and Olympic Games
The government of Malawi has been handed the keys to its new international multi-sports stadium,
France, Ireland, Italy and South Africa have submitted official bids to host the 2023 Rugby
A €1.5m (£1.3m, US$1.7m) fund has been earmarked by the governments of Ireland and Northern
South Africa’s Iziko Museums – an agency of the government’s Department of Arts and Culture
Finalists for Spafinder Wellness 365’s 2016 Wellness Travel Awards have been announced, with South and
Architecture and property development practice Swisatec have announced new additions to their planned 40-hectare leisure
12,300
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Coaching workshops from Keith Smith and Adam Daniel have been designed to empower your team and transform your service
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Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
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
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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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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News report
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson 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
HCM magazine
Recovery
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
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
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
News report
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
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
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
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
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
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
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
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
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
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.
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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: Perfect Gym Solutions S.A.
Perfect Gym is a global software provider specialising in fitness and recreation facility management solutions. ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Orbit4
Orbit4 is a leading FitTech brand that provides gym operators with a comprehensive software solution ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Perfect Gym press release: PerfectGym joins Sport Alliance
Sport Alliance, a Hamburg-based provider of innovative software solutions and services to gyms and fitness suites, has announced the acquisition of PerfectGym, the international software provider to fitness and leisure businesses.
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: GLL fitness instructor smashes World Record
Anthony Bryan, a fitness instructor at GLL’s Southbury Leisure Centre, recently took part in the London Marathon.
Directory
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
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

South Africa news

Birmingham is the second British city to throw its hat into the ring to take
The South African city of Durban will not be hosting the 2022 Commonwealth Games after
The Global Wellness Institute's (GWI) Career Development Initiative has launched an online mentorship platform. Now
The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) has condemned the actions of poachers who broke
The Silo Hotel – a luxury property located within Heatherwick Studio’s re-imagined Cape Town grain
Liverpool has thrown its hat into the ring to stage the 2022 Commonwealth Games if
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions
Situated along the Garden Route, a stretch of the south-western coast of South Africa, the
Virgin Active's value took a slight dip in the third quarter of the financial year,
The 100th birthday of former President and anti-apartheid revolutionary Nelson Mandela will be celebrated by
FIFA and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) must “take the lead” on stadium sustainability to
Boutique luxury hospitality brand Leeu Collection has acquired the former Collegio Alla Querce in Florence,
Created by Dr Stephan Helary, Terres d’Afrique is the result of one man’s solid confidence
Elevate
Elevate
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
Overlooking the Jonekershoek Mountains and nestled against rows of vineyards, the newly refurbished Lanzerac Spa
The year ahead promises much excitement in the world of leisure architecture and design. New
European LED manufacturer Anolis Lighting have completed an installation of a thousand LED light fixtures
Bernard Laporte, the recently-installed president of the French Rugby Federation (FFR), has made his second
A plan to develop a new Populous-designed rugby stadium in Paris has been scrapped by
The Saxon Hotel, located in Johannesburg, South Africa, has released details of its newly-built 700sq
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
St Helena is about to start a new chapter in its history as the island
Huffington Post founder, Arianna Huffington, has launched a new media business focused on wellness. Called
Virgin Active has launched its latest full-service Collection club in the re-generated Silo District in
England Netball is eyeing increased participation after inking a fresh four-year deal with Sky Sports
Travel guide Lonely Planet has revealed its Best in Travel 2017 locations – with North
Representatives for Northern and Southern Ireland have come together to officially submit the nation’s bid
Spafinder Wellness has announced the winners of the 2016 Wellness Travel Awards at an event
The worlds of spa and attractions are meeting in Africa, with the continent’s traditional safari
Mark Alexander, the newly elected president of South African Rugby (SAR), has vowed to reignite
The World Wildlife Foundation (WWF) has responded to reports that African nations may argue for
Japan’s preparations to host the 2019 Rugby World Cup have been declared as “satisfactory” by
International beauty and spa therapy standard setter CIDESCO held its 64th World Congress in Dublin,
Birmingham’s economy is set to receive a £25.3m (US$32.5m, €29m) boost as a result of
The appointment of Fatma Samoura as secretary general of FIFA will create more opportunities for
Stadiums and arenas built for events such as the FIFA World Cup and Olympic Games
The government of Malawi has been handed the keys to its new international multi-sports stadium,
France, Ireland, Italy and South Africa have submitted official bids to host the 2023 Rugby
A €1.5m (£1.3m, US$1.7m) fund has been earmarked by the governments of Ireland and Northern
South Africa’s Iziko Museums – an agency of the government’s Department of Arts and Culture
Finalists for Spafinder Wellness 365’s 2016 Wellness Travel Awards have been announced, with South and
Architecture and property development practice Swisatec have announced new additions to their planned 40-hectare leisure
81 - 120 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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
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
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
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
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
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
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
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
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
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
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
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
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
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: Perfect Gym Solutions S.A.
Perfect Gym is a global software provider specialising in fitness and recreation facility management solutions. ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Orbit4
Orbit4 is a leading FitTech brand that provides gym operators with a comprehensive software solution ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Perfect Gym press release: PerfectGym joins Sport Alliance
Sport Alliance, a Hamburg-based provider of innovative software solutions and services to gyms and fitness suites, has announced the acquisition of PerfectGym, the international software provider to fitness and leisure businesses.
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: GLL fitness instructor smashes World Record
Anthony Bryan, a fitness instructor at GLL’s Southbury Leisure Centre, recently took part in the London Marathon.
Directory
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
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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