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Dalton Han, POPiN
Health Club Management 2018 issue 2
POPiN’s co-founder explains how gym operators can benefit from this pay-per-minute app...
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Neil King, energie Group
Health Club Management 2018 issue 2
We take a closer look at Neil King's appointment as COO of the energie Group...
Health Club Management 2018 issue 2
'I often see clubs guaranteeing specific results for members, despite have little knowledge about their goals or current levels of fitness. I wanted to avoid falling into this trap' – Tim Benjamin, Fitness Space
Health Club Management 2018 issue 11
David Lloyd Leisure has announced the rollout of its boutique-style HIIT concept, Blaze. We chat to DLL’s Michelle Dand and Jack Claxton about the new offering...
Health Club Management 2018 issue 11
Should operators be offering training that’s tailored to each gender? We ask four experts...
Interview
James Balfour
Health Club Management 2018 issue 11
Boutique operator 1Rebel is planning an expansion into the Australian market. Co-founder James Balfour tells us all about it
People profile
Steve Watts
Health Club Management 2018 issue 11
The owner of eActive Health Lounge, Steve Watts, is using saltwater floatation pods and cryotherapy to give members a well-rounded experience
People profile
Richard Brown
Health Club Management 2018 issue 11
're:fresh is best known for being a large-scale, free leisure initiative, but it was more than that' – Blackburn with Darwen’s healthy living and sports manager discusses how this project has changed the community
People profile
Geoff Bamber
Health Club Management 2018 issue 11
The CEO of Digme Fitness, Geoff Bamber, discusses the evolution of his chain of boutique studios, which have technology at their heart...
Profile
Erkki Torn
Health Club Management 2018 issue 10
With penetration rates around 7 per cent, the Baltic countries are seldom seen as prime markets. The CEO of MyFitness disagrees and he’s working to make the chain the region’s leading operator
Interview
Andrew Snelling
Health Club Management 2018 issue 10
Health and medical insurer Westfield Health and SIV have launched a collaborative new health club membership scheme that offers ‘transformational’ mental health support. Both CEOs speak to Kate Cracknell
Profiles
Pihlajalinna
Health Club Management 2018 issue 10
Finnish healthcare provider Pihlajalinna has acquired the Forever chain of gyms. Pauli Waroma and Minna Elomaa talk to Tom Walker about how the new addition will form a crucial part of the company’s innovative delivery model
Talking point
Gymtimidation
Health Club Management 2018 issue 10
In the quest to raise penetration levels, gyms need to appeal to those who would never consider taking out a membership, and this means addressing the issue of gymtimidation. Is this something consumers need to overcome themselves, or can health and fitness operators provide the solution? Kath Hudson reports
People profile
Darren Sealy
Health Club Management 2018 issue 10
co-founder, MINDSET
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Kira Mahal
Health Club Management 2018 issue 10
Founder, Motivate PT
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Bear Grylls
Health Club Management 2018 issue 10
Co-owner, BMF
Health Club Management 2018 issue 1
Do gyms motivate or demoralise members when they use images of perfectly sculpted fitness models in their marketing campaigns? We ask five industry experts...
Health Club Management 2018 issue 1
Shared office space provider We Work is breaking new ground with the launch of its first gym in New York. HCM speaks to the man overseeing the brand's move into fitness and wellness.
Health Club Management 2018 issue 1
Boutique fitness brand Psycle London is set to open 3 new sites in the capital in Q1 of 2018. CEO @RhianStephenson talks to HCM about funding, staying true to the brand's ethos and plans for international expansion.
Health Club Management 2018 issue 1
As more operators invest in gym kit that enables data-driven cardiovascular training, are gym-floor PTs likely to see their role taken over by machines?
Health Club Management 2018 issue 1
"Yes, we want members to spend more money, of course we do, but I want them to spend more time with each other," says Virgin Active UK's MD Robert Cook.
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Frank Lampard, nanoM
Health Club Management 2018 issue 1
We place the spotlight on ex-Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard as he partners with nanoM – a Dubai-based health clinic for athletes.
People profile
Silke Frank, FIBO
Health Club Management 2018 issue 1
FIBO 2018 promises a change from its usual format. Its new event director Silke Franke reveals all.
Health Club Management 2017 issue 9
Are schools and universities overlooking the importance of physical activity? We ask the experts...
Interview
Rob Deutsch, F45
Health Club Management 2017 issue 9
"Every day at F45 is different – that's a key reason for its popularity, and why studios are popping up all over the world" – We chat to Rob Deutsch, founder of F45, about how he sold 900 franchises in under four years...
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Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
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David Lloyd is stepping up its commitment to women’s health as it continues to explore what fit-for-purpose looks like for the female population
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Greg Bradley looks at the shift towards strength training in gyms and advises on how operators can create the ultimate training environment
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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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Pulse Fitness has created a new health club delivering an elevated wellness experience
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The industry is embracing consumer-facing tech. Now it’s time to streamline back-of-house systems with Orbit4, says Daniel Jones
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Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
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Collaborations with the medical profession and greater aspirations around wellbeing are creating a need for more experts in our sector. It’s time to reboot our thinking around the workforce
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For every member with a tripod and a big following, there are others irritated at the way equipment is being hogged or wary they’ll be in the background on someone’s Insta feed. Do influencers offer valuable, free marketing or are they just a nuisance? Kath Hudson finds out how operators are responding
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Virgin Active has officially opened its redesigned Mayfair club, unveiling its latest Social Wellness Club ...
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Europe’s largest low-cost operator, Basic-Fit, has agreed to acquire 41 Wellyou clubs in Germany for ...
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Longevity is the most important motivator for today’s exercisers and social connection is key, according ...
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Until has opened its fourth club at Canary Wharf, in the iconic YY London building. ...
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Ben Allen has been appointed managing director at Common Bond. Having set the company up ...
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Les Mills, whose name became synonymous with one of the world's leading fitness brands, has ...
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Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
Opinion: Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
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people

People profile
Dalton Han, POPiN
Health Club Management 2018 issue 2
POPiN’s co-founder explains how gym operators can benefit from this pay-per-minute app...
People profile
Neil King, energie Group
Health Club Management 2018 issue 2
We take a closer look at Neil King's appointment as COO of the energie Group...
Health Club Management 2018 issue 2
'I often see clubs guaranteeing specific results for members, despite have little knowledge about their goals or current levels of fitness. I wanted to avoid falling into this trap' – Tim Benjamin, Fitness Space
Health Club Management 2018 issue 11
David Lloyd Leisure has announced the rollout of its boutique-style HIIT concept, Blaze. We chat to DLL’s Michelle Dand and Jack Claxton about the new offering...
Health Club Management 2018 issue 11
Should operators be offering training that’s tailored to each gender? We ask four experts...
Interview
James Balfour
Health Club Management 2018 issue 11
Boutique operator 1Rebel is planning an expansion into the Australian market. Co-founder James Balfour tells us all about it
People profile
Steve Watts
Health Club Management 2018 issue 11
The owner of eActive Health Lounge, Steve Watts, is using saltwater floatation pods and cryotherapy to give members a well-rounded experience
People profile
Richard Brown
Health Club Management 2018 issue 11
're:fresh is best known for being a large-scale, free leisure initiative, but it was more than that' – Blackburn with Darwen’s healthy living and sports manager discusses how this project has changed the community
People profile
Geoff Bamber
Health Club Management 2018 issue 11
The CEO of Digme Fitness, Geoff Bamber, discusses the evolution of his chain of boutique studios, which have technology at their heart...
Profile
Erkki Torn
Health Club Management 2018 issue 10
With penetration rates around 7 per cent, the Baltic countries are seldom seen as prime markets. The CEO of MyFitness disagrees and he’s working to make the chain the region’s leading operator
Interview
Andrew Snelling
Health Club Management 2018 issue 10
Health and medical insurer Westfield Health and SIV have launched a collaborative new health club membership scheme that offers ‘transformational’ mental health support. Both CEOs speak to Kate Cracknell
Profiles
Pihlajalinna
Health Club Management 2018 issue 10
Finnish healthcare provider Pihlajalinna has acquired the Forever chain of gyms. Pauli Waroma and Minna Elomaa talk to Tom Walker about how the new addition will form a crucial part of the company’s innovative delivery model
Talking point
Gymtimidation
Health Club Management 2018 issue 10
In the quest to raise penetration levels, gyms need to appeal to those who would never consider taking out a membership, and this means addressing the issue of gymtimidation. Is this something consumers need to overcome themselves, or can health and fitness operators provide the solution? Kath Hudson reports
People profile
Darren Sealy
Health Club Management 2018 issue 10
co-founder, MINDSET
People profile
Kira Mahal
Health Club Management 2018 issue 10
Founder, Motivate PT
People profile
Bear Grylls
Health Club Management 2018 issue 10
Co-owner, BMF
Health Club Management 2018 issue 1
Do gyms motivate or demoralise members when they use images of perfectly sculpted fitness models in their marketing campaigns? We ask five industry experts...
Health Club Management 2018 issue 1
Shared office space provider We Work is breaking new ground with the launch of its first gym in New York. HCM speaks to the man overseeing the brand's move into fitness and wellness.
Health Club Management 2018 issue 1
Boutique fitness brand Psycle London is set to open 3 new sites in the capital in Q1 of 2018. CEO @RhianStephenson talks to HCM about funding, staying true to the brand's ethos and plans for international expansion.
Health Club Management 2018 issue 1
As more operators invest in gym kit that enables data-driven cardiovascular training, are gym-floor PTs likely to see their role taken over by machines?
Health Club Management 2018 issue 1
"Yes, we want members to spend more money, of course we do, but I want them to spend more time with each other," says Virgin Active UK's MD Robert Cook.
People profile
Frank Lampard, nanoM
Health Club Management 2018 issue 1
We place the spotlight on ex-Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard as he partners with nanoM – a Dubai-based health clinic for athletes.
People profile
Silke Frank, FIBO
Health Club Management 2018 issue 1
FIBO 2018 promises a change from its usual format. Its new event director Silke Franke reveals all.
Health Club Management 2017 issue 9
Are schools and universities overlooking the importance of physical activity? We ask the experts...
Interview
Rob Deutsch, F45
Health Club Management 2017 issue 9
"Every day at F45 is different – that's a key reason for its popularity, and why studios are popping up all over the world" – We chat to Rob Deutsch, founder of F45, about how he sold 900 franchises in under four years...
Latest News
An ambitious women’s only strength and lifting studio concept is set to launch in Dallas this ...
Latest News
Finnish outdoor fitness equipment specialist, Omnigym, has partnered with charity, Emmaüs Solidarité, to launch an ...
Latest News
Virgin Active has officially opened its redesigned Mayfair club, unveiling its latest Social Wellness Club ...
Latest News
Europe’s largest low-cost operator, Basic-Fit, has agreed to acquire 41 Wellyou clubs in Germany for ...
Latest News
Longevity is the most important motivator for today’s exercisers and social connection is key, according ...
Latest News
Until has opened its fourth club at Canary Wharf, in the iconic YY London building. ...
Latest News
Ben Allen has been appointed managing director at Common Bond. Having set the company up ...
Latest News
Les Mills, whose name became synonymous with one of the world's leading fitness brands, has ...
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People taking GLP-1 weight loss medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound may be ...
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Low-cost gym operator, PureGym, is trialling recovery zones at two of its UK sites, democratising ...
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In a milestone moment, mental health has become a core part of CIMSPA’s occupational professional ...
Opinion
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Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
Opinion: Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Cornerstone Connect helps Active Blackpool tackle health inequalities
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple systems to be aggregated into one dataset, to support its focus on reducing health inequalities and improving healthy life expectancy.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: CoverMe extends matching service to personal training, rewriting how members and personal trainers connect
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal training platform that connects the right personal trainer to the right client in under 10 seconds.
Company profiles
Company profile: Wellhub
Wellhub acts as a corporate sales channel, bringing new, highquality members to your business, by ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Safe Space Lockers
We provide a full turn-key solution for clients from design and consultation, through to bespoke ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Panatta press release: On Air Fitness chooses Panatta and its Made in Italy fitness equipment
French fitness chain On Air Fitness, with 113 clubs across France and internationally (Spain, Morocco and Portugal) and more than 430,000 members, has chosen to introduce Panatta equipment — a 12-machine circuit from the premium Free Weight Special line —
Featured press releases
ukactive press release: UK Active announces plans for National Fitness Day 2026
UK Active has announced the details of National Fitness Day 2026, with the flagship campaign set to take place on Wednesday 16 September 2026.
Directory
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
21-24 Sep 2026
The Langham Huntington Pasadena , Pasadena, United States
Diary dates
06-08 Oct 2026
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
22-22 Oct 2026
QEII Conference Centre, London,
Diary dates
26-29 Oct 2027
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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