Viva Leisure’s CEO on global growth and redefining revenue generation

The CEO of Freedom Leisure on the trust’s work with its 30 local authority partners and what developments lie ahead

The founder and CEO of MoreYoga talks to HCM about making high quality yoga affordable and accessible for all

Backed by KSL Capital Partners, OakNorth has provided a £75 million leveraged finance loan to premium UK fitness and wellness operator, Third Space.

Wellness brand Onyx has launched a new set of low impact workout accessories in a range of stylish, muted colours.

Planet Fitness, which is listed on the Nasdaq, is thought to be positioning for a takeover of European fitness chain Basic-Fit as the sector continues to consolidate.

The MD of Spain’s Synergym, talks to Kate Cracknell about the company’s strategies for organic growth and how he’s hitting 50 per cent EBITDA

As European fitness businesses head to the FIBO 2025 in Germany, Kath Hudson rounds up some of the key deals that have happened across Europe during the past year

Mastercard and VISA are facing a claim worth more than £4 billion being brought by a Class Representative on behalf of businesses across the UK – including hundreds of manufacturing and engineering businesses.

With the CEO of Armah Sports due to speak at the HCM Summit in October, we explore the company’s post-IPO plans

A new Nordic-inspired contrast bathing experience is set to open in Liverpool in Q3, offering residents, visitors and commuters a serene escape in the heart of the Northern UK city.

Village Hotels has changed hands following a deal between the owner – an affiliate of KSL Capital Partners – and funds managed by Blackstone Real Estate in a deal thought to be in the region of £850 million (US$1.08 million).

Peloton has secured a critical US$1bn five-year loan to shore up its finances.

Peloton Interactive Inc is believed to be working to get its costs under control in a bid to align with the expectations of private equity investors as it considers de-listing.

Jason Worthy has been appointed group CEO of Myzone to lead the 'next stage of growth', with current group CEO, David Stalker, stepping back to take up an advisory role.

Anna Langridge details work by 1FitLife to help Parkinson’s sufferers get active and improve their symptoms, while Martyn Allison asks a critical question

Equinox has raised US$1.8 billion in cash to refinance US$1.5 billion of maturing loans. The deal will also boost cashflow and give it a chunk of working capital to fund growth.

Basic-Fit has acquired RSG’s Spanish portfolio of 47 clubs for €50m.

PureGym’s holding company, Pinnacle Bidco, has completed the £805m refinancing which was announced on Tuesday this week, with the rapid take-up of the offering indicating a strong appetite for the deal.

As leisure provider GLL celebrates its 30th year of operations, its CEO and founder share their five-year vision

The CEO of Third Space reflects on being at the sharp end in the mid-market – as CEO of Fitness First – when budget gyms disrupted the sector

We hear from DLL’s Russell Barnes, Andrew Power from Swim England and GLL’s Gareth Kirk

Drop Fitness has launched its first club – a 25,000sq ft space – in the US town of Montvale, New Jersey. It has also unveiled a “pay for what you want, when you want” membership model, which consumers can sign up for separately though the Drop Fitness app.

As the internet becomes more ‘human and physical’, should you be jumping on board the fast-moving metaverse train sooner rather than later?

The gaming industry is the inspiration behind a new fitness concept launching in New Jersey. We talk to the Drop Fitness CEO about his innovative approach

F45 is collaborating with investment group Fortress to provide new and existing franchisees with loan financing. The facility is funded with an initial tranche of US$150m but demand could push the envelope to US$300m.

The founder and CEO of fitness platform Myzone talks future plans after receiving a multi-million dollar investment, and explains the new features that will give clubs the edge for member engagement

Mark Sesnan, co-founder and CEO of GLL, has been awarded an OBE in the New Year Honours List 2022.

Increases in COVID-19 cases across Europe are forcing governments to introduce restrictions, which is having an impact on some parts of the Continent's health and fitness market.

The Amsterdam-based duo explain their plans for growing the Urban Gym Group using a counter-cyclical investment strategy and multiple brands, while also holding the Benelux master franchise agreement for TRIB3