Therme Manchester’s 28-acre development, which will include interconnected glass pavilions that measure 65,000sq m, will be the largest bathing and wellbeing attraction in the world once complete, according to prof David Russell, CEO of Therme UK. 

Large parts of the mainstream gym model still do not fit the realities of many women’s lives, according to the new white paper from UK mid-market operator, Total Fitness.

Everlast Gyms – which is part of Frasers Group – continues to prioritise member experience by partnering with Safe Space Lockers on quality-built solutions

Leisure Loop is a dedicated recycling scheme for swimming pool equipment aims to make it easier for facilities to cut pool waste.

Vicky Kiernander talks to founders about how they were inspired to overcome trauma to achieve their goals

Kerzner International has opened Siro Boka Place, Montenegro, its first purpose-built Siro and the launch of the fitness and recovery-focused concept in Europe.

Ritz-Carlton is gearing up to launch its third superyacht – Luminara – in July. The vessel will be the largest to date.

Technogym is launching Reform for the health club, hotel and home markets, with the beds shipping later this year.

Changing rooms are being elevated to be the next word in wellness and pampering as operators seek a competitive point of difference, finds Julie Cramer

Tom Cordon says the peak-end rule has relevance when planning the customer journey in health clubs

Developments in technology are helping to power immersive, multi-sensory experiences. We look at the benefits for both members and operators

Social wellness pioneer, Remedy Place, has opened the doors to its third site. Soho is the second club in New York City and the largest, most elevated, club to date.

We talk to the founder of Sähëlï Hub about her journey to providing health and wellness services across deprived communities in Birmingham

Having piloted the McFit rebrand earlier this year, RSG Group has now lifted the lid on the details of its “modernisation offensive.”

We go behind the scenes at Surrenne, the exclusive new wellness facility inside London’s latest hotel from The Maybourne Group, The Emory in Hyde Park

The Bobby Moore Sports Hub is setting new standards in sustainable design

As more trans women, trans men and non-binary people join health clubs, it’s time to work out an effective system where everyone feels included

The group MD of Forest House offers a glimpse into how Safe Space Lockers helped turn concept into reality

As clubs look to add more recovery options to meet growing demand, Steph Eaves looks at what cryotherapy and ice bathing technology can bring to the mix

Ridgeway has created a series of luxury spaces for the new Third Space in Wimbledon, designing, making and installing furniture in key areas of the club

Total Fitness has launched a women-only concept called The Women’s Gym in Manchester, UK.

Demand for yoga is alive and kicking across Britain as the exercise discipline diversifies to attract a fresh generation of practitioners post-Covid.

David Minton reports on how to make the industry welcoming to the trans community, and talks to Ryan Lanji who has created a burgeoning scene in London which grew out of lockdown sessions.

The CEO of South Downs Leisure explains how Sea Lanes, the new lido on Brighton seafront, will be a gateway to open water swimming

Hybrid Fitness used Safe Space Lockers to deliver changing rooms that are fundamental to the brand rollout

We hear about LifeFit Group’s ambitious plans and preparations for a sale from Oaktree Capital Management

Antonio Iozzo, founder and CEO of Body Action Gym in Johannesburg, South Africa, has announced plans to open his upscale clubs in seven locations across the country, both inland and along the Atlantic coast.

The CEO of Body Action Gym in South Africa dabbled in the sector with a small corporate gym before getting the fitness bug and going large. Now he’s building a six-star health club chain and taking on some major competitors

Liftd Design has created a new gym for Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, the home of Harry Potter

Fitness powerhouse Rainer Schaller, CEO of RSG Group, has opened Heimat in LA, combining a luxury gym with a private members’ club