Global group exercise specialist, Les Mills, is inviting operators to sign up to its Workout for the World event on 20 June, in support of UNICEF.

Franchising is booming – Europe’s three biggest operators are planning to use this model to grow in new territories; Purpose Brands is opening a club each day and Crunch Fitness and Jetts Fitness have planted flags in India

Another piece of research which Total Fitness has shared with the industry. As the industry becomes ever more tech-driven, it’s a reminder not to forget the basics – welcoming staff, cleanliness and not being too crowded

HCM Handbook’s annual prediction of key trends, influences and opportunities coming down the tracks.

PureGym’s Rebecca Passmore, Karl Sanft from 24 Hour Fitness and SATS’ Sondre Gravir are among the line up of industry leaders to share their opinions on a range of subjects, including whether cardio is making a comeback and where the recovery trend will go

Matrix and Energie Fitness have partnered to transform an iconic landmark into a premium four-floor fitness destination

SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions

The Breath Coach talks about how breathwork is being recognised for its mental and physical benefits and gaining a foothold on mainstream fitness timetables

The Yard Gym (TYG) is to become Nike Training’s official global training partner in a new global partnership.

The CEO of Les Mills talks about partnering with Hyrox and the possibilities this ‘mass participation sport’ opens up for the industry

Wellverse launched in London this week, offering access to seven London locations across its three brands: Frame, Flow and Rowbots.

Wellfit has announced the launch of a flagship location at Reem Hall in Abu Dhabi.

The £30. 6 million Bedworth Physical Activity Hub is now open, replacing a centre which dated back to the 1970s.

How can health clubs best leverage the ever-growing Pilates boom?

Having invested in a wealth of health and fitness businesses, Mastrov tells Liz Terry why he’s bought back the company he started in 1983 – 24-Hour Fitness.

KA Leisure is investing more than £1.2 million in a major capital improvement programme across the gyms at four of its leisure centres. 

The first Jetts Fitness in India will open its doors on 28 March in New Delhi, with six more clubs in the pipeline.

East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Trust has partnered with CoverMe to support its expanding group fitness programme

The University of Liverpool has partnered with Matrix Fitness to transform student wellbeing with a major gym revitalisation

UK Active’s work with Beano Brain casts light on Gen Alpha, and what the rise of GLP-1 use means for health clubs

A Total Fitness report finds the UK health club sector has headroom for growth

Pioneering charitable trust, Wave Active, opened a new suite today designed to support older adults and people living with long-term health conditions through adaptive exercise and meaningful social connection.

The UK fitness industry has significant headroom for growth, consumers are prioritising their spend on fitness and the importance of cleaners is being underestimated, according to a report released today.

Fitness franchise Snap Fitness has launched a next generation club in Chancery Lane London in the heart of the financial district.

How can the sector best attract and engage with the tech-savvy Gen Alpha?

The former CEO of Planet Fitness talks about his investment in Brazilian fitness franchise, Panobianco Academia

Places Leisure launched Epping Leisure Centre on 12 January. Undertaken in partnership with Epping Forest District Council and Pellikaan Construction, this is part of a wider regeneration of the town.

JD Gyms has introduced a new group exercise class for the new year.

From getting sacked to risking it all, industry leaders share their learnings from tough times

GymNation has launched a workout in a hot air balloon above Riyadh, with views of the city’s iconic landmarks.