Deloitte writes about the 13th edition of the European Health and Fitness Market Report, commissioned by EuropeActive

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

Highlights from the Health & Fitness Association 2025 Global Report, which deep dives into the state of the industry globally.

The 20th State of the Industry Report reveals a resilient, expanding and competitive sector, the importance of differentiation and the ongoing challenge of tackling inequalities.

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

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. 

GCC gym operator, Gymnation, has secured a $100 million private credit facility from HPS Investment Partners – part of BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager.

US athletic country club operator Life Time says its 2026 growth strategy and outlook are on track after strong Q1 results.

Despite revenue growth and an increase in the number of sites, shares in Planet Fitness have fallen sharply because investors are concerned that the company’s growth is slowing.

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

The newly published The UK Health & Fitness Market Report 2026 shows penetration has reached a remarkable 18 per cent of over-16s, with a record 12.

Following the conclusion of a US$7. 5 billion merger, EGYM is now a subsidiary of Playlist, alongside Mindbody, Booker and ClassPass.

The former UK Active CEO tells of the surprising lessons that came from having to pull the plug on a UK launch

Eric Litman, CEO of New York-based lifestyle robotics company Aescape, has announced he will be starting a new company to focus on improving health spans, called Healthspanners.

A new floating wellbeing destination with a public park, residential and wellness facility is planned for a 12-hectare stretch of water within London’s Royal Docks, in the UK.

David Lloyd Leisure is significantly boosting its European presence, with the acquisition of health and wellness group, Aspria.

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

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.

The CEO of Fit House of Brands has been busy rescuing and reimagining the company’s flagship brand, F45. He talks to Liz Terry

Playlist, parent company of Mindbody, Booker and Classpass, has merged with EGYM, supplier of AI-enabled workout programmes and corporate wellness solutions, to create an expanded entity with a US$7.5 billion valuation.

On announcing its second half results for 2025, The Gym Group has said it will accelerate the rollout to 75 gyms over the next three years, funded by cashflow.

The STATSports Academy app helps you to train like the world’s best players – and is on sale for Black Friday. STATSports Academy gives youth players the insight, confidence and ability to train like the professionals.

Investment, leadership, consumer trends and growth were hot topics at our annual event for the industry. Click to watch the presentations in our report

Anna Bjurstam, strategic advisor for Six Senses and founder of spa consultancy Raison d’Etre, told fitness and wellness professionals at the recent HCM Summit in London that delivering physical fitness is now the bare minimum requirement for gym operations.

As the HCM Summit 2025 gets underway, Leisure Media CEO and HCM editor, Liz Terry, has announced an exciting new development for next year’s event.

"The fitness industry is facing an identity crisis," was Anna Bjustam's opening statement as she addressed delegates at the HCM Summit 2025 in London this afternoon.

After a networking breakfast, Leisure Media CEO, Liz Terry and PureGym chair, Humphrey Cobbold, have just opened the HCM Summit at the Queen Elizabeth II Centre, London.

Physiologist and co-founder of Future Practice and Pillar Wellbeing, Oli Patrick opened the conference with an inspiring talk about consumer testing and the opportunities in this space.

Longevity is no longer a buzzword — it’s a business reality. As the pursuit of longer, healthier lives drives consumer demand, health clubs, gyms, and fitness brands are being called to redefine their role.

Longevity is no longer an abstract concept—it’s a market force reshaping how people train, recover, and live.