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Conde Nast’s iconic fashion and lifestyle magazine, Vogue, has launched a Global Spa Guide, curating
The 2024 G7 Summit is now underway at a destination spa resort in Puglia, Italy,
Justin Musgrove, CEO of Fitness First UK, has made another tactical move, launching three Les
Evian Spa, the spa and wellness brand inspired by the premium mineral water brand, has
Speaking to HCM for its 2024-2025 Handbook, which will be out next month, PureGym managing
Leisure, lifestyle, wellness and entertainment growth investor, Imbiba, has invested in boutique gym brand, 1Rebel's
Life Fitness (UK) Ltd
Life Fitness (UK) Ltd
Altrafit has taken further steps to cement its reputation as a provider of high-quality, affordable
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has released promising new research on the wellness real estate
Fast Fitness Japan, master franchisee of Anytime Fitness in Japan, has acquired Eighty-8 Health &
Red Raion, the CGI studio for media-based attractions, has announced the opening of its new
The countdown is on for the third edition of W3Spa EMEA, an industry buyer event
Marriott International has signed a new deal with Neom to open a Ritz-Carlton Reserve property
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, a W3Fit EMEA, is heading
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
PureGym saw revenues rise by 15 per cent in 2023, with the company announcing plans
The UAE’s first-ever Dior Spa has officially launched at The Lana, Dubai – the Dorchester
Atlanta-based boutique fitness software company, Xplor Mariana Tek, has kicked off a push for international
Discover how to prepare your spa or wellness facility for the influx of international guests
Global publishing outfit, Leisure Media, has announced details of its new annual conference for decision-makers
Reservations are now open for Rosewood Hotels and Resorts' second Austrian property in Salzburger Land,
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
With a new master franchisee on board, the rollout of Anytime Fitness in the Middle
Equinox has raised US$1.8 billion in cash to refinance US$1.5 billion of maturing loans. The
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
Eight of the world’s leading spa operations were honoured at the annual World Spa and
Global hotel owner, operator and investor Minor Hotels is expanding its luxury Anantara brand’s footprint
The US, China, Germany, Japan and the UK have been identified as the world’s five
Art of Cryo is set to redefine wellbeing standards in the Middle East this February
The Lana, the Dorchester Collection’s first property in the Middle East will open on 1
Irish marine seaweed brand Voya is celebrating a significant development in its global expansion, having
Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts has announced plans to unveil its biggest property and most impressive
PureGym has delivered a positive set of third quarter results, with revenues increasing to £137.7m,
JD Gyms, part of listed company, JD Sports Fashion plc, has sold UAE health club
Luxury Dubai hotel Burj Al Arab has introduced Swissline skincare into its Talise Spa with
The global wellness economy will be worth US$8.5 trillion by 2027, according to new research
JRA has appointed Matt Dawson, a former VP at experience design company Forrec, as its
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has switched locations from Qatar to Miami in light of
Industry heavyweight, Justin Musgrove, has joined Fitness First UK as CEO. A strong operator with
The World Spa Awards – the global initiative designed to celebrate and reward excellence in
FastFit EMS – a rapidly expanding chain of EMS (electrical muscle stimulation) studios in the
PureGym’s holding company, Pinnacle Bidco, has completed the £805m refinancing which was announced on Tuesday
Premium South African spa and skincare brand Terres d’Afrique* has announced new partnerships with four
PureGym added 190,000 new members in the first half of 2023 when compared with H1
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
12,300
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Teca StandUp is an exciting line, bringing something genuinely new to gyms
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A major refurbishment of Sport Ireland Fitness by Technogym has created a world-class public gym at the home of Irish sport
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At the heart of the Sydney Swans new headquarters in Australia is an elite player-focused training facility by strength equipment specialist BLK BOX
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Life Fitness has reimagined cardio with the launch of its Symbio line which has been designed with advanced biomechanics and offers deep levels of customisation
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Sustainability in the fitness industry is coming on in leaps and bounds as more operators refurbish their gym equipment to save money and the planet
HCM promotional features
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Coaching workshops from Keith Smith and Adam Daniel have been designed to empower your team and transform your service
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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
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The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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HCM magazine
Insight
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
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Editor's letter
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
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HCM People

Belinda Steward

MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure
We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate
HCM magazine
Interview
Snap Fitness is looking for a new investor and with a goal of 35 per cent growth by 2028, has ambitious plans. The CEO of parent company Lift Brands speaks to Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jen Holland

CEO: Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
HCM magazine
Life lessons
When a hefty round of investment coincided with the pandemic, the CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs feared the company – founded by his grandfather – would go down on his watch. He talks to Kath Hudson about the pressure to keep the business afloat
HCM magazine
Research
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Insight
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
When retailer, the €11 billion-a-year Colruyt Group, decided to get into the health club market, the plan was to fully integrate its entire business using customer insight data. The results are remarkable
HCM magazine
AI has the potential to support people in making healthy lifestyle changes if its algorithms can be updated to understand the different stages of motivation, as Jodi Heckel reports
HCM magazine
As more trans women, trans men and non-binary people join health clubs, it’s time to work out a system where everyone feels included, protected and safe in the locker room. Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
It’s time to start the conversation about pelvic health. It’s not just menopausal women who have challenges: young women and men can also experience issues they’re too embarrassed to discuss or seek help for, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Mark Tweedie

Associate, Miova
I’d love to see a national wellness service working hand in glove with NHS primary care
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you: [email protected]
HCM magazine
HCM People

Mariah Rooney

Founder, Trauma Informed Weight Lifting
When people experience early life trauma it impacts their bodies and nervous systems. I became curious about how lifting weights could help them have the experience of strength
HCM magazine
By the time you’ve finished your workout, your groceries for the week will be waiting for collection
HCM magazine
New research from UCLA Health looked at the impact of Kundalini yoga on memory and found a significant impact, finds Megan Whitby
HCM magazine
From payments to virtual classes, software integrations can take your operation to the next level. Providers tell us about their most in-demand offerings
HCM magazine
Appointed president of Xponential Fitness when she was only 34, Sarah Luna attributes her career success to the grit, determination and stamina she honed as a dancer by day and Pilates teacher by night. She talks to Kath Hudson about how owning her choices has given her the resilience to take on one of the top jobs in the US fitness industry, while also raising a family
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Altrafit introduces custom functional fitness equipment at Third Space
Altrafit has taken further steps to cement its reputation as a provider of high-quality, affordable functional fitness equipment that is built to last with the development and introduction of a new functional fitness keg for luxury gym operator, Third Space.
Company profiles
Company profile: Balanced Body®
Balanced Body is the global leader in Pilates equipment and education. Founded over 47 years ...
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For the last 22 years Epassi UK have been on a mission to create a ...
Supplier Showcases
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Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: 94 GLL Sport Foundation athletes set to shine at Paris 2024 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games
As the world gears up for the much-anticipated Paris 2024 Summer Olympic (26 July – 11 August) and Paralympic Games (28 August – 8 September), the GLL Sport Foundation (GSF) celebrates an impressive milestone.
Featured press releases
Alliance Leisure Services (Design, Build and Fund) press release: Alliance Leisure strikes gold with Investors In People Award
In recognition of its ongoing commitment to its people and the provision of a working environment that supports success and prosperity, Alliance Leisure is celebrating the achievement of an Investors In People Gold Award.
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20-22 Sep 2024
Locations worldwide,
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01-04 Oct 2024
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QEII Conference Centre, London,
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04-06 Feb 2025
Coventry Building Society Arena, Coventry, United Kingdom
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11-13 Feb 2025
Fairmont Riyadh , Saudi Arabia
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Exhibition Centre , Cologne, Germany
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07-07 Jun 2025
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28-31 Oct 2025
Koelnmesse, Cologne, Germany
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middle east news

Conde Nast’s iconic fashion and lifestyle magazine, Vogue, has launched a Global Spa Guide, curating
The 2024 G7 Summit is now underway at a destination spa resort in Puglia, Italy,
Justin Musgrove, CEO of Fitness First UK, has made another tactical move, launching three Les
Evian Spa, the spa and wellness brand inspired by the premium mineral water brand, has
Speaking to HCM for its 2024-2025 Handbook, which will be out next month, PureGym managing
Leisure, lifestyle, wellness and entertainment growth investor, Imbiba, has invested in boutique gym brand, 1Rebel's
Life Fitness (UK) Ltd
Life Fitness (UK) Ltd
Altrafit has taken further steps to cement its reputation as a provider of high-quality, affordable
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has released promising new research on the wellness real estate
Fast Fitness Japan, master franchisee of Anytime Fitness in Japan, has acquired Eighty-8 Health &
Red Raion, the CGI studio for media-based attractions, has announced the opening of its new
The countdown is on for the third edition of W3Spa EMEA, an industry buyer event
Marriott International has signed a new deal with Neom to open a Ritz-Carlton Reserve property
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, a W3Fit EMEA, is heading
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
PureGym saw revenues rise by 15 per cent in 2023, with the company announcing plans
The UAE’s first-ever Dior Spa has officially launched at The Lana, Dubai – the Dorchester
Atlanta-based boutique fitness software company, Xplor Mariana Tek, has kicked off a push for international
Discover how to prepare your spa or wellness facility for the influx of international guests
Global publishing outfit, Leisure Media, has announced details of its new annual conference for decision-makers
Reservations are now open for Rosewood Hotels and Resorts' second Austrian property in Salzburger Land,
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
With a new master franchisee on board, the rollout of Anytime Fitness in the Middle
Equinox has raised US$1.8 billion in cash to refinance US$1.5 billion of maturing loans. The
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
Eight of the world’s leading spa operations were honoured at the annual World Spa and
Global hotel owner, operator and investor Minor Hotels is expanding its luxury Anantara brand’s footprint
The US, China, Germany, Japan and the UK have been identified as the world’s five
Art of Cryo is set to redefine wellbeing standards in the Middle East this February
The Lana, the Dorchester Collection’s first property in the Middle East will open on 1
Irish marine seaweed brand Voya is celebrating a significant development in its global expansion, having
Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts has announced plans to unveil its biggest property and most impressive
PureGym has delivered a positive set of third quarter results, with revenues increasing to £137.7m,
JD Gyms, part of listed company, JD Sports Fashion plc, has sold UAE health club
Luxury Dubai hotel Burj Al Arab has introduced Swissline skincare into its Talise Spa with
The global wellness economy will be worth US$8.5 trillion by 2027, according to new research
JRA has appointed Matt Dawson, a former VP at experience design company Forrec, as its
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has switched locations from Qatar to Miami in light of
Industry heavyweight, Justin Musgrove, has joined Fitness First UK as CEO. A strong operator with
The World Spa Awards – the global initiative designed to celebrate and reward excellence in
FastFit EMS – a rapidly expanding chain of EMS (electrical muscle stimulation) studios in the
PureGym’s holding company, Pinnacle Bidco, has completed the £805m refinancing which was announced on Tuesday
Premium South African spa and skincare brand Terres d’Afrique* has announced new partnerships with four
PureGym added 190,000 new members in the first half of 2023 when compared with H1
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Teca StandUp is an exciting line, bringing something genuinely new to gyms
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
A major refurbishment of Sport Ireland Fitness by Technogym has created a world-class public gym at the home of Irish sport
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
At the heart of the Sydney Swans new headquarters in Australia is an elite player-focused training facility by strength equipment specialist BLK BOX
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Life Fitness has reimagined cardio with the launch of its Symbio line which has been designed with advanced biomechanics and offers deep levels of customisation
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Sustainability in the fitness industry is coming on in leaps and bounds as more operators refurbish their gym equipment to save money and the planet
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Coaching workshops from Keith Smith and Adam Daniel have been designed to empower your team and transform your service
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
When retailer, the €11 billion-a-year Colruyt Group, decided to get into the health club market, the plan was to fully integrate its entire business using customer insight data. The results are remarkable
HCM magazine
AI has the potential to support people in making healthy lifestyle changes if its algorithms can be updated to understand the different stages of motivation, as Jodi Heckel reports
HCM magazine
As more trans women, trans men and non-binary people join health clubs, it’s time to work out a system where everyone feels included, protected and safe in the locker room. Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
It’s time to start the conversation about pelvic health. It’s not just menopausal women who have challenges: young women and men can also experience issues they’re too embarrassed to discuss or seek help for, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Mark Tweedie

Associate, Miova
I’d love to see a national wellness service working hand in glove with NHS primary care
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you: [email protected]
HCM magazine
HCM People

Mariah Rooney

Founder, Trauma Informed Weight Lifting
When people experience early life trauma it impacts their bodies and nervous systems. I became curious about how lifting weights could help them have the experience of strength
HCM magazine
By the time you’ve finished your workout, your groceries for the week will be waiting for collection
HCM magazine
New research from UCLA Health looked at the impact of Kundalini yoga on memory and found a significant impact, finds Megan Whitby
HCM magazine
From payments to virtual classes, software integrations can take your operation to the next level. Providers tell us about their most in-demand offerings
HCM magazine
Appointed president of Xponential Fitness when she was only 34, Sarah Luna attributes her career success to the grit, determination and stamina she honed as a dancer by day and Pilates teacher by night. She talks to Kath Hudson about how owning her choices has given her the resilience to take on one of the top jobs in the US fitness industry, while also raising a family
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Altrafit introduces custom functional fitness equipment at Third Space
Altrafit has taken further steps to cement its reputation as a provider of high-quality, affordable functional fitness equipment that is built to last with the development and introduction of a new functional fitness keg for luxury gym operator, Third Space.
Company profiles
Company profile: Balanced Body®
Balanced Body is the global leader in Pilates equipment and education. Founded over 47 years ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Epassi UK
For the last 22 years Epassi UK have been on a mission to create a ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier showcase - Safe Space: Delivering the vision
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: 94 GLL Sport Foundation athletes set to shine at Paris 2024 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games
As the world gears up for the much-anticipated Paris 2024 Summer Olympic (26 July – 11 August) and Paralympic Games (28 August – 8 September), the GLL Sport Foundation (GSF) celebrates an impressive milestone.
Featured press releases
Alliance Leisure Services (Design, Build and Fund) press release: Alliance Leisure strikes gold with Investors In People Award
In recognition of its ongoing commitment to its people and the provision of a working environment that supports success and prosperity, Alliance Leisure is celebrating the achievement of an Investors In People Gold Award.
Directory
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Property & Tenders
Chiswick, Gillingham, York and Nottingham
Savills
Property & Tenders
Cleveland Lakes, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire
Cotswold Lakes Trust
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
08-10 Sep 2024
Wyndham® Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs™ Resort, Lake Buena Vista, United States
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
20-22 Sep 2024
Locations worldwide,
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
09-13 Oct 2024
Soneva Fushi, Maldives
Diary dates
10 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London,
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-06 Feb 2025
Coventry Building Society Arena, Coventry, United Kingdom
Diary dates
11-13 Feb 2025
Fairmont Riyadh , Saudi Arabia
Diary dates
10-13 Apr 2025
Exhibition Centre , Cologne, Germany
Diary dates
07-07 Jun 2025
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
28-31 Oct 2025
Koelnmesse, Cologne, Germany
Diary dates
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