London news & features
If the fitness industry grew its membership base from 1 per cent to 15 per cent of members aged over 65, it would double in value and size, says David Minton
HCM issue 9 2021
The CEO of The Great Outdoor Gym Company has been awarded an MBE. We find out about her work and vision
HCM issue 9 2021
The chair of the Black Swimming Association on how operators can support people of colour in getting fitter
HCM issue 9 2021
The co-founder of Auro on why audio-only is best
Fit Tech issue 2 2021
London boutique The Refinery has created an avatar-led digital offering
Fit Tech issue 2 2021
As Surge expands its offer with the launch of a third dedicated Electronic Muscle
Stimulation
(EMS) studio this summer – this time in Fleet Street, London – the brand reflects on the
vital role of its estate wide digital ecosystem, created in partnership with Fisikal,
designed to drive business efficiencies and commercial success.
product innovation •
13 Sep 2021
Andy Janes and Jamie Whisken explain the vision behind
R1SE Bournemouth, and why Technogym was their choice
of partner in delivering their unique fusion boutique
HCM issue 8 2021
The CEO of Third Space talks about the company’s recent deal with KSL and plans for growth
HCM issue 8 2021
The GLL Sports Foundation, which supports athletes in their bid for Olympic Gold, had its best Games ever in Tokyo
HCM issue 8 2021
Following its IPO, the sporting superstar is investing in global gym franchise, F45
HCM issue 8 2021
As the world grapples with climate change and prepares for COP26 in Glasgow, David Minton says it’s time for the fitness industry to step up and make its own contribution to saving the planet
HCM issue 8 2021
There are no official numbers indicating how operators are faring after lockdown. In the first part of this special report, HCM talks to big box operators. Next issue we talk to the boutiques
HCM issue 8 2021
The Gym Group and its hybrid partner, Fiit, have taken their relationship to a new level with the opening of in-gym Fiit Pods and Studios. HCM finds out more from Dan Shellard and Barney Harrison
HCM issue 8 2021
Power Plate has teamed up with Myzone to provide its community with new class experiences
and
the opportunity to offer rewards based on effort, every time they move.
product innovation •
09 Aug 2021
The Gym Group has extended its partnership with digital fitness platform Fiit, becoming
the first budget gym operator to offer its members a hybrid club-in-club option.
news •
27 Jul 2021
A selection of stats to illustrate how the pandemic has impacted our industry
HCM Handbook 2021
The Leisure Database Company’s David Minton says change should be considered the new norm in his industry analysis. Going forward, operators should be broadening their offerings to incorporate nature and targeting older people
HCM Handbook 2021
The world’s first virtual reality gym and the world’s first social wellness club. Kath Hudson looks at some of the exciting new concepts to emerge in the last year
HCM Handbook 2021
Empowered Brands has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment
of a new chair and CEO following the untimely death of founder, Jan Spaticchia
HCM issue 7 2021
Therme Group’s CEO explains the rollout of the company’s 100,000sq m wellness resorts around the world
HCM issue 7 2021
The founder and CEO of RSG Group talks to HCM about acquiring Gold’s Gym, continuing the global expansion of John Reed and dealing with COVID-19
HCM issue 7 2021
Magicline gym management software – the system used by RSG Group – has been
launched globally in English by owner, The Sport Alliance Group.
news •
06 Jul 2021
The owners of Retrofit decided to build a facility that encompassed all the parts of different gyms they’ve loved
HCM issue 6 2021
We look at findings from research investigating individual responses to food
HCM issue 6 2021
The CEO of KX and KXU on taking the brand to New York in partnership with Casa Cipriani
HCM issue 6 2021
The pandemic has led to an increase in the popularity of bite-sized workouts that can be fit in between Zoom calls. But will this trend endure?
HCM issue 6 2021
HCM rounds up the latest flooring news from across the sector, with contributions from TVS, Pavigym, Paviflex and Physical Company
HCM issue 5 2021
The entrepreneur Ben Alderton is rolling out the Solo60 micro-gym concept
HCM issue 5 2021
Fit tech firm Vaha is launching its interactive fitness mirror into the UK home fitness market.
news •
12 May 2021
Following reports of a bid to buy the Bannatyne Group, we get the lowdown on how the business has been faring and plans for 2021 from its de facto CEO
HCM issue 4 2021
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