Insight into the trends and opportunities for growth of the sector over the coming months

We round up the expansion plans of a selection of key private sector operators around the world, and offer a snapshot of upcoming UK public sector developments

AmpStrip, the new fitness device from wellness equipment supplier FitLinxx, was one of the wearable technology stars at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2015, which wrapped up last week.

David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) is soon to unveil one of the world’s first permanent Immersive Fitness studios at its Raynes Park club in London as part of an exclusive partnership with Les Mills.

We report on a recent project by MYZONE and Village Urban Resorts in Aberdeen

The vice president of Downsize Fitness in the US talks to Kate Cracknell about transforming the lives of an overweight population

This year’s SIBEC Europe event opened with a lively discussion forum covering wearable technology and Sports Direct Fitness’ £5 membership announcement

The author, pundit, TV celebrity and founder of The Huffington Post will talk about wellbeing and business success at IHRSA 2015

90 per cent of exercisers say they prefer to work out in a group. Is your studio timetable up to scratch?

What will the digital health club of the future look like? We ask the experts for their thoughts

Kate Cracknell talks to the GP who hit the headlines for recommending walking to his patients, and finds out why he thinks more GPs should be following suit

PayasUgym, the online gym pass provider, has teamed up with British Military Fitness (BMF) as part of a concerted push into the outdoor training market.

How can health clubs better use the reams of data generated by their in-club software systems to make smarter business decisions? Kate Langrish reports

Michael Oliver analyses the findings of Mintel’s 2014 Health and Fitness Clubs industry report

Two new studies into children’s exercise look at why it matters, and how we can help ensure it happens

One of the early adopters of the Gladstone MobilePro app explains how it has improved their business

Inspired by his childhood in Africa, Amen Iseghohi launched a chain of back-to-basics gyms that use recycled tyres. He talks to Magali Robathan

How can you get more members attending more often and recommending your club to their friends and family?

Manraaj Sunner offers his advice to health clubs looking to develop an effective social media strategy

Online gym pass provider PayasUgym has launched an innovative new Fitness Marketplace enabling customers to search and choose gym passes, fitness classes and memberships from more than 2,000 gyms and health clubs across the country.

Why Les Mills group programming can have a powerful impact on retention

A new query builder and business intelligence tool – eyeQ – has been brought onto the leisure market

When planning a new schedule for your facility, remember to apply the ‘four Cs’, says Everyone Active’s James Bowden

The University of Huddersfield’s gym area gets a functional flooring boost and a brand new look – in just five hours

Kristen Walsh looks ahead to the European Congress, being held in Amsterdam from 16–19 October

Ray Algar reports on a joint US mission bringing war veterans and communities together through fitness initiatives

Nicky Jobson looks ahead to the highlights in store for visitors to this year’s Leisure Industry Week

Which elements of the member journey are most linked to retention levels? Dr Melvyn Hillsdon outlines the findings of the TRP 10,000 report

Virgin Active has unveiled plans to launch two new ‘technology-focused’ clubs in London during early 2015.

Amanda Baker investigates how much of an impact new research findings have on the way mind-body classes are delivered in gyms