court news & features
IHRSA’s Kristen Walsh shares the most
interesting findings from the 2019 IHRSA
Health Club Consumer Report
HCM issue 11 2019
Members of Gen Z have come of age
and are now some of the most engaged
consumers of fitness. Researchers,
leisure-net, look at the numbers
HCM issue 9 2019
University is where young people
discover lifelong passions. Check out
some of the new facilities promoting
activity and wellness on campus
HCM issue 7 2019
Tennis fans visiting this year's Wimbledon championships will be offered an opportunity to
practise on Centre Court alongside Andy Murray – in virtual reality.
news •
20 Jun 2019
Could Versaclimber classes become the
next big thing? We check out the concepts
reinvigorating this classic piece of kit
HCM issue 4 2019
More operators are appointing heads of group exercise, evidence that this is more than just a trend. We talk to those from Third Space, Pure Gym and Virgin Active
HCM issue 3 2019
These industry veterans are one of the
largest Planet Fitness franchisees. They
tell us the secret to their success
HCM issue 2 2019
The right gym flooring can put members
in the mood to move. We’ve rounded
up seven innovative projects that take
flooring to the next level
HCM issue 11 2018
Mike Hill and Professor Simon Shibli summarise the
importance of National Benchmarking Service data in
enabling clients to set realistic priorities and objectives
HCM Handbook 2018
Construction specialist Willmott Dixon is looking to shake up the way public sector procures leisure facilities, with a new partnership-based approach
HCM issue 4 2018
We take a close look at the impressive
layout and design of the newly renovated
Midtown Athletic Club in Chicago
HCM issue 3 2018
Tom Walker investigates legal liability –
exploring the considerations operators
must make to ensure they keep
themselves and their customers safe
HCM issue 10 2017
The MD of JD Gyms shares details of the next phase of the brand’s expansion
HCM issue 8 2017
Leighton Park School and Queen Anne’s School are encouraging girls to develop lifelong fitness habits with new equipment from Matrix
HCM issue 1 2017
Sport England has entered into a technology partnership that will help people get
physically active with the use of apps.
news •
01 Nov 2016
The vibration platform provider has rebranded, focusing on its value as a warm-up and cool-down tool
HCM issue 10 2016
oneone fitness, UK developer of premium software based solutions, has launched gym budd-e, an interactive fitness kiosk designed to transform members’ gym floor experience
HCM issue 9 2016
Gymtopia’s Ray Algar reports on a health club that now offers a world-class facility for people with spinal cord injuries
HCM issue 7 2016
With the iGym project, Pulse transformed an empty shell into an inspiring hi-tech facility in just 10 weeks
HCM issue 1 2016
For budget-conscious facilities looking to expand their customer base, virtual classes are still a largely untapped market – particularly in the children and families segment
HCM issue 9 2015
With cycling one of the fastest-growing sports in the UK, and the public looking to use technology to maximise training benefits, demand for Wattbike has been growing strongly
HCM issue 2 2015
MD Chris Johnson explains why Pulse is about so much more than just equipment
HCM issue 1 2015
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
HCM issue 10 2014
When planning a new schedule for your facility, remember to apply the ‘four Cs’, says Everyone Active’s James Bowden
HCM issue 9 2014
Nike has unveiled the world's first LED basketball court in Shanghai, China, a facility that
has been created for basketball star Kobe Bryant to help train young players in Shanghai
as part of Nike’s RISE campaign.
news •
15 Aug 2014
How should we define obesity – is it a disease, a disability or a lifestyle condition? And why does this definition matter? Kate Cracknell shares her thoughts
HCM issue 8 2014
The 2014 Wimbledon tennis championship has kicked off today with a number of
technological innovations which are set to improve the way "digital fans"
(spectators with mobile devices) engage with the action.
news •
23 Jun 2014
Technology giant IBM is pushing ahead with the development of predictive
analytics to help experts forecast the outcome of sports games, while also
providing fans with more intriguing statistics during contests.
news •
02 May 2014
Whether for top athletes or recreational cyclists, the Wattbike offers benefits for both user and club
HCM issue 5 2014
A free school in Luton is the first in the UK to be set up by a leisure trust. Rhianon Howells finds out about its healthy approach
HCM issue 2 2014
Panatta's mission is to create machines that are aesthetically pleasing, functional and competitive in price ...
All fitness education providers currently out there are one and the same. They vary in ...