leisure centre news & features
Eastern Leisure Centre in Cardiff gets
new state-of-the-art flooring from
Gerflor as part of a £6.5m makeover
HCM issue 6 2017
Flooring solutions specialist TVS Group pulled out all the stops to transform the free weights area at Huddersfield Leisure Centre and leave the gym in great shape for the new year rush and beyond
HCM issue 4 2017
We delve into the science behind EMS (electronic muscle stimulation) training
HCM issue 4 2017
New Zealand consistently beats the UK in Net Promotor Scores – a measure of customer satisfaction. Mike Hill reports
HCM issue 4 2017
Executive director Steven Ward outlines ukactive’s focus for the next few years
HCM issue 3 2017
The International Association for Sports and Leisure Facilities (IAKS) has planned an
“unprecedented sharing of expertise, insight and discussion” on the design, development
and operation of leisure centres and swimming pools this week.
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08 Feb 2017
We speak to Instructability’s Hilary Farmiloe about ensuring disabled people are represented in the fitness workforce
HCM issue 2 2017
In the first of a two-part series on the evolution of ukactive, the organisation’s executive director Steven Ward looks at what’s changed over recent years
HCM issue 2 2017
Halo Leisure has been working with Legend software to transform its customer journeys,
identify at-risk members and build stronger relationships with all customer segments
HCM issue 2 2017
Managing director at INTOTRI Michael Burkert tells how INTOTRI is removing the barriers to triathlon participation
HCM issue 1 2017
Huddersfield University and Leeds fitness centre, ProFIT28, get to grips with their newly installed Gerflor products
HCM issue 11 2016
The CEO of the ICAA discusses the business case for creating fully inclusive health clubs, and why many operators are still failing to welcome older adults
HCM issue 11 2016
1Life has transformed a sorry-looking shed in Milton Keynes into a thriving cross-training hub
HCM issue 10 2016
Innovation runs right through the core of the new and improved Woughton Leisure Centre, which has been given the 1Life treatment to reinvigorate the site
HCM issue 9 2016
Gladstone’s new access control solution doesn’t just provide security and attendance tracking – it also delivers insights into how customers use your facilities
HCM issue 9 2016
1Life’s brand transformation has helped it overcome adversity and win back business in the challenging Milton Keynes market
HCM issue 7 2016
Annie Holden, Everyone Health, preventative, prevention, Everyone Active, public health, Kate Cracknell
HCM issue 6 2016
Innovative Wattbike training zones are transforming studios and gym floors across the country
HCM issue 6 2016
A look at how How Inverclyde Leisure has driven business transformation, cut costs and grown revenues
HCM issue 6 2016
Sentinel Leisure Trust’s innovative model sees its commercial arm driving revenue to keep its leisure offering affordable
HCM issue 6 2016
We report on the good, the bad and the ugly of changing room provision
HCM issue 5 2016
The Sport England CEO talks to Matthew Campelli about the government’s new sporting strategy, and the opportunities this presents all physical activity providers
HCM issue 3 2016
Only 60 per cent of people coming into a gym to make enquiries are asked for their contact details. Mystery shopper specialist Proinsight shares the findings of its latest research into sales performance across the fitness sector
HCM issue 2 2016
Brands today must challenge their customers to do and be better – but how? Global trend agency trendwatching.com offers insights into how this might be achieved
HCM issue 11 2015
The ability to buy online is key for consumers – so how should membership sales be managed in this context?
HCM issue 7 2015
Alliance Leisure smoothed the way through design and build for clients in Doncaster and Cwmbran
HCM issue 6 2015
Does the general public even know what a fit, healthy body looks like any more? Kate Cracknell asks the question as she contemplates the recent ‘Beach Body’ furore
HCM issue 6 2015
Adopting a more intelligent approach to energy usage can save thousands of pounds a year without compromising service. Consultant Simon Wright shares his top tips
HCM issue 5 2015
Ninety per cent of exercisers say they prefer to work out in a group – ensure your group exercise timetable has pulling power, says Les Mills UK
HCM issue 3 2015
Gladstone showcases its new app, which has been designed to help users book and pay for classes and activities on the go
HCM issue 3 2015
The focus for two decades was low temperature saltwater hydrotherapy, in particular the CryoSpa Sport ...
Spivi is an immersive fitness gamification platform that helps gym operators to achieve better retention ...