pools news & features
Bannatyne is on a roll. Its CEO explains
how creating “affordable luxury” has
allowed the brand to grow and set its
sights on extending into Europe
HCM issue 6 2018
The new CEO of Fitness First Germany discusses his three-stage plan to buy up the competition and prepare the business for sale within the next three years
HCM issue 4 2018
Iberian fitness operator GO Fit is developing a low-cost, personalised gym offering based on the latest exercise science from academia
HCM issue 4 2018
easyGym is ready for global expansion and
its CEO says it will hit its goal by franchising
HCM issue 3 2018
Fitness World’s CEO on how health clubs
can use retail principles to succeed
HCM issue 2 2018
Dr Steven Mann shares findings from a
new report on leisure centre usage trends
HCM issue 10 2017
Tweaking health club food and beverages
can benefit revenue and member health
HCM issue 9 2017
LIVunLtd’s fitness director wants to
reinvent residential gyms
HCM issue 9 2017
The £1bn wellness network Could a network of community wellness hubs change the face of healthcare?
HCM issue 5 2017
The founder of Alex Fitness talks about European expansion, his new low-cost brand, and a goal of one million health club members in Russia by 2023
HCM issue 5 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.
news •
08 Feb 2017
Record, respond, resolve – key
stages in a customer feedback
system. Leisure-net’s Mike Hill
explains why opening up avenues
for customer feedback is a great
opportunity, not risky business
HCM Handbook 2017
The Saudi population is very inactive – but the Arena Group has its sights set on changing that, reports Kate Cracknell
HCM issue 2 2017
DW Sports’ Scott Best and Fitness First UK’s Martin Seibold outline their plans for the future, as the two brands join forces
HCM issue 1 2017
We showcase some eye-catching pools from health clubs around the world
HCM issue 10 2016
US-based health club chain Equinox is expanding into wellness-focused hotels. We talk to the brand’s design gurus
HCM issue 10 2016
Dutch construction firm Bright Buildings is creating a transparent swimming facility with a
retractable roof and walls that will “create an attractive transition from indoor to outdoor
activities.”
news •
27 Sep 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
The CEO of Jatomi Fitness talks to Kate Cracknell about building a business around the consumer, and the lessons fitness can take from the fast food sector
HCM issue 1 2016
Kate Cracknell speaks to the team responsible for the turnaround and future growth of the Total Fitness health club chain
HCM issue 8 2015
Rochester Midtown Athletic Club in the US believes there’s no charity too big or too small to support
HCM issue 8 2015
The founder and CEO of BioRitmo and SmartFit talks to Kate Cracknell about cannibalising his own brand, handing the reins to his staff, and the challenges of operating in Brazil
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
Gantner’s RFID system has helped a swimming complex in Norway become fully automated. We take a closer look at the project
HCM issue 2 2015
Pools cost substantial amounts of money to run, so how can operators mitigate any losses, maximise ROI and safeguard the future of their swimming pools?
HCM issue 2 2015
Ray Algar reports on the remarkable health club in the US that’s been giving back to its community for 26 years
HCM issue 11 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
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