studio news & features
Software suppliers tell Steph Eaves how they’ve upgraded to help health clubs rapidly adapt to the needs of consumers in a pandemic environment
HCM issue 11 2021
Nordic operator SATS is on a mission to get everyone into exercise, as its CEO explains to Kate Cracknell
HCM issue 11 2021
Industry reports show that when gyms reopened, fitness enthusiasts flocked back to their
local gyms. While this is encouraging news, the one thing these reports often miss is the
opportunity that has been created in the last year and a half.
promotion •
02 Dec 2021
Boxx has launched a new generation punch bag and smart punch trackers that work with an
app to bring expert training, tracking and studio-quality sessions into homes.
news •
01 Dec 2021
Electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) Training will drive secondary revenue and increase PT
penetration. It will accelerate and improve outcomes for users as well as build confidence
with people who are struggling to get back to training post lockdown.
product innovation •
23 Nov 2021
Life Fitness has launched a new mobile app named Life Fitness Connect to provide the
ultimate
workout experience.
promotion •
22 Nov 2021
Grndhouse has raised a £1.5m financing round led by venture capital firm Passion Capital.
news •
15 Nov 2021
Indoor cycling classes can be intimidating to the uninitiated. Suppliers share their tips on how to encourage beginners into the cycling studio
HCM issue 10 2021
Property deals, licencing and IP collaborations are opening up new opportunities across the sector and demanding our attention, says Liz Terry
HCM issue 10 2021
A US study by ClubIntel for IHRSA and ABC Software highlights opportunities for operators to grow their businesses by engaging with key consumer groups
HCM issue 10 2021
The Amsterdam-based duo explain their plans for growing the Urban Gym Group using a counter-cyclical investment strategy and multiple brands, while also holding the Benelux master franchise agreement for TRIB3
HCM issue 10 2021
The CEO of West Wood Clubs and chair of a resurgent IHRSA discusses the organisation’s plans and priorities
HCM issue 10 2021
Armah Sports has opened the first of the B_fit chain of health clubs. Utilising AI, VR and the Internet of Things, it’s the first club in the world
to be Amazon Alexa-enabled
HCM issue 10 2021
The CEO of Total Fitness talks about a tenure filled with dramatic growth, pandemic impact and a CVA
HCM issue 10 2021
Life Fitness today has unveiled a new free-to-download mobile app that offers advanced workout
tracking capabilities and on-demand classes.
news •
27 Oct 2021
Following our update on bounceback in the big-box market last month, we talk to studios about how they’re trading
HCM issue 9 2021
Mindbody has announced it's buying ClassPass, the consumer wellness subscription
service
which enables people to use a range of gyms, studios and wellness facilities for one
monthly
subscription.
news •
13 Oct 2021
The industry veteran is launching Afrofit, a new health club business in Africa
HCM issue 9 2021
This year’s IHRSA Global Report is a record of the impact of the pandemic on the sector, creating a benchmark from which to understand the recovery
HCM issue 9 2021
FitnessOnDemand (FOD) [IHRSA BOOTH 1509] the leader in on-demand content from the world’s
most innovative fitness brands and celebrity trainers, this month introduces a new platform
evolution for all club operators and their customers.
product innovation •
12 Oct 2021
Matt Miller, founder of leading yoga training platform Broga has announced the launch of
Earth+Sky – a collection of cinematic virtual wellbeing classes filmed in breath-taking
locations around the world.
product innovation •
11 Oct 2021
Les Mills is expanding its digital operations by replacing its existing on-demand services
with the launch of a new platform that adds live workouts to the mix.
news •
04 Oct 2021
Amazon has made a major move to grab itself a bigger share of the digital fitness and wellness
market, by significantly expanding its Halo offer.
news •
03 Oct 2021
Sport England has launched its own on-demand fitness platform, with the hope of inspiring
teenage
girls to get active through digital physical education (PE) lessons.
news •
30 Sep 2021
London boutique The Refinery has created an avatar-led digital offering
Fit Tech issue 2 2021
The co-founder of Auro on why audio-only is best
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
Intelivideo has signed a partnership deal with software specialist ABC Fitness Solutions, which will
expand the reach of its digital fitness platform in North America.
news •
30 Aug 2021
Les Mills is launching a new digital network called
Les Mills Connect to help clubs build back better and
emerge from the pandemic with a stronger business
HCM issue 8 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
Orbit4 is a leading FitTech brand that provides gym operators with a comprehensive software solution ...
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