virtual classes news & features
Attendance is sky-high at Les Mills’ latest club in New Zealand – and virtual classes are playing a starring role
HCM issue 6 2016
There’s a new, more relaxed attitude among consumers in terms of loyalty, says Imke Schuller of The Futures Company
HCM Handbook 2016
The value of exercise for mental health, and maintaining personal connections with members in a virtual era – these were some of the topics discussed at the panel debate that kicked off SIBEC Europe 2015 on the Costa Blanca, Spain, in November
HCM issue 1 2016
Les Mills outlines five steps to creating the best cycle experience
HCM issue 11 2015
Early adopter operators of virtual classes have used the technology to maximise use of their studios. Is it time for your club to go virtual?
HCM issue 9 2015
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
The health club of the future will have to be more flexible and adaptable, says Imke Schuller of The Futures Company
HCM issue 10 2015
How can health clubs broaden the appeal of indoor cycling? Kath Hudson asks the experts involved in this ever-growing sector
HCM issue 8 2015
Streamed virtual fitness classes led by celebrities are the latest craze – and one health clubs should monitor, as they reach audiences who don’t go to a gym. Amanda Ellison reports
HCM issue 6 2015
Kristen Walsh looks ahead to the European Congress, being held in Amsterdam from 16–19 October
HCM issue 9 2014
Dirk Kemmerling gives an overview of Germany's fitness market
HCM issue 4 2014
Anna Rounaja of Hukka Oy considers success in the Finnish fitness market, and IHRSA publishes its latest European report
HCM issue 11 2013
What will be the future of the traditional full-service club in the face of the growing microgym market? Kate Cracknell reports
HCM issue 10 2013
The MD of budget fitness operator Xercise4Less talks to Kate Cracknell about the company's brand new partnership with UK supermarket chain Tesco
HCM issue 9 2013
The founder and CEO of GoodLife Fitness talks to Kate Cracknell about putting an ethos of caring at the heart of his Canadian club empire
HCM issue 7 2013
Virtual classes are coming of age, bringing a new lease of life to group exercise studios. We report on this growing trend
HCM issue 4 2013
Are gyms currently maximising the revenue and retention potential of group exercise, asks Kate Cracknell
HCM issue 4 2013
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