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Recreation Assistant
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Location: Stratford-upon-Avon
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Duty Manager
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Location: Wythenshawe
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Self Employed Personal Trainer
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Location: Middlesbrough
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Recreation Assistant (Dry Site)
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Location: Market Rasen
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Team Leader (Dry Site)
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Community Activator Coach Apprentice
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Location: Stowmarket, Suffolk
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GP Exercise Referral Instructor
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Location: Harrow
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Activity and Wellbeing Coordinator
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Padel Tennis Lease Opportunity
Location: Stratford, East London. Company: Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Greenwood Family Theme Park for sale
Location: Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN Company: Newmark
South Coast Beach Restaurant To Let
Location: Newhaven, Sussex Company: EiA Real Estate
Expressions of interest to lease Tutbury Castle
Location: Tutbury Castle, Staffordshire Company: Savills
Invite to Tender for Leisure Management Systems
Location: Oxford Company: University of Oxford
Historical Significance meets Unique Investment Opportunity
Location: Jersey Company: Jersey War Tunnels
Partnership Opportunity at Cleveland Lakes in the Cotswold Water Park
Location: Cleveland Lakes, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire Company: Cotswold Lakes Trust
Tender: retail units at The Engine Yard, Belvoir Castle
Location: Grantham, Leicestershire Company: Belvoir Castle
Tender: Open Day at Hall Place, Bexley to discuss commercial opportunities
Location: Hall Place House, Bexley, DA5 1PQ Company: London Borough of Bexley
Tender: Forestry Commission - Forest Nets Concession Opportunity
Location: 15 Concessions across the nation's forests Company: Forestry England
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News headlines
Design-led Koru Health Club combines high-performance training with recovery  
Design-led Koru Health Club combines high-performance training with recovery

By Kath Hudson

Koru Health Club launched recently within Luxembourg’s multi-experience destination, GRID X, which combines culture, retail and hospitality. The club combines high-end sports facilities with a strong sense of community in an ultra-modern space.

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Elevate taps a wide range of critical industry trends  
Elevate taps a wide range of critical industry trends

By Kath Hudson

Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Elevate has had its busiest show to date, with almost 200 exhibitors, 115 seminars and 200 speakers over two days, with numbers understood to be up by ten per cent over the two days.

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£30m growth opportunity identified in personal training  
By Liz Terry

A new report from Your Personal Training (YPT) suggests UK gym operators could be missing out on revenue and retention opportunities they could be enjoying if they maximised the .... more>>

PureGym appoints Alex Wood as CEO as Clive Chesser steps down  
By Kath Hudson

PureGym Group has announced that group chief financial officer, Alex Wood, is taking over the role of CEO, as Clive Chesser steps down.

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Fitness Worx introduces blood testing  
By Kath Hudson

Independent operator, Fitness Worx Gyms, is introducing private blood testing as a service to members.

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Global industry organisations join forces to call for physical activity to be embedded into GLP-1 care pathways  
By Kath Hudson

International industry lobbying associations are calling for physical activity and strength training to be deeply integrated with GLP-1 treatment.

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Les Mills calls on the industry to support UNICEF  
By Kath Hudson

Global group exercise specialist, Les Mills, is inviting operators to sign up to its Workout for the World event on 20 June, in support of UNICEF.

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HUM2N launches longevity clinic at Six Senses London  
By Kath Hudson

Global luxury hospitality brand, Six Senses, has partnered with longevity healthcare provider, HUM2N, to launch a clinic at Six Senses London, at The Whiteley.

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KX Chelsea invests £15 million to upgrade its wellness offering  
By Kath Hudson

Premium London health club, KX Chelsea, is gearing up to unveil its most significant redevelopment since its launch in 2002.

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Researchers identify a drug which reduces muscle loss when using GLP-1 medications  
By Kath Hudson

Researchers in the US have identified an antibody which could greatly reduce the loss of lean muscle mass in people who are taking weight-loss medications.

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Peloton signals potential move into reformer Pilates with Skop acquisition  
By Kath Hudson

Peloton has made the strategic acquisition of Pilates start-up, Skōp, to support the expansion of its strength ecosystem.

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Crunch Fitness creates more affordable reformer Pilates concept  
By Kath Hudson

Crunch Fitness has announced the launch of Crunch Reform Pilates – its own reformer concept designed to bring this fast growing, but rather expensive, modality into the mainstream. 

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As the 20th State of the Industry Report is released, LeisureDB rebrands to Evolve  
By Kath Hudson

The 20th State of the Industry Report from LeisureDB has revealed a resilient, expanding and competitive sector, the importance of differentiation and the ongoing challenge of .... more>>

Orangetheory set for Italian expansion and Technogym tie-up  
By Kath Hudson

Purpose Brands has announced its entry into the Italian market, having sold the franchise rights for four Orangetheory Fitness studios to Icon Palestre.

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Fitness First adds red light therapy to relaxation classes  
By Kath Hudson

Fitness First UK is integrating red light therapy into its yoga and Pilates classes through a partnership with Bon Charge.

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Features
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs

Sponsored:
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs


High-level training is not only about intensity and performance, but also about the ability to build consistency over time through a conscious approach to recovery, says Riccardo Turri
Everyone's talking about ... filming in gyms

Talking point:
Everyone's talking about ... filming in gyms


Do influencers bring valuable marketing to clubs, or simply cause harm to other members? Kath Hudson asks the experts
Shifting the trajectory

Research:
Shifting the trajectory


Tiny improvements to sleep, diet and activity levels have major benefits for heart health, according to a study from the University of Sydney
Power Plate – Closing the gender gap

Sponsored:
Power Plate – Closing the gender gap


David Lloyd is stepping up its commitment to women’s health as it continues to explore what fit-for-purpose looks like for the female population
Stephen Price

HCM People:
Stephen Price


The founder of SP&Co Group is building bridges between acute healthcare and community wellbeing systems
From nightclub to health club

Supplier Showcase:
From nightclub to health club


Matrix and Energie Fitness have partnered to transform an iconic landmark into a premium four-floor fitness destination
HCM Directory

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HCM Directory


If you’re in procurement, the HCM Directory is part of an extensive network of resources designed for you that includes www.HCMmag.com/CompanyProfiles
Muir Gray

Interview:
Muir Gray


The healthy ageing advocate argues that doctors should be prescribing exercise along with – or instead of – medication
Product news
HPO Tech introduces hyperbaric chamber, Oyster

HPO Tech introduces hyperbaric chamber, Oyster

FROM FITNESS-KIT.NET

HPO Tech has created a single-seat hyperbaric chamber, called Oyster, with an acrylic domed lid that opens upwards like a shell.
 
Manduka debuts premium P/ROX hybrid fitness mat

Manduka debuts premium P/ROX hybrid fitness mat

FROM FITNESS-KIT.NET

Manduka, a leading manufacturer of premium yoga mats has launched its P/ROX hybrid fitness mat, crafted for athletes and functional fitness practitioners who move between yoga and fitness training.
 
Nilo Spa Design introduces Marea dry flotation bed

Nilo Spa Design introduces Marea dry flotation bed

FROM FITNESS-KIT.NET

Nilo Spa Design has launched a dry flotation bed called Marea that uses 500 litres of water to support the body evenly in a zero-gravity-like experience.
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Eleiko Group AB

Founded in 1957 in Halmstad, Sweden, Eleiko transformed strength training by introducing the first barbell to last an entire competition at the 1963 World Weightlifting Championships in Stockholm.

Eleiko continues to innovate and craft world-class strength equipment designed to help people perform better — in sport and in life. With over 65 years of expertise, we design and manufacture precision-crafted strength products trusted by the world’s top competitions, training facilities, and home gyms.
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Elevate 2026 to mark 10-year anniversary with biggest ever waterfront drinks reception

Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming the event’s largest-ever drinks reception as registrations continue to run more than 10% ahead of last year.
  Elevate 2026 to mark 10-year anniversary with biggest ever waterfront drinks reception
Reaching the people most gyms miss: Bedford Gym & Swim Campaign delivers 410 new members

One of the biggest mistakes the fitness industry still makes is advertising almost exclusively to people who already look and live like gym members.
  Reaching the people most gyms miss: Bedford Gym & Swim Campaign delivers 410 new members

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