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HCM magazine 2026 issue 8 is now out!: Read the digital edition of the latest issue of HCM magazine online FREE! This issue features Alex Perry: "Nuffield is bringing movement to medicine" t.​lei.​sr/TVkmD7
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PureGym agrees larger refinancing deal to support expansion: PureGym has agreed the terms of a larger refinancing deal that will give it more financial flexibility as it expands and move a major debt repayment deadline from 2028 to 2032. t.​lei.​sr/TVkfFv
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OurHouse to include school-age children in its proposition: OurHouse, which operates family clubs combining fitness and wellness, co-working, childcare, play and hospitality, is expanding its offer for older children as it looks to evolve the model and retain… t.​lei.​sr/TVkbyY
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GymNation announces bullish plans for Asia: GymNation has announced its launch into Asia, with the first Thailand gym set to open in Bangkok in January 2027, with the goal of 30 more within three years. t.​lei.​sr/TVkVbB
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Matchmaking and dating are moving into the fitness mix, creating opportunities for connection – and new questions around privacy, consent and unwanted attention t.​lei.​sr/TVjrV2
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Hilton research points to a stronger role for wellness in hotel selection: Thermal bathing, hydrotherapy and nature-based wellness are emerging as important considerations for hotel guests, according to Hilton’s 2027 Trends Report, The Great Rebalance. t.​lei.​sr/TVjg57
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UK spa sector joins collective industry campaign for VAT cut #UKSA #spa @britishbeautycl #beautyindustry: The UK Spa Association (UKSA) is backing a UK-wide industry campaign calling on the government to reduce VAT on professional hairdressing,… t.lei.sr/TVhDlq
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Shigeru Ban-designed wellness retreat brings Japanese ‘pre-illness’ philosophy to Awaji Island: The Pasona Natureverse retreat has opened on Awaji Island in Japan, with a wellness proposition built around the Japanese concept of mibyo, or ‘pre-illness’,… t.lei.sr/TVgshM
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National Geographic Live to launch at new US$300m Museum of Exploration: National Geographic is bringing its National Geographic Live series to its new US$300m (£226m) Museum of Exploration in Washington DC, with this first of a new generation of live… t.lei.sr/TVfwFH
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The concept developed by Fitness Park and BLK BOX has taken functional and hybrid training to a new level, creating a flexible, scalable concept that can be rolled out across the company’s estate t.lei.sr/TVftWC
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.@TheBeaumontLDN reopens #spa following refurbishment #hotelspa @OSKIA @DanielGalvinLDN: The Beaumont Mayfair, a hotel in London, UK, has reopened its spa following a refurbishment that has introduced a new sauna, steam room, cold plunge and relaxation… t.lei.sr/TVf7ZT
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UK fitness could reach 17 million members by 2032, says UK Active: The UK health and fitness sector could reach 17 million members by 2032 if its current growth trajectory continues, but operators will need to work harder to reach women, lower… t.lei.sr/TVf0WC
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Team GB triathlon legend, Alistair Brownlee will close the HFA Congress today: Delegates are returning to London Stadium for day two of the HFA European Congress, with healthcare integration, retention, acquisitions and professional standards among the… t.lei.sr/TVdh2j
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Merrithew builds global movement platform with Gyrotonic acquisition: Merrithew is building a global portfolio of Pilates and mindful movement brands, following its acquisition of the Gyrotonic organisation. t.lei.sr/TVdY57
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Neko Health makes US debut in New York with 25,000 people on waitlist: Neko Health has made its US debut, opening its first clinic in New York as it begins the next phase of an international expansion programme. t.lei.sr/TVdT5d
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Bathhouse sector eyes multi-site expansion as revenues grow, says @Global_GWI Initiative survey #bathhouse #spa: The bathhouse and thermal wellness sector is entering a period of expansion, with nearly two- thirds of operators surveyed expecting to run… t.lei.sr/TVdDMJ
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Independent Gyms and Future Fit design CPD for independent operators: Future Fit for Business has teamed up with member organisation Independent Gyms to launch a training academy designed to make professional development more accessible to owner-… t.lei.sr/TVd4r0
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Day #spa #ForumThermal to open in #Calgary with "unscripted" Social, Whisper and Silent spaces #contrasttherapy: An 18,000sq ft thermal spa called Forum Thermal will open in Calgary, in the Canadian province of Alberta, later this year. t.lei.sr/TVd071
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HFA European Congress opens in London: The HFA European Congress kicks off at London Stadium in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park today, bringing together fitness industry leaders from across Europe and beyond for two days of education, networking and debate. t.lei.sr/TVcrDJ
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Common Bond shuts all studios ‘until further notice’: Boutique operator Common Bond has abruptly closed all its London studios, little more than a year after the company was formed to take over the assets and brands of United Fitness Brands following its… t.lei.sr/TVckYW
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