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Director of Operations
Salary: £61,000 - £64,000 + exceptional pension + excellent benefits
Location: Luton, UK
Company: Active Luton


Duty Manager
Salary: Competitive
Location: Middlesbrough
Company: Everyone Active
Centre Manager (Leisure)
Salary: £40,221 - £42,403pa + pension + benefits
Location: Exeter, UK
Company: Exeter City Council
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Team Leader
Salary: Competitive salary, excellent benefits
Location: Bristol
Company: Everyone Active
Exercise Referral Instructor
Salary: Competitive
Location: Bristol
Company: Everyone Active
Duty Manager Golf and Athletics
Salary: £30,027pa + non-contrib pension + benefits
Location: Stockwood Park Golf Club, London Road, Luton, UK
Company: Active Luton
Leisure Centre Duty Manager
Salary: £24,687.57pa + pension + health care + benefits
Location: Uppingham, Oakham, UK
Company: Uppingham School
Fitness Motivator and Personal Trainer
Location: Market Rasen
Company: Everyone Active

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• Virgin gets right to wipe out rent arrears
• Fitness industry mourns passing of Jan Spaticchia
• STA offers mindfulness resources


Property & tenders
30 acres at Clays Lane, Debden Green, Loughton
Location: Loughton, IG10 Company: Knight Frank
Tender: retail units at The Engine Yard, Belvoir Castle
Location: Grantham, Leicestershire Company: Belvoir Castle
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News headlines
Peloton considers de-listing to draw a line under pandemic challenges  
Peloton considers de-listing to draw a line under pandemic challenges

By Liz Terry

Peloton Interactive Inc is believed to be working to get its costs under control in a bid to align with the expectations of private equity investors as it considers de-listing. The company’s rollercoaster ride from a valuation of around US$50 billion at the height of the pandemic to a US$1.3 billion valuation .... more>>
Equinox teams up with Dr Mark Hyman's Function Health to offer $40k annual healthspan programme  
Equinox teams up with Dr Mark Hyman's Function Health to offer $40k annual healthspan programme

By Kath Hudson

Equinox, has teamed up with health platform, Function Health, to offer 100 comprehensive laboratory tests, giving members vital insights into their internal health as part of an Optimize by Equinox membership. Priced at US$40,000 a year, in addition to a gym membership, the programme costs the equivalent of .... more>>

'Huff and Puff' – Australian research emphasises the importance of keeping up the cardio  
By Kath Hudson

Having good levels of cardiorespiratory fitness cuts disease and premature death by 11 to 17 per cent according to new research from the University of South Australia (UniSA). As strength .... more>>
SHA Wellness shares vision for “world’s first healthy living island” in UAE  
By Megan Whitby

Spanish wellness brand SHA Wellness Clinic is busy preparing to bolster its wellness portfolio in 2026 with a hyper-exclusive island wellness enclave in AlJurf, UAE. SHA Emirates Island .... more>>
John Kersh joins Crunch Fitness following exit from Xponential  
By Kath Hudson

US gym chain, Crunch Fitness, has bolstered its global expansion plans with the appointment of John Kersh as managing director of international development. Kersh has more than 25 years of .... more>>
Breakers Hotel in Long Beach to relaunch as Fairmont property with tech-forward spa in 2024  
By Megan Whitby

The historic Breakers Hotel in Long Beach, California, is set to reopen in mid-2024 as a Fairmont Hotels & Resorts property after a significant restoration and redevelopment project. The .... more>>
Kempinski to make Vietnamese debut with riverside resort and spa designed by Kengo Kuma  
By Megan Whitby

High-end five-star hotel company Kempinski Hotels is making its mark in Vietnam with a luxury waterfront property overlooking the Saigon River. Set to open by 2026, Kempinski Saigon River .... more>>
Belgian start-up, Moonbird, is on a mission to teach the world to breathe  
By Kath Hudson

Moonbird is a tactile breathing coach, which provides real-time biofeedback, measuring heart rate and heart rate variability. Studies show it can reduce anxiety and improve sleep quality. .... more>>
Barry’s considers next investor move, as North Castle Partners looks to exit  
By Kath Hudson

Barry’s – known for its HIIT workouts combining treadmills and weights – is thought to be looking at strategic options, including taking on a new backer. Talking exclusively to HCM global .... more>>
Providence Equity Partners takes control of VivaGym and its Fitness Hut brand  
By Kath Hudson

US private equity fund, Providence Equity Partners, is acquiring a majority stake in VivaGym from Bridges Fund Management, which will exit as a shareholder. Financial terms have not been .... more>>
UK's Royal attractions had a bumper year in 2023  
By Liz Terry

Numbers from the Association of Leading Visitor Attractions, (ALVA) show that Royal attractions saw a huge increase in visitor numbers during 2023 – the coronation year of King Charles III. .... more>>
Efteling to convert steam trains to electric as part of green drive  
By Magali Robathan

As part of its drive to become carbon neutral by 2030 and carbon positive by 2032, Dutch theme park Efteling has announced plans to convert its steam trains from coal to electric. Efteling .... more>>
Basic-Fit hints Spanish Holmes Place clubs might be sold  
By Kath Hudson

There is speculation that Basic Fit will sell the five Spanish Holmes Place clubs it has just acquired from RSG Group in a 47-club deal. In the Q1 trading update released today, Basic-Fit .... more>>
Kerzner to expand Siro portfolio with recovery-focused hotels in Los Cabos and Riyadh  
By Megan Whitby

Kerzner International has signed deals to operate two new Siro recovery hotels in Mexico and Saudi Arabia, following the launch of the inaugural Siro property in Dubai this February. .... more>>
US spa industry hits record-breaking US$21.3 billion in revenue in 2023  
By Megan Whitby

The US spa industry is continuing its upward trajectory, achieving an unprecedented milestone with a record-breaking revenue of US$21.3 billion in 2023, surpassing the previous high of .... more>>

Features
Jacqueline Springer

Museums:
Jacqueline Springer


V&A East Museum will celebrate Black British music in its first exhibition. Its curator tells us more
Continuing professional development

Everyone's talking about:
Continuing professional development


As the spa, wellness and medical sectors merge, should therapist CPD be mandatory? Kath Hudson investigates
Kilolani Spa

New opening:
Kilolani Spa


Grand Wailea's famous Hawaiian spa has been transformed into a moon-inspired, open-air haven
London

Destination focus:
London


Major hotel brands from Mandarin Oriental and Raffles to Six Senses are all investing in the UK capital, but how will they differentiate themselves asks Katie Barnes
Helen Smout

People:
Helen Smout


On the aims of the new £26.5m Perth Museum
Imagining the future

Innovation:
Imagining the future


Machine learning, robotics, VR, biotech... A unique festival explores how new technologies are transforming our lives
False readings

Research:
False readings


New research from the Children’s Health and Research Centre at the University of Exeter, UK, has found BMI is not accurate as a measure for children
King of Bhutan

Profile:
King of Bhutan


Plans for a 'mindfulness city' nearly as big as Hong Kong have been unveiled by the King of Bhutan. Katie Barnes takes a closer look
Building relationships

Software:
Building relationships


Using personal data to create tailored experiences is paramount for spas, but operators have been fined millions for breaching GDPR. How can software systems help navigate this?
Write to reply

Letters:
Write to reply


Anna Langridge details work by 1FitLife to help Parkinson’s sufferers get active and improve their symptoms, while Martyn Allison asks a critical question
Cool systems

Recovery:
Cool systems


As clubs look to add more recovery options to meet growing demand, Steph Eaves looks at what cryotherapy and ice bathing technology can bring to the mix
Product news
Keiser A400 resistance will empower fitness enthusiasts

Keiser A400 resistance will empower fitness enthusiasts

FROM LEISURE-KIT.NET

Keiser has released a new line of resistance equipment designed to give real-time feedback and data analytics.
 
Slacklining will transform fitness in the UK

Slacklining will transform fitness in the UK

FROM LEISURE-KIT.NET

Gibbon Slacklines has officially launched in the UK, introducing two flagship products: the Giboard and the SlackRack.
 
Form’s in-goggle coaching will help swimmers hone technique

Form’s in-goggle coaching will help swimmers hone technique

FROM LEISURE-KIT.NET

Form has announced the launch of HeadCoach, in-goggle, real-time coaching for swimmers delivered via augmented reality (AR) display.
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IndigoFitness

We Create Training Spaces! We've been designing and delivering high quality training spaces for almost 30 years, offering expert advice on everything from flooring types, to equipment mix, to the best utilisation of space.

At IndigoFitness, we're not just about providing equipment; we're about delivering exceptional training spaces. We understand that each fitness facility is unique, requiring tailored solutions for optimal performance. We’ve gained invaluable experience over almost 30 years, working with hundreds of gyms of all shapes and sizes, in a range of different industries.
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W3Fit EMEA’s innovative programme sets sail for Sardinia, Italy

Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, W3Fit EMEA, is heading to the Chia Laguna resort in Sardinia from 8-11 October.
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top job
Director of Operations
Active Luton
Salary: £61,000 - £64,000 + exceptional pension + excellent benefits
Job location: Luton , United Kingdom
Team Leader
Everyone Active
Salary: Competitive salary, excellent benefits
Job location: Bristol
Exercise Referral Instructor
Everyone Active
Salary: Competitive
Job location: Bristol
Duty Manager
Everyone Active
Salary: Competitive
Job location: Middlesbrough
Duty Manager Golf and Athletics
Active Luton
Salary: £30,027pa + non-contrib pension + benefits
Job location: Stockwood Park Golf Club, London Road, Luton, UK
Leisure Centre Duty Manager
Uppingham School
Salary: £24,687.57pa + pension + health care + benefits
Job location: Uppingham, Oakham, UK
Fitness Motivator and Personal Trainer
Everyone Active
Salary:
Job location: Market Rasen
Recreation Assistant (Dry Site)
Everyone Active
Salary: Competitive
Job location: Market Rasen
Party Leader
Everyone Active
Salary: Competitive
Job location: Gainsborough
Fitness Motivator and Personal Trainer
Everyone Active
Salary:
Job location: Gainsborough
Cleaning Assistant
Everyone Active
Salary: Competitive pay rates
Job location: Gainsborough
Duty Manager
Everyone Active
Salary: Competitive
Job location: Gainsborough
Centre Manager (Leisure)
Exeter City Council
Salary: £40,221 - £42,403pa + pension + benefits
Job location: Exeter, UK
Fitness Motivator
Everyone Active
Salary: Competitive
Job location: Lutterworth
Recreation Assistant/Lifeguard (NPLQ required)
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Job location: Rickmansworth, UK
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Job location: Watford, UK
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