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


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Location: London, UK
Company: City University of London
Centre Manager (Leisure)
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Location: Exeter, UK
Company: Exeter City Council
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Salary: £24,687.57pa + pension + health care + benefits
Location: Uppingham, Oakham, UK
Company: Uppingham School
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Location: Market Rasen
Company: Everyone Active
Recreation Assistant (Dry Site)
Salary: Competitive
Location: Market Rasen
Company: Everyone Active
Party Leader
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Location: Gainsborough
Company: Everyone Active
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Company: Everyone Active

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in this issue

• 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
Barry’s considers next investor move, as North Castle Partners looks to exit  
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 CEO, Joey Gonzalez said the company is ready to resume its plans to hit the market, after its plans were stalled by COVID. .... more>>
Providence Equity Partners takes control of VivaGym and its Fitness Hut brand  
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 disclosed. Headquartered in Malaga, VivaGym is a low-cost operator with 315,000 members and 104 gyms across Spain and .... 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>>
Immediate rewards can motivate people to exercise, finds new research  
By Kath Hudson

Short-term incentives to exercise, such as using daily reminders, rewards or games, can lead to sustained increases in activity, according to new research. Researchers found that even a .... more>>
Shannon Malave appointed spa director at Mohonk Mountain House  
By Megan Whitby

Spa and wellness veteran Shannon Malave has been named spa director at iconic US spa destination Mohonk Mountain House. Based in New York’s verdant Hudson Valley and founded in 1869, .... more>>
Six Senses unveils urban wellness retreat in Kyoto inspired by Japanese Zen culture  
By Megan Whitby

Six Senses Kyoto opens its doors today, marking the eco-luxury hotel and spa operator’s entry into Japan and a new addition to its urban collection. Situated in the historic Higashiyama .... more>>
RSG opens flagship John Reed in Berlin, as its builds out its 'world city' portfolio  
By Kath Hudson

With the launch of its 49th John Reed, RSG Group is looking for more opportunities for its high-end brand in the US and Europe. Cosmopolitan cities are on the hit list, with sites already .... more>>
PureGym's new results set it up for accelerating growth  
By Kath Hudson

PureGym saw revenues rise by 15 per cent in 2023, with the company announcing plans to develop 200 new clubs in the next three to four years. Memberships were up 11 per cent across the .... more>>
Deloitte says European health club market hit an all-time high for revenues in 2023  
By Kath Hudson

Following three disrupted lockdown years, the European fitness market bounced back in 2023, according to Deloitte and EuropeActive’s hot off the press European Health & Fitness Market .... more>>
Treningshelse Holding snaps up another Norwegian fitness chain as it sets its sight on market leadership  
By Kath Hudson

Norwegian health club operator, Treningshelse Holding, which owns the Aktiv365 and Family Sports Club fitness chains, has acquired fellow Norwegian operator, Aktiv Trening. The purchase of 19 Aktiv Trening clubs brings .... more>>
Missed FIBO? Catch up with the HCM roundup  
By Kath Hudson

The HCM team were busy at the recent FIBO Global Fitness event in Cologne, Germany, distributing a special FIBO edition of HCM in support of the event as its global media .... more>>

Features
Josh Kirk

Museums:
Josh Kirk


As Copenhagen’s Home of Carlsberg relaunches after a five year revamp, the project design lead tells us how ground-breaking technology was used to bring the brand to life
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?
AI – friend or foe?

Technology:
AI – friend or foe?


How can attractions best exploit AI technologies? What are the dangers? What does the future hold? We get an expert opinion
Mental wellness

Insight:
Mental wellness


An ACE summit on mental health shared methods fitness professionals can build into their toolkit, as Kath Hudson reports
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
Strong growth

Specifier:
Strong growth


The explosion in consumer demand for strength training is driving a raft of innovative new launches from equipment suppliers, as Steph Eaves report
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
Dr Jonathan Leary

HCM People:
Dr Jonathan Leary


The CEO of Remedy Place talks about growing the company’s concept of ‘social wellness’, and the launch of its new and free holistic fitness education platform
Celine Vadam

Spa People:
Celine Vadam


Charged with rolling out Blue Zones retreats globally
Sondre Gravir

Life lessons:
Sondre Gravir


Imposter syndrome over a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership
Linda Zou

People:
Linda Zou


Merlin Entertainments appoints a chief strategy officer to help transform the business
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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Spa Supply Solutions

Spa Supply Solutions was founded in 2014 by Julie Bevilacqua, who is qualified in spa management and aesthetic practices and has also travelled extensively, to discover luxury spas, cultures, rituals, products and brands.

Spa Supply Solutions is a one stop spa and wellness specialist, allowing spa operators to find literally everything they need.
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Featured Suppliers
Sue Anstiss' Game Changers podcast headed for Elevate 2024

Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording of The Game Changers Podcast with Sue Anstiss, CEO of Fearless Women.
  Sue Anstiss' Game Changers podcast headed for Elevate 2024
Book4Time unveils enhanced day and resort pass functionality

With an increasing number of luxury hotels and resorts offering day and resort passes to drive staycation business, Book4Time, a leader in innovative spa and wellness solutions, is thrilled to announce the launch of Day & Resort Passes on its award-winning platform.
  Book4Time unveils enhanced day and resort pass functionality

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LATEST JOBS...
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Chief Executive Officer, Mount Batten Centre
Mount Batten Group
Salary: c£65,000pa + pension + benefits
Job location: mount batten centre, plymouth , United Kingdom
top job
Director of Operations
Active Luton
Salary: £61,000 - £64,000 + exceptional pension + excellent benefits
Job location: Luton , United Kingdom
Leisure Centre Duty Manager
Uppingham School
Salary: £24,687.57pa + pension + health care + benefits
Job location: Uppingham, Oakham, UK
Leisure Supervisor (Development)
City University of London
Salary: £32,982 - £37,099pa + excellent pension and benefits
Job location: London, 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
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Job location: Gainsborough
Fitness Motivator and Personal Trainer
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Cleaning Assistant
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Duty Manager
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Duty Manager
The Pickaquoy Centre
Salary: £30,000pa + local Govt pension + attractive benefits package
Job location: Kirkwall, UK
Centre Manager (Leisure)
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Job location: Exeter, UK
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