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


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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
Banyan Group appoints Paul Hawco to spearhead wellness strategy  
Banyan Group appoints Paul Hawco to spearhead wellness strategy

By Megan Whitby

Paul Hawco, a seasoned figure in the international wellness industry, has assumed the role of executive director – integrated wellbeing at independent, hospitality group Banyan Group. With a background in therapy and fitness training, Hawco started his wellness career with over a decade at Accor-owned Fairmont .... more>>
Snap Fitness' holding company – Lift Brands – is up for sale  
Snap Fitness' holding company – Lift Brands – is up for sale

By Kath Hudson

Speaking to HCM, global CEO of Lift Brands, Ty Menzies, has confirmed that the company – owner of Snap Fitness and Fitness On Demand – is up for sale. Current owner, TZP, intended to back the business for five years before exiting, but the investment has been locked in for ten years, due to the .... more>>

Planet Fitness increases price of basic membership for first time in over 20 years  
By Kath Hudson

Planet Fitness has announced the repurchase of 314,000 shares at a rate of US$20 million. The Class A common stocks were repurchased and retired, using cash. The company has also reported .... more>>
Xponential dumps Geisler as company faces investigation by US Attorney’s Office  
By Liz Terry

Xponential Fitness today indefinitely suspended founder and CEO, Anthony Geisler, saying it had been notified on 7 May that the company is facing a legal challenge by the United States .... more>>
Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee, unveils new-look lakeside destination spa  
By Megan Whitby

The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee in the southeastern US state of Georgia is celebrating a new milestone after unveiling its newly renovated 27,000sq ft destination spa. The vision .... more>>
Fast Fitness Japan acquires master franchisee rights to Anytime Fitness Germany  
By Kath Hudson

Fast Fitness Japan, master franchisee of Anytime Fitness in Japan, has acquired Eighty-8 Health & Fitness, giving the company master franchisee rights to Anytime Fitness in Germany. The .... more>>
Xplor Capital launches in the US to help small businesses access funding  
By Kath Hudson

Xplor Technologies has unveiled a financing solution for small businesses, which aims to counter the traditional lending process and help business owners get swift access to cash. “Over .... more>>
Saga Holographic hits Kickstarter target to roll out holographic indoor bike  
By Kath Hudson

HoloBike, a holographic training bike that simulates trail rides in lifelike 3D, is aiming to push indoor cycling technology up a gear. A California-based group of engineers and designers, .... more>>
Exclusive: Yuki Kiyono goes behind the scenes of Aman’s social wellness brand Janu  
By Megan Whitby

Luxury hotel brand Aman, widely known for its strong spa focus, has just launched its much-talked-about sister brand Janu in Tokyo – complete with a 4,000sq m urban wellness retreat. Janu .... more>>
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 .... more>>
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 .... 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 at .... 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>>

Features
Clear trading

Research:
Clear trading


The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers and getting back on track, according to the latest market report by Deloitte and EuropeActive
Jen Holland

HCM People:
Jen Holland


The new CEO of Edinburgh Leisure talks about plans to build active and thriving communities against a backdrop of council funding shortfalls
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?
At your service

Menu engineering:
At your service


Scream therapy, dance retreats and wellness festivals top the list of the latest spa offerings globally
Rodolphe Bouin

Theme parks:
Rodolphe Bouin


Futuroscope’s CEO takes us behind the scenes at the fast-changing future-themed park
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
Dr Jonathan Leary

Spa People:
Dr Jonathan Leary


The Remedy Place co-founder says the self-care industry is going to blow up
Keep up the cardio

Research:
Keep up the cardio


Research from the University of South Australia has found cardiorespiratory fitness is the most important for good health
Fons Jurgens

Interview:
Fons Jurgens


Big changes are coming for much-loved Dutch theme park Efteling, with the launch of a Grand Hotel and major new attraction. Its CEO lets us into the plans
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
Product news
We’re here to support gyms in their race towards Net Zero, says Energym

We’re here to support gyms in their race towards Net Zero, says Energym

FROM LEISURE-KIT.NET

Energym’s flagship product, the RE:GEN Studio, is an indoor bike that captures the energy from workouts and converts it into clean, usable power.
 
Skillup targets the entire body with focus on upper body muscles

Skillup targets the entire body with focus on upper body muscles

FROM LEISURE-KIT.NET

Technogym has released Skillup, an ergometer designed to target the entire body, with a focus on the muscle groups of the upper back, chest and arms, by simulating the actions of cross country skiing.
 
Leverage Squat Machine facilitates deeper squats says Skelcore

Leverage Squat Machine facilitates deeper squats says Skelcore

FROM LEISURE-KIT.NET

Skelcore, a Miami-based fitness equipment manufacturer, has announced its newest release: the Leverage Squat Machine.
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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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Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions about bodybuilding without machines. Should bodybuilders be limited to just free weights? Why?
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On the cover… | Jenny Jones: Jenny Jones on making Olympic history
3 Editor's Letter: Celebrating the Dreamers
The people working in the leisure industries are incredible drivers of innovation who are making meaningful contributions in all areas of life
8 People News:
Lizzy Yarnold celebrates Olympic success, Starbucks' Howard Schultz takes on the tea market and Cirque du Soleil's new venture
13 Promotional feature: Leisure – a vital part of today's shopping mall
LEISURE, Q&A with Nathalie Depetro, director of Mapic
24 New opening: Center Parcs
A sneak preview of the soon-to-be opened Center Parcs Woburn Forest
26 Design news:
A curvy art gallery, a dome made by silkworms and a unique rock climbing gym
30 Interview: Jenny Jones
From chalet maid to Olympic medallist, the snowboarding legend tells us all
36 Snow Sports: A winning run
After Britain's best Winter Olympics for 90 years, Kath Hudson asks how we can drive winter sports participation
40 Attractions: Sea view
Jason deCaires Taylor has combined his love of art and ecology to create two amazing underwater museums
46 Future parks: The future for our public spaces
From edible gardens to underground parks, we take a look at the public spaces of tomorrow
50 Promotional feature: Tom Aikens & Levy Restaurants UK
Tom Aikens is at the fore of London’s dining scene and has a growing collection of restaurants, with more due to open across the capital in the coming year
54 Creating a stir: Erik Lorincz
The Savoy's Erik Lorincz on how he went from collecting ashtrays to landing the bar industry's most respected job
58 Hospitality & Spa: Green house
The family behind Ecover has spent £10.5m refurbishing a Cotwolds hotel. We find out how they kept it green
64 Luxury brands: The High Life
From Armani hotels to Cavalli nightclubs, we look at some of the luxury brands taking leisure by storm
68 Sustainability: Serving green
How the US Open Tennis Tournament became a green pioneer
70 Promotional feature: Leisure Sector Management
The last few years have been tough for owners and operators in the leisure sector. Protection & Management 2014 offers help and advice
72 Promotional feature: Energy & Environment Expo Show
Energy & Environment Expo is part of Protection & Management 2014 taking place from 17 – 19 June at ExCeL London
74 Attractions: Completing the circle
We speak to the people behind Stonehenge's new visitor centre
82 Last word: Paul Scialla
Katie Barnes talks to founder Paul Scialla about pioneering a whole new way of building
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