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HCM Handbook 2026-2027 Volume 18: Features

On and up
Editor’s letter
On and up
HCM Handbook editor, Kath Hudson, welcomes you to the 2026-2027 edition.

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Community spirit
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Community spirit
Group exercise specialists, Les Mills, questioned 10,000 consumers across five continents about their fitness habits in the 2026 Global Fitness Report. One of the key takeaways is that joy is a major motivator of making a fitness habit stick

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The great rewiring
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The great rewiring
Trouble Global’s CEO, Emma Barry, talks about how the fitness industry has become rewired around one idea – longevity

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Critical friend
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Another piece of research which Total Fitness has shared with the industry. As the industry becomes ever more tech-driven, it’s a reminder not to forget the basics – welcoming staff, cleanliness and not being too crowded

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Industry veterans partner to launch women-only strength brand, LiftHer
03 Jul 2026

Industry veterans partner to launch women-only strength brand, LiftHer

An ambitious women’s-only strength and lifting studio concept is set to launch in Dallas this September, with a wider US rollout already in active development. More>>
 
Omnigym collaborates on an outdoor gym for homeless people
02 Jul 2026

Omnigym collaborates on an outdoor gym for homeless people

Finnish outdoor fitness equipment specialist, Omnigym, has partnered with charity, Emmaüs Solidarité, to launch an outdoor gym installation at a homeless shelter in Paris. More>>
 
Virgin Active opens social wellness club in London's Mayfair
02 Jul 2026

Virgin Active opens social wellness club in London's Mayfair

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03 Jul 2026

Industry veterans partner to launch women-only strength brand, LiftHer

An ambitious women’s-only strength and lifting studio concept is set to launch in Dallas this September, with a wider US rollout already in active development. More>>
01 Jul 2026

Basic-Fit expands German footprint with €52m Wellyou acquisition

Europe’s largest low-cost operator Basic-Fit has agreed to acquire 41 Wellyou clubs in Germany for €52m. More>>
 
30 Jun 2026

Myzone report shows importance of longevity and social connection

Longevity is the most important motivator for today’s exercisers and social connection is key, according to a report by Myzone. More>>
30 Jun 2026

Until combines multiple disciplines at new Canary Wharf club

Until has opened its fourth club at Canary Wharf, in the iconic YY London building. More>>
 
29 Jun 2026

Ben Allen appointed managing director at Common Bond

Ben Allen has been appointed managing director at Common Bond. Having set the company up for growth, Robert Rowland now steps into an advisory role. More>>
29 Jun 2026

Industry mourns the loss of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness

Les Mills, whose name became synonymous with one of the world's leading fitness brands, has passed away peacefully at the age of 91. More>>
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Ishga becomes an official partner for Team Scotland at the Commonwealth Games 2026
Ishga becomes an official partner for Team Scotland at the Commonwealth Games 2026

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Organic Hebridean skincare brand Ishga, which harvests its seaweed on the Isle of Lewis in Scotland, has become an official partner for Team Scotland at the Commonwealth Games 2026.
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HPO Tech introduces hyperbaric chamber, Oyster
HPO Tech introduces hyperbaric chamber, Oyster

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

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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.
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Nilo Spa Design introduces Marea dry flotation bed
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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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Gharieni Group launches Cobotics Innovations company and robotic treatment technology
Gharieni Group launches Cobotics Innovations company and robotic treatment technology

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Gharieni Group has launched a new company, Cobotics Innovations, to create automated wellness experiences.
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Tanita Europe launches its next-generation body composition analyser for clubs
Tanita Europe launches its next-generation body composition analyser for clubs

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Tanita Europe has launched the MC-800, a next-generation segmental body composition analyser designed to advance usage in premium wellness settings – helping clubs focus on measurement accuracy, workflow integration and member-facing clarity.
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Swim England was the only governing body of swimming in the world when it was formed in 1869. It quickly evolved into a national association as clubs from across England became members with responsibility for the development and regulation of swimming as a sport and now helps people learn how to swim, enjoy the water safely, and compete in all aquatic sports. [more]
 
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Brass Monkey designs and builds the world’s finest commercial-grade ice baths, working with leading gyms and spas globally to deliver exceptional cold water experiences. [more]
 
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Running a fast-paced fitness business while ensuring safety and compliance is no easy feat. That’s where Kodobi comes in. We go beyond consulting on safety, diversity, and inclusion - we become your strategic partner, helping to future-proof your organisation from the ground up [more]
 
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Places Leisure aims to enlighten our communities about the benefits of a healthy lifestyle in collaboration with local authorities, customers and partners both within our thriving community hub and out in the wider community. [more]
 
Technogym UK Ltd
Technogym provides a complete Ecosystem made of connected smart fitness equipment, digital services and training contents for both professional and home use. [more]
 
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