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Value Proposition

If you’re thinking of investing in a spa bigger than 300sq m, a feasibility study – at a cost of only US$10k-US$18k – can reveal the business model most likely to succeed. We talk to WTS International president Gary Henkin about the best use of this powerful tool

Published in Spa Business 2012 issue 4
Read on turning pages | Download PDF of this issue
We advise clients not to leap off the diving platform without knowing whether there’s water in the pool. They may have a vision, but it makes sense to have that vision validated to ensure it matches market potential
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WTS International president Gary Henkin
WTS International president Gary Henkin
WTS International carried out a feasibility study for the Wequassett Resort and Golf Club in the USA
WTS International carried out a feasibility study for the Wequassett Resort and Golf Club in the USA
The Spa of Colonial Williamsburg: space analysis gives spa developers guidance on the allocation of floor space for various functions
The Spa of Colonial Williamsburg: space analysis gives spa developers guidance on the allocation of floor space for various functions
https://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/SB2012_4WTS.gif
If you're thinking of investing in a spa development bigger than 300sq m, a feasibility study – at a cost of only US$10k-US$18k – can reveal the business model most likely to succeed.
WTS International, Gary Henkin, Blu Spas,Spa, spa feasibility, spa consultancy, spa planning
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Editor's letter

Mental health training

Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
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HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
“It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time”
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Interview

Mário Barbosa

“Go Fit’s value proposition is overwhelming. It makes us very attractive to a lot of people”
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News report

Set for growth

Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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Growth tactics

Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
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“We want our future sports centre to act as a co-location for health and wellbeing services, furthering our connections with GP referrals and digital health platforms”
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Keiser – Complete ride experience

The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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Brawn – The heart of the club

Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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Perfect Gym – strong foundations

GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
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BLK BOX – Shared ethos

The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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D2F – take a fresh look

D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
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Epassi – Well at work

Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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Servicesport – a decade of excellence

Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
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InBody – Attract & retain

Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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