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GLL chief calls for probe of ‘sham’ leisure trusts

BY Jak Phillips | 12 May 2016

The managing director of the UK’s largest leisure operator has called for an investigation into ‘sham’ leisure trusts, which he says are abusing charitable status to benefit from tax relief.

Elevate organisers set sights on expanded trade show

BY Jak Phillips | 12 May 2016

Buoyed by the response to last week’s inaugural Elevate trade show in London, the event organisers have wasted no time in setting out plans for a significant expansion in 2017.

Tech entrepreneur aims to transform child activity sector

BY Jak Phillips | 11 May 2016

A serial entrepreneur with experience of working in Silicon Valley has turned his attention to boosting youth activity through an innovative new booking platform designed to get young people moving.

Freedom Leisure takes reins of Arun facilities

BY Jak Phillips | 11 May 2016

Freedom Leisure has taken over the management of four leisure facilities in Arun, West Sussex, on a 10-year contract.

New group fitness body aims to double participation figures

BY Jak Phillips | 11 May 2016

A brand new body set up to represent the group fitness market has laid out an ambitious growth target as it bids to make exercise classes the nation’s workout of choice.

Ex-Fitness First CEO Cosslett’s firm linked to buyout

BY Jak Phillips | 10 May 2016

As predicted by Health Club Management in November, the investment giant that former Fitness First CEO Andrew Cosslett has joined as a leisure advisor has been linked with a bid for the up-for-sale gym chain.

Green Gym: The gardening initiative aiming to become UK’s biggest activity provider

BY Jak Phillips | 10 May 2016

A conservation initiative which aims to offer “physical activity with a purpose” is planning to become the UK’s largest physical activity initiative as it gears up for expansion.

Global Bike to Work Day: City planners turn to Strava to boost active commuting

BY Jak Phillips | 10 May 2016

As Strava today (10 May) kicks off its first ever Global Bike to Work Day, the cycling app has revealed that more than 70 cities and regions around the world are harnessing its data to inform transport policy.

Fitness market ‘to grow 300 per cent’ in next decade

BY Jak Phillips | 09 May 2016

The global fitness market is primed for explosive growth over the next decade, as accelerated digitalisation and a convergence of big brands into the sector will spawn a billion global fitness users.

Colin Averis named UK sales director for Pavigym

BY Jak Phillips | 09 May 2016

Sports and health club flooring specialist Pavigym has announced Colin Averis as its new sales director for UK and Ireland.

Fitbit marches on with strong Q1 sales growth

BY Jak Phillips | 06 May 2016

Fitbit reported sales of US$505m for the first quarter of 2016 – a 50 per cent increase on Q1 2015 – prompting the fitness tracking giant to raise profit guidance for the rest of the year.

Rugby legend Gareth Thomas to star at SIBEC UK

BY Jak Phillips | 06 May 2016

Welsh rugby legend Gareth Thomas has been announced as the keynote speaker for physical activity sector networking event SIBEC UK, which takes place at The Belfry from 25-26 May.

Muscle mass key to a longer life: study

BY Jak Phillips | 05 May 2016

Maintaining a high level of muscle mass is key to living a longer life, regardless of a person’s level of fat mass, according to new research.

ClassPass under fire over 39 per cent London price hike

BY Jak Phillips | 05 May 2016

Plans from ClassPass to charge 39 per cent more for its premium package went down like a 50kg kettlebell among London users yesterday, who took to social media to vent their fury.

Clay and ice rooms, colour therapy feature at upcoming 1,800sq m Mexican spa

BY Jane Kitchen | 05 May 2016

Velas Resorts is opening a new location on Mexico’s Baja Peninsula in November that will include a 20-room, 19,375sq ft (1,800sq m) spa and hydrotherapy facility.

Bannatyne Group doubles profits ahead of expected IPO

BY Jak Phillips | 04 May 2016

The Bannatyne Group returned an impressive set of financial results for 2015, putting the health club chain on firm foundations for an expected IPO in the coming months.

Inaugural Elevate show underway in London

BY Jak Phillips | 04 May 2016

Elevate, the new trade show which aims to unite sectors in tackling physical inactivity, kicks off this morning (4 May) with addresses from a range of high-profile public health figures.

Exclusive: Leisure entrepreneur Tony de Leede to unveil new ‘boutique village’ fitness concept

BY Jak Phillips | 03 May 2016

Fitness First Australia founder Tony de Leede has announced that he is to relaunch his Fit N Fast health club in Sydney city as YogaBar – a ‘boutique village’ concept offering classes, health foods and retail.

Virgin Active announces new Tough Mudder tie-ups

BY Jak Phillips | 03 May 2016

Virgin Active has announced a range of new offerings aimed at extreme fitness fans ahead of the upcoming Tough Mudder event season.

Need a pick-me-up? Hit the gym, say scientists

BY Jak Phillips | 03 May 2016

Making yourself red at the gym is one of the best ways to avoid feeling blue, according to new research which suggests exercise helps boost emotional resilience.

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GLL chief calls for probe of ‘sham’ leisure trusts

BY Jak Phillips | 12 May 2016

The managing director of the UK’s largest leisure operator has called for an investigation into ‘sham’ leisure trusts, which he says are abusing charitable status to benefit from tax relief.

Elevate organisers set sights on expanded trade show

BY Jak Phillips | 12 May 2016

Buoyed by the response to last week’s inaugural Elevate trade show in London, the event organisers have wasted no time in setting out plans for a significant expansion in 2017.

Tech entrepreneur aims to transform child activity sector

BY Jak Phillips | 11 May 2016

A serial entrepreneur with experience of working in Silicon Valley has turned his attention to boosting youth activity through an innovative new booking platform designed to get young people moving.

Freedom Leisure takes reins of Arun facilities

BY Jak Phillips | 11 May 2016

Freedom Leisure has taken over the management of four leisure facilities in Arun, West Sussex, on a 10-year contract.

New group fitness body aims to double participation figures

BY Jak Phillips | 11 May 2016

A brand new body set up to represent the group fitness market has laid out an ambitious growth target as it bids to make exercise classes the nation’s workout of choice.

Ex-Fitness First CEO Cosslett’s firm linked to buyout

BY Jak Phillips | 10 May 2016

Green Gym: The gardening initiative aiming to become UK’s biggest activity provider

BY Jak Phillips | 10 May 2016

A conservation initiative which aims to offer “physical activity with a purpose” is planning to become the UK’s largest physical activity initiative as it gears up for expansion.

Global Bike to Work Day: City planners turn to Strava to boost active commuting

BY Jak Phillips | 10 May 2016

Fitness market ‘to grow 300 per cent’ in next decade

BY Jak Phillips | 09 May 2016

The global fitness market is primed for explosive growth over the next decade, as accelerated digitalisation and a convergence of big brands into the sector will spawn a billion global fitness users.

Colin Averis named UK sales director for Pavigym

BY Jak Phillips | 09 May 2016

Sports and health club flooring specialist Pavigym has announced Colin Averis as its new sales director for UK and Ireland.

Fitbit marches on with strong Q1 sales growth

BY Jak Phillips | 06 May 2016

Fitbit reported sales of US$505m for the first quarter of 2016 – a 50 per cent increase on Q1 2015 – prompting the fitness tracking giant to raise profit guidance for the rest of the year.

Rugby legend Gareth Thomas to star at SIBEC UK

BY Jak Phillips | 06 May 2016

Welsh rugby legend Gareth Thomas has been announced as the keynote speaker for physical activity sector networking event SIBEC UK, which takes place at The Belfry from 25-26 May.

Muscle mass key to a longer life: study

BY Jak Phillips | 05 May 2016

Maintaining a high level of muscle mass is key to living a longer life, regardless of a person’s level of fat mass, according to new research.

ClassPass under fire over 39 per cent London price hike

BY Jak Phillips | 05 May 2016

Plans from ClassPass to charge 39 per cent more for its premium package went down like a 50kg kettlebell among London users yesterday, who took to social media to vent their fury.

Clay and ice rooms, colour therapy feature at upcoming 1,800sq m Mexican spa

BY Jane Kitchen | 05 May 2016

Velas Resorts is opening a new location on Mexico’s Baja Peninsula in November that will include a 20-room, 19,375sq ft (1,800sq m) spa and hydrotherapy facility.

Bannatyne Group doubles profits ahead of expected IPO

BY Jak Phillips | 04 May 2016

The Bannatyne Group returned an impressive set of financial results for 2015, putting the health club chain on firm foundations for an expected IPO in the coming months.

Inaugural Elevate show underway in London

BY Jak Phillips | 04 May 2016

Elevate, the new trade show which aims to unite sectors in tackling physical inactivity, kicks off this morning (4 May) with addresses from a range of high-profile public health figures.

Exclusive: Leisure entrepreneur Tony de Leede to unveil new ‘boutique village’ fitness concept

BY Jak Phillips | 03 May 2016

Virgin Active announces new Tough Mudder tie-ups

BY Jak Phillips | 03 May 2016

Virgin Active has announced a range of new offerings aimed at extreme fitness fans ahead of the upcoming Tough Mudder event season.

Need a pick-me-up? Hit the gym, say scientists

BY Jak Phillips | 03 May 2016

Making yourself red at the gym is one of the best ways to avoid feeling blue, according to new research which suggests exercise helps boost emotional resilience.

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