Rethinking Aqua Programming: Bringing Variety and Energy to the Pool

Following my time on the panel at the Leisure DB Freeflow Swimming Conference, I wanted to share some thoughts I didn’t get the chance to mention – specifically around the programming of aquatic timetables and the untapped potential of Aqua sessions.

STA CONFERENCE 2025: MAKING WAVES WITH LEARNING, LEADERSHIP AND COLLABORATION

 This year’s STA Conference was the biggest yet, with more than 40 sessions delivering a programme of learning, networking, and practical insight for the aquatics sector.

Building healthier communities together: EGYM unites public leisure and healthcare strategies

EGYM’s Public Sector event showcased how data, technology and collaboration are transforming leisure centres into frontline hubs for community health and wellbeing.

Boost Your Gym's Membership Growth with The Member Magnet Monthly

Are you looking for a proven way to consistently attract new members and keep your gym thriving? Sell My Gym, the leading experts in fitness business growth, are proud to introduce The Member Magnet Monthly…

Pure Energy Music signs global streaming deal with Warner Music’s ADA

Pure Energy Music, the UK’s leading provider of rights-included music for the fitness and leisure industry, has signed a major distribution deal with Warner Music’s independent distribution arm, ADA (Alternative Distribution Alliance).

Tickets now live for The One Swim England Summit: Where the future of aquatics takes shape

Swim England is excited to announce tickets are now live for The One Swim England Summit, a landmark event designed to bring together the entire aquatics community to shape the future of swimming.

The new workout of the decade: Introducing BODYPUMP HEAVY

Inspired by Les Mills’ most iconic program, BODYPUMP HEAVY™ leverages the proven psychology of group training to help clubs make safe, effective weightlifting accessible to all members.

SaySo™ by Hoxton AI helps gyms hear what members really think

SaySo™ is transforming how gyms and fitness clubs listen to their members. Developed by HoxtonAi, the voice-feedback platform captures real, spoken insights from people as they experience your facilities – turning them into instant, actionable intelligence.

Industry Visionary, Mel Tempest, Joins CoverMe Fitness

Mel Tempest, one of the leading forces driving innovation in the global fitness industry, has joined the all-in-one team management app, CoverMe Fitness, as strategic advisor. 

SPATEX 2026 – Experience the BIGGEST water leisure event ever staged in the UK

Set to be a 30th anniversary special edition, SPATEX 2026 at the Coventry Building Society Arena, Tuesday 3rd to Thursday 5th February…

Alliance Leisure starts works on South Holland Health and Wellbeing Hub

Alliance Leisure has started work on the new South Holland Health and Wellbeing Hub, after South Holland District Council received £20m of government funding towards the project to address local health and wellbeing outcomes.

Everybody Health and Leisure tackles swim teacher absences with CoverMe

Everybody Health and Leisure has partnered with CoverMe to streamline staffing processes across their nine pools in Cheshire East.

A DECADE OF STRENGTH: ELEVATE 2026 SET TO CELEBRATE 10TH BIRTHDAY

After a landmark 2025 edition, Elevate, the UK’s largest cross-sector trade show for physical activity, fitness, health and performance, will mark its 10th anniversary when it returns to Excel, London on 17–18 June 2026.

Independent Gyms Announces First-Ever Two-Day Gym Operator Conference

Independent Gyms are proud to announce the return of the Gym Operator Conference, taking place on Wednesday, 13th and Thursday, 14th November 2025 at Cranmore Park, Solihull.

Power Plate® and Exos™ Forge Strategic Partnership to Unlock the Future of Human Performance

Power Plate®, the global leader in vibration technology, has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Exos™, the world-renowned pioneer in human performance.

Barnsley Premier Leisure enters new era of fitness management with CoverMe Fitness

Barnsley Premier Leisure has partnered with CoverMe Fitness to simplify instructor recruitment, team management and compliance across 10 sites.

ATTRACTING MVPs: YOUR MOST VALUABLE PARTICIPANTS

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Pure Energy Music unveils groundbreaking music solution for Reformer Pilates

Pure Energy Music, the UK's leading provider of rights-included music for the fitness industry, is revolutionising the Reformer Pilates experience with the launch of its new Reformer-focused music service.

OK, we’re calling it – this is the must-attend BIG event of 2026

This is the BIG one!

Thirty years in the making, SPATEX 2026, is the BIG, beautiful show the water leisure industry has been waiting for.

Rising costs, scarce time, fierce competition: What every gym operator needs to know

New research from Xplor Gym uncovers the realities of running a fitness business.