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Chief Executive Officer, Mount Batten Centre
Salary: c£65,000pa + pension + benefits
Location: mount batten centre, plymouth, United Kingdom
Company: Mount Batten Group



Director of Operations
Salary: £61,000 - £64,000 + exceptional pension + excellent benefits
Location: Luton, United Kingdom
Company: Active Luton


Duty Manager
Salary: Competitive
Location: Middlesbrough
Company: Everyone Active
Duty Manager Golf and Athletics
Salary: £30,027pa + non-contrib pension + benefits
Location: Stockwood Park Golf Club, London Road, Luton, UK
Company: Active Luton
Leisure Centre Duty Manager
Salary: £24,687.57pa + pension + health care + benefits
Location: Uppingham, Oakham, UK
Company: Uppingham School
Leisure Supervisor (Development)
Salary: £32,982 - £37,099pa + excellent pension and benefits
Location: London, UK
Company: City University of London
Fitness Motivator and Personal Trainer
Location: Market Rasen
Company: Everyone Active
Recreation Assistant (Dry Site)
Salary: Competitive
Location: Market Rasen
Company: Everyone Active
Party Leader
Salary: Competitive
Location: Gainsborough
Company: Everyone Active
Fitness Motivator and Personal Trainer
Location: Gainsborough
Company: Everyone Active
Cleaning Assistant
Salary: Competitive pay rates
Location: Gainsborough
Company: Everyone Active
Duty Manager
Salary: Competitive
Location: Gainsborough
Company: Everyone Active
Duty Manager
Salary: £30,000pa + local Govt pension + attractive benefits package
Location: Kirkwall, UK
Company: The Pickaquoy Centre
Centre Manager (Leisure)
Salary: £40,221 - £42,403pa + pension + benefits
Location: Exeter, UK
Company: Exeter City Council
Fitness Motivator
Salary: Competitive
Location: Lutterworth
Company: Everyone Active
Recreation Assistant/Lifeguard (NPLQ required)
Salary: 9.50 ph
Location: Lutterworth
Company: Everyone Active
Personal Training - Let us help get you qualified to join our team
Location: Nationwide
Company: Everyone Active

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in this issue

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


Property & tenders
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
To Let – Potterne Park Sports Ground
Location: Verwood, Dorset Company: AVISON YOUNG
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News headlines
Breakers Hotel in Long Beach to relaunch as Fairmont property with tech-forward spa in 2024  
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 project, initially unveiled in 2022 by Accor (Fairmont's parent company), marks a strategic collaboration with Pacific6 – a .... more>>
Kempinski to make Vietnamese debut with riverside resort and spa designed by Kengo Kuma  
Kempinski to make Vietnamese debut with riverside resort and spa designed by Kengo Kuma

By Megan Whitby

High-end five-star hotel company Kempinski Hotels is making its mark in Vietnam with a luxury waterfront property overlooking the Saigon River. Set to open by 2026, Kempinski Saigon River – designed by Kengo Kuma & Associates – will feature 100 guestrooms and suites along with a 1,500sq m Resense Spa offering .... more>>

Belgian start-up, Moonbird, is on a mission to teach the world to breathe  
By Kath Hudson

Moonbird is a tactile breathing coach, which provides real-time biofeedback, measuring heart rate and heart rate variability. Studies show it can reduce anxiety and improve sleep quality. .... more>>
Barry’s considers next investor move, as North Castle Partners looks to exit  
By Kath Hudson

Barry’s – known for its HIIT workouts combining treadmills and weights – is thought to be looking at strategic options, including taking on a new backer. Talking exclusively to HCM global .... more>>
Providence Equity Partners takes control of VivaGym and its Fitness Hut brand  
By Kath Hudson

US private equity fund, Providence Equity Partners, is acquiring a majority stake in VivaGym from Bridges Fund Management, which will exit as a shareholder. Financial terms have not been .... more>>
UK's Royal attractions had a bumper year in 2023  
By Liz Terry

Numbers from the Association of Leading Visitor Attractions, (ALVA) show that Royal attractions saw a huge increase in visitor numbers during 2023 – the coronation year of King Charles III. .... more>>
Efteling to convert steam trains to electric as part of green drive  
By Magali Robathan

As part of its drive to become carbon neutral by 2030 and carbon positive by 2032, Dutch theme park Efteling has announced plans to convert its steam trains from coal to electric. Efteling .... more>>
Basic-Fit hints Spanish Holmes Place clubs might be sold  
By Kath Hudson

There is speculation that Basic Fit will sell the five Spanish Holmes Place clubs it has just acquired from RSG Group in a 47-club deal. In the Q1 trading update released today, Basic-Fit .... more>>
Kerzner to expand Siro portfolio with recovery-focused hotels in Los Cabos and Riyadh  
By Megan Whitby

Kerzner International has signed deals to operate two new Siro recovery hotels in Mexico and Saudi Arabia, following the launch of the inaugural Siro property in Dubai this February. .... more>>
US spa industry hits record-breaking US$21.3 billion in revenue in 2023  
By Megan Whitby

The US spa industry is continuing its upward trajectory, achieving an unprecedented milestone with a record-breaking revenue of US$21.3 billion in 2023, surpassing the previous high of .... more>>
Immediate rewards can motivate people to exercise, finds new research  
By Kath Hudson

Short-term incentives to exercise, such as using daily reminders, rewards or games, can lead to sustained increases in activity, according to new research. Researchers found that even a .... more>>
Shannon Malave appointed spa director at Mohonk Mountain House  
By Megan Whitby

Spa and wellness veteran Shannon Malave has been named spa director at iconic US spa destination Mohonk Mountain House. Based in New York’s verdant Hudson Valley and founded in 1869, .... more>>
Six Senses unveils urban wellness retreat in Kyoto inspired by Japanese Zen culture  
By Megan Whitby

Six Senses Kyoto opens its doors today, marking the eco-luxury hotel and spa operator’s entry into Japan and a new addition to its urban collection. Situated in the historic Higashiyama .... more>>
RSG opens flagship John Reed in Berlin, as its builds out its 'world city' portfolio  
By Kath Hudson

With the launch of its 49th John Reed, RSG Group is looking for more opportunities for its high-end brand in the US and Europe. Cosmopolitan cities are on the hit list, with sites already .... more>>
PureGym's new results set it up for accelerating growth  
By Kath Hudson

PureGym saw revenues rise by 15 per cent in 2023, with the company announcing plans to develop 200 new clubs in the next three to four years. Memberships were up 11 per cent across the .... more>>

Features
Lyndell Nelis

Interview:
Lyndell Nelis


The wellness director for Atlantis Resorts explains how its two Dubai properties are 'smashing it' when it comes to spa performance
Ma Yansong

People:
Ma Yansong


MAD Architects have unveiled designs for a major new arts centre in Guangdong, China
Mental health training

Everyone's talking about:
Mental health training


Now mental health is the number one reason people join health clubs, do teams need a grounding in counselling? We ask the experts
False readings

Research:
False readings


New research from the Children’s Health and Research Centre at the University of Exeter, UK, has found BMI is not accurate as a measure for children
Details matter

Jeremy McCarthy:
Details matter


Attention to detail is a superpower and necessity in the luxury spa arena, says our contributing editor
Yuki Kiyono

Spa People:
Yuki Kiyono


On how social wellness and playful expression underpin the spa concept of Aman's new sister brand Janu
Cool systems

Recovery:
Cool systems


As clubs look to add more recovery options to meet growing demand, Steph Eaves looks at what cryotherapy and ice bathing technology can bring to the mix
Dr Jonathan Leary

HCM People:
Dr Jonathan Leary


The CEO of Remedy Place talks about growing the company’s concept of ‘social wellness’, and the launch of its new and free holistic fitness education platform
Rodolphe Bouin

Theme parks:
Rodolphe Bouin


Futuroscope’s CEO takes us behind the scenes at the fast-changing future-themed park
Atzaró Okavango Camp

Project preview:
Atzaró Okavango Camp


Self-care meets safari in Botswana
Product news
Keiser A400 resistance will empower fitness enthusiasts

Keiser A400 resistance will empower fitness enthusiasts

FROM LEISURE-KIT.NET

Keiser has released a new line of resistance equipment designed to give real-time feedback and data analytics.
 
Slacklining will transform fitness in the UK

Slacklining will transform fitness in the UK

FROM LEISURE-KIT.NET

Gibbon Slacklines has officially launched in the UK, introducing two flagship products: the Giboard and the SlackRack.
 
Form’s in-goggle coaching will help swimmers hone technique

Form’s in-goggle coaching will help swimmers hone technique

FROM LEISURE-KIT.NET

Form has announced the launch of HeadCoach, in-goggle, real-time coaching for swimmers delivered via augmented reality (AR) display.
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IndigoFitness

We Create Training Spaces! We've been designing and delivering high quality training spaces for almost 30 years, offering expert advice on everything from flooring types, to equipment mix, to the best utilisation of space.

At IndigoFitness, we're not just about providing equipment; we're about delivering exceptional training spaces. We understand that each fitness facility is unique, requiring tailored solutions for optimal performance. We’ve gained invaluable experience over almost 30 years, working with hundreds of gyms of all shapes and sizes, in a range of different industries.
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Step into a world of wellness with the Himalayan Source Salt Capsule

Himalayan Source has launched the Himalayan Salt Capsule to help spa, wellness and fitness facilities or residences upgrade their offering with halotherapy.
  Step into a world of wellness with the Himalayan Source Salt Capsule
W3Fit EMEA’s innovative programme sets sail for Sardinia, Italy

Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, W3Fit EMEA, is heading to the Chia Laguna resort in Sardinia from 8-11 October.
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08-08 May 2024

Hospitality Design Conference

Hotel Melià , Milano , Italy



10-12 May 2024

Asia Pool & Spa Expo

China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China



13-16 May 2024

W3Spa EMEA

Conrad Chia Laguna Sardinia , Italy



18-22 May 2024

Eco Resort Network

The Ravenala Attitude Hotel, Mauritius



23-24 May 2024

European Health Prevention Day

Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany



30-30 May 2024

Forum HOTel&SPA

Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris, France



30 May - 02 Jun 2024

Rimini Wellness

Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy



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