Sweat 2023 line-up announced in new partnership with PerformX Live
UKACTIVE has announced the line-up for its thought leadership event for the boutique and independent fitness sector, Sweat, which this year joins forces with PerformX Live for the first time. Sweat 2023 will take place as part of PerformX Live on March 17 in London’s Tobacco Dock. Inspirational personal trainer, author and presenter Laura Hoggins will kick-off […]
Next steps for new leisure centre for Bury St Edmunds to be discussed
THE next step in delivering a much-needed new leisure centre, as well as a home to other public services, is due to be discussed by West Suffolk Council cabinet. On Tuesday councillors will, as planned, set a final budget and decide whether the scheme is capable of meeting necessary checks before the final stage of […]
Active Leeds introduces low sensory gym sessions
ACTIVE Leeds is introducing low sensory gym sessions across some of its gyms. The sessions are designed to offer a safe and inclusive space for individuals with autism, ADHD and other neurodiverse conditions. Loud music and bright lights can be a trigger for neurodivergent people, making activity in a gym environment very challenging; the aim […]
First UK leisure centre achieves award for its commitment to tackling inequalities
ACTIVE Nottingham’s Ken Martin Leisure Centre (part of Nottingham City Council) has become the first in the country to achieve the Quest Tackling Inequalities in Leisure Standard. The Tacking Inequalities in Leisure accolade was bestowed on the centre as part of its Sport England Quest assessment, which measures how well a facility is operating and […]
Lioness hero takes on Peloton cycling challenge
A PELOTON indoor cycling challenge has raised £22,500 for My Name’5 Doddie Foundation, a charity committed to helping improve the lives of those affected by Motor Neuron Disease. The Foundation was established by Scottish rugby legend Doddie Weir OBE, who died in November aged 52, six years after being diagnosed with MND. Led by developer […]
Work gets underway on £24m community leisure, health and wellbeing hub
WORK gets underway this month to replace Sharley Park Leisure Centre in Clay Cross with a new community hub including leisure and health services in a project led by Alliance Leisure. The £24.1m scheme forms a key part of North East Derbyshire District Council’s Clay Cross Town Investment Plan, which aims to deliver a number […]
Charitable trust appoints new chief executive
BPL has appointed Michael Hirst as its new chief executive. Michael joined BPL in 2004 as a marketing manager and since then has seen the trust go from strength to strength. BPL now operates 10 health and fitness facilities across Barnsley, Bassetlaw, Mansfield and Pontefract, including its flagship site Barnsley Metrodome. Michael said: “It’s an […]
Panatta FIBO Contest
PANATTA and Npc Worldwide Italy and Germany are opening the doors of the most important trade show in the whole of Europe, FIBO 2023. Thanks to this collaboration, the PANATTA FIBO CONTEST – Pro Qualifier by Panatta and NPC will be held at hall 10.1 on April 15 and 16, with nine Pro cards up for grabs for the overall winners […]
Calling all independent operators
PLEASE take five minutes to complete the 2023 Workforce State of Mind Survey. Launched to explore the mental health of those working in the fitness and active leisure sector, the insight collected will help employers take action to better protect and support their people. Workplace Mental Wealth – owners of the survey want to hear […]
New gym a smash hit in its first year
It has been 12 months since the new BH Live Active gym opened at Pyramids, Southsea. And city residents have been snapping up the new facilities to help them get active and enjoy better well-being. The team has recorded a successful year, attracting close to 2,000 new members. And with 70 group exercise classes taking […]