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CIMSPA and UK Coaching agree REPs deal cimspa and uK coaching have signed a deal to combine the register of exercise professionals (reps) with the cimspa exercise and fitness directory. The announcement was made by sport england CeO, Tim Hollingsworth, at the CIMsPA & QuesT NBs Conference in Derby on 27 February. The move will create a single directory for all exercise and fitness professionals, resulting in a unified recognition system for people working in the sector and a single endorsement mechanism for training providers. speaking at the event, Hollingsworth, said: "sport england welcomes
â– â– Mark Gannon, UK Coaching CEO (left), Tim Hollingsworth (middle) and CIMsPa CEO Tara Dillon
this important milestone towards building a unified and excellent sport
everyone seeking to be active in
and physical activity workforce.
communities right across the country." All current RePs members will be able
"A single directory for the professionals working in our sector
to transfer into the CIMsPA membership
will enhance our ability to provide
scheme, with the new directory being
skills, training, recognition and career
managed by CIMsPA. uK Coaching will
development. This, in turn, will
deliver insurances and offer access to
empower the workforce to deliver
its knowledge and training platform.
even more positive experiences for
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This is a milestone towards building a unified workforce Tim Hollingsworth
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Anthony Joshua-backed BXR to open second site Boutique brand sets eyes on Battersea Power Station
NGBs report healthy growth in commercial revenue
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Concerns remain, however, over long-term funding
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leisure opps people Anthony Joshua-backed boutique fitness brand BXR to open second site in Battersea
B
outique boxing gym
the 1950s. The iconic,
brand BXR london
Grade II building is being
has revealed plans
transformed by the
to open its second site at
Battersea Power station
Battersea Power station.
Development Company.
set to open in 2021, the
BXR was founded in
14,000sq ft site will be
2017 by entrepreneur
BXR's largest site to date and
Olia sardarova and
will form part of Battersea
counts world heavyweight
Power station's second
champion Anthony Joshua
phase of redevelopment.
as one of its backers.
As well as the BXR
"We're thrilled to be
members-only club, the brand will open three sweat
opening at Battersea Power ■■Olia sardarova (right) said the new location is set to open in 2021
by BXR pay-to-train studios
We're thrilled to be opening at one of London's most iconic redevelopment projects
at the Battersea location. The Versaclimber-based Cardio studio will offer a low-impact
station in one of London's most iconic redevelopment projects," sardarova said. sam Cotton, Deputy Head of Leasing at Battersea
Olia sardarova
workout, while the strength
Power station Development BXR Battersea will
Company, added: "The BXR
studio aims to teach and
be located in the Power
concept is unlike any other
improve strength, mobility,
develop boxing technique
station's Turbine Hall B,
fitness brand out there."
conditioning and endurance.
during high-intensity classes.
which was completed in
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& Conditioning studio
Completing the trio, the skills
offers classes designed to
Professor Amanda Daley: change food labelling to get people more physically active
F
ood labelling that shows the amount of exercise needed to burn off
"If people know they have to run for 95 minutes to work off a medium-sized pizza, they'll probably decide to go without it"
the calories in food items would result in people
required to burn off the food
re-thinking their eating
they are considering eating.
evidence to show that
speaking to HCM, Daley
nutritional information,
more physically active.
said: "PACe labelling would
such as calorie content,
According to Amanda
use a small symbol to show
works. Most people find it
Daley, professor of
people how long they would
too confusing as it doesn't
behavioural medicine at
need to walk or run in order
provide any context.
Loughborough university,
to burn off the calories
the physical activity calorie
in the food they eat.
habits – as well as get them
■■Daley says PaCE labelling would show people how long
equivalent (PACe) would
"For example, a 400-calorie
"There's only limited
"As people only spend a few seconds looking at food and deciding whether to buy it, a simple, easily understandable
they would need to exercise to
provide a simple, user-friendly
chocolate muffin would take
burn off the calories they eat
way of informing people of the
70 minutes of walking or
approach is needed."
amount of physical activity
40 of running to burn off.
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Careers
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Fitness
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Sports
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Spa & wellness
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Attractions
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Tourism Alliance
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Insight
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■■ Bob Iger (left) was replaced as Disney CEO by Bob Chapek (right)
"Bob Iger has built Disney into the most admired and successful media and entertainment company"
Bob Chapek named new Disney CEO, following shock stepping down of Bob Iger
D
isney CEO Bob Iger has
that on the back of the
stepped down from
acquisition of Fox's media
the role to concentrate
assets and launching the
on directing the company's
Disney+ direct-to-consumer
creative output, with
business, it was important
Disney veteran Bob Chapek
to spend as much time as
taking the reins as the
possible on the creative
head of the organisation.
side, which "becomes the
Iger's contract with Disney
biggest priority". He felt
expires at the end of 2021,
he was unable to do so
and as well as overseeing
while running the business
its creative endeavours, he
on a day-to-day basis.
will also assume the role of
Chapek said he was
executive chair, leading the
"honoured" to lead "the
board of directors until that
world's greatest company".
time. stepping down now also
He added: "Bob Iger has
allows him to help Chapek
built Disney into the most
settle into the CeO position
admired and successful
under his guidance, with
media and entertainment
Chapek promoted from his
company, and I have been
role as chair of Disney Parks,
lucky to enjoy a front-
experiences and Products.
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leisure opps people Catherine Toolan to replace departing Paul Carty at Guinness Storehouse
I
reland's top attraction, the Guinness storehouse, is to come under new
"Toolan was managing director of global sports and events with Aramark for a decade"
leadership from april, with Catherine Toolan replacing Paul Carty as MD. Carty is retiring after 18
■■Toolan comes with a background in venue and event management
In addition, Carty has
2016, pursuing a strategy
helped build a wider network
of attracting european and
of drink-themed visitor
global events to the venue.
years in the role, during
attractions, such as the
Formerly of Forte Hotel
which time it has grown from
smithwick's experience
Group, Toolan was MD of
300,000 annual visitors in
in Kilkenny and the Roe
global sports and events
2002 to almost 1.8 million
& Co Whiskey visitor
with Aramark for a decade,
in 2019. More than €50m
centre in Dublin, which
overseeing the design and
(£41.9m) has been invested
opened last year.
delivery of food and retail
in the site in that time, with
Toolan hails from Coolaney,
services in the athletes' villages at Beijing 2008
the latest development being
County sligo. she has been
the current expansion of
CeO at Belfast's International
and London 2012.
the rooftop Gravity Bar.
Conference Centre since
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Max Associates adds to senior team with Rachel Gomm appointment
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eisure consultancy
with Birmingham City
Max associates has
Council, where her roles
appointed industry
included five years as
specialist Rachel Gomm
culture and strategic leisure
as principal consultant.
transformation manager.
Gomm will be responsible
During her time with
for providing local authorities
Birmingham City Council,
with consultancy across
Gomm was instrumental in
a range of services – from
the introduction and delivery
procurement, feasibility
of a commercial strategy
and facility strategies to
across Birmingham City
performance reviews and
Council sport and Leisure
stakeholder consultation.
service to drive community
she joins Max Associates
engagement and revenue. "In these challenging times,
after a five-year stint
■■Gomm joins Max associates from serco leisure
as national business
calculated investment in
development manager
leisure can deliver economic,
at serco Leisure. Before
social engagement and health
to using my experience
that, she spent 15 years
objectives," Gomm said.
to help local authorities
"In these challenging times, calculated investment in leisure can deliver economic, social engagement and health objectives" 4
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"I'm really looking forward
to create a more active and healthy population." Gomm's appointment
across the country to
follows Richard Millard
optimise their sport and
being named as associate
leisure provision and
director in October 2019.
deliver positive outcomes
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+44 (0)1462 471908 ■■Burnham said the project will take 10 years and £1.5bn to deliver
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Andy Burnham calls for Manchester's cycling network to become 'national blueprint'
T
he Bee Network initiative
Manchester and Greater
– a joined-up cycling
Manchester Combined Authority,
and walking network in
the Change a region to change a
Greater Manchester – could
nation report states that the Bee
provide a national blueprint
Network could increase journeys
for improving the nation's
on foot or by bike by 2.5m a
health, while also reducing
day, and save the NHs £6.73bn
congestion and air pollution.
by improving people's health.
That is the message
"We need the government to
from Manchester mayor
back us with sustained funding
Andy Burnham in a report
– and if they do so, they will be
outlining the benefits of the
helping to create a model that
"revolutionary" network, which
can be replicated across the
would provide 1,800 miles of
rest of the country," Burnham
protected space for cycling
said. "Put simply, if they help
and walking throughout the
us change our city-region, we
region. Commissioned by
can help change the country."
Burnham, Transport for Greater
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MY CAREER Laura Adams regional manager
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aura Adams has been working with PureGym since November 2012. Beginning as a personal trainer (PT) she has worked her way up to the role of regional manager. she tells us about her experiences with the brand.
Tell us about your career "I've always had a passion for sport and fitness. I studied performing arts at college, which included modules on anatomy and physiology. I enjoyed it so much and I just knew that fitness was the industry I wanted to work in. After that realisation I completed my Level 3 in Personal Training and began working as a PT at Coventry skydome. I started working as a PT at PureGym in 2012 and have been with the company ever since. During my time at the company I have worked at six clubs as an assistant and later as gym manager, which gave me the opportunity to develop both my leadership skills and industry knowledge. I've also worked as a senior gym manager and cluster manager. since April 2019 I have been working as a regional manager for Pure Gym. I love every single second of my job. I work with an incredible team at a company that's passionate about developing its people."
leisure industry professionals share how they got to where they are today
It's a real privilege to help people lead healthier lifestyles when I joined the company, but working alongside so many different leadership and management styles I was able to develop my skills and knowledge throughout the years with support from the company. It's also really fun. I love coming to work. It's a real privilege to help people lead healthier lifestyles. "
How has PureGym supported your career development? "There is so much support available, no matter what the role PureGym equips its staff with the tools to further their careers. Personally, I've had the opportunity to take qualifications in IT and leisure management, as well a level 3 ILM in Leadership, Management and Insights, which have positively contributed to my career development. We also have an in-house development team that deliver role-specific workshops."
why have you chosen to stay with PureGym? "One of the biggest reasons is the culture at PureGym. As the company has grown it has continued to invest in its people by nurturing their talents, regardless of whether they're a PT, assistant gym manager or gym manager. Personally, I'd had no experience managing people
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S N I O T Y D A E ARE YOU R
In 2009 PureGym set about changing the gym industry and opened our very first club, focusing on what most people want from gyms - a great place to workout. We now have over 260 gyms and rising and over 1 million members. . To support our ambitious growth plans for 2020 and beyond, PureGym are hiring for Assistant Gym Managers, Gym Managers and Cluster Managers nationwide.
Your purpose will be to drive a culture of high performance and high engagement within our business, which in turn will create the very best experience for our members. Operating in a highly entrepreneurial environment, you will take responsibility for everything from financials to people development.
Are you up for the challenge? Visit https://www.puregym.com/careers to find out more and apply today.
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Fitness news neW opening
House of Wisdom to open in London A self-help studio marketing
through the activation
itself as a "first-of-its-kind
of alpha brain waves". Classes are offered in a
self-development wellness space" will open in the heart
range of disciplines – from
of London in March 2020.
movement (including three
The House of Wisdom
types of yoga, tai chi and
(HOW) will focus on
capoeira) to mindfulness,
empowering the mind and
breathing and relaxation. The studio will offer annual
body through talks and workshops, aiming to help
memberships with unlimited
visitors "deconstruct limiting
access to classes for £1,000. HOW was founded by five
beliefs and reconnect with their inner power". The design of the 2,500sq
individuals – Luca Maggiora, Cristina Garces, stephanie
ft space is based on providing
Reynolds, Giacomo Favero
a multi-sensory wellness
and Federica Ferro.
■■HOw will offer clients a multi-sensory wellness sanctuary
"We were on separate
sanctuary and has been inspired by artists such as
journeys of self-discovery,
James Turrell and Olafur
when we converged
elliason. The studio employs
and decided we wanted
emotive lighting and calming
to share what we had
colour palettes to provoke
learned," Maggiora said.
"immediate relaxation
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We decided we wanted to share what we had learned Luca Maggiora
neW brand
Us female-only kickboxing brand plans UK entry us-based, women-only kickboxing franchise 30 Minute Hit plans to open 50 new sites internationally during 2020. Launched in 2004, the fitness brand – which offers HIIT sessions and kickboxing training – currently has 70
■■30 minute Hit enjoyed a "record-breaking" 2019
locations, mainly in Canada and the us. The brand has revealed that the primary markets it plans to enter include the uK and Australia.
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The expansion plans follow a record-
no previous presence in, such as Las Vegas, seattle, Austin, and California. "Looking back on 2019, it's incredible to see all the advances
It's incredible to see all the advances we've reached
breaking 2019 for the chain, during which
and milestones our brand has
it opened eight new locations in the us
reached," said Jackson Loychuk, 30
and signed an additional 14 development
Minute Hit co-founder and CeO.
Jackson Loychuk
agreements. These included areas it had
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Jobs sTART on pAgE 29 >>> business intelligence
Two new ukactive reports to help chart UK fitness sector ukactive has launched two major reports as part of its Business Intelligence service. The first product is a new series of quarterly business reports entitled
■■One of the reports looks to uncover industry trends
Moving Communities, which will provide new intelligence to the sector on a more
booking intermediaries (or aggregators)
regular basis. Building on the success of
in the fitness and leisure market.
ukactive's annual Moving Communities
These reports are a response to feedback from our members Huw edwards
"These new reports come in
report – which tracks physical activity
response to feedback from the ukactive
trends over the past three years
Membership Survey, with our members
– the new reports will offer closer
showing an appetite for better reporting
monitoring to identify leisure trends.
of sector performance and trends,"
The second report will be based on an independent assessment of the impact of
said ukactive CeO Huw edwards. More: http://lei.sr/f3j8D_O Read moRe online
AR app shows users what they would look like if they lost weight
partnership
David Lloyd Leisure facing prosecution over death of boy
A new app using augmented
David Lloyd Leisure is
reality (AR) aims to motivate
facing prosecution by
people to get more active
Leeds Council over alleged health and safety breaches,
by showing, in real-time, ■■Rocco wright died after being found in the main pool
following the death of a
like if they lost weight or
three-year-old boy in 2018.
it "believed the firm
Rocco Wright died after
had breached health
being found in the water by his father at the David Lloyd
old lifeguard on duty when
The week-long inquest found a verdict of Accidental Death and we are unaware on what basis Leeds City Council intend to prosecute
Rocco Wright was found at
David Lloyd Leisure
Club in Leeds in April 2018. An inquest into the incident returned a conclusion of accident. During a four-day hearing, a jury was told that there was only one 17-year-
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what they would look gained muscle mass. EnvisionBody uses optical
and safety laws" and it
tracking to capture the
intended to prosecute
user's image, then processes
"in the near future".
it through an AR application,
In response, David Lloyd Leisure issued a statement,
and displays the user's enhanced image on a screen.
saying: "Health and safety
The creators of the tech
is our number one priority.
believe there will be various
The inquest found a verdict
ways of utilising the software
of accidental death and
– such as an effective
we are unaware on what
exercise motivational
basis Leeds City Council
tool that interfaces with
intend to prosecute."
exercise equipment.
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Jobs sTART on pAgE 29 >>>
research
Could music increase benefit of training? A study has suggested that
effort required to complete
listening to high-tempo music
the exercises and their heart
could increase the benefits
rate while exercising. "We found that listening
of exercise – and reduce the perceived effort involved. A report, published in
to high-tempo music while exercising resulted in the
Frontiers in Psychology,
highest heart rate and
outlines the results of an
lowest perceived exertion
investigation into the effects
compared with not listening
of the tempo of a piece of
to music," said Professor
music on female volunteers.
Luca P. Ardigò of the
Researchers studied
university of Verona in Italy. "This means that the
volunteers who performed either regular endurance
exercise seemed like less
exercises (on a treadmill) or
effort, but it was more
high-intensity exercises.
beneficial in terms of
The volunteers completed
■■Those listening to music achieved the highest heart rate
enhancing physical fitness." The results suggest those
exercise sessions in silence or while listening to music
performing endurance
at different tempos. The
activities may receive the
researchers recorded a variety
greatest benefit from listening
of parameters, including the
to high-tempo music.
volunteers' opinions about the
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Listening to high-tempo music while exercising resulted in the highest heart rate and lowest perceived exertion compared with not listening to music Luca P. Ardigò
corporate fitness
active Partnerships launches workplace Movement A new service aims to help workplaces across the uK tackle sedentary behaviour – and make their workforces more physically active. Launched by Active Partnerships, the Workplace Movement aims to reduce
■■The scheme aims to reduce sedentary working
sedentary working practices, improve
We hope we will help workplaces get more physically active Matt Liggins
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health and reduce stress for employees.
Partnerships, said that while there
The scheme will provide a range of
are numerous corporate wellbeing
online health and wellbeing resources
providers, there is a "lack of support" for
focused on physical activity – including
workplaces dedicated to physical activity.
a benchmark tool, staff survey, resource library and activity tracking challenge. Matt Liggins, head of business development and workplaces at Active
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Sports news athletics
'Major concerns' result in athletics review uK sport has commissioned
and the first performance
an independent review into
director of uKA, publicly
uK Athletics (uKA), as part
questioned the direction
of what it calls a process
of the organisation. speaking to the Guardian,
to ensure the national governing body becomes
Arnold suggested that British
"fit for the future". The
athletics is in its worst
review will look to identify
state for 60 years, having
actions for the governing
"squandered" the golden
body to "help the sport move
legacy of London 2012. Commenting on the review,
forward", recommend areas of change and define areas
sally Munday, CeO of uK
to be reviewed further.
sport said: "Issues raised in
It is the latest review
recent months regarding the
launched into the troubled
sport are of major concern
governing body and
to both uK sport and to
will sit alongside those
the leadership team at uK
already commissioned into
Athletics. Both organisations
safeguarding and uKA's
are committed to delivering
response to issues surrounding
long-term improvement
the Nike Oregon Project.
and ensuring the
In late January, Malcolm Arnold, a former head coach
■■The review will look to make UK athletics 'fit for the future'
Issues raised in recent months are of major concern
sustainability of the sport."
sally Munday
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national governing bodies
Concerns remain over NGB funding despite revenue hike National governing bodies of sport (NGBs) have reported a rise in commercial revenue during 2019 – indicating a potential resurgence in corporate sponsorship. According to the UK NGB Benchmarking Survey Report, commercial revenue –
■■NGBs have seen an increase in commercial revenue
mostly from sponsorship – accounted for 14 per cent of total income in 2019, compared to 13 per cent in 2018 and 11 per cent in 2017.
The resurgence in sponsorship is not just a passing trend Tom Wilson
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The report, by chartered accountants
future threats for the sector. "While the rise in commercial income is not dramatic, it is encouraging that this apparent resurgence in
Haysmacintyre, is based on responses
corporate sponsorship is not just a
from 25 NGBs and reveals trends
passing trend," Tom Wilson, partner
in financial performance and
sports specialist at Haysmacintyre.
governance, as well as highlighting
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Jobs sTART on pAgE 29 >>> stadiums
Manchester United plans 'safe-standing' at Old Trafford Premier League giants Manchester
■■Rail seating at Celtic's Parkhead stadium
united have tabled plans to create a safestanding area at its Old Trafford stadium.
Our belief is that the introduction of rail seating will enhance spectator safety in areas of the stadium where – as with other clubs – we have seen examples of persistent standing Manchester united fans' forum
The club has made an application
seats in the north-east quadrant)," the minutes from the fans' forum read.
to install rail seating for up to 1,500
"Our belief is that the introduction
supporters in a section of the stadium
of rail seating will enhance spectator
where supporters persistently
safety in areas of the stadium where
stand anyway – claiming that the
– as with other clubs – we have seen
move would improve fan safety.
examples of persistent standing.
The plans were discussed at a
"The sAG committee is reviewing the
united fans' forum on 31 January.
request. This is not an automatic approval
"A formal proposal was made to the local safety Advisory Group (sAG) in
process. We will discuss the proposal in detail with the relevant authorities and
December 2019 to request a trial in a
will work through their review processes."
small section of the stadium (up to 1,500
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Trust partners with nHs to get long-term ill more active
major venues
Work to begin on Leicester Tigers developments
Circadian Trust is partnering
Preliminary works are set
with nHs gp surgeries in
to begin in March on a hotel
gloucestershire to launch
development at Welford Road stadium – the home
an initiative which helps ■■The project includes a 183-bedroom hotel
of Premiership Rugby
people with long-term illnesses to become
in front of the stadium's main
club Leicester Tigers.
Holland & Barrett stand.
The £22m project will
Other hotel facilities include
see the construction of a
more physically active. The Healthy Lifestyle Referral scheme has been
five-floor, 183 room hotel on
a health club, restaurant and
developed for adults living
a 1.7-acre plot adjacent to the
fifth-floor 'sky bar' on top of
with, or at risk of developing,
stadium, replacing a space
an underground car park.
a medical condition.
Tigers CeO simon Cohen
previously used as a car park. As part of the club's strategy to create new revenue 3,300sq m of reception,
and lobby areas. Plans also
This is an important project to add to our facilities
include an outdoor fan zone
simon Cohen
lounge and dining areas, as well as a business centre, retail
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see five Active Lifestyle
marks "a huge step".
Centres – operated by
"This is an important
streams, the hotel will feature
The partnership will
said the breaking of ground
Circadian Trust – work with
project to add to our
local gp surgeries to provide
facilities and to support the
individuals with a health
long-term vision around
and wellbeing consultation
our stadium," Cohen said.
and on-going support.
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Sport news poWer of sport
Sport Value Bank to calculate social impact of sport A new service aims to offer sports organisations the opportunity to
SportVB also measures the 'secondary benefits' of outcomes, such as cost savings to government via reduced welfare payments or increased tax revenue
■■sportVB was officially launched in january 2020
accurately assess, record and value the impact of their community activities. The sport Value Bank (sportVB)
such as inputs (such as staff costs), outputs (number of participants) and
is the brainchild of The Harlequins
outcomes (participants' recorded
Foundation – the independent
self-esteem improvements).
charity of Premiership Rugby club
The system then calculates the overall
Harlequins – and has been developed in
net social value to society and provides
partnership with social value research
additional data to interpret the source
consultancy simetrica, everton FC
of that social value. It also measures the
and everton in the Community.
'secondary benefits' such as cost savings
Organisations can access sportVB
to government via reduced welfare
via an online portal, where they
payments or increased tax revenue.
record a range of data for projects
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facilities
Northern Gateway Sports Park set for 2020 opening
Kids under 12 should not head footballs in training
The Northern Gateway
12 should no longer head
sports Park project in
the ball during training
Children under the age of
Colchester, essex, is set
sessions, according to The
to open to the public in
■■The multi-million pound project will cover 76 acres
the summer of 2020.
Football Association (FA). The recommendation was
football pitches, archery
made in the latest update to
76-acre site will provide
facilities, accessible cycling
the FA's heading guidance.
both indoor and outdoor
routes and a learn to ride
sports and leisure activities
and cyclo-cross track.
The multi-million pound,
and will be owned by Colchester Borough Council. Indoor facilities include a five-court sports hall, indoor cricket spaces and a health and fitness club with exercise studios and indoor cycling space.
Indoor facilities include a five-court sports hall, indoor cricket spaces and a health and fitness club with exercise studios and indoor cycling space
Outdoors, there will be
Construction is now
It will provide grassroots clubs with the recommended heading guidelines for
underway by contractors R
training sessions – but does
G Carter, with Colchester
not make any changes to the
Amphora Trading
way matches are played.
managing the build of the development. Once open, the facility
The guidance follows research which suggested that former professionals
will be operated by Leisure
were three times more
World Colchester, on
likely to die from brain
a one-mile floodlit cycling
behalf of the council.
disease than non-players.
track, two 3G synthetic
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Spa & wellness news
Jobs sTART on pAgE 29 >>>
hotel spas
Luxury rooms generating 'double revenue' "spas are becoming
Luxury hotel treatment rooms generate more than
influential assets for hotels
double the revenue of
and resorts", said the
"normal" rooms, according
authors, "given the increasing
to consultancy firm HVs.
demand for wellness and
HVs has published
lifestyle programmes. With
its annual report, which
growing hotel and resort
tracks spa performance
offerings being developed
and profitability from
and dedicated to wellbeing,
2018 to Q3 2019.
examining the depth of spa
The sample used in the
and wellness performance
study was comprised of
has become a fundamental
59 hotels, with 22 defined
factor in relation to strategic
as upper-upscale and 37
growth and valuation."
The report was authored
■■The report tracks spa profitability from 2018 to Q3 2019
Data shows luxury hotels
categorised as luxury.
have larger spas on average
by Rod Clough, president
than those in the upper-
- Americas at HVs and
upscale category, while
Mia Mackman, MD spa
the former was reported
and Wellness Consulting
to feature an average of 13
at HVs and founder of spa
treatment rooms, compared
and wellness consultancy
to the latter's 12 rooms.
Mackman.es.
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Spas are becoming influential assets for hotels and resorts Mia Mackman
marKeting
Champneys settles out of court in cancer advice case spa operator Champneys has come to an out of court agreement with
Champneys 'accepted a caution' on three charges out of 19 – specifically advice relating to the ingredients of an apple dessert having anticancer properties
West sussex County Council in the uK, in relation to charges brought publication of nutritional information
of cancer, cardiovascular disease and
and consumer protection laws.
diabetes and that a quinoa salad was
The operator will no longer face legal action, after the council and
labelled as being 'anti-inflammatory'. Champneys told Leisure Opportunities
the company came to an agreement
it 'accepted a caution' on three
to keep the matter out of court.
charges out of 19 – including advice
The council's legal team alleged that
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■■The operator will no longer face legal action
against it relating to food safety, the
relating to the apple dessert having
Champneys claimed ingredients in
anti-cancer properties. The remainder
certain items on its menu, such as an
of the 19 charges were dropped.
apple dessert, could reduce the risk
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Attractions news redevelopment
V&A Museum of Childhood to close for two-year revamp Creating an "unforgettable first museum experience for children" is the aim of the V&A Museum of Childhood
The museum's own collections of board games and dolls houses will be joined by Hollywood props and costumes
in London, which has announced it will close in May 2020 to undergo a
■■Plans include spaces for kids to express themselves
two-year, £13m transformation. It said the "reimagination" of its
The museum's own collections
collections, galleries, building and public
of board games and dolls houses
programme will turn it into a "world-
will be joined by Hollywood props
leading centre of creativity for children".
and costumes, such as the original
Indeed, creativity is a major theme
superman costume and Frankenstein's
for the planned new museum, which
Monster, which will be set within
said it wants to "champion the role of
theatrical displays to inspire budding
creativity on the school curriculum and
screenwriters, authors and story-tellers.
nurture the next generation of artists".
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The gobbins in line for £11m development
museums
£900k Coastal Forces museum to open in Gosport
plans for an £11m extension to The gobbins,
A new museum, dedicated
a famous cliff-face path
to the smaller craft used
at Islandmagee, County
by the Royal Navy in both world wars, is set to open in
Antrim, northern Ireland, ■■Coastal forces operated smaller vessels in wwII
Gosport, Hampshire, in 2021.
have made significant progress, according to the
25,000 officers at the
The Coastal Forces
height of both wars.
Museum is expected to
"They attracted people
open in Q2 2021 and will
local borough council. Mid and East Antrim Borough Council is
will aim to educate visitors
looking for a bit of 'derring-do'
preparing an outline
on the significant role the
because the missions they
business case for the
Coastal Forces played
performed were brimming
project – called The
in both world wars.
with excitement and often
gobbins phase II – which
action," Tweddle said.
will see the coastal path
According to Dr Dominic
The £900k museum will
extended to take in more
of the National Museum of
form part of the second phase
geological features, with
the Royal Navy, the Coastal
of a £30m redevelopment
new structures crossing
of Priddy's Hard, a naval
gullies and crevices, making
base on the west side of
it a more adventurous
Tweddle, the director-general
Navy and had more than
The coastal forces were an important component of the navy
2000 boats manned by
Dominic Tweddle
Forces were an 'important component' of the Royal
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Portsmouth Harbour.
experience for tourists.
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Jobs sTART on pAgE 29 >>> facilities
Belfast Zoo's future role "uncertain" The future nature of Belfast
subsidise the zoo to the
Zoo is uncertain after a
sum of £2.5m per year.
motion was tabled by a city
However, there was
councillor to phase out the
criticism of the motion
display of caged animals
from rival political groups
and return the animals
on the city council, as well
"to their natural habitats".
as from trades unions and
However, the motion also
animal welfare bodies.
envisaged transforming
Among the more than
the zoo into a "world-class
600 animals kept at
visitor attraction by 2025".
Belfast Zoo is a pride of
Councillor Conor Maskey of sinn Fein put forward the motion at a Belfast
Barbary Lions, which no longer exist in the wild. Councillor George Dorrian
City Council meeting. It
of the rival Democratic
proposed that the zoo
unionist Party said that
should instead become a
while he was concerned that
conservation centre for
the zoo was loss-making, it
indigenous animals and
required "more investment
gave a commitment to
and the creation of a wider
secure all existing jobs.
outdoor activity leisure
Maskey also pointed out that ratepayers
■■The zoo's Barbary lions are part of a global breeding programme
The zoo requires more investment George Dorrian
park to enhance it". More: http://lei.sr/t9Q5N_O Read moRe online
major project
Eden Project to build £67m attraction in Northern Ireland A new £67m cultural and environmental eden Project tourist
The project will be owned by the Foyle River Gardens charitable trust and operated in partnership with the Eden Project
attraction is to be built along the banks of the River Foyle, near DerryLondonderry, Northern Ireland, with organisers hoping it will help to bring regeneration to the city.
Project. It was included in a recent deal
the next 18 months, with a target
between the uK and Irish governments
of opening in the middle of 2023.
aimed at restoring power-sharing to
Initial concept designs have been
the Northern Ireland executive, and
completed by Grimshaw Architects.
this has encouraged the participants
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social, economic and environmental
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Tourism Alliance
The future of domestic tourism (Part 2)
L
ast time I wrote about how the
more careful with your discretionary
only real growth segment in
expenditure and you cannot roll
domestic tourism over the last 10
up your debt into the mortgage
years has been with people aged
in order to continue spending.
55+ and that the youth market (those
But there is an even greater problem.
aged 18-35) has been decreasing due
If you own a home, you aim to pay
■■Kurt janson is the director
to increasing student loans and young
off your mortgage by the time that
of the Tourism alliance
people having to save more to buy a
you retire. This means that a large
house than any previous generation.
proportion of the pension savings
This time I’m going to explain
that you accrue through your working
why the decreasing ability of young
career are available for discretionary
people to buy a house could have a
purchases such as holidays when you
dramatic impact on domestic tourism
retire. However, if you rent, then a large
in the future. First, a few figures. A
percentage of your pension savings
recently released ONs housing report
will be needed to continue paying your
shows that only half of people in their
rent when you retire, meaning that you
mid-30s to mid-40s had a mortgage
have very little left for discretionary
in 2017 compared with more than
expenditure in your retirement
two-thirds in the late 1990s. Instead,
and will take far fewer holidays.
people in this age group were three
so, unless we can reverse recent
times more likely to rent their home
trends in home ownership by removing
in 2017 compared with 20 years ago.
student loans or building more
Perfect storm The combination of high student debt,
Unless we can reverse recent trends in home ownership, the future of the domestic tourism industry could be considerably worse than it is today
affordable houses, the future of the domestic tourism industry could be considerably worse than it is today. ●
high house prices and wage stagnation means that an increasing number of young people are becoming renters for life rather than home owners. This will result in two considerable problems for the domestic tourism industry. First there is the issue of how consumer spending works differently depending on whether you own a home or not. If you own a property you are generally paying less for your mortgage than if you rented a comparable property – so you have greater discretionary spend. You also have the ability, if you spend too much on your credit card, to add that debt to your mortgage and keep on spending. If you are renting, you do not have this option so you have to be Issue 783
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Insight
Wearable fitness aids, such as Fitbits, were among the 10 most popular corporate rewards across the UK David Gould, CeO , CR Worldwide
Going corporate New Corporate Wellness 2.0 report reveals that wellness perks and wearable fitness gadgets are among the most popular rewards with workers
R
ising workplace stress among employees has led companies to increasing their investment in incentives as rewards – with wearable fitness gadgets
among the most popular perks. The finding comes from a new report
by CR Worldwide called Corporate Wellness 2.0. The report is based on data from 120 enterprises and more than 287,000 employees. It shows that overall, corporate spending on rewards and incentives is rising year-on-year, with the Asia Pacific region doubling its investment in rewards programmes. uK enterprises have doubled their average spend on employee rewards over the past three years, while ■■Large enterprises across the world are transforming their workplace benefits
us companies are now spending an average of us$292,000 on employee rewards in 2019.
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■■Gadgets such as Fitbits are among the most popular rewards chosen by employees
Individuals are choosing corporate rewards that demonstrate an increased awareness of mental health and wellbeing Worldwide, the increase in companies
prioritise prospective employers’
wearable tech and tablets are
investing in rewards is a result of an
values and their individual ability to
among the most popular rewards
evolving employment landscape.
make an impact over salary and status.
Gadgets such as fitness trackers,
chosen by employees. "Individuals are choosing corporate
"Large enterprises across the world are transforming their workplace
This is causing big brands to lose out to start-ups in the talent race.
rewards that similarly demonstrate
benefits and brands in response to major
an increased awareness of mental
changes in workforce demographics
oriented. CR data reveals this
health and wellbeing – such as
that are affecting recruitment,
is mirrored in a ‘transformation
extra leisure time or health-related
retention and productivity," he said.
in workplace’ culture, with
gadgets," the report says.
"Rising stress, ill-health and skills
"Young workers are less financially
companies creating millennial-
shortages among a new generation
friendly brands promoted through
Fitbits, were among the 10 most popular
of workers are stunting productivity,
workplace wellbeing initiatives.
corporate rewards across eMeA
growth, wages and living standards.
"Wearable fitness aids, such as
(including the uK) and the us in 2019."
"Younger workers are also more
According to David Gould, CeO of CR
likely than previous generations to
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Insight
For the first time, we are able to compare perceptions and experiences of disabled people to non-disabled people Barry Horne, CeO, Activity Alliance
Equal opportunities A new study has revealed that four in five disabled people want to be more physically active – but feel that their needs aren't catered for
F
inactive as those without impairments.
our in five (81 per cent) disabled
To tackle the issues, the report makes
people want to be more physically active – but are unable to, as
three recommendations for sport, health
the demand for their needs is not
and other sectors to work towards. These
being met by operators. The fig-
are to address the wider determinants
ure comes from the latest Annual Disability
of inactivity, to design and lead a
and Activity Survey, published by the
choice of accessible activities and to
Activity Alliance, which offers an in-depth
challenge perceptions through inclusive
comparison of disabled and non-disabled
and accessible communications. "For the first time, we are able
adults’ experiences of sport and activity.
to compare perceptions and
Less than half (40 per cent) of disabled people feel they are given the
experiences of disabled people to
opportunities they need to be active,
non-disabled people," said Barry Horne, CeO for Activity Alliance.
compared to 71 per cent of non-disabled
"This is a first new step in gathering
people. Meanwhile, less than a third
■■The report's recommendations
of disabled people (32 per cent) agree
include a call for the sports sector to
a snapshot of real life for a huge
that organised sport is for someone
challenge perceptions through inclu-
number of people in our population.
like them – compared to 63 per cent
sive and accessible communications
of non-disabled thinking the same. The revelations come after figures
"We want to achieve fairness for disabled people in sport and activity, a position where disabled people are
from sport england revealed that
as active as non-disabled people.
disabled people are twice as likely to be
The findings provide robust insight to
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■■Less than a third of disabled people (32 per cent) agree that organised sport is for someone like them
We are all too aware that there’s an unacceptably high gap in activity levels between disabled and non-disabled people Activity Alliance and our partners. This report will be key to helping us – as well as others – to begin changing the reality of disability, inclusion and sport.” Tim Hollingsworth, CeO of sport england, added: "At sport england we are all too aware that there’s an unacceptably high gap in activity levels between disabled and non-disabled people, and that despite a desire to be more active, many disabled people are missing out on the range of benefits that can be gained through physical activity. "Activity Alliance’s first Annual survey increases our insight into this issue and throws down a challenge to all in the physical activity sector: to use this new understanding to make sure that far more disabled people can get physically active in a way that is right for them.
■■ Less than half of disabled people
"It’s a challenge that personally
feel they are given the opportunities
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Insight
■■The research suggest that exercise prescriptions could be offered to people at risk of Alzheimer's in order to protect their brains
Keeping the brain fit Aerobic exercise has been linked to enhanced brain function among those at risk of Alzheimer’s
T
aking part in regular aerobic
imaging (a measure of neuronal
exercise could decrease
health) and cognitive function tests.
the likelihood of developing
Half of the participants were given
Alzheimer's disease in
information about maintaining an
adults who are at higher risk
active lifestyle – but did not take part
of generating the illness.
in organised exercise sessions.
A study by a team at the Wisconsin
The other half participated in a
Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center
moderate-intensity treadmill training
(ADRC), university of Wisconsin
programme with a personal trainer,
school of Medicine and Public Health,
three times per week for 26 weeks.
looked at the effects of exercise over
Compared to the participants
a period of six months on individuals
maintaining their usual level of
at risk for Alzheimer's due family
physical activity, individuals assigned
history or genetic predisposition.
to the active training programme
The study investigated cognitively normal, older adults with a family history or genetic risk for Alzheimer's. All patients had a sedentary lifestyle and underwent a number of assessments, including cardiorespiratory fitness testing, measurement of daily physical activity, brain glucose metabolism
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Behaviour, in this case regular aerobic exercise, can enhance brain function Ozioma C. Okonkwo, lead investigator, ADRC
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cardiorespiratory fitness was associated with increased brain glucose metabolism
The research shows that lifestyle behaviour can potentially enhance brain and cognitive functions metabolism in the posterior cingulate cortex, an area linked to Alzheimer's. According to Ozioma C. Okonkwo, lead investigator at ADRC, the results could see exercise being incorporated into care plans against Alzheimer's. "This study is a significant step toward developing an exercise prescription that protects the brain against Alzheimer's, even among people who were previously sedentary,” Okonkwo said. "The research shows that lifestyle behaviour – in this case regular aerobic exercise – can potentially enhance brain and cognitive functions that are particularly sensitive to the disease. The findings are especially relevant to individuals who are at a higher risk due to
■■Those taking part in moderate-intensity treadmill training with a personal
family history or genetic predisposition."
trainer performed better on cognitive tests of executive functioning
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As you would expect you must be able to demonstrate outstanding management, influencing, relationship building and communication skills to successfully fulfil this brief. The creative development of revenue streams would be a further useful skill. The Executive Board are open to considering candidates from a range of backgrounds, who are able to demonstrate their understanding of the issues and partners in the leisure and cultural services and non-profit-distributing sectors, the complexities of operating within those environments and the particular challenges of running a UK-wide membership association. This is a great opportunity to work with an organisation at a key point in its development, progressing the strategic direction being taken by Community Leisure UK in recent years. We are looking for a person to develop and deliver our strategy going forward, who shares our passion for promoting genuine leisure and cultural trusts across the UK. If you want to play a leading part in shaping the future of our services and sector across the UK, then we would be delighted to hear from you. Community Leisure UK is committed to equality and strongly values diversity. Candidates need to read the Candidate Pack as this includes specific application information and details. Closing Date: 22nd March 2020
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Visitor Operations Manager Peterborough, Cambridgeshire £29,500 - £32,275 per annum, dependent upon experience This is an exciting opportunity to oversee the management of the visitor centres and visitor experience in Nene Park, creating engaging and welcoming hubs for visitors to the Park and improving our opportunities to deliver high-quality events and visitor services. The right candidate will be enthusiastic and experienced in managing creative and successful visitor operations and visitor centres/retail outlets. They will be able to think creatively and will be responsible for leading on the retail and visitor operations located in Nene Park’s Visitor Centre and Nene Outdoors water sports and activity centre. The role will involve sourcing and promoting sustainable products including from local businesses and some created within Nene Park. It will also involve working with the wider Nene Park team to develop new and exciting opportunities for the Park and its visitors. Please note that all applications need to be made on the application form provided and CVs cannot be accepted. CLOSING DATE: 9am ON MONDAY 23 MARCH
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salary: £33,864 p.a (inclusive of weekend enhancement) location: whipsnade, Dunstable, uk We’re ZSL, an international conservation charity. Our vision is a world where wildlife thrives and we’re working every day to achieve this. From investigating the health threats facing animals, to helping people and wildlife live alongside each other, we are committed to bringing wildlife back from the brink of extinction. Through the work of our pioneering scientists, our dedicated conservationists and our unrivalled animal experts in our two zoos, our purpose is to inspire, inform and empower people to stop wild animals going extinct.
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We are looking for an Events Manager to join the ZSL Events Team, based at our office at ZSL Whipsnade Zoo. This experienced, enthusiastic and resourceful team member will research, plan and deliver the annual programme of events which is constantly evolving and expanding. This role will cover a diverse range of events research, event promotion and onsite delivery. You should have a flair for organising, motivating and making things happen, keeping track of several different projects simultaneously and the ability to remain calm when under pressure. You should be confident with the ability to liaise effectively with a broad spectrum of internal and external stakeholders, colleagues and suppliers. An excellent team player, good at motivating people, with good written communication skills as well as excellent IT skills. Ideally, you will also have an interest in animals and a passion for conservation. The Zoological Society of London is a charity registered in England and Wales: no. 208728.
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We are a small family company with one teaching pool and really do love our work. We run swimming lessons for all ages as well as specialised activities such as Scuba diving sessions, Synchro sessions, coaching sessions, parent and baby aquafit, Aquaerobics, Birthday parties, lane swimming, fun swims, inflatable fun days, pirate fun days etc.and even have our own shop for all your swimming needs! We are a friendly, caring centre and take great pride in providing all users with an enjoyable experience as well as support each other by working together as a team. Fed up of just turning up and teaching, feel your not fully part of the team? Just ticking boxes? Not appreciated? At Swimming Tales we really work as one big friendly team and help each other to provide the best fun based swimming lessons swapping idea’s and sharing tips to ensure the children progress and also develop a true love of the water. We have lots of swimming equipment so every lesson is different and fun. Small classes with lifeguard on poolside.
Swimming Teacher Ideal Candidate would be required to have either: ● ASA/SE Level 2 Teaching Qualification or STA Award /Certificate ● Lifesaving Qualification ● Enhanced DBS Check
Leisure Team Member Apprenticeship If you love sport and fitness and think that working in an office wouldn’t be for you then a Leisure Team Member Apprenticeship with us could be ideal for you. An 18 month Apprentice would gain you confidence, skills, and qualifications to work as: ● SE Level 2 Swimming Teacher ● NPLQ LifeGuard, ● Fitness Instructor Apply now by clicking below The ideal candidate would have a love of water, want to work with children, enjoy welcoming and helping the general public, be confident, enthusiastic, willing to work as part of a small friendly team and have a keen interest in learning new skills. Every day would be different and you would gain a wide range of experience from assisting swimming teaching developing to having your own pupils, life guarding, reception duties, serving in our swim shop, cleaning duties, pool maintenance checks, helping at the local gym.
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holland Park lawn Tennis Club is a private members tennis Club set in the surviving wing of the mansion house which at one time belonged to the holland estate. The Club is set in quiet, secluded grounds close to Holland Park Avenue/ Shepherd’s Bush. The 500+ members enjoy 5 all weather and 3 grass tennis courts, beautiful surroundings a friendly atmosphere, great bar and food service. This not for profit Club is administered by a management committee of members and a full-time Club & Tennis Manager. The Club runs tennis events, tournaments, competitions, club nights as well as a full programme of members’ social events, functions and parties. Responsible to the Chairman and Committee for the smooth, efficient running of the Clubhouse services and internal administration of the Club and for contributing to the development of the Club’s sports and social activities and services.
Areas of responsibilities include; ● Staffing ● Budgets and financial record keeping ● Bar and catering services ● Coaching ● Health, Hygiene and Safety ● Security ● Membership, general administration and communications ● Clubhouse and grounds maintenance
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The Club Manager also plays a vital role in the general smooth running of the Club and, with the Committee, ensuring it operates for the benefit of Members. He/ she is often the main point of contact with Members, outside bodies or neighbours. The Club Manager is expected to maintain a reasonable degree of flexibility in terms of his/her hours of work, and be available at weekends and at other times as agreed with the Chairman or the Committee.
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S P I H S E C I T N E R P P A NATIONWIDE NOW AVAILABLE! Do you want a career in the Leisure, Sport and Fitness industry? Everyone Active offer 12-month apprenticeship contracts and are looking for candidates who are keen to work in the sports and leisure industry. Our apprenticeships are available in a wide range of leisure roles which include lifeguarding, gym instructing, multi-skilled activity leading, reception and swim instructing apprenticeships. No qualifications or previous experience are required to apply.
Why Everyone Active? Become part of our family and you will receive a free membership to over 180 leisure facilities nationwide, plus great development and career opportunities and a host of other great benefits!
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With 270 leisure centres across the UK, now’s a great time to join Better. We’re run by GLL, a charitable social enterprise and the largest public provider of leisure and cultural services in the UK. Our aim is to get more people more active, more of the time, whilst making leisure, cultural and community facilities accessible and affordable. As a not-for-profit organisation, we’re different; so whether you’re a lifeguard or duty manager, swimming teacher or fitness instructor, you’ll find a range of great careers across the UK. Benefits include: • Pension schemes • Discounts on shopping, days and nights out and events • Free uniform • Discounted membership at our leisure centres • Career pathways • Ongoing training and development to help you to be the best
So, join us today and see where we can take you, visit: www.glljobs.org
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Better is a registered trademark and trading name of GLL (Greenwich Leisure Limited), a charitable social enterprise and registered society under the Co-operative & Community Benefit & Societies Act 2014 registration no. 27793R. Registered office: Middlegate House, The Royal Arsenal, London, SE18 6SX. Inland Revenue Charity no. XR43398
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We are recruiting apprentices from 16-60+ énergie Fitness, the UK’s leading fitness franchise operator, are building an apprenticeship programme without boundaries. You can view the 4 key job roles of Host, Sales Prospector, Personal Trainer and Club Manager on the énergie Leisure Opportunities portal www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/jobs/energie At énergie we recruit apprentices from all ages and backgrounds. You can earn attractive salaries and are guaranteed free training leading to recognised, national qualifications. If you want to make a difference to the lives of people, and create a fitness club where people feel they belong, then let’s have a conversation. énergie operate over 100 clubs over UK and Ireland, locally-owned, nationally-led.
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Finding your fit. Itʼs what The Gym is all about. No matter your shape or size or experience, thereʼs a place for everyone here! Seeing everyone at The Gym grow by taking on amazing development opportunities in a growing business, and trying their arm at new things gives us a warm fuzzy feeling. And we want everyone who comes to us to get a piece of that amazing just-smashed-my-personal-best action. The Gym is where you take yourself to the next level.
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Are you A PersonAl TrAiner on The lookouT for A new oPPorTuniTy? truGym is currently accepting applications for freelance Personal Trainers to operate in their busy gyms. Get access to up to 6,000 members* and great facilities to operate your business - all with competitive rent rates. If you are an experienced, motivated PT, qualified to Level 3 or above with a first aid qualification, then we’d like to hear from you. To register your interest, please use the link below and click the ‘apply’ button stating which of our locations you’d be interested in.
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About truGym truGym is one of the fastestgrowing budget gym operators in the UK. Since the first club opened in 2009, the brand has expanded to 12 gyms across the UK with more due to open each year. truGym have developed a sound business model, that offers affordable and convenient fitness facilities. What separates truGym from the rest is a focus on premium gym experiences at a price you would expect in the budget sector. This is achieved through great quality gym equipment, sauna relaxation areas, professionally run group exercise classes and a dedicated team of staff that are passionate about fitness and helping our members achieve their goals. The people in our business are our greatest asset. We have various roles within our clubs from cleaners to personal trainers, class instructors and general managers.