News - Physical Activity Facilities

Myzone launches 10 million MEP challenge for National Fitness Day

Gym access becoming a priority for Gen Z, finds survey

Sport England retains statutory planning role

Myzone is calling on health and fitness operators to help its global community collectively achieve 10 million Myzone Effort Points (MEPs) on National Fitness Day 2026.

Access to fitness facilities is increasingly influencing where younger people choose to live, how they spend their disposable income and where they socialise, according to new research from The Gym Group.

Sport England will retain its role as a statutory consultee on major planning applications affecting playing fields and community sport, following a Government review of the planning system.

Places Leisure and Dartford Borough Council have officially opened a brand-new gym at Fairfield Leisure, marking the latest milestone in a £1million investment to transform the centre’s health and fitness offer.

Waterlooville Leisure Centre reopens

VIPs, sporting legends and Horizon Leisure customers gathered to celebrate the reopening of Waterlooville Leisure Centre’s gym at the end of August following a £500,000 refurbishment designed to boost regional health and community fitness.

DRAX Fitness opens UK HQ

DRAX Fitness UK has officially opened a new 10,000 sq ft headquarters and logistics centre in Plympton, Devon, marking a significant investment in the brand’s continued growth in the UK fitness market.

New brand for Fitness First UK

Fitness First UK has launched a new brand campaign, The Real Flex, which challenges traditional perceptions about strength training – who it’s for, what it delivers and what progress really looks like.

New MyActive facility

Alliance Leisure has celebrated the opening of the new MyActive Leek leisure facility

Les Mills International appoints Jason Paris as CEO

Jason Paris will take over as CEO of Les Mills International in October, with Phillip Mills moving into a founder/director role after three years leading the business.