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Fitness trends move quickly. Facilities—and the investments behind them—do not.New equipment, technology and training fo...
24/08/2026

Fitness trends move quickly. Facilities—and the investments behind them—do not.

New equipment, technology and training formats can attract attention. But while operators compete for the next trend-led audience, older adults are becoming an increasingly important part of the fitness market.

Serving them effectively requires more than adding a low-intensity ‘senior class’.

What can gyms learn from leisure centres about creating different routes into activity, building community into the service and developing a workforce that can support varied customer needs?

Our latest article explores lessons gym operators can adopt without trying to become leisure centres or investing in community initiatives with no sustainable business model.

Read the full article:
https://www.flmtraining.co.uk/older-adults-are-driving-fitness-growth

Women’s sport has never been more visible, and more people are active than ever.But that doesn’t mean the barriers have ...
02/07/2026

Women’s sport has never been more visible, and more people are active than ever.

But that doesn’t mean the barriers have disappeared.

For many women, taking part in physical activity can still be affected by cost, time, childcare, confidence, previous experiences, cultural expectations, social anxiety, accessibility and whether fitness environments feel genuinely welcoming.

For future leisure professionals, this matters.

Sometimes the biggest barriers are hidden in the details: a confusing first visit, intimidating class descriptions, unclear signposting, or a timetable that doesn’t work for real lives.

That’s why fresh eyes matter.

People entering the leisure industry can often notice the things others have become used to. They can ask better questions, challenge assumptions and help create more inclusive habits from the start.

Improving participation doesn’t always require a full strategy change.

Sometimes clearer language, warmer welcomes and better support can make all the difference to whether someone feels able to walk in, join in and come back.

Witness the focused faces of teams working together,Mike tasked our apprentices at Salford Community Leisure with produc...
22/05/2026

Witness the focused faces of teams working together,

Mike tasked our apprentices at Salford Community Leisure with producing the tallest and sturdiest tower out of kebab sticks. A small task, but one that requires the teams to engage, listen and communicate away from screens, tech and their everyday tasks to complete one goal.

A great laugh, designed to help the team strengthen their work relationships through a fun, collaborative experience.

Long-term participation in fitness is rarely built on extremes.More often, it comes from small habits that people can re...
17/05/2026

Long-term participation in fitness is rarely built on extremes.

More often, it comes from small habits that people can realistically maintain over time.

Hydration, movement, sleep, nutrition and consistency may seem simple, but they can play a major role in helping people stay engaged with exercise long-term.

Understanding this is important for anyone working in fitness, leisure and community wellbeing environments, especially when supporting people who may lack confidence or consistency with physical activity.

Skip the classroom and start your career with Everybody Health & Leisure!We are recruiting for our Level 2 Leisure Team ...
12/05/2026

Skip the classroom and start your career with Everybody Health & Leisure!

We are recruiting for our Level 2 Leisure Team Apprenticeship in Alsager, Holmes Chapel, Nantwich, Congleton and Knutsford.

Get paid to gain nationally recognised qualifications in Lifeguarding (NPLQ), Swimming Teaching, and Gym Instruction.

💰 Salary: £16,457.30/year + 6-monthly performance pay rises
🏊 Requirement: Confident swimming ability (test required)
📅 Deadline: Apply by 6th June 2026 for a September start

Join a team that invests in people to stay "Fit for the Future"

🔗 Apply now using the link in the comments or contact [email protected]

Many people start exercising to get fitter, healthier or lose weight.But what often keeps them going is something deeper...
29/04/2026

Many people start exercising to get fitter, healthier or lose weight.

But what often keeps them going is something deeper.

Confidence. Energy. Routine. Enjoyment. Feeling better day to day.

That’s why working in gyms, leisure centres and fitness spaces is about more than physical health alone.

Understanding wellbeing can be the difference between someone starting… and someone sticking with it.

New employee starting this week!Otis has already made himself at home, helping himself to the snack stash and putting a ...
27/04/2026

New employee starting this week!

Otis has already made himself at home, helping himself to the snack stash and putting a smile on everyone's faces.

We’re all eager to see how the business develops with him at the helm!

Out of the centre and onto the court.Three of our St Helens apprentices recently took part in a padel CPD day, building ...
24/04/2026

Out of the centre and onto the court.

Three of our St Helens apprentices recently took part in a padel CPD day, building experience in coaching and session delivery for the Paddle courts at .

Always good to see learning carried into different environments.

Earth Day is often associated with environmental action, and rightly so.But sustainability in the context of industry go...
22/04/2026

Earth Day is often associated with environmental action, and rightly so.

But sustainability in the context of industry goes further than that.
Introducing how learners think about their future careers, not just the environment, but the way they operate within it.

That includes environmental sustainability, understanding how our industry impacts the world around us, business sustainability, building careers and services that are viable long-term, and social sustainability, recognising the importance of wellbeing, workload, and longevity in the roles our learners progress into.

Helping our learners build sustainable careers isn’t just about getting qualified. It’s about being able to continue, grow, and make an impact over time.

As we mark Earth Day, it’s a reminder that sustainability isn’t a standalone topic. It’s something that should be embedded into how we think, work, and develop.

Our latest Ofsted outcome is here!We're absolutely thrilled with the outcome. The feedback across all areas was outstand...
20/04/2026

Our latest Ofsted outcome is here!

We're absolutely thrilled with the outcome. The feedback across all areas was outstanding and has given us valuable insights to further enhance our courses.

Huge thanks to our dedicated staff, past and present, who worked tirelessly to achieve this impressive result.

We're incredibly proud of you all! Watch this space, there's more to come!

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