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Martial Arts Business News: Week of September 21, 2026

The Federal Reserve raised rates for the first time since 2023 and the prime rate went to 7%. In the same week, a Harris Poll named cost the number one reason parents consider pulling a child out of sport. Plus Circana, ukactive, Fitness Park,…
Martial Arts Business News: Week of September 21, 2026
The Federal Reserve raised rates for the first time since 2023 and the prime rate went to 7%. In the same week, a Harris Poll named cost the number one reason parents consider pulling a child out of sport. Plus Circana, ukactive, Fitness Park, Crunch, TrainMore and BJJLink.
www.martialartsprofessional.com
September 26, 2026 at 7:32 AM
sportrecalliance.bsky.social
It's National #FitnessDay! 🏃

New research released today from @ukactive.bsky.social shows that all generations are prioritising friendship through fitness, demonstrating the importance of physical activity to community 🤝

Find out more 👇

ukactive.com/news/uk-cele...
National Fitness Day: All generations turning to fitness for friendship
New research from ukactive to mark National Fitness Day shows all generations turning to fitness for friendship
ukactive.com
September 16, 2026 at 2:33 PM
localnotail.bsky.social
We used to have better swim teaching and facilities in England. In 2010 we had 500 more swimming pools than we did in 2025, and the biggest losses have occurred in areas with high deprivation.
Pace of pool closures increasing warn Swim England and ukactive
New analysis reveals that 76% of the accessible water space lost in the past 15 years has disappeared since 2020, highlighting the crisis facing the sector.
www.swimming.org
August 31, 2026 at 2:11 PM
bnteesside.bsky.social
FYI: Teesside leisure centre named one of the best in the North of England
Teesside leisure centre named one of the best in the North of England
Eston Leisure Centre has been shortlisted for the 2026 ukactive Awards, putting it among the leading public leisure centres in the North of England.
www.bntmedia.uk
July 26, 2026 at 7:50 PM
bnteesside.bsky.social
ICYMI: Teesside leisure centre named one of the best in the North of England
Teesside leisure centre named one of the best in the North of England
Eston Leisure Centre has been shortlisted for the 2026 ukactive Awards, putting it among the leading public leisure centres in the North of England.
www.bntmedia.uk
July 25, 2026 at 7:49 PM
newsonteesside.bsky.social
Teesside leisure centre named one of the best in the North of England
Teesside leisure centre named one of the best in the North of England
Eston Leisure Centre has been shortlisted for the 2026 ukactive Awards, putting it among the leading public leisure centres in the North of England.
www.thenorthernecho.co.uk
July 24, 2026 at 7:48 PM
bnteesside.bsky.social
Teesside leisure centre named one of the best in the North of England
Teesside leisure centre named one of the best in the North of England
Eston Leisure Centre has been shortlisted for the 2026 ukactive Awards, putting it among the leading public leisure centres in the North of England.
www.bntmedia.uk
July 24, 2026 at 7:48 PM
allianceleisure.bsky.social
We're delighted to share that Alliance Leisure has been shortlisted for three of the ukactive Awards 2026! 🎉

#ukactiveAwards #CommunityImpact #WorkplaceCulture
July 24, 2026 at 7:30 AM
michaeldwood74.bsky.social
Strong message to @andyburnham.bsky.social from @ukactive.bsky.social to establish a long term strategy for the valuable leisure sector. Ageing facilities, especially swimming pools, undermine potential for happy socially connected people, in healthy, wealthy places. ukactive.com/news/ukactiv...
ukactive welcomes Andy Burnham as new Prime Minister | ukactive
ukactive has written to Andy Burnham following his appointment as Prime Minister, outlining the opportunity to get the nation moving more.
ukactive.com
July 21, 2026 at 4:36 PM
sustainhealth.bsky.social
New research says structured exercise could help GLP-1 patients protect muscle, keep weight off and save health systems billions.

#FitnessIndustry #GLP1Treatment #ObesityCare #StrengthTraining #StructuredExercise #ukactive #WeightLossDrugs
https://sustainhealth.fit/?p=148198
The Weight-Loss Jab Boom Has A Gym-Shaped Problem
New research says structured exercise could help GLP-1 patients protect muscle, keep weight off and save health systems billions.
sustainhealth.fit
June 16, 2026 at 9:36 AM
ukbreakingnews24x7.bsky.social
UKActive has released its 2026 Health & Fitness Market Report, offering fresh insights into industry trends and consumer habits. 💪
www.ukbreakingnews24x7.com/fitness/ukac...
#Fitness #Health #Wellness #UKActive #GymIndustry #FitnessIndustry #ActiveLifestyle #MarketReport
ukactive releases 2026 Health and Fitness Market Report - UK Breaking News24x7
The UK fitness industry is entering a transformative phase, and the release of the ukactive 2026 Health and Fitness Market Report marks a pivotal moment for
www.ukbreakingnews24x7.com
June 11, 2026 at 4:48 PM
sustainhealth.bsky.social
ukactive expands Digital Futures with AI-supported guidance to help fitness and leisure organisations improve digital maturity.

#AI #Cybersecurity #DigitalFutures #DigitalHealth #FitnessTechnology #LeisureOperators #Op
https://sustainhealth.fit/lifestyle/ukactive-digital-futures-ai-fitness-support/
AI Joins The Gym Floor As ukactive Sharpens Digital Futures
ukactive expands Digital Futures with AI-supported guidance to help fitness and leisure organisations improve digital maturity.
sustainhealth.fit
June 11, 2026 at 2:10 PM
sustainhealth.bsky.social
MPs, Peers and staff join ukactive and Technogym’s June fitness challenge to champion movement in Westminster.

#FitForOffice #FitnessChallenge #MPs #physicalactivity #PublicHealth #technogym #ukactive #Westminster #Workplac
https://sustainhealth.fit/lifestyle/fit-for-office-mps-technogym-ukactive/
Westminster Gets Moving As MPs Face Fitness Test
MPs, Peers and staff join ukactive and Technogym’s June fitness challenge to champion movement in Westminster.
sustainhealth.fit
June 3, 2026 at 7:21 AM
sustainhealth.bsky.social
ukactive and BHF guidance urges gyms and leisure centres to improve defibrillator access, registration and emergency response.

#BHF #Defibrillator #heartattack #ukactive
https://sustainhealth.fit/lifestyle/defibrillator-guidance-uk-gyms/
The Life-Saving Kit Every Leisure Centre Should Have
ukactive and BHF guidance urges gyms and leisure centres to improve defibrillator access, registration and emergency response.
sustainhealth.fit
May 21, 2026 at 7:40 AM
sustainhealth.bsky.social
ukactive and BHF guidance urges gyms and leisure centres to improve defibrillator access, registration and emergency response.

#BHF #Defibrillator #heartattack #ukactive
https://sustainhealth.fit/lifestyle/defibrillator-guidance-uk-gyms/
The Life-Saving Kit Every Leisure Centre Should Have
ukactive and BHF guidance urges gyms and leisure centres to improve defibrillator access, registration and emergency response.
sustainhealth.fit
May 20, 2026 at 5:36 PM
michaeldwood74.bsky.social
Sites of sport, health and leisure are posting positive economic numbers. The socio-economic numbers need as much or more attention.

In 2025 the sector generated £7.46bn in social value. Critical parts of preventative health infrastructure.

Great work from UKActive.

ukactive.com/news/from-se...
From sector growth to public benefit | ukactive
In undertaking the analysis and drafting of this year’s UK Health & Fitness Market Report we wanted to go beyond simply reporting the metrics and begin to explore, in more detail, what the data means ...
ukactive.com
April 15, 2026 at 11:16 AM
cimspa.co.uk
ukactive have released the UK Health and Fitness Market Report 2026, which finds that more and more people are now visiting facilities for longevity and their physical health.

Read our response below:
A record amount of people are using facilities to become physically active - CIMSPA
CIMSPA comment on the latest findings from the UK Health and Fitness Market Report 2026.
cimspa.co.uk
April 10, 2026 at 12:50 PM
sustainhealth.bsky.social
Cameron Saunders becomes ukactive CEO, bringing film, media and leadership firepower to the UK physical activity sector.

#CameronSaunders #ukactive
https://sustainhealth.fit/lifestyle/cameron-saunders-new-ukactive-ceo/
New ukactive CEO Brings Media Muscle to Fitness Sector
Cameron Saunders becomes ukactive CEO, bringing film, media and leadership firepower to the UK physical activity sector.
sustainhealth.fit
March 25, 2026 at 3:47 PM
wiltshireuk.bsky.social
Wiltshire leisure centres earn national recognition for high standards

#Wiltshire #Salisbury
Wiltshire leisure centres earn national recognition for high standards
Wiltshire Council leisure centres receive ukactive Active Standard accreditation for excellence in safety and inclusivity.
www.salisburyjournal.co.uk
March 23, 2026 at 6:09 PM
sport-england-se.bsky.social
Ahead of International Women’s Day, our Head of Campaign Activation for @thisgirlcanuk.bsky.social highlights our work with ukactive to keep gyms and leisure centres safe from harassment and intimidation for women and girls.

Read more: https://www.sportengland.org/blogs/safer-spaces-move
A person exercising indoors with a focused expression. The text on the image says "Blog by Claire Edwards, Head of campaign activation for This Girl Can, Sport England" and "Safer Spaces to Move." Quote graphic for blog that says "International Women's Day is almost here and while it's always a time to celebrate progress, it should also be a moment to consider what's still holding women back from being active."
March 6, 2026 at 4:49 PM
athletechnews.com.web.brid.gy
UK Groups Push To Make Gyms Safer for Women
ukactive and Sport England have created a playbook to help fitness facilities establish more welcoming spaces for women and girls. The post UK Groups Push To Make Gyms Safer for Women appeared first on Athletech News.
athletechnews.com
March 5, 2026 at 5:18 AM
sustainhealth.bsky.social
New ukactive and This Girl Can guidance helps gyms communicate anti-harassment policies, boost reporting confidence, and support women’s participation.

#SportEngland #ThisGirlCan #ukactive
sustainhealth.fit/lifestyle/uk...
Gyms Told: Say It Clearly—Harassment Isn’t Welcome
New ukactive and This Girl Can guidance helps gyms communicate anti-harassment policies, boost reporting confidence, and support women’s participation.
sustainhealth.fit
March 4, 2026 at 3:14 PM
tomgodwin.bsky.social
I had the chance to attend the SPG event where ukactive previewed “Shaping a new era of strength training: Consumer Insights on Strength Training in Health, Fitness and Leisure” The report was produced by ukactive, in partnership with two awesome teams, Les Mills UK (LMUK) and Active-Insight.
February 4, 2026 at 5:15 PM
sustainhealth.bsky.social
New ukactive and Les Mills report finds 43% miss UK strength guidelines and 32% do none at all.

#strengthandconditioning #StrengthTraining #ukactive
sustainhealth.fit/lifestyle/uk...
The UK Is “Sleepwalking into Another Health Crisis” Over Muscle Loss
New ukactive and Les Mills report finds 43% miss UK strength guidelines and 32% do none at all.
sustainhealth.fit
January 30, 2026 at 7:25 PM
tomgodwin.bsky.social
A bit late but an interesting topic.. From insight to impact: exploring the physical activity sector’s role in supporting GLP-1 users at ukactive’s Strategic Partner Event

www.ukactive.com/blog/from-in...
From insight to impact: exploring the physical activity sector’s role in supporting GLP-1 users at ukactive’s Strategic Partner Event
By Claire Place, Member Experience Manager, ukactive  Last week, ukactive brought together members of our Strategic Partner Group (SPG) for an afternoon of discussion, collaboration and…
www.ukactive.com
December 10, 2025 at 8:36 PM