COVID-19 is causing unprecedented disruption across the health and fitness industry, as well as the wider leisure industry. At Harlands Group, we are here to support our clients during this challenging time and beyond. We’ve collated useful resources and links to resources we believe will be valuable to your organisation at this time. The health […]
Have you started planning for reopening? While the Government is yet to make any clear announcements around the reopening of leisure facilities, now is the time to ensure your reopening plans are comprehensive and well considered. So when the time comes you are in the best possible position to welcome members back. With doors closed […]
Many gyms and leisure facilities have sought to provide home workout options for members in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. But now is the time to get serious about virtual membership options. A compelling virtual membership offering will provide income whilst doors are shut and keep members engaged while they are forced or choose to […]
While your members might not be able to visit your gym or leisure centre in person at this time, that shouldn’t mean their training programme has to end too. A digital fitness platform will allow you to effectively engage and provide training options to members remotely. This is vital currently and for the future too. […]
COVID-19 is driving rapid change globally, with Governments quickly implementing new measures and control to tackle the virus, commonly known as Coronavirus. Physical activity has a vital role to play now and in the future. With quickly changing circumstances, how can you keep members active and protect your organisation? The situation in the UK and […]
With data central to many of the trends driving the health and fitness industry forward, it’s more imperative to protect against data breaches than ever before. In this article, we explore the impact and cost of personal data breaches to organisations, the challenges data security presents and how outsourcing can protect against breaches and hacking. […]
Next up in our Direct Debits Explained series we are covering Direct Debit mandates, also commonly known as Direct Debit Instructions (DDIs). A key part of collecting a Direct Debit payment, a mandate is needed from every customer in order to give you permission to collect payment on a recurring basis. Mandates can be paper-based […]
The fitness industry has witnessed consistent growth in recent years, with fitness franchises a key growth driver. In this article, we explore the development of this segment, business models and the key factors influencing franchisees to opt for a fitness franchise. With membership fees central to most operating models, successful collection and disbursement of royalties […]
There are many viable strategies to increase physical activity across all sub-sections of society. Niall Jordan, CEO & Founder of Activpoints UK Ltd, explores how local authorities, leisure trusts and other operators can implement rewards-based motivational programmes to increase physical activity and address health inequalities. The 2019 edition of the ukactive Active Lives Adult Survey […]
In the latest instalment of our Direct Debits Explained series, we are exploring the best payment methods to use to collect gym membership payments and other similar regular payments. Find out the pros and cons of Direct Debits, recurring card payments and standing orders for your organisation and your members. There are over 10 million […]
As we enter the new decade, we’ve taken a look back at the top fitness industry trends from the past decade – the 2010s. How have tastes and habits changed over the past decade? Which trends have burst onto the scene? What trends will continue on into the 2020s? Read on for the answers to […]
In the second instalment of our Direct Debits Explained series, we look at how to take Direct Debit payments in more detail. We outline the two main options available – direct and indirect access to Bacs. And explore the pros and cons of each depending on the size of your organisation and how you choose […]
