OPINION
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Group exercise In spite of having met all government-agreed, COVID-secure operating standards, group exercise has had a rough ride during the pandemic, being closed more than gyms. HCM asks why this is and what can be done about it
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he re-opening of gyms in England on 12 April will be a bittersweet moment. Although it’s extremely heartening that gyms are opening before pubs in 2021 and testament to the progress made in terms of lobbying and the government’s understanding of the importance of exercise, it’s unfortunate that group exercise classes won’t be permitted until 17 May. This delay is causing serious issues for health clubs that have group exercise at the core of their experience. We look at the impact this is having on operators, how they’re adapting and whether the term ‘group exercise’ needs to be overhauled so it fits better with current political thinking? We ask the experts.
While gyms’ reopening date is 12 April, group exercise can’t restart until 17 May 32
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