The health and fitness business said membership numbers now totalled more than 660,000 across the UK and mainland Europe, smashing its initial recovery forecast of spring 2022.
Bosses said the bounce back and “unprecedented” business growth has in part been fuelled by inevitable pent-up demand experienced by the industry as a whole.
However, the firm also pointed to the “breadth and depth of its family friendly lifestyle facilities” and the suburban location of many of its clubs.
It highlighted research showing that the pandemic has resulted in people valuing mental and physical health more than ever – with wellbeing and overall lifestyle both cited in the top three reasons for new joiners taking out a membership.
The company’s clubs offer a range of luxury spas, holistic classes, gyms, indoor and outdoor pools and racquet facilities, which…