New Edition of CLADMag magazine

The latest digital issue of CLADMag design magazine is now available. In this issue (page 16) you can read about the Arovada by Akarin wellness retreat, with interiors by fashion designer Kenzo Takada, that includes a range of medical and spa facilities. Also in this issue on page 100 is 'Fit for Purpose', looking at the designers and architects creating inspiring and original health clubs and gyms.

WorldSkills UK Fitness Trainer Competion 2016

AoC Sport has started its search for Britain’s best student fitness professionals with the launch of the WorldSkills UK Fitness Trainer Competition 2016.
The lead organisation for sport and physical activity in colleges is looking for rising stars in the roles of gym instructor and personal trainer. Both categories test aspiring fitness professionals’ knowledge and skills, with participants having the opportunity to compete at an institution, then at regional and two national levels. To find out more and enter the competition click here:

Easter Opening Hours

If you are planning to do some studying during the Easter break, here are the revised opening hours for the Easter vacation for both Richmond House Library and Summer Row Library. The online resources will continue to be available off-campus during the Easter closure, so remember to make use of the e-books and journals during this time.

Summer Row
21st March -  24th March 9:00 - 19:00
25th March - 29th March     CLOSED
30th March - 1st April     9:00 - 19:00
Saturday 9:00   - 17:00
Sunday   12:00 - 17:00

Richmond House
25th March - 29th March  - CLOSED
30th March - 8th April 9:00 - 16:00

Hair UK, Beauty UK, Barber UK and Holistic Health Show 2016

Taking place at the NEC Birmingham on Sunday 22nd and Monday 23rd May will be the Hair UK, Beauty UK, Holistic Health Show and Barber UK a trade event with four shows under one roof. There is free entry if you register before the show and take your free tickets with you, but if you don't register entrance on the day will cost £20.00 per person or £10.00 if you are a student.  Please note that no under 16s, including babies and children, will be admitted to this event. Register for free tickets here and see the Beauty UK site for full details about the event.

New Edition of Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning

                                                                                                                                                           

Copies of the new 2016 edition of Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning are now in stock.
Please note that there has been a change of author for the new edition, and it is no longer Baechle. The author of the new edition is Haff (and Triplett).

Hair Stylist Handbook: Techniques for Film and Televison E-Book

We have a new e-book that you can access from the Dawson Books database via E-Resources. This is: The Hair Stylist Handbook: Techniques for film and television, Davis. Print copies will be available soon.

Free Digital Subscriptions to Leisure Media Publications

Just a reminder that you can sign up for a free one-year online digital subscription to several Leisure Media titles.These include: Spa Business, Spa Opportunities, Health Club Management, Leisure Opportunities, Leisure Management and Sports Management. It's worth doing to keep up with the latest industry news. You can sign up online at www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/green.

Health Club Management Digital Issue

The March 2016 digital issue of Health Club Management is now available. Included in this issue is a feature on best practice in inclusive fitness and how to attract hard to reach groups and an interview with Jennie Price, the CEO of Sport England, about the government's new sporting strategy and the opportunities this presents all physical activity providers. Plus you can see all the latest industry news and events listings.

New Books in Stock

Copies of the following books are now available:
Holiday Nail Art, Lucas 
70s Style and Design, Lutyen's (on the Historical Perspectives of Hair and Fashion (752) reading list)
NCSA's Essentials of Personal Training, Coburn
Dynamics of Skill Acquisition: a constraints-led approach, Davids
Food, Nutrition and Sports Performance III, Maughan