Consumer >> CEO Interviews >> August 28, 2000

John Treharne – Dragons Health Clubs Plc (dhc.l)

JOHN TREHARNE launched Dragons Health Clubs in 1988 with the buy-out of the Hove Club, part of Miss World Clubs Plc. He started his career in the leisure sector working for the Coral Leisure Group Plc, and was responsible for a wide range of activities from greyhound racing to squash. He has also worked in leisure consultancy, and was involved in the design, construction, marketing and management of quality health and leisure clubs for leading companies. He is an avid squash player, and was the UK national racquetball champion from 1981 to 1984. He is currently Chairman of the Squash Rackets Association. Profile
TWST: Perhaps you could give us a brief introduction to the company?

Mr. Treharne: We have progressed well since we last spoke and have

opened three new clubs this year in Leamington Spa,