Edinburgh Leisure has the capital's largest coaching programme for children. We've some of the best coaching expertise around and all our coaches are fully qualified within their respective field. While the ethos will always be fun, we pride ourselves on our high standards; consistently delivering high quality programmes for all, regardless of level, age or ability – a winning combination!

We offer coaching in football, diving, golf and swimming, as well as gymnastics, tennis and a whole lot more see the links below for more detail. On our coaching programmes you'll learn new skills, meet new people progress at their own pace, stay healthy and have a great time too.

Many of our coaching programmes are open to those with additional support needs. Sports such as diving, golf, gymnastics, swimming, tennis and trampolining provide opportunities for people with disabilities to attend mainstream coaching classes whilst sailing and kayaking require certain levels of mobility and can accommodate individuals accordingly.

Teams and clubs

Being part of a team can be great for children and they can feed off the energy and enthusiasm of their team mates. So as well as our various individual and team sports programmes we offer a clear path for progression into a number of Edinburgh sports clubs- in fact we're proud to support nearly 200 independent sports clubs throughout the local area. Click here for more information.

A career as a coach

Are you inspired by sports and a healthy lifestyle? Do you get a thrill watching the best athletes perform? Do you enjoy working with people? Then maybe you should consider working in the sport and leisure industry. Whether you want to coach a sport, take a fi tness class or are keen to work in a leisure centre, Edinburgh Leisure is bound to have a course that can help you achieve your goals. Download our information brochure here.