Full Fitness – Getting Started Guide
Welcome to Edinburgh Leisure — we're delighted you've joined us.
With Full Fitness, you've unlocked our most comprehensive membership, giving you access to gyms, swimming pools, fitness classes, Evolve Hybrid Training, athletics tracks, social sports and wellness facilities across the city.
The great thing about Full Fitness isn't that you can do everything. It's that you can do what works for you.
Whether you're looking to get fitter, improve your wellbeing, build strength, train for a specific goal, return to exercise after a break or simply create more time for yourself, there's no single right way to use your membership.
Start where you feel most comfortable and build from there.
What’s included?
Your Full Fitness Membership includes:
Fitness & Training
- Access to 18 gyms across Edinburgh
- Over 250 gym classes every week
- Over 750 fitness classes every week
- Free Gym Instructor Introduction
- Full access to Evolve Hybrid Gym & HYROX Training Centre
Swimming & Recovery
- Access to 12 swimming pools
- Coached swim classes
- Saunas and steam rooms
- Turkish Baths at Portobello (16+)
Need some inspiration?
High-Energy Day
Gym + Sauna
BODYCOMBAT + Swim
HYROX Class + Track Session
Wellness Day
Yoga + Steam Room
Swim + Sauna
Pilates + Turkish Baths
Balanced Day
Gym + Swim
Fitness Class + Sauna
Evolve Session + Recovery
Suggested Routines
If you’re not sure where to begin, start simple. What sounds most like you?
The Absolute Beginner
Start with 2-3 visits per week.
Goal: Build confidence and consistency.
| Day | Activity |
| Monday | 20-30 minute Gym Visit |
| Wednesday | Casual Swim |
| Saturday | Yoga or Pilates |
The ‘Try a Bit of Everything”
Goal: Explore what’s included and find your favourites.
| Day | Activity |
| Monday | Gym Visit |
| Wednesday | Fitness Class |
| Friday | Swim |
| Sunday | Sauna or Steam Room |
The Busy Professional
Goal: Stay active without committing hours every week.
| Day | Activity |
| Tuesday | 30-minute Gym Workout |
| Thursday | Fitness Class |
| Saturday | Swim or Sauna |
The Wellness Seeker
Goal: Improve wellbeing, flexibility and recovery.
| Day | Activity |
| Monday | Yoga |
| Wednesday | Casual Swim |
| Friday | Pilates |
| Sunday | Sauna, Steam Room or Turkish Baths |
The Fitness Builder
Goal: Improve strength, fitness and overall conditioning.
| Day | Activity |
| Monday | Gym Workout |
| Tuesday | Fitness Class |
| Thursday | Swim |
| Saturday | Evolve Class |
| Sunday | Recovery Session |
Before your First Visit
- Allow a few extra minutes on your first visit
- Bring suitable kit for your chosen activity
- Arrive early if you’ve booked a class
- Staff are always available if you need support or guidance
- Don’t be afraid to ask questions — we’re here to help
Top Tips for Success
- Start with one or two activities before exploring everything else
- Schedule your next visit before you leave
- Try something new every few weeks
- Focus on building habits, not perfection
- Choose activities you genuinely enjoy
- Remember that consistency matters more than intensity
Need Help?
Manage your membership through your online account
My Account
Book Activities with Edinburgh Leisure
Booking Guide
You’ve Got This
Your Full Fitness membership gives you the freedom to move more, try new activities, challenge yourself and take time to recover — all in a way that works for you.
You don’t need the perfect plan.
You just need a place to start.
Choose one activity, book your first visit and see where it takes you.
Team Edinburgh Leisure