Young Adult Membership (16–17) – Getting Started Guide
Welcome to Edinburgh Leisure — we're delighted you've joined us.
Your Young Adult Membership gives you access to gyms, swimming pools, fitness classes, climbing, golf and more across Edinburgh.
Ages 16 and 17 are an important time for building lifelong habits, developing confidence and discovering activities you'll enjoy for years to come. Whether you're looking to improve your fitness, learn a new skill, spend time with friends or simply be more active, your membership gives you the freedom to find what works for you.
The best part? There's no pressure to do everything at once.
Start with one activity you enjoy and build from there.
What’s included?
Your Membership gives you access to:
Fitness & Training
- Access to 18 gyms across Edinburgh
- Over 250 gym classes every week
- Over 750 fitness classes every week
- Full access to Evolve Hybrid Gym & HYROX Training Centre
- Running tracks at Saughton and Meadowbank
Swimming & Recovery
- Access to 12 swimming pools
- Coached swim classes
- Saunas and steam rooms
- Turkish Baths at Portobello (16+)
Golf
- Unlimited golf at six Edinburgh Leisure courses
- Advanced booking privileges
- Access seven days a week
- 9 and 18-hole options
Climb
- Full access to Europe’s largest indoor climbing arena at EICA Ratho
- Top rope and lead climbing
- Olympic-standard bouldering walls
- Dedicated bouldering rooms
- Twelve auto belay lines
Make the Most of This Opportunity
The habits you build now can have a lasting impact on your health, wellbeing and confidence.
Your membership gives you the opportunity to:
- Build strength and fitness
- Learn new skills
- Improve mental wellbeing
- Spend time with friends and meet new people
- Develop healthy habits for adult life
- Explore activities you may never have tried before
Whether that’s your first gym session, learning to climb, enjoying a round of golf or finding a fitness class you love, every visit is a step forward.
Beginner Friendly Routines
The Active Student
Goal: Build confidence and consistency.
| Day | Activity |
| Monday | Gym Visit |
| Wednesday | Swim |
| Saturday | Fitness Class |
The Outdoor Explorer
Goal: Develop skills, stay active and enjoy time outdoors.
| Day | Activity |
| Tuesday | Golf Practice |
| Thursday | Climbing Session |
| Sunday | Swim or Gym Session |
The All Rounder
Goal: Experience everything your membership has to offer.
| Day | Activity |
| Monday | Gym Workout |
| Wednesday | Fitness Class |
| Friday | Climbing or Bouldering |
| Sunday | Golf Session |
The Wellbeing Routine
Goal: Improve wellbeing, confidence and balance.
| Day | Activity |
| Monday | Swim |
| Wednesday | Yoga or Pilates |
| Friday | Sauna and Steam Room |
| Sunday | Casual Golf Round |
Before your First Visit
- Bring suitable kit for your chosen activity
- Allow a few extra minutes on your first visit
- Proof of age may be required when collecting your membership card
- Arrive early if you’ve booked a class
- If you plan to climb, you’ll need to complete the appropriate registration and competency requirements (please note that U18s must be accompanied by a registered competent adult supervisor or be experienced climbers who have also completed a full U18 competency assessment with the Instructors at EICA)
- Our staff are always happy to help
Top Tips for Success
- Start with one or two activities each week
- Focus on activities you enjoy
- Try something new every month
- Use the Edinburgh Leisure app to plan and book activities
- Balance activity with recovery
- Remember that consistency matters more than perfection
Need Help?
You can:
- Manage your membership through your online account
- Book activities through the Edinburgh Leisure app
- Visit our FAQs
- Contact us for support
We’re always happy to help.
You’ve Got This
Your Young Adult Membership gives you access to gyms, pools, classes, climbing and golf across Edinburgh.
This is a fantastic opportunity to build confidence, develop healthy habits and discover activities you’ll enjoy for years to come.
You don’t need the perfect plan. You just need a place to start.
Choose an activity, book your first visit and see where it takes you.
Team Edinburgh Leisure