Young Adult Membership (18–24) – Getting Started Guide
Welcome to Edinburgh Leisure — we're delighted you've joined us.
Your Young Adult Membership gives you access to an incredible range of activities across Edinburgh, helping you stay active, improve your wellbeing and try something new, all at a great value price.
Whether you're looking to build strength, improve your fitness, learn a new skill, train with friends or simply find a healthier routine, your membership gives you the flexibility to do it your way.
The best part? You don't need to do everything at once.
Start with what interests you most 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
Swimming & Recovery
- Access to 12 swimming pools
- Coached swim classes
- Saunas and steam rooms
- Turkish Baths at Portobello (16+)
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
Choose your starting point
Gym
Train independently at any of our gyms. Perfect if you want to:
- Build strength
- Improve fitness
- Follow your own routine
- Exercise around your schedule
Fitness Classes
Choose from hundreds of weekly classes, including:
- Yoga
- Pilates
- BODYCOMBAT
- BODYPUMP
- Cycling
- Circuits
- Zumba
Perfect if you enjoy motivation, structure and variety.
Swimming
Choose from:
- Lane swimming
- Casual swimming
- Swim classes
Perfect for fitness, recovery and low-impact training.
Climbing
Want to try something different? Enjoy access to:
- Climbing walls
- Bouldering areas
- Competition-standard climbing facilities
- Twelve auto belay lines
New to climbing?
You’ll need to complete a Climb Start Up Course before using the climbing facilities independently, or come with a competent adult climber who can sign you in as a guest
Experienced climbers will need to complete a Climbing Registration Form and competency assessment.
Need some inspiration?
Fitness Focus
Gym Workout
BODYPUMP Class
Sauna
Great for building strength and confidence.
Wellness Day
Swim
Yoga
Steam Room
Perfect for recovery and wellbeing.
Active Adventure Day
Climbing Session
Bouldering
Casual Swim
A great way to try something different.
Social & Fun Day
Fitness Class
Social Sports Session
Swim
Perfect for staying active with others.
Beginner Friendly Routines
The Absolute Beginner
Goal: Build confidence and consistency.
| Day | Activity |
| Monday | Gym Visit |
| Wednesday | Swim |
| Saturday | Fitness Class |
The Student Routine
Goal: Stay active around studies, work or other commitments.
| Day | Activity |
| Monday | Gym Workout |
| Wednesday | Fitness Class |
| Friday | Swim |
| Sunday | Sauna or Steam Room |
The Adventure Seeker
Goal: Build strength and try something new.
| Day | Activity |
| Monday | Climbing Session |
| Wednesday | Gym Workout |
| Saturday | Bouldering Session |
The Fitness Builder
Goal: Improve wellbeing, confidence and balance.
| Day | Activity |
| Monday | Gym Workout |
| Tuesday | Fitness Class |
| Thursday | Swim |
| Saturday | Climbing Session |
Before your First Visit
- Bring suitable kit for your chosen activity
- Allow a few extra minutes on your first visit
- Arrive early if you’ve booked a class
- If you plan to climb, complete the required registration process
- Staff are always available if you need help
Top Tips for Success
- Start with one or two activities each week
- Try different activities to discover what you enjoy
- Use the app to plan and book sessions
- Don’t compare yourself to others
- Focus on consistency rather than intensity
- Make time for recovery as well as training
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 some of the best fitness, swimming and climbing facilities in Edinburgh.
Whether you’re training for a goal, building healthy habits or simply looking to try something new, you have everything you need to get started.
Choose one activity, book your first visit and see where it takes you.
Team Edinburgh Leisure