Health Clubs in Edinburgh

THE 10 BEST Edinburgh Health/Fitness Clubs & Gyms

Health/Fitness Clubs & Gyms in Edinburgh

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  • simon p
    Villaroger, France10 contributions
    I do a lot of sport and go to the Salt Room to help with my breathing. Makes a massive difference for me, definitely worth a shot.
    Written December 21, 2022
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  • Igi7
    19 contributions
    Thank you Retreat Thai Spa team. Professionally made service that meets my demands. I feel the difference rapidly and also 2 of most beloved massages in my lifetime took place here:)
    Written June 13, 2023
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  • robelew2017
    Edinburgh, UK1 contribution
    Friendly and relaxed. Switched on staff. Never did yoga before until I booked my one on one session with Lee who got me motivated. Classes are great. Would highly recommend Canning Street Yoga.
    Written September 18, 2017
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  • Renate Kriegler Edwards
    Dunbar, UK96 contributions
    The Salisbury Centre is a beautiful old Georgian Mansion in central Edinburgh, just by the Commonwealth Pool. It has been a public meditation centre for decades, yet remains one of Edinburgh's best-kept secrets. Pop in daily (Monday through Friday) at 09:30AM or 17:30PM for a FREE 30mins silent sitting meditation. Very relaxed; you don't need any experience. There's a huge garden to relax in and get quiet, and a very well-stocked library too. For a 50p donation you can help yourself to coffee or tea in the lovely old kitchen. These facilities can be accessed between 2 and 5pm on weekdays. Do try the meditation; not many good things are truly free like this!
    Written July 22, 2014
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  • puppysappho
    Edinburgh, UK3 contributions
    Since there is no other online anon feedback contact info for pleasance, thought id leave it here. I love the facilities. I come almost everyday. Great prices
    Some constructive criticism-
    The same 20 songs on the speakers is very hard to endure for a regular. I prefer to not have to work with headphones in, but the background music is so repetitive that im going insane!
    Also i wish the staff was more approachable. Whenever i come with a question, i feel like i get a bare minimum of an answer. Even if they are friendly, i often feel like the advise i will be getting is going to be half assed
    Written December 4, 2019
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  • weekak
    Edinburgh, UK1,030 contributions
    We enjoyed our visit, we both preferred it here than commonwealth pool or the WHEC as it is far less busy, and easy enough to get to by public transport, right on the beach promenade, it’s a great location. This pool provide water toys and floats which we had lots of fun with but I must make you aware that the showers although partitioned are shared with both male and females and male attendants on duty but this wasn’t a problem for me or my niece but it might make some people uncomfortable. Also, make sure you bring change for the locker because they don’t have cash only card payment. It’s handy to know that there are Turkish baths here too and a sauna but these must be pre- booked. All in all we had lots of fun and will definitely be returning again soon!
    Written June 11, 2022
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  • szimonettal
    Budapest, Hungary20 contributions
    I always have dance and fitness classes here, and I love them! This place absolutely worth a try if you love workout with a friendly team :)
    Written May 18, 2016
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  • Kitty K
    1 contribution
    First of all the good, the massage was great, one of the best I've had in a while. Now on to the rest.

    Upon arrival the concierge at the front desk was abrupt and icy. He told us to go get changed and come back as quickly as possible (we weren't late so no idea why) which made us feel a bit stressed, he also gave no indication as to where anything was. Upon leaving I didn't know where to put my robe and when I approached him he just stared at me like i'd run over his dog. Another member of staff came to my aide and showed me where the laundry basket was. It doesn't feel great to be treated like that when you're spending a fair sum on a relaxing day with your partner. Left feeling grumpy.

    Apart from that guy, the overall experience was so so. The Spa itself has a fairly pleasant layout but is in need of some TLC, especially with regards to the flooring which has huge black cracks running down the corridors. If you're looking for a spa in Edinburgh would recommend you spend the extra and go to spa one at the Sheraton.
    Written January 7, 2017
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  • Craig B
    1 contribution
    Used to be great. Then they switched off the two warm Jacuzzis to "save money". Fair enough, but they then increased fees. Having written to the club and received no response I am now here leaving a review.

    The gym and exercise suits are overall pretty good, it's clean and well looked after. The staff, for the most part, are very good and have a lot of time for members too.

    But the pool is not the cleanest, the steam room stinks and is grimy and just not as good as it used to be. The sauna is ok, but too small. I have heard reports from other members of people urinating while sat in the sauna. Gross.

    The Jacuzzis are off, except from the cold one. In winter. Nuffield are happy to collect a high monthly fee but aren't so happy to respond to any sort of criticism or a genuine questions re this issue. Why have 2 hot Jacuzzis and have them both off? Why continue to charge the same fee? Surely the fair thing to do is to reduce fees if you are reducing facilities!

    Overall the place is tired and in need of freshening up. The changing rooms are unclean as are the showers, which have mildew and missing tiles. The guttering often comes loose and is a hazard.

    There are better clubs in Edinburgh that charge less per month than this.

    They are renovating the Cafe!! Why not renovate the pool area and turn the darn Jacuzzis back on!!!
    Written January 27, 2023
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