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Para-swimmer inspires a new wave of inclusive swimming
Edinburgh-based Paralympic medallist supports 'See My Ability' campaign.
A national campaign is championing inclusive swimming across Scotland by breaking down barriers and creating multiple pathways...
Edinburgh leisure trust shortlisted for national award
Local swim teachers and providers celebrated across the country
Edinburgh Leisure has been shortlisted for a national sport award following its commitment and quality...
Celebrating BodyCombat with Edinburgh Leisure
In a celebration of the 100th release of BodyCombat™, Edinburgh Leisure is hosting a day dedicated to this popular workout, loved by many across the...
Edinburgh Leisure celebrating National Volunteer Week
During National Volunteer Week which runs from 3 to 9 June, Edinburgh Leisure will be holding a thank you at Meadowbank Sports Centre....
New pass is good for golfers
Edinburgh Leisure is launching a new short-term golf pass allowing visitors to the city and residents to play their six world-class courses without having...
Ratho bouldering is aided by funds from sportscotland
Edinburgh Leisure’s flagship climbing arena at Ratho has benefitted from a major funding investment from sportscotland’s Sport Facilities Fund.
The Edinburgh International Climbing Arena (EICA)...
New boss appointed to Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Leisure, has announced the appointment of a new Chief Executive.
Jen Holland will join Edinburgh Leisure on Monday, 18 March 2024, from Scottish...
New research for fall prevention looking for participants to get involved
Do you have a history of falling, or at risk of falling? A new aquatic exercise research study is looking for participants to get...
Edinburgh Leisure urge young people to Get into Lifeguarding
Young people are encouraged to Get into Lifeguarding by joining a free course offered by Edinburgh Leisure in partnership with Prince's Trust.
The course...
Edinburgh Leisure boss says no venues planned for closure
Chief Executive of Edinburgh Leisure June Peebles has said that figures apparently leaked to the Local Democracy Reporting Service were taken out of context...
Edinburgh Leisure needs more funding to keep all venues open
The council has been warned that eight Edinburgh Leisure venues could be forced to shut down without significant extra funding from the council amid...
New workouts for the New Year
New Year means it's a good time to introduce new workouts. If you’re craving something different in 2024, Edinburgh Leisure is introducing two new...
Keeping Edinburgh Active
Edinburgh Leisure's Danceability is featured in the new 'Keeping Edinburgh' podcast which has recently launched for people across Edinburgh to help boost social connections...
Try before you buy at the Fitness Open Day at Ainslie Park
Stuck in a rut with your fitness regime? Scared to try something new? Then Edinburgh Leisure’s next Fitness Open Day could be the thing...
Gymnasts Annual Display
Tickets are now on sale for Edinburgh Leisure's annual Festive Gymnastics Display.
Now in its 17th year, more than 600 gymnasts and cheerleaders from six Edinburgh...
Edinburgh Leisure assumes management of community access to schools for non-sport lets
The management of community access to secondary schools for non-sport lets is being transferred from the City of Edinburgh Council to Edinburgh Leisure.
A phased...
Spooky things happening at Edinburgh Leisure
All of your little monsters can actively enjoy Halloween this year and have a frightfully good time at Edinburgh Leisure’s three soft-play centres across...
Challenge Poverty Week – Edinburgh Leisure wants you to Get Active
As the UK gets ready for Challenge Poverty Week from 2-8 October, Edinburgh Leisure highlights that it works in local communities to support more...
Edinburgh Leisure’s innovative programme secures additional funding
Edinburgh falls prevention programme, Steady Steps will continue with more funding from the council and NHS Lothian.
With Falls Awareness Week happening from 18-22 September...
Concerns over pay level for Edinburgh Leisure staff
Concerns have been raised over staff at Edinburgh council-owned leisure centres being made to “bear the brunt” of financial pressures, after it emerged some...
Free football to keep the children entertained this summer
If you are looking for ways to keep children amused this summer, then have a look at the free summer football being offered by...
Edinburgh Leisure venues are filled with activity this summer
Wherever you are, or whatever you want, there’s an Edinburgh Leisure venue near you for a summer filled with activity
With Edinburgh’s numerous festivals about...
Edinburgh Leisure’s programme – Be Strong, Be You
Edinburgh Leisure is using the power of physical activity to improve young people’s mental health.
Young people’s mental health is in crisis, with 20% experiencing...
Edinburgh Leisure want to help older people get on their bikes
A new Ageing Well Bike Course will begin next month.
For those older people looking to get back on their bikes, Ageing Well, will be...
National Volunteer Week – volunteering with Edinburgh Leisure
Many bodies and organisations rely on volunteer help, and Edinburgh Leisure which is a charity, is no different.
Stephen Hughes, Volunteer Development Manager, explains why...
Training positions offered at Edinburgh Leisure
Train for a career in sports with the city’s leading sports and leisure provider.
Edinburgh’s leading sports and leisure provider, Edinburgh Leisure, will be running...
Warrender is open to the public after refurbishment
Scotland's fourth oldest public swimming bath, Warrender Swim Centre, reopened its doors to the public on Tuesday having undergone a major refurbishment which began...
Splish splash – Warrender Swim Centre to open again soon
The Victorian pool refurbishment has now been completed and the baths will open on Tuesday.
Scotland's fourth oldest public swimming bath, Warrender Swim Centre, will...
Edinburgh Leisure turns 25 – today
The charity Edinburgh Leisure, who manage over 50 of the city’s sports and leisure venues, celebrates 25 years today,1st April 2023. So Happy Birthday...
Tennis coach Rebecca is an inspiration
It was a love of sport as a youngster along with encouragement from a tennis coach at Edinburgh Leisure's Craiglockhart Tennis Centre which led...
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