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Edinburgh Student's Sweet Fundraising Push for London Marathon Challenge
Edinburgh Leisure | Thursday 20th February 2025 8:16am
Edinburgh University student and lifeguard Alexandra Ogilvie is heating up her marathon fundraising efforts with a community bake sale at Leith Victoria Swim Centre on February 22nd, 2025. The event marks a key milestone in her journey to raise £2,000 for Edinburgh Leisure's Active Communities programme ahead of her London Marathon debut.
New Sports Reminiscence Club launching at Meadowbank seeks volunteers
Edinburgh Leisure | Thursday 20th February 2025 12:15pm
A new initiative that harnesses the power of sporting memories to tackle dementia, depression, and loneliness is seeking volunteers for a new club due to launch in Edinburgh. The Sporting Memories Foundation Scotland (SMFS), in partnership with Edinburgh Leisure, will host weekly clubs at Meadowbank Sports Centre, offering older adults a chance to stay connected through their shared love of sport.
Teeing Up History: Edinburgh Leisure Scores Heritage Grant
Edinburgh Leisure | Tuesday 18th February 2025 8:09am
Edinburgh Leisure has secured a £500 grant from the Sporting Heritage Grants Programme, made possible by the players of the National Lottery and Heritage Fund to celebrate the city's remarkable golfing legacy.
Make a Splash: Edinburgh's Premier Diving Programme Expands
Kerry Teakle | Thursday 6th February 2025 6:05am
From Olympic aspirations to first-time divers, Edinburgh Leisure is expanding its prestigious diving programme at the Royal Commonwealth Pool. With 120 new spaces available from February 22nd, this marks an exciting return to pre-pandemic capacity and beyond.
Jumpstart Your Child's Fitness Journey: Edinburgh Leisure's Taster Week for Under 5s
Edinburgh Leisure | Wednesday 5th February 2025 8:00am
Encourage your pre-school child to get active from an early age by signing up for Play & Try coached activities. As the largest provider of sport and leisure facilities across the city, Edinburgh Leisure is well-placed to encourage your child to reach their full potential, help them build confidence, learn skills, and meet friends. Edinburgh Leisure is offering a taster week from 17th February – 21st February where new and existing customers can come and try coached activities for under 5s for £3.00 per session.