Royal Commonwealth Pool - Swimming, Gym, Classes

DIVE POOL CLOSURE: Thursday 28 November (from 1330) - Sunday 1 December inclusive

We are delighted to be hosting the Scottish National & Open Diving Championships on these dates, however the dive pool and dry land facility will be closed throughout. All diving lessons, including Friday's Preschool Dry Dive Gym class; and all dive squad sessions will be cancelled. The main and teaching pools, as well as all other lessons and facilities, will operate as normal but please be aware the car park will be very busy. Apologies for any inconvenience.

CLAMBERS SOFT PLAY CLOSURE - Thursday 28 November

Clambers Soft Play will be closed on the above date for essential maintenance. We apologise for any inconvenience, however these works cannot be carried out safely with customers in the facility. Our other soft plays at Tumbles at Portobello, and Scrambles at Edinburgh International Climbing Arena, will be open as normal on this date.

Now over 50 years old, the Royal Commonwealth Pool is among Scotland’s most iconic leisure centres. Delivering a host of swimming and diving events, the Commonwealth Pool was built in 1970 to host the Commonwealth Games then again in 1986 and 2014, it is the only venue to host three Commonwealth Games events. Additionally, the FINA World Series and European Championships were held in 2013 and 2018 respectively to showcase the best aquatics from around the world.

The Commonwealth Pool plays an integral role in keeping Edinburgh active on a daily basis. We're proud to have a top-spec gym, the city's only 50-metre pool and a whole host of other spaces you can stay active. We also run a successful coaching programme for swimming, diving and gymnastics. Read more about this here.

For kids The Royal Commonwealth Pool is home to one of our three soft play venues across Edinburgh. The pool also hosts our thrilling inflatable assault course AquaDash and AquaDash Extreme, bookable during weekends and school holidays.

Don't forget to drop into our on-site Cafe Refresh for hot and cold food, drinks, snacks and treats.

The Royal Commonwealth Pool is also home to a 'Poolpod'. The submersible lift creates an inclusive swimming environment for people with long-term health conditions, disabilities and rehabilitation needs.

*New for October 2024* Due to popular demand, Family Fun Swim Sessions will now be available to book in advance, with first bookable sessions starting from Monday 14th October

There is no booking needed for Swimming or a Gym session (for over 16s) - just drop in as a member or a visitor.

All Fitness and Gym classes and Coaching lessons require pre-booking. See our timetable for more information. Under 16s must also pre-book a gym session.

You can book online or via our mobile app for Android or iOS by creating or logging in to your booking account. Any problems see our step by step guide to booking an activity. Please read our Booking Terms & Conditions before booking.

AquaDash and AquaDash Extreme sessions must be pre-booked via the website.

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The Royal Commonwealth Pool hosts events and competitions throughout the year which can impact on the availability of our facilities.

Find out the latest updates, events and goings on in the venue here - What's On at RCP.

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Our ever-popular Festive Camps are returning to the Royal Commonwealth Pool this December and January for a limited time only - so be sure to secure your spot!

Join us for an action-packed Multi-Activity Camp, where each day is filled with a variety of fun activities. Enjoy daily swim sessions, a range of sports, exciting games, soft play for the little ones, festive arts and crafts, and outdoor adventures (weather permitting, of course!).