Pleasance Sports Complex & Gym (couple trip)
How Couple-Friendly is Pleasance Sports Complex & Gym?
What makes it 75% Couple-Friendly: Couples can book badminton, squash or climb side-by-side for an active date, with reasonable pay-as-you-go prices; ambience is sporty rather than romantic and slots fill fast.
Positives:
- Indoor All Year: Climate-controlled spaces keep activities comfortable regardless of weather.
- Variety of Sports: Switch between court games, climbing and gym in one venue without travel.
Challenges:
- Access Fee: Non-members pay £7.50 per person on top of activity fees.
- Peak Crowds: Evenings and weekends fill up fast; book courts in advance.
What is Pleasance Sports Complex & Gym?
- A University of Edinburgh-managed sports complex featuring a 102-station gym with dedicated circuit and free-weight areas
- Multi-purpose indoor sports halls hosting badminton, basketball, five-a-side courts and four glass-backed squash courts
- Dedicated climbing facilities with a roped climbing tower and bouldering walls, complemented by communal and accessible changing rooms and sauna suites
What is so special about Pleasance Sports Complex & Gym for couple trip?
- Pay-as-you-go hub for badminton, squash, climbing and gym
- Indoor activities suit any weather and fitness level
- Membership optional but day passes let couples mix sports
- Easy to switch between courts, walls and cardio areas
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for couple trip: Enough time for a court game plus a gym or climbing session without rushing.
Couple-Friendly Activities in Pleasance Sports Complex & Gym
Badminton:
Book a six-court badminton court for a 60-minute drop-in match in the Sports Hall.
Tip: Reserve online; pay £9 per court plus £7.50 access fee per person at reception.
Squash:
Play head-to-head on one of four glass-backed squash courts for 40 minutes.
Tip: Pay £5.50 per session plus £7.50 access fee per person; bring non-marking shoes.
Climbing:
Choose roped climbs in “the Tower” or bouldering in “The Rock.”
Tip: Buy a £10 day pass; bring or rent climbing shoes; belay each other for safety.
Gym Workout:
Use the 102-station cardio and weights gym with fixed and free weights.
Tip: Pay £10 day pass; visit off-peak (mornings or early afternoons) to avoid crowds.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Pleasance Sports Complex & Gym
- Book Early: Reserve badminton or squash slots online at least 24 hours ahead.
- Bring Gear: Carry your own racket or climbing shoes to skip rental queues.
Reviews of Pleasance Sports Complex & Gym
Salman Alamro
While the place is nice and has a large amount of machines, it doesnt offer much variety with the machines, wouldnt recommend for people who are very serious about the gym
Nikos Ktistakis
The university may need to consider stop taking new members. The amount of people exercising after 16:00 is ridiculously excessive. The equipment and general space just isn’t enough. Save yourself a headache and just go to a pure gym or the gym. I will be stopping my membership.
Aggy
Fantastic indoor climbing and great gym. Staff super friendly. I will definitely go back in my next visit to Edinburgh!
Shane McDonald
This gym is a really fantastic gym, a real example of why the gym should be. The staff here are fantastic and the facilities are out of this world, we were a guest of a hotel nearby and we got day passes, which gave us a chance to do spin, the Les Mills RPM.
Jj V
through the 7 years i have trained here they have done several "rennovations" - always for the worst - removing fantastic and popular pieces of equipment for far inferior over-engineered (and more expensive) technogym alternatives that always feel worst than what they replace.
When is the best time to visit Pleasance Sports Complex & Gym (Edinburgh, United Kingdom)?
Visit during university term breaks (July–August) for quieter courts and gym floors.
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Typical Budget for a Couple (2 Adults)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Badminton (court + access) | GBP 24 |
| Squash (session + access) | GBP 26 |
| Climbing day pass (2 adults) | GBP 20 |
| Gym day pass (2 adults) | GBP 20 |
| Total Estimated | GBP 90 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Address: Centre for Sport and Exercise, 46 Pleasance, Edinburgh EH8 9TJ, UK
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