Oriam, Scotland's Sports Performance Centre is home to some of the best sports and fitness facilities in Edinburgh and Scotland as a whole. Oriam is more than just a sports facility; it is a hub for athletes, students, the community and kids to engage in sports and fitness. With a host of world-class facilities on site, sport at Oriam is open to all, whether you're a member or not. Check out our 3 great reasons to play sport at Oriam and book your next game or match today.
World-Class Sports Facilities
Oriam is home to world-class sports and fitness facilities offering some of the best spaces to play sport in Edinburgh. As the trusted training base of some of Scotland's National Performance Teams and Heart of Midlothian FC, the quality of our spaces are amongst the best in the country. With a multitude of fantastic sports spaces on offer, you can book and play at Oriam whether you're a member or not.
Oriam Indoor Tennis Centre
Our brand new £4.5 million six court Indoor Tennis Centre is the latest addition to our world-class sports facilities. As an indoor tennis centre, our courts offer an exceptional playing surface for year-round all weather play. Our courts are open to all and can be booked with ease via the Oriam App. Whether you're an experienced player or getting into tennis for the first time Oriam is the perfect place to play tennis in Edinburgh.
Synthetic Football Pitches
Oriam is home to three fantastic synthetic pitches perfect for playing football in Edinburgh. We have indoor and outdoor pitches available on site which are ideal for five a side and 7 a side matches and games. From our Indoor Synthetic Pitch, which is the largest of its kind in Europe, to our Academy and Outdoor Synthetic Pitches, Oriam is a hub for football in Edinburgh.
Sports Hall
Our sports halls offer a fantastic space to play a range of sports including basketball and badminton. This can be easily booked on the Oriam App alongside a range of other great PAYP sports. As one of the largest sports halls in Edinburgh, Sports Hall 1 regularly hosts a variety of sports including pickleball, netball, futsal and handball. Our sports halls are a hub for the local Currie, Balerno and Edinburgh communities to play together and share a love of sports and fitness.
Squash Courts
Oriam is home to 8 high-quality squash courts offering unrivalled playing space in Edinburgh. Squash is a fast-paced exciting game, and is a great way to keep fit and active. We're home to the national governing body of the sport, Scottish Squash, meaning that our courts see some of the best stars in the country in action. Oriam is a hub for squash in Edinburgh and the local community offering an inclusive space for beginners through to professional athletes.
Variety of Sports Available
In addition to our world-class facilities, we offer a wide variety of sports at Oriam. From tennis and squash, to football and badminton, there's no end to the sports that can be played at Oriam. Heriot-Watt University Sports Union are based inside Oriam, with over 33 clubs across different sports, the majority of which are played right here! If you're interested in playing at Oriam, we offer Pay As You Play Sports, which can be booked quickly and easily via our app. There's no need to be a member, simply book, turn up and play.
Tennis
Oriam offers some of the best tennis courts in Edinburgh for playing year round. With six indoor courts to choose from, there's great availability for getting a game in. Whether you're interested in playing singles or doubles, our tennis courts offer a fantastic playing environment. Our courts can be booked with ease via our website, app, or at Oriam's Main Reception. We also have ball and racquet hire available on site for everything you need to get started on court.
In addition to court bookings we're pleased to be offering an extensive programme of tennis classes for adults and kids of all ages and skill levels.
Football
Looking for a kickabout with your friends, or a new venue for your five or seven aside matches in Edinburgh? Oriam offers the perfect place to play football year-round on our selection of synthetic football pitches. With five, seven and eleven a side pitches on offer, alongside ample parking, spacious changing rooms and a café on site, there's no better place to play football in Edinburgh.
Five and Seven a side bookings can be made via our app. Whilst larger pitch spaces can be booked through our fantastic bookings team who are happy to answer any queries you may have.
Squash
Squash is one of the most fun and fast-paced sports that can be played at Oriam. With 8 high-quality courts available on site, Oriam offers an excellent playing environment for players of all levels. Squash is a great way to stay active and have fun year round. With the addition of Oriam's brand new Squash Club and Membership, the sport offers a great community of players who enjoy playing Squash and keeping active.
Sport at Oriam - Programmes and Coaching
We're pleased to offer a range of sports coaching and programmes for children and adults of all ages and abilities. From our minis and juniors multisport classes through to adult tennis classes, there is a wide variety of programmes and classes to choose from. Our classes are a great way to build your skills and meet new people in a warm and welcoming environment. All of our classes are delivered by our amazing coaches who will work with you to develop your skills and knowledge at your own pace.
Minis and Junior Tennis Classes
Our brand new mini and junior tennis programme offers a comprehensive course of fun-filled action packed tennis classes for players aged 3 to 18. Delivered by our team of expert tennis coaches each session is designed help build confidence and skill on court. This helps to ensure each young person stays active and has fun whilst growing as tennis players.
Adult Tennis Classes
Looking to build your tennis skills whilst keeping fit and active? Our adult tennis classes are available for players of all abilities, whether you're stepping onto court for the first time, or the 100th time. With a range of classes on offer building skills for recreational play through to competitive matches, alongside our cardio tennis workout sessions, our adult tennis classes in Edinburgh are perfect for having fun and getting moving.
Oriam Squash Club
Our Community Squash Club Membership is perfect for anyone interested in playing regularly at Oriam. From inclusive court bookings to a range of exclusive member only classes, our Squash Club Membership is the best way to play and enjoy Squash at Oriam. With sessions delivered by Commonwealth Games Gold Medal winner, Donna Lobban, Oriam is one of the best places to train, learn and play squash in Edinburgh.
Oriam is one of the best sports centres in Edinburgh and Scotland as a whole with a range of world class facilities on offer. If you're looking to play sport at Oriam download the Oriam App today to get started and book one of our amazing spaces today. there's no need to be a member, simply book, turn up and play (members do get 20% off Pay As You Play Sport Bookings, so be sure to check out our membership options).