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Your Destination for Student Sport
Join Oriam and The Watt Family to make friends and memories that last a lifetime
Welcome to Oriam
Welcome to Heriot-Watt University! Oriam and HWU Sports Union are the hub of sports and fitness on campus with a range of world-class sports facilities all under one roof. Oriam and HWU Sports Union are open to all. Whether you're an experienced athlete looking to compete against other top universities or want to give a new sport a try and meet new friends, it all happens right here at Oriam.
Your Start of Semester Checklist
- Check out our Start of Semester Events â–¢
- Book your space for the Watt Welcome Fair â–¢
- Get Your Student ID Card â–¢
- Download the Oriam App â–¢
- Follow Oriam and HWU Sports Union Social Media â–¢
- Choose your membership â–¢
- Unlock the Ultimate Sports Experience â–¢
Start of Semester Events
As part of Start of Semester and Welcome Week we're delighted to be running a full calendar of events for students to access our facilities, and find out more about everything that Oriam and HWU Sports Union have to offer. From free gym trials and sports club tasters to the Watt Welcome Fair, there's plenty to see and do at Oriam.
Watt Welcome Fair
Watt Welcome Fair is where all clubs and societies will be available to engage with new and returning students, plus lots more!
Sports Union Club Tasters
With over 30 clubs on offer, there's no better time to try new sports and meet new people than our club taster sessions.
Oriam Events
We have a wide range of activity on offer at Oriam from facility tours, free fitness classes, and group fitness inductions. Book Now!
Why Oriam?
More Than a Gym. Your Sport Starts Here.
Oriam is Scotland’s Sports Performance Centre, and your all-access pass to sport and fitness at Heriot-Watt. Whether you’re into gym sessions, competitive sport, or just staying active with friends, there’s a place for you here.
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Student Gym
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Group Fitness
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Hyrox Classes
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Play SPort
Sports Union Clubs
Oriam and Heriot-Watt Sports Union are the home of student sport at Heriot-Watt University's Edinburgh campus. With over 33 sports clubs to choose from, there's something for everyone. Whether you're looking to compete against the top universities in the country or play recreationally and make new friends, our Sports Union clubs are the perfect place to start.
Student Gym
Group Fitness
Hyrox Classes
Play SPort
Your Sport. Your Way
Whether you're all-in with the Sports Union, prefer flexible PAYG sessions, or just want to explore Oriam at your pace – we've got options that work for you.
Join The Watt Family
Unlock the ultimate student sports experience! Join HWU Sports Union to access over 30 sports clubs, with a range of exclusive benefits. Make memories and friendships that last a lifetime.
Workout and Play at Oriam
Access our fully refreshed fitness suite, over 30 fitness classes per week, and get 20% off Pay As You Play Sport with an Oriam Student Membership. Available from just £22.67 p/m!
No Membership, No Hassle
You don't need to be a member to have fun at Oriam. Book a tennis court from just £14 or play football, basketball, badminton, pickleball and more with Pay as You Play Sport.
Download the Oriam App
Our App is designed to help make class and activity bookings as quick and easy as possible, so you can book, pay and play in a few simple steps.
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Opening Times
Monday - Friday: 6:30am - 10:00pm
Saturday: 8:00am - 8:00pm
Sunday: 8:00am - 10:00pm
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