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June 4, 2021

Member Newsletter – June

Design is Everything

We have had a fantastic first month since we re-opened to members and we have an action packed summer ahead of us. 
Read on for a full update and news for June. 

|NEWS

In May we welcomed back over 500 members and several sports groups back to Oriam. Our group exercise classes moved back to our studios and a few sports groups returned to our sports halls and indoor pitches!

We continue to closely monitor updates to the current restrictions and look forward to re-introducing more of our facilities & services soon. 

To keep up to date with the latest facility information you can follow our social media channels @oriamscotland or check out our FAQ page under the ‘About Us’ tab.

| OUR ORIAM: YOUR POTENTIAL

NEW GYM CHALLENGES

We are ‘kicking’ off our gym challenges with two Euros themed challenges this month. 
We will have weekly AMRAP challenges, celebrating each of the 6 Euros Groups, or try our daily Keepy Uppy Challenge!
Our Leaderboard will track all the best scores and prizes are up for grabs for the best Keepy Uppys!

Talk to one of the team or email healthandfitness@oriam.hw.ac.uk for more details.

STUDIO CLASSES ARE BACK!
From 17th May our group exercise classes returned to our studios!
Social distancing and cleaning measures are in place to ensure it is safe, clean and fun for everyone. Check out the new schedule here.

Remember to book your classes via our Oriam App before you visit! We will also continue to provide online workouts and classes via the My Wellness On Demand service. 

|Bike Bothy Returns

WELCOME BACK BIKE BOTHY
Our bike bothy is now open for appointments. Hire a bike for the summer or give your own bike some TLC before you hit the roads and trails. Contact Evan at e.oliphant@hw.ac.uk to book an appointment now. 

|STUDENT SUMMER DEALS

Good luck to all students currently studying and sitting exams. Remember to take regular breaks and a short workout is a great mood booster. 

Making plans for the summer? Our student summer memberships are now live!
Grab your 30, 60 or 90-day pass now!

|TALENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME

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The Heriot Watt Talent Development Programme is now open to applications for 21/22. This is a fantastic opportunity for athletes to continue developing your sporting talent alongside your studies at HWU. Find out more from Heriot Watt Sports Union . Applications close on 20th June 2021. 

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OUR ORIAM| SUMMER CAMPS

YOUTH CONDITIONING SUMMER CAMP
We are thrilled to launch a new Summer Camp for Teens, led by our very own Fitness Instructor, Michael. Go behind the scenes to learn more about what our instructors & coaches do, train like a pro, build confidence and even create your own fitness program.  The perfect opportunity for budding young coaches and athletes this summer. Open to all abilities and sports. 10 spaces available.

Contact Michael at michael.stack@hw.ac.uk or call 0131 451 8400 to book a space.

 OUR ORIAM| YOUR SUCCESS

Congratulations to Murray Brown, one of our Duty Managers. He has just returned to Oriam after walking the entire West Highland Way! The challenge was set to raise awareness and fundraising for MacMillan Cancer Support and Beatson Cancer Charity. The Cheesetown Ramblers have now raised over £3000 for the two charities! Read more about their challenge on the just giving page here.

Have you set yourself a new challenge? Whether it’s for charity or just for you, our team are here to support you and cheer you on! 

OUR ORIAM| YOUR FUTURE 

HERIOT WATT UNIVERSITY STAKEHOLDERS MEETING
Mr Grant Innes, Chair of Court, and Professor Richard Williams, Principal and Vice Chancellor, invite you to join an online event, where you will hear about the life and work of our University during these unprecedented times. You will see our strategy in action, learn about our world-class research, be informed on our financial performance, and meet some of our students, alumni, and Heriot-Watt governors.

The event is open to all our staff, students and alumni, our partners, stakeholders, and local communities, as we celebrate not only the achievements of the past year but also the 200th anniversary of Heriot-Watt’s founding in Scotland.

The event will also include a panel discussion focusing on our performance and the future of Heriot-Watt University across our five international campuses. Members of the audience are welcome to get involved and ask questions.

Book your spot here.

May 13, 2021

Member Update – May

Design is Everything

Hello Again!
We are thrilled to be open once again and welcoming our community back to so many activities. 
Read on for a full update and news for May. 

|NEWS

Last month our team were full of excitement and anticipation as we prepared to welcome all of you back on the 26th April! We are thrilled to be open again and we are now looking forward to an action-packed year of activities and events here at Oriam. 

To keep up to date with the latest facility information you can follow our social media channels @oriamscotland or check out our FAQ page under the ‘About Us’ tab.

| OUR ORIAM: YOUR MOVE

As we ease out of lockdown it is a great time to make a fresh start for your health & fitness. If you are a new Oriam member, have you booked your induction yet? 

Our fitness team are available for one-to-one induction sessions to help you make a confident start towards your fitness goals. 

If you are returning member we also have Personal Training Taster sessions available to help you re-fresh your plan and get comfortable again in the fitness suite.

Talk to one of the team or email healthandfitness@oriam.hw.ac.uk more details.

STUDENT SUMMER DEALS

Good luck to all students currently studying and sitting exams. Remember to take regular breaks and a short workout is a great mood booster. 

Making plans for the summer? Our student summer memberships are now live!
Grab your 30, 60 or 90-day pass now!

|GROUP SPORTS & EXERCISE

WELCOME BACK WALKING FOOTBALL

A big welcome back to our walking footballers. They returned to sessions at the end of April with great enthusiasm and are looking forward to adding more weekly sessions later this month.

For more information about group bookings please contact bookings@oriam.hw.ac.uk

STUDIO CLASSES COMING SOON!

From 17th May our group exercise classes will return to our studios!
Social distancing and cleaning measures will be in place to ensure it is safe, clean and fun for everyone.

Our team have enjoyed hosting classes online and outdoors over the past weeks and months but we can’t wait to get back to the studios. Check out the new schedule here.

Remember to book your classes via our Oriam App before you visit! We will continue to provide online workouts and classes via the My Wellness On Demand service. 

OUR ORIAM| YOUR RESPECT

Recently we joined a number of sports clubs and facilities in the social media boycott, to take a stand against online hate crime. We are back on social media but the conversation does not stop here!

Our staff are always here to listen and support you. We will continue to promote respect in sport online and on pitch. 

 OUR ORIAM| YOUR SUCCESS

Congratulations to the Eight Scottish Rugby Internationals who have been selected for this years British and Irish Lions Squad. Their training at both club and international level has resulted in the largest contingent of Scottish players in a Lions squad in 32 years.

Read more about the selected Scottish players here

OUR ORIAM| YOUR FUTURE 

HERIOT WATT UNIVERSITY STAKEHOLDERS MEETING
Mr Grant Innes, Chair of Court, and Professor Richard Williams, Principal and Vice Chancellor, invite you to join an online event, where you will hear about the life and work of our University during these unprecedented times. You will see our strategy in action, learn about our world-class research, be informed on our financial performance, and meet some of our students, alumni, and Heriot-Watt governors.

The event is open to all our staff, students and alumni, our partners, stakeholders, and local communities, as we celebrate not only the achievements of the past year but also the 200th anniversary of Heriot-Watt’s founding in Scotland.

The event will also include a panel discussion focusing on our performance and the future of Heriot-Watt University across our five international campuses. Members of the audience are welcome to get involved and ask questions.

Book your spot here.

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