David Lloyd Club Edinburgh Shawfair
Edinburgh's ultimate health club: state-of-the-art gym, pools, spa, tennis & padel – all under one luxury roof.
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About
If you're heading down Old Dalkeith Road towards Danderhall, you can't miss the gleaming new David Lloyd Edinburgh Shawfair – a true complete leisure destination that opened in August 2024. Step inside and you're greeted by the scent of luxury and a warm welcome. This isn't just a gym; it's a lifestyle hub with a 100-station cutting-edge gym, four bespoke studios (including the immersive BLAZE HIIT and Cyclone spin), a 20m heated indoor pool and a 25m outdoor heated pool that's perfect year-round. The spa retreat is a sanctuary with a Himalayan salt sauna, ice cave, hydrotherapy pool, and heated beds – pure bliss after a workout. Tennis fans will love the four indoor courts under an aerodome, plus three outdoor padel courts where the fast-paced doubles game is taking off. Families are well catered for with a creche, kids' swimming and tennis coaching, and holiday clubs. The Clubroom is the social heart, zoned for dining, working, or relaxing with a coffee from Change Please. Book a tour online – trust me, you'll want to upgrade your membership to Diamond for full access.
Facilities
Private Members' Club
David Lloyd Edinburgh Shawfair is a premium health and fitness club offering a comprehensive range of facilities including a 100+ station gym, indoor and outdoor heated swimming pools, a luxurious spa retreat with Himalayan salt sauna, steam rooms, ice cave, and hydrotherapy pool, racquet sports (tennis, padel, badminton), group exercise classes (HIIT, yoga, cycling, Pilates, and signature Blaze), family-friendly amenities with a creche and kids' activities, and a Clubroom with dining and workspace. Membership provides full access to these amenities, with flexible tiers including basic, plus, platinum, and diamond options, and short-term contracts available.
Sports Centre
The club offers free on-site parking with 250 spaces, secure bike parking, and is well-connected by nearby bus, rail, and cycle links. It is a 15-minute walk from Old Dalkeith Road bus station.
David Lloyd Edinburgh Shawfair is a premium health club offering a comprehensive range of facilities including a 100+ station gym, 20m indoor and 25m outdoor heated pools, a luxurious spa retreat with Himalayan salt sauna, steam rooms, ice cave, and hydrotherapy pool, championship-quality tennis courts (indoor and outdoor), three outdoor padel courts, badminton and pickleball facilities, group exercise studios, a dedicated kids' area with creche, and a Clubroom with dining and workspaces. The club emphasizes wellness, community, and lifestyle, with expert coaching, family activities, and a supportive atmosphere for members of all ages and fitness levels.
Badminton
David Lloyd Edinburgh Shawfair offers badminton facilities as part of its comprehensive racquet sports offering.
Dining
The Clubroom offers restaurant-quality dining, a bar, and a café, with options for indoor and outdoor seating, as well as a dedicated family area.
Fitness Classes
The club offers a wide variety of group exercise classes including HIIT, yoga, cycling, Pilates, and cardio, as well as exclusive Signature classes like BLAZE and Cyclone, plus mind and body classes such as SPIRIT.
Gym
Our gym in Edinburgh Shawfair brings you the very best kit in a modern, welcoming space. Create your ideal routine with the latest fitness tech, plus treadmills, cross trainers, upright bikes, free weights, cable machines, functional training gear and so much more. There’s even a dedicated stretching zone to help you cool down and recover.
Kids Programme
The club provides a comprehensive kids' programme featuring a crèche, holiday clubs, indoor and outdoor play areas, tennis and swimming coaching, and daily activities designed to keep children active and engaged.
Padel
David Lloyd Edinburgh Shawfair offers three dedicated outdoor padel courts, providing a fun and fast-paced experience suitable for all ages and abilities.
Pickleball
Pickleball facilities are available at David Lloyd Edinburgh Shawfair.
Spa
The spa at David Lloyd Edinburgh Shawfair features a Himalayan salt sauna, steam rooms, a plunge pool, hydrotherapy pool, and an outdoor spa garden with heated beds and relaxation areas.
Swimming
David Lloyd Edinburgh Shawfair offers a 20-metre heated indoor pool and a 25-metre heated outdoor pool, along with a children's splash pool, swimming lessons for all ages, and family swim sessions.
Tennis
David Lloyd Edinburgh Shawfair features three indoor tennis courts and four outdoor courts under a tennis dome, providing year-round playing opportunities.
Work & Study Spaces
David Lloyd Edinburgh Shawfair features a designated business lounge and workspace where members can work remotely in peaceful surroundings, complemented by a Clubroom café for breaks.
Full Description
David Lloyd Club Edinburgh Shawfair is a brand-new, members-only health and fitness club located at Old Dalkeith Road, Danderhall, Edinburgh EH22 1FD, just off the Edinburgh City Bypass. It opened in August 2024 after significant local interest, creating jobs and becoming a key part of the city's leisure industry. The club is wheelchair accessible with 250 free parking spaces, secure bike parking, and close to public transport links (15-minute walk from Old Dalkeith Road bus station, nearby Shawfair railway station). **Gym & Fitness Facilities:** The centrepiece is a 100+ station gym with cutting-edge equipment including Life Fitness cardio, Wattbikes, Hammer Strength, EGYM Smart Strength, and an Intuitive Strength Circuit. There are dedicated areas for free weights, functional training, and stretching, plus a body assessments hub (BioAge, hydration, metabolic tracking). Four bespoke studios offer: Blaze Studio (HIIT combining cardio, combat, and strength), Battlebox (outdoor functional training), Cyclone (indoor cycling), and Mind & Body Studio (yoga, Pilates, meditation). A High Energy Studio hosts Les Mills, Zumba, and dance classes. Over 100 group exercise classes are available weekly. **Swimming Pools:** A 20m heated indoor pool and a 25m heated outdoor pool offer year-round swimming. Facilities include aqua aerobics, family swim times, quiet adult swim sessions, and Swim Stars programmes for children and adults. There is also a young children's splash pool, relaxation lounge with loungers, and luxury changing rooms with Elemis spa toiletries and GHD hair styling tools. **Spa Retreat & Wellness:** The indoor spa and outdoor Spa Garden feature a Himalayan salt sauna, ice cave, steam room, rainforest experience shower, hydrotherapy pool, plunge pool, heated beds (cocooning pods), and hydro massage jetted tub. The Spa Garden has comfy chairs and sun loungers. **Racquet Sports:** 4 indoor tennis courts inside an aerodome, 3 outdoor padel courts, plus badminton and pickleball facilities. Expert coaches offer introductory, beginner, and refresher courses. There is a thriving racquets community with club championships, weekly tournaments, and social events. Padel rackets can be rented at the venue. **Kids & Family:** A bright, welcoming crèche for young children, kids' swimming and tennis coaching, daily activities, holiday clubs, and DL Kids classes covering sports, arts, crafts, Scooter Squad, LEGO, and Science Squad. Sessions are synchronised with adult exercise classes so parents can work out while children are cared for. **Social & Workspaces:** The Clubroom is zoned for dining (restaurant-quality meals), a business lounge with workspace, a dedicated family area with indoor playframe, and an outdoor patio with playground. The club partners with Change Please Coffee, a social enterprise. Members can order food and drinks via the David Lloyd Clubs app. **Membership & Pricing:** Four membership tiers: Club (basic gym and selected classes), Plus (includes most classes, gym, pools), Platinum (gym, pools, spa, group fitness, racquet sports), and Diamond (premium – all amenities including multi-club access). Monthly costs (2026 estimates): Standard Plus £129, Platinum £149, add partner £109, add children (3-18) £33, add young children (0-2) £2. Joining fees vary. Short-term 3-month contracts available. Discounts include corporate, student/youth, family bundles, and seasonal promotions. **Opening Hours:** Monday-Friday 05:30-22:30, Saturday-Sunday 07:00-21:00. The club has a 4.7 rating from 547 user reviews. Online booking available via the app and website (www.davidlloyd.co.uk/clubs/edinburgh-shawfair/). Contact: phone +441313882440, email Sales.Shawfair@davidlloyd.co.uk. The operator (POD Point UK) also provides 7 EV charging points (Type 2, 7kW each) in the car park.
Old Dalkeith Rd, Danderhall, Edinburgh EH22 1FD, UK
Dalkeith
EH22 1FD