Sport and exercise
Physical exercise is also great for mental wellbeing. The University's Sport and Exercise team have made a number of online classes and tutorials available to help.
Sport & Exercise | Sport and Exercise (ed.ac.uk)
Active Lives will be offering regular weekly walks from central campus and easter bush campus. Keep an eye on our Keep Active page for more info.
Let'sTalk
The student team at Edinburgh University Sports Union have created this video for students to support our students in the conversation about mental health. Opening up can help you feel connected, break the stigma, and encourage others to do the same. #LetsTalk
The University’s Sport and Exercise facilities include:
- world-class gyms
- a 25m swimming pool
- a climbing wall
- indoor and outdoor sport pitches
- a medical clinic
Sport and Exercise facilities
Activities
Keep active
View our online resources to help keep you active and boost your mood.
Exercise classes
Our Sport & Exercise team have created a series of live streamed group exercise classes for students in self-isolation.
Take a look at the weekly schedule
Sports clubs
The University Sports Union has more than 60 sports clubs you can join.
Edinburgh University Sports Union website
Taster sessions
During revision and exams, the Sports Union offers one-off taster events to help manage stress.