David Lloyd Leisure

Its a good gym, although I think that the price should be around £50 rather than £80 for raquets.
Secondly, I kept reporting about the shower gel quality to the gym management but no action was taken at all. The shower gel units were found filled with water most of the times. The quality of the shower gel found is so cheap which contradicts the gym monthly membership price.

Good points:
swimming pool and outdoor pool in summer. view over shore when you are in the gym on the treadmill etc. like the café the food there is very good. Lots of classes no extra charge for these. Large fitness room lots of machines no waiting.
bad points: the staff. try booking in your free induction. 3 times staff didnt turn up, did not phone to cancel. on third occasion while waiting was told by another instructor the lady had hangover. however he gave me the name of someone reliable this person turned up on fourth occasion. Two young girls at reception very rude however I think they have now both left (hopefully).

I have to agree with the other reviews on here — David Lloyd is a fantastic place to keep fit with what seemed like million of machines. I actually felt a little like I was in an American Movie when I walked into the gym (clearly I have been going to small gyms for far too long). I am not a member but was given a guest pass which I really enjoyed using, the gym was great, the pool was great (indoor and outdoor), sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi — need I go on.
The one thing I did notice was that no one spoke to each other (unless they knew each other) which made it feel a little unfriendly.
Despite all this I do think the prices are a little high, but then this kind of gym is aimed at people with money (in my opinion) having said that if I am ever in the position where I can afford £80 a month then I will definitely join too.

David Lloyd is definatley one of the best gyms I have frequented. The place offers the highest standard of service not only from the excellent range of equipment but the helpfulness and professionalism of it’s staff. One can get a tailor made fitness program post an indepth discussion with a trainer. On top of that, possibly for health and safety reasons one is chaperoned arond the gym and taught how to use the equipment correctly.
The swimming pool is large which is complemented by and ecellent sauna and a steam room which surprisingly for any gym has no mould.
There is a modern contemporary feel to the sitting and eating area. The excellent squash courts nearby do not disturb conversation which is a primary concern when looking around.
There is a huge car park, the changing rooms are clean and obviously serviced regularly.
On the downside this place no longer offers student memberships thus I being a student was unable to continue membership once I could no longer be a minor on my parents policy. The vending machines in the changing rooms are exceptionally pricey so bring your own drink.

Unfortunately I’m not one of the fortunate people of edinburgh to belong to this gym, but I am fortunate to know people who belong (and ofcourse provide the guest passes). If only I lived closer the dream could become a reality. Large fitness area… definitely no shortage of ellipicals, treadmills and step machines, which ultimately equals zero waiting time. There appears to be a good weight section, but I don’t lift weights so I can’t comment. There is both and indoor and outdoor pool. Just regular pools, but well maintained. The highlight is the spa area complete with a cold water bucket (just pull the string and the bucket will tip the water over you… warning…only for the brave hearted!). There is a large sauna and steam room and nice quiet relaxation area with wooden lounge chairs. The changing rooms are very clean… barefeet permitted! There are definitely added features that I haven’t perused… tennis courts, pilates classes etc. To top up the great feel of a good work out there is a nice café that does a healthy baked potatoe.