I've taken a few different courses at Dance Base now and loved every one! All of the teachers are…read moreat the top of their craft and in my experience are dedicated to fostering and encouraging supportive and friendly atmosphere both in and beyond their classes. The administrative staff are equally lovely and helpful. As the National Centre for Dance you can truly tell how passionate and dedicated everyone is to championing this art form. I especially appreciate that Dance Base platforms a variety of dance forms which are harder to access, such as Dr Charm's Burlesque class which I have been in for a year now (and have already booked my slot for autumn)!

This place is amazing. The depth and skill of their teachers , and the range of classes offered…read moremean there is something for everyone. It is truly a place for everyone from professional dancers to schmucks like me. Go here. It will be so much fun.

I did my research before joining a gym in Edinburgh, and I think that this is definitely a…read morefive-star gym that beats out the rest on quality and price. It is not just the new, fantastically-built university gym for Edinburgh University, but it is also a community gym that welcomes members of the public to join as well, for just slightly higher rates. I like that this gym has variety and great quality. The main cardio room has great machines with touch-screen TVs that are easy to navigate and the best and most current gym technology. Behind this room is a weight room that can be very busy with lots of testosterone monopolizing the weights, but at lunchtimes it is much less busy and intimidating. In the back, with stunning views of Arthur's Seat, is my favorite gym room with great elliptical trainers along the walls and many large individual mats on the floor for using weights, medicine balls, exercise balls, etc. It is much more calm than the other rooms. I also love the classes. So far, I have been to two spinning classes, two Zumba classes, and a circuits class. They have all been great with really nice and helpful instructors. You book all of the classes online from seven days before the classes, but can also sometimes show up and see if there is extra space to join in. Spinning definitely fills up quickly, but it's worth it! This is a fantastic place and has a great vibe about it. With your membership, you also have access to the pool that's in another building. Thus far, I have been more than happy with all of the many other offerings in the main building!

great gym, just the hours, the open hours should always be the same 6am or earlier. Many if not…read moremajority of gym goers are early birds, but have to wait till 9am, on sat and sunday. Notice there's a queue every weekend. All gyms , rcp included, open real early 7 days a week as they know this, dont be lazy and open earlier!

Fitness Soul Studio can be found in a wee warehouse on Tennant Street, between Leith Walk and…read moreBonnington Road, and is a great resource. I come here on Saturday mornings for my Insanity Class (held elsewhere during the week), but it's the venue for loads of classes during the week. A quick look at their timetable and you'll see familiar names like Zumba, CrossFit and Kettlebells, so there's a variety of classes to suit everyone. The room itself is a large gym hall type space, unheated but don't worry you'll warm up soon, with a stage at the front and various accoutrements of the classes tidied away. It's an ideal space for classes with plenty of room either side of you. As you enter you're immediately met by a small kitchen/lounge area with a couple of sofas, a fridge, kettle etc. This is a great touch as not only does it provide us with somewhere to wait before the class begins, but if you need to refill your bottle, or sit and have a natter, you're sorted. I can't speak as to the other classes, as like I said I only come here once a week for Insanity, but it's a good venue and I'd recommend trying it out. Don't let the February Fitness Cliff get you, stay motivated and #digdeep!

I have worked with Leszek of Fitness Soul over the last two years on a 121 basis.What I love about…read morehim is that he is genuine and walks his talk. He himself is a top athlete, so what he teaches and encourages me to do, I know comes from real life experience. He covers everything from strength to flexibility and I am always impressed by his knowledge and friendly demeanour. On top of that, he has helped me look at my diet and nutrition and again he leads by example. If you are looking for a high-quality Personal Trainer who has a very professional outlook combined with a genuine interest in you achieving what you want regards your fitness and health, make Leszek at Fitness Soul your first call...you will not regret it.

DISCLAIMER: I'm on the committee, I do not receive any money for doing this, it's purely a…read morevoluntary role. I've been going to Edinbop's dancing lessons since March 2012, and it's great fun. Tuesdays are Blues-days, which although a dance I've yet to try does have its hardcore devotees. It's a very intimate dance, which isn't my kind of thing personally but might be yours! Lessons are on Tuesdays from 7pm at the Newsroom, Leith Street. Wednesdays mean Shoe Swing. From 7pm, there are Lindy Hop and Balboa lessons on at the Counting House, West Nicolson Street. I love Lindy Hop, if you think of 'swing dancing' then Lindy is what you're picturing. Balboa is a closer, more shuffly dance which can be great for dancing to very fast music if your Lindy feet can't keep up. One lesson is £5.50 (£4.50 concessions), and two is £10. Included in your price is admittance to the weekly social that takes place after lessons on Wednesdays. DJs spin some swinging tunes, and everyone has fun! Occasionally there's a live band, and every week there's a guest DJ slot from someone in the community. So if you do show up, ask me for a dance, yeah?

This is one of Edinburgh's better practice facilities. the rooms are well-equipped with top of the…read moreline gear, and the outside practice rooms are really big, so great if you've got a lot of guys in your band. Because of the wooden floors and ceilings, the sound in the inside rooms can be a bit boxy, but I would still recommend The Depot because it is cheaper than Banana Row and also has great gear. However if you're looking for some place on the cheap, Forest Cafe has a totally passable room at half the price.

A cozy little place where you can learn to Flamenco dance…read more I have only been there for a Fringe show, but what was presented in regards to Flamenco dancing was really amazing. There are so many different variations of Flamenco dance. This is a dance that involves a lot of endurance and energy. Not only a dance so, but also singing. The male and female voices were powerful and allured you into a world of passion and drama. The small room that is normally used for a dance class was converted into a seating area. If you are interested in learning this dance then I can recommend the place and the people who teach. They appeared proper professional and knowledgeable.

From the owner: Alba Flamenca Dance School Classes and workshops are directed to adults all levels and kids from 3…read moreyears old. Fun & relaxed! Performances at the week-end with Tapas bar next door!