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CrossFit in Edinburgh
6 crossfit studios to discover.
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Edinburgh's CrossFit scene is small but well-regarded, with five dedicated boxes spread across the city. Slateford accounts for two of them — CrossFit® Skirmish and Energy Gym sit within the same neighbourhood, making it the most concentrated area for the discipline in the city. CrossFit® Murrayfield serves the Gorgie/Dalry area to the west, while CrossFit® MTS operates from New Town/Broughton, closer to the city centre. Ratings across the board are notably high, with several studios holding near-perfect scores from members. The training style varies between boxes — some lean towards competitive programming, others towards general fitness and community. This page lists all five studios with locations, ratings, and key details to help you find the right fit.
6 gyms & studios
All 6 crossfit studios in Edinburgh
- CrossFit® Skirmish — Slateford
- Infinite Gym — Pentlands Science Park
- CrossFit® Murrayfield — Gorgie/Dalry
- CrossFit® MTS — Canonmills
- Energy Gym — Slateford
- Viking Training Systems - CrossFit Edinburgh — Meadowbank
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Frequently asked questions about crossfit in Edinburgh
How many CrossFit studios are there in Edinburgh?
There are 6 CrossFit studios in Edinburgh. These include CrossFit® Skirmish and Energy Gym in Slateford, CrossFit® Murrayfield in Gorgie/Dalry, CrossFit® MTS in New Town/Broughton, and Infinite Gym at Pentlands Science Park. Slateford has the highest concentration, with two dedicated CrossFit facilities within the same area.
Which area of Edinburgh has the most CrossFit studios?
Slateford has the highest concentration of CrossFit studios in Edinburgh, home to both CrossFit® Skirmish and Energy Gym. Other notable areas include Gorgie/Dalry, where CrossFit® Murrayfield is based, and New Town/Broughton, which has CrossFit® MTS — making the south-west and central parts of the city the main hubs for CrossFit training.
Is CrossFit suitable for beginners in Edinburgh?
Yes, CrossFit is suitable for beginners. Most Edinburgh studios, including CrossFit® Skirmish and CrossFit® Murrayfield, offer introductory or foundations courses that teach core movements before joining regular classes. Coaches scale workouts to individual fitness levels, so prior experience is not required to start training at any of the five Edinburgh studios.
How much does a CrossFit class cost in Edinburgh?
CrossFit class prices in Edinburgh typically range from around £10 to £20 per drop-in session, with monthly memberships generally falling between £60 and £120 depending on the studio. CrossFit® MTS in New Town/Broughton and CrossFit® Murrayfield in Gorgie/Dalry both offer membership tiers. Checking each studio directly is recommended, as pricing and contract terms vary.
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