Advice and Information for New Members
Welcome to Nuffield Health! We want to help you make the most of your membership straight away.
What's included in your membership
At Nuffield Health, your membership offers more than just access to the gym. Enjoy benefits such as:
- Access to multiple gyms and pools so you can train away from home*
- Discounts on physiotherapy, beauty treatments, and mental health support
- Onsite crèche facilities and junior programmes**
Continue reading to discover more about your membership benefits.
Free fitness programme
Get a free 30-minute personalised fitness programme with an expert Personal Trainer who will develop a plan of exercises and activities to help you achieve your fitness goals. To book, visit your local gym and speak to your on-site fitness team.
Set a new Personal Best
Available to all gym members, our Personal Best Appointment includes a free 60-minute health check with one of our expert Personal Trainers, where you'll receive a detailed action plan to help you reach your health and fitness goals.
Make the most of your membership
Activate your member account
Look out for your activation email. Follow the steps to get your account up and running.
Download the Nuffield Health App
The Nuffield Health app lets you book classes easily wherever you are.
Download it now.
Check out our group exercise classes
We have a wide range of classes. From high-intensity to low-impact, there's something for everyone.
View the timetable and book on our Nuffield Health app.
Tips for new gym starters
You’ve decided on your goals and you’re ready to get going, but how can you make sure you succeed at your fitness goals long term? It’s easy to let it slip if you’re not enjoying it, so make sure your goals are reachable and that you’re doing activities you enjoy.
Here are five tips to get you started:
- Don’t copy others – they may be doing exercises specific for injury or their goals
- Build up your time in the gym gradually to keep you motivated
- Be flexible and try new classes or a new routine
- Discover the other services your gym provides
- Find exercise you enjoy – it has to be sustainable long term, so make sure you’re having fun.
Your gym checklist:
- Gym bag to carry everything in
- Towel to wipe down equipment
- Gym clothes and suitable trainers
- Headphones and music device
- Joint supports if you need them.
Mix up your gym experience:
Gym workouts for beginners
Going to the gym for the first time doesn’t need to be daunting. These beginner workouts help you get the most out of your gym time.
Upper body workouts
Build strength in your shoulders, back and chest with this upper body circuit workout.
Kettlebell workout
Working on everything from your grip strength to your core, this session will help you build explosive power and lean muscle.
Group exercise classes
Working out with others is a great way to stay motivated, meet like-minded people and improve your fitness. Try one of our energising group exercise classes. Unwind with a yoga class or work up a sweat in a cycle class, we offer a variety of classes designed for all ages and abilities.
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0131 221 8000
Fountain Park, 65-95 Dundee Street
Fountainbridge
Edinburgh
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01462 681075
Letchworth Lane
(next to Letchworth Hall Hotel)
Letchworth Garden City
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Personal training
Every workout should be tailored to the individual, focusing on lasting long-term results, and not quick fixes. Our industry-leading CIMSPA-qualified personal trainers can help you reach your goals and go further by helping you:
- Set realistic fitness goals
- Track your progress
- Improve your health and wellbeing
- Learn the correct technique for onsite gym equipment
- Keep your workouts fresh and interesting
Book your free one-to-one personal training induction with one of our experts to get you started.
Swimming
Whether you're a seasoned swimmer or looking to relax and unwind, we have everything you need to have a fun and refreshing time. From AquaFit to SwimFit, steam rooms to sauna, find your perfect remedy to soothe and strengthen your body and mind.
- Members get a discount on swimming lessons for children and adults.
- Children's Swim England programme
- Family Splash.
Nuffield Health 24/7
Your health and fitness needs are covered on-demand, anytime, anywhere. With over 300 virtual workouts available, from yoga to HIIT, Nuffield Health 24/7 has something for everybody and every ability. Free for all members.
Health and wellbeing for the whole you
We’re here to help you stay happy and healthy through a wide range of fitness, healthcare and wellbeing services available to you, from mental health support to health assessments, physiotherapy and beauty treatments to in-patient hospital treatments.
Health Assessments
Through several different lifestyle, medical and non-invasive tests, our health assessments offer a comprehensive view of your health with an experienced GP or physiologist, covering key health issues like diabetes, heart health, cancer risk and mental health.
Physiotherapy
Whether you're recovering from an injury or want to maximize your training, our on-site physiotherapists can help prevent injuries and get you back up and running. All members get a 20% discount on initial and follow-up physiotherapy appointments.
Beauty
Fast, flexible access to hospital treatment
With 37 hospitals all rated Good or Outstanding, you can rest assured your health and wellbeing will be put first so you can have peace of mind.
Children's services
N Star Kids Club
Nuffy Bear Day Nursery
Programmes For All
At Nuffield Health we provide free health and wellbeing initiatives to address unmet healthcare needs – from joint pain to long COVID – right here in your local community.
Joint Pain
This programme aims to reduce pain, increase mobility, and improve mental health by encouraging sufferers to participate in regular exercise. Feedback has been exceptional, with 69% of participants in July 2022 achieving clinically significant improvements.
COVID-19 Rehab Programme
Developed in collaboration with the NHS and leading industry experts, this programme is a blend of physical and emotional support designed to help an ever-growing number of people who are finding it difficult to recover from the long-term effects of COVID-19.
Our sustainability pillars
Our ‘healthy work, healthy community and healthy environment’ pillars set out our key areas of focus across the Charity. We’re implementing a programme of change and taking positive actions towards a more sustainable future for all.
We’re already making good progress across our three sustainability pillars - driving positive change in the workplace; ensuring accessibility, engagement and opportunities in the community, and protecting the environment.
*Excludes home centre only memberships.
**Crèche facilities and junior programmes - Available at selected centres.