Inverness Royal Academy Sports Centre
A contemporary sports center featuring a gym, fitness classes, and facilities available for hire, including a sports hall for clubs, training sessions, and events.
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Fitness classes
Membership
A High Life Highland membership is the best way to make the most of everything we offer. Whether you’re looking for daily workouts, family activities, or just a way to keep moving, membership gives you great value and convenience.
Making life better
Membership
A High Life Highland membership is the best way to make the most of everything we offer. Whether you’re looking for daily workouts, family activities, or just a way to keep moving, membership gives you great value and convenience.
Facilities and services
Sports pitch
Two full-size FIFA-compliant 3G pitches with markings & equipment for 11-a-side & small-sided football, plus hockey markings.
Gym
Modern gym with Technogym cardio & strength kit, Visio touchpoints & expert support - ideal for all fitness levels & goals.
Sports hall 1
Four-court sports hall for football, basketball, badminton, pickleball & more. Available to hire for clubs, groups & competitions.
Sports hall 2
Four-court sports hall for football, basketball, badminton, pickleball & more. Available to hire for clubs, groups & competitions.
Studio & gymnasium
Bright, airy studio with mirrored wall & ballet barre. Hosts group fitness & indoor cycling on 30 spin bikes. Available to hire.
Children and family
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7 day FREE pass
For seven whole days, High Life Highland is yours to explore — completely free. Dive into one of our swimming pools, get started in a fully equipped gym with a free induction from our friendly team, or join one of over 100 weekly fitness classes at a pace that suits you. With 25 leisure centres across the Highlands, there's never been a better time to take that first step. No catch, no commitment — just seven days to find what you love.
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Try Cycle Fit
Cycle Fit is a full-body workout combining 30 minutes of indoor cycling with 20 minutes of strength and toning exercises. Suitable for all fitness levels, it boosts cardio, builds muscle, and energises you, all in a motivating class with great music and modifications to match your pace.
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Opening times
Looking for a booking after 1pm on the weekend? Additional hours may be available depending on staffing. Please contact the centre to check availability.
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mon
18:00 - 22:00
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tue
18:00 - 22:00
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wed
18:00 - 22:00
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thu
18:00 - 22:00
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fri
18:00 - 22:00
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sat
09:00 - 13:00
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sun
09:00 - 13:00
From Culduthel area, walk along Culduthel Road to the academy entrance. (approx. 20 mins)
From Culduthel area, cycle along Culduthel Road to the academy entrance. (approx. 5 mins)
The closest bus stop is on Culduthel Road (served by buses 14, 14A, 116 and 302.
From Culduthel area, drive along Culduthel Road to the academy entrance.
Large car park is available for customers, staff and school pupils to use whilst accessing the facility.
Accessibility
- Accessible parking
- Accessible toilets
- Changing places
- Hearing loop
- Level access from entrance to reception
- Ramp to main entrance
- Suitable for visitors with limited mobility
- Wet room or level entry shower
- Wheelchair access throughout
Additional accessibility information:
The building is wheelchair accessible throughout with a lift providing access to the gym and upstairs halls. The internal entrance door features push-button access. While level access is available within each public area, access to upstairs leisure facilities requires the use of a lift.
