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Why a gym membership is worth it — and what makes highlife different

A highlife membership is more than a gym pass — here's everything you actually get for £29.99 a month.

Cancer rehab class doing barbell squats with support

Staying active with a health condition: your guide to our classes

Worried exercise isn't for you because of a health condition? Here's what's actually on offer, and…

Denise smiling in the fitness suite at Craig Maclean Leisure Centre, surrounded by gym equipment.

Denise's journey: From walking through the door to losing eight stone

Denise shares how one small step through the door led to eight stone lost and lasting change.

Two women chatting and knitting together in a library

How to meet new people in the Highlands without the small talk

Skip the small talk. Craft groups, board games and community activities across the Highlands make…

Three crystal award trophies on a dark table

High Life Highland reveals i-care shortlist for People's Choice Award 2026

You sent over 200 nominations for our i-care People's Choice Award. Here are the final three.

A library staff member holds open a picture book for a toddler, who reaches out to touch the page.

Take a moment and enjoy a 'Wee Read' with High Life Highland Libraries

Join our libraries for Wee Read Scotland on 7 October and celebrate the joy of reading.

Children walk along a balance beam over red safety mats, supported by a coach and a young helper.

High Life Highland set to launch new era for gymnastics in Lochaber

Gymnastics is coming to our Lochaber programme, with sessions for all ages starting 30 October.

A large group of pupils, young leaders and staff pose together in a sports hall, with boccia balls on the floor in front of them.

First-ever Parasports Festival a major success in North West Sutherland

Young people across North West Sutherland celebrated inclusion, teamwork and leadership at our…

Four pupils with certificates, medals and a trophy in a golf clubhouse.

Young golfers shine at Nairn Primary Schools golf competition

Nairn pupils took to the course at Nairn Golf Club for a day of friendly competition.

Two Inverness Caledonian Thistle players, two ICT Community Trust coaches and two library staff stand outside Inverness Library holding club footballs and scarves.

Kick off good reading habits with High Life Highland and Caley Thistle

Young readers can earn a free Caley Thistle match ticket by borrowing four library books.

Primary school runners in navy kit kneeling and standing on grass, several holding medals and finishing position cards.

Miles of smiles as runners gather for the start of the Winter Running Series in Dornoch!

Over 140 young runners from 18 schools kicked off our Active Schools Winter Running Series in…

Man cycling on a spin bike during an indoor cycling class

Never been to a fitness class before? Here's what to expect.

Nervous about your first fitness class? Here's exactly what to expect, step by step — no experience…

Woman laughing while knitting with library staff member nearby

5 simple ways to switch off this week (and beyond)

Five low-pressure ways to quiet a busy mind, from sound baths to family history.