Was in town for a few days and wanted to try out a local gym for a HIIT-style class to keep the weight off while I stuffed my face with Cullen Skink, haggis, gelato, shortbread, and other goodies. Found CaveFit allowed you to sign up for individual classes for a fee without requiring a membership. Plus, their website was the most straightforward and easiest to work with. So decided to go with them. I can only speak for the Conditioning class. I didn’t sign up for the other classes or the open gym. It’s similar to a CrossFit class. Pretty intense if you’ve never done one. Obviously based on the name, there is more focus on conditioning than strength so don’t expect too much dumbbell/barbell usage in this particular class. Both classes I attended I was gassed by the end. If you are lucky to be doing group work, your team really pushes you and I loved that, especially since I didn’t know any of them. Can’t say enough about the people. Everyone from the trainers to the regulars were really nice and welcoming. I’ve only ever encountered this at my current gym back home. Major shout out to Lyndsay (so sorry if I misspelled the name), who was super sweet and welcoming! A few things I’ll point out: Firstly, CaveFit is located inside of Cheval The Edinburgh Grand hotel. When you go through the front doors, take a left and you’ll see the CaveFit sign. Head down the stairs and you’ll eventually find your way to the gym. Secondly, there isn’t a front desk or staff just hanging around to greet guests (from what I could see). If you go to a class, they will check you in during class. Not sure how it works if you sign up for Open Gym. Thirdly, the locker rooms are locked and it seems only members have the combination to the key pad lock. I simply brought a back pack and set it in a corner in the class. Would highly recommend if you’re not a member and decide to come, you should dress beforehand and perhaps not plan on showering afterwards (although you could always ask someone to open the locker room door for you).

Great atmosphere at every training sessions. Good workout as targets all body parts and high intensity which I really enjoy to keep the heart rate up. Great that the circuit changes every week so lots of change and variety in the workouts! Definitely feel stronger and fitter for attending.

Cavefit is truly awesome! In 45 minutes you'll have challenged yourself physically and mentally through a great circuit session comprising of 35 different exercises. I'm feeling fitter, stronger, and more confident in myself. The sessions are well run by an experienced professional (Pete), and the people attending are of all abilities and friendly. Get yourself along and challenge yourself!

Experience as non member: Enquired via the website form, no answer. Visited the gym facilities, no one was there attending the floor only 2 clients training. Sent a direct message on Instagram? No one even opened it. Shame :(

The instructors are excellent and facilities are modern and well maintained. I’ve been to two classes now and really feel like I’ve had a proper workout each time.

My wife and I were visiting Edinburgh and found CaveFit online as we were looking for somewhere to do CrossFit style training with open gym slots. Very well equipped gym with high quality equipment. Everyone was very friendly and will definitely be booking back in whenever we are next up.

Great classes regardless your exercise level! The Edinburgh Grand unit is amazing.

Great atmosphere. Excellent equipment, the trainers really put you through your paces. The best gym in Edinburgh.

Absolutely love CaveFit and everything it's allowed me to achieve. It is a dynamic circuit based class that will make you sweat and it has helped me to drop an entire dress size in 3 weeks! Pete is an absolutely amazing trainer and motivator. Cant recommend highly enough!

Petes a great trainer and the facilities are top notch. I have tried many different forms of training this one is by far the best - so easy to get motivated and feel great after it. I attended for 6 weeks before I injured myself ( outside the gym!) and lost near 2 stone in 6 weeks - looking forward to coming back soon. Friendly faces and no one judging you, you just get on with your own thing to best of your ability and you soon see the changes !

Brilliant class that will take ALL your gym goals to the next level. Activities are fully explained, circuits are well laid out and thought through. If you want to get stronger, fitter and feel amazing all in the space of 45 minutes then this class is for you.

Cavefit is a unique training facility in Edinburgh, every session is different and your pushed to the max by Pete. I also do personal training with him and I've never trained with someone who inspires me to exceed my goals and push myself week in week out.

Ive always struggled with the thought of doing any kind of "weights" at the gym, I find it very boring and monotonous. However at cavefit its the very opposite! Every week the routine changes and challenges you. Ive found all the people very welcoming and willing to help if u get a bit lost the first few times. Peter teaches you the correct technique so you know how to do the exercises properly and guides you through every class which is a great help. I always walk away feeling motivated. This class is well worth it!

I've been going to Cavefit since it opened last winter. From the people that attend, the music in the class, Pete and the rest of the teams commitment to making you feel at home and helping you understand the workouts and pushing you to do your best makes the cave a really special and unique gym. Pete is the best personal trainer I have had and the cavefit classes are loads of fun as well as being a great workout that caters for everyone at all levels of fitness. You wont regret going to this gym its one of the best :)

Best way to get in shape, various activities for all levels involved within the best gym in Edinburgh. Pete the man who created this is inspirational and will do everything he can to help you progress to the next level on your personal goals. Give it a go, you won't regret it

Great atmosphere, tough and rewarding training. Highly recommended, great coaching and encouragement throughout classes - be prepared to work hard, be challenged and get results.

Nice circuit gym with various exercises for full body work out.

The absolute best! Found them online, I’m visiting for two weeks and need a place to go work out everyday. You book online and the gym is downstairs in the hotel (get a PIN code at reception to get to the locker room). Can’t say enough good things — the gym is new and equipment is amazing. You get your own set of kettlebells and dumbbells to chose from. Staff is amazing and all the regulars are super lovely. An absolute gem!

I was in Edinburgh for about 3 weeks teaching as part of a study abroad program and attended 9 sessions while there. I can say that if I lived in Edinburgh, Cavefit would be the gym for me! I All of the staff were fantastic, knowledgeable and great motivators and the other clients really have created a wonderful community. The setup for Cavefit is similar to the gym in my home city, even the boxes, dumbbells, bikes and ski/rower were the same except everything was in kg not pounds :-). Great program and I highly recommend folks join if they are in Scotland.

I had a bad experience with this gym. I signed up for their starting deal for 55 pounds for the first month. But, the website was not set up for the deal, so most of the time it did not let me log in to book a spot. I tried going a few times. During the first time, I said I was new. I did not really get an introduction. The open gym requires a pin to enter which I never got. The wifi did not work. It is a very small gym and feels like everyone knows each other, but are not open to getting to know new people. I sent an email asking for the pin and a few other questions. The email never got a reply. I also called a few times and the calls never went through? Also things like not having the changing room pin because I was told it once when I was going into the work out class with where to write it down. And then when I came back, it was out of hours for anyone to work there to ask. Also, from what I can gather, only one of the rooms is available during open gym time. Making it rather difficult to have access to a squat rack. The gym in general really felt impersonal, hard to book, and more aesthetic than functional. An introduction email or someone taking time (more than a minute) to show me around would have been amazing.

Big shoutout to Siri, Laura, Jenny and Amy for the incredible StrongHER classes every Saturday! It’s so inspiring to be around such a strong and supportive community of women, and everyone is made to feel so welcome, no matter their fitness goals or training experience. I’ve learnt so much about female specific lifestyle and training topics each week , as well as getting in a killer workout in every session! Thank you so much to the girls for all of their help and support: I’m so glad I stumbled upon CaveFit, and have found such a positive and empowering community to become a part of!

Amazing sessions every time!

Would highly recommend CaveFit! Such a welcoming and friendly atmosphere. The instructors are brilliant at showing you how to do the exercises correctly and motivating you to reach your potential.

best workout in edinburgh hands down!! love these classes- coaches and group workouts are super motivating and they’re really time efficient with a high intensity workout!

I cannot recomend Cavefit highly enough. The facility is fantastic with up to date modern techniques to get you fit and stay fit. To top it off, the instructors are excellent who create a friendly and motivated environment.

Been going to Cavefit for a while now and I feel great. Great atmosphere at both the waterfront and in the Edinburgh grand. The staff are friendly and approachable and helped me a lot with technique to get the most out of my sessions.

Class atmosphere is amazing and the workouts change every 2 days. It’s hard work but you won’t regret it- would highly recommend!

The music, lights and energy were amazing! Very tough work out but you get out what you put in!! Can’t wait for the next class

High energy and motivating workouts for every fitness level with great trainers who help you improve your technique to get the most out of your workout. Good tunes too!

Excellent gym and facilities! Pete, Jack and the team are honestly masters of their trade! Great place to work out and get fit! I couldn’t recommend them anymore highly! A++++

Amazing workout. Feel like jelly! Great team too 😀

Absolutely the best gym in Scotland. The trainers are amazing, the classes are challenging and varied, and the vibe is inclusive and welcoming.

Great session hitting all areas! Best workout you’ll get in 30mins

Amazing facilities with encouraging trainers. I love training here

joined cave fit at the grand on opening day and quite frankly i was blown away by it , the equipment and the trainers are awesome everyone is really friendly including the people who goes to the classes . by far the best gym I've been in to, I'm now enjoying training again 10/10

Nowhere comes close to the level of service provided at both the waterfront and the grand. The facilities are excellent and the knowledge across all of the coaching team is second to none.

I would highly recommend CaveFit regardless of your level of fitness. Excellent facilities with knowledgeable and friendly trainers who create a hard working, but still fun environment to train in.

Great place to train, with highly knowledgeable and welcoming trainers, superb facilities and a great atmosphere. Highly recommended!

Absolutely fantastic to be back in the gym after lockdown and have to say it is wonderful how well guidelines are being followed by all staff and members. Brilliant atmosphere, really well equipped and if you are looking for a knowledgable personal trainer then look no further than Jordan!