A number of EUSU Clubs are fortunate to benefit from the world class University sports facilities for training and matches.
By being part of the Edinburgh Sport membership model clubs are not charged per use of each facility, instead each member of the club purchases an Edinburgh sport membership which covers all training and match facility fees, whilst also granting each member unlimited access to Edinburgh Sport's gym service, member swims and group exercise classes within operating hours.
This model is designed to provide extensive access to high quality sporting facilities, at affordable rates for Clubs and their members.
Over the last 3 years clubs have benefited from significant investment in facilities, playing kits and extended operating hours. Some examples include:
Over this academic year (2026/27) our clubs will benefit from significant investment in Peffermill including:
These memberships are available to purchase online when signed in via single sign on with your University ID.
Once you have created an account these memberships are available to purchase online.
Please note this membership will need to be purchased in person to provide proof of eligibility and student status.
Please note the Coach must be registered with EUSU via the Coaching and Volunteering academy to be eligible. Membership will need to be purchased in person to provide proof of eligibility.
The term "full year" covers the period from August to July.
Clubs that train in the summer will no longer be charged additional facility hire fees during summer months.
If a member is only participating for one semester, they can purchase a semester Edinburgh Sport membership that aligns with their semester Club membership and participation.
Edinburgh Sport is working on enabling students to upgrade from an "Academic Year" to a "Full Year" membership via the customer portal.
Students who cannot afford membership can apply for the Student Participation Grant, providing up to £300 per semester. To find out more about the grant and how to apply please visit - Student Participation Grant 2026/27.
The EUSU President, alongside the EUSA President, are committed to continuing to represent student views and the need for the scope/criteria of the Student Participation Grant to be reviewed to better cover membership costs and club fees.
The upfront payment model is being reconsidered. Monthly payment options are being actively explored, with a commitment from Edinburgh Sport to introduce for EUSU Clubs by 2027-28, to help spread the cost for members.
The model is evaluated annually to ensure EUSU member clubs are recieving vlaue for money and continuing to make savings compared to paying facility hire fees.
Membership prices ensure access to high-quality facilities and are not to subsidise specific sports disproportionately. Investments benefit various facilities used by numerous clubs.
Where clubs feel their facilities are sub-standard, they are invited to pro-actively reach out to Edinburgh Sport via EUSU and engage in conversations regarding investment needed so this can be considered in the wider context and offering of Edinburgh Sport.
The EUSU Executive have set up a sub-group to review the membership model to address the unique challenges faced by smaller clubs, including cost impacts. The group will consider a new name for this membership category which better reflects its core purpose.
Immediate implementation of changes like monthly payments is unlikely this year, but it is a key focus for the future.
Edinburgh Sport and EUSU will work collaboratively to assist clubs in managing membership discrepancies and ensure smoother transitions to correct memberships.