Gym, Personal Training & Fitness Programmes in Orkney
Looking for a modern gym in Kirkwall with expert support, personalised fitness programmes and state-of-the-art equipment?
The Pickaquoy Centre Gym is one of Orkney's leading fitness facilities, offering a welcoming environment for beginners, experienced gym users and athletes alike. Whether your goal is weight loss, muscle gain, improved fitness, sports performance or general wellbeing, our experienced fitness team can help you achieve lasting results.
Located in Kirkwall, our gym serves members and visitors from across the Orkney Islands, providing access to modern Life Fitness cardiovascular equipment, resistance machines, free weights, strength and conditioning facilities, personal training services and body composition analysis.
State-of-the-Art Gym Equipment
Our fully equipped gym features the latest Life Fitness equipment designed to support all fitness levels and training goals.
Facilities include:
- Cardiovascular training equipment, including treadmills, bikes, cross trainers and rowers
- Resistance machines for safe and effective strength training
- Free weights and functional training equipment
- Access to our dedicated Strength and Conditioning Gym
- Entertainment-enabled fitness machines with a range of pre-programmed workouts
Whether you are new to exercise or training regularly, our equipment provides everything you need to improve strength, endurance, mobility and overall health.
Personal Training in Orkney
Our qualified fitness professionals offer one-to-one personal training sessions tailored to your goals.
Personal training can help with:
- Weight loss
- Building muscle
- Improved fitness
- Sports performance
- Strength development
- Confidence in the gym
- Long-term health improvement
Our trainers provide expert guidance, motivation and accountability, helping you achieve results safely and efficiently.
Personalised Fitness Programmes
A personalised gym programme is on of the most effective ways to stay focused and achieve measurable progress.
Following an assessment, our Fitness Advisors will create a customised exercise programme based on your:
- Fitness level
- Experience
- Lifestyle
- Health considerations
- Personal goals
Programmes are regularly reviewed and updated to keep you progressing and motivated.
Body Composition Analysis (BCA)
Body Composition Analysis is one of the best ways to track your progress beyond simply stepping on the scales.
A BCA measures:
- Body fat percentage
- Muscle mass
- Fat-free mass
- Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)
- Overall body composition
The assessment takes less than two minutes and provides valuable information to help guide your training and nutrition strategy.
Our Fitness Advisors will explain your results and provide recommendations to support your health and fitness goals.
Gym Inductions
All gym users must complete an induction before using the facilities.
To book, please call 01856 879900 or email: enquiries@pickaquoy.com
During your induction, a Fitness Advisor will:
- Demonstrate gym equipment safely,
- Explain health and safety protocols,
- Explain cardiovascular and resistance training equipment,
- Introduce the Strength and Conditioning area,
- Give you a tour of the facility,
- Answer questions about training and exercise.
Gym inductions are included for ActiveLife members.
Teenager Gym Induction
Young people aged 14 and 15 can access the gym through our Teenager Gym Induction.
Junior members receive a dedicated induction and guidance on the safe use of approved equipment. A parent or guardian must complete the required health questionnaire before attendance.
Book a Gym Induction or Speak to Our Fitness Team
Our friendly Fitness Advisors and Personal Trainers are available to help you get started, discuss your fitness goals, and recommend the most suitable services for your needs.
Whether you're interested in personal training, a personalised fitness programme, Body Composition Analysis (BCA), or general gym membership advice, our experienced team is here to support you.
To discuss our services or book an appointment with a Fitness Advisor or Personal Trainer, please email:
Fitness@pickaquoy.com
Gym Opening Hours
Monday to Friday: 06:30 - 22:00
Saturday and Sunday: 08:45 - 20:00
To see the opening hours of the S&C Gym, visit the Strength and Conditioning Gym page.
Why Choose The Pickaquoy Centre Gym?
- Modern Life Fitness Equipment
- Friendly and experienced fitness team
- Personal training services available
- Strength and Conditioning facilities
- Body Composition Analysis
- Programmes for beginners and experienced gym users
- Convenient Kirkwall location
- Serving communities throughout Orkney