Address: The Fingal Centre, Viewfield Rd, Portree, Isle of Skye IV51 9ET
Tel: 01478 614819 or 01478 614810
e-mail: fingal.centre@highland.gov.uk
Directions: How to find us
Manager: Scott Milne
Àrainn Fhinn/The Fingal Centre
The Fingal Centre was opened in the Summer of 2008 and is part of a new develoment which includes state of the art community facilities and a new high school. The facility is located below Áite-suidhe Fhinn, or Fingal’s seat. As you come into Portree from the South, take the left turn onto Dunvegan Road and then the first turning left at the traffic lights where you’ll find our large free car park. Or enter IV51 9ET into your Sat Nav.
Aqua Zumba
A new Aqua Zumba class will start on Tuesday 13th September at 6.30pm. Please note that booking is essential for all classes. Please call 614819 to book and for more information.
Attention all Visitors to Skye
Please note that you can get a shower in the facility for only £1.70 or £0.85 for under 18s, those in full time education and customers with a registered disability. We also have free internet access in the Library. More information on visiting the Isle of Skye at www.skye.co.uk
Twin Track Pool Inflatable Challenge
The pool inflatable session is on every Saturday 15:15 to 16:00 with even more sessions on during the School Holidays. The sessions are tremendous fun however please note that the minimum age is 8 years and that all those attending must have passed their deep end test/Pool Swimming Standard. Photo here. (see pool for more details)
Exercise Classes
Monday - Aquacise 13:15 - 14:15
Monday - Jog Scotland 18:00 - 19:00
Monday - Boxercise 18:00 - 19:00
Monday - Step 19:15 - 20:15
Tuesday - Spin Cycling 18:00 - 19:00
Tuesday - Zumba 18:00 - 19:00
Tuesday - AquaZumba/Aquacise 18:30 - 19:30
Wednesday - Spin Cycling 17:15 - 18:00
Wednesday - Aquacise 18:00 - 19:00
Thursday - Spin Cycling 18:00 - 19:00
Thursday - Circuits 19:00 - 20:00
There are also extra exercise classes for Move-It-To-Lose-It until February 19th 2012. Please contact us at the centre for details.
Please remember these come at no additional cost if you hold a High Life all inclusive card and that it is essential to phone and book.
Clubs and other activities
A wide range of clubs and organisations run activities at the centre in addition to our own organised activities. These groups include Dance, Swimming, Shinty, Football, Basketball, Hockey and Martial Arts to name but a few. Please contact our reception if these interest you and we will put you in touch with someone who can help you.
All weather pitch and multi-court
This can be booked out for football, shinty, hockey and basketball. Please contact us on (01478) 614819 or 614810 to book the pitch. Please note that lets must be booked giving at least 2 working days prior notice (Monday-Friday). There are still places available for regular lets. An application for the pitch can be downloaded from this page under ‘current documents’. Can all customers please ensure that no metal studs or blades (plastic or metal) are used on the all weather pitch as this will cause considerable damage to the playing surface.
Opening Hours of the Fingal Centre:
Monday 0700-2100
Tuesday 0700-2100
Wednesday 0700-2100
Thursday 0700-2100
Friday 0700-1900
Saturday 0900-1600
Sunday 1000-1600
Swimming Pool Sessions:
For full opening hours please see 20th February to 1st April 2012 (344kb pdf) which can be downloaded from the Current Documents Section on the right hand side of this page.
Fitness Suite (Term Time) - please note new opening times:
Monday and Wednesday - 0700-0800 and 1600-2100
Tuesday and Thursday - 0700-0800 and 1800-2100
Friday - 0700-0800 and 1600-1900
Saturday - 0900-1600
Sunday - 1000-1600
Games Hall, Gymnasium, Climbing Wall, All Weather Pitch, Multi-court
(Please phone to book - 2 business days* notice is required for booking the All Weather Pitch and Multi-court)
* business days exclude Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays
Monday 1800-2100
Tuesday 1800-2100
Wednesday 1800-2100
Thursday 1800-2100
Friday 1800-1900
Saturday 0900-1600
Sunday 1000-1600
Key Features:
The Fingal Centre provides a focal point for the whole community. Key features include:
• 5 Lane 25 metre swimming pool with moveable floor
• Sauna
• Steam room
• Fitness suite with fixed weight and cardiovascular equipment
• Games Hall (4 badminton court size)
• Gymnasium (1 badminton court size)
• The Venue - multipurpose hall with seating, stage, sound and lighting
• Climbing Wall
• All Weather Pitch
• Multi-court area
• Varied timetable
• Library
• Learning Centre
• High Life Scheme All-inclusive access to all facilities: for just £23.60 family or £16.80 individual monthly direct debit. Get your card now and start making great savings - it’s the value for money way to keep fit and maintain a healthier lifestyle in the Highlands!
• Budget access to all facilities: for just 50p per activity if your household is on: Income Support, Pension Guarantee Credit, Job Seekers Allowance (income based), or individuals on Disability Living Allowance or Attendance Allowance.
• Pay-as-you-go: It is no problem to turn up and pay at reception for any activity in the usual way. You can have a High Life card to pre-load with money so that you or your children don't need to carry cash. Don't forget that if you are under 18, or in full time education, or over 60, you get half price access.