If you are looking for something different to do this summer, then a trip to the east end of Glasgow may be on the cards.
Located on London Road, just a short distance from Celtic Park, lies the Emirates Arena - and there's a lot you can do here whether it's winter or summer.
And with the latter now happening and the sunny weather in full swing, some people are looking at ways to pass by the time before they have to return to work, school, college and uni.
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Sadly the good weather will not always last and getting out the house is a must to help us relax. So if you want to avoid the rain and try something new, here's what you can currently do at Glasgow's Emirates Arena.
What can you do at Glasgow's Emirates Arena?
Day of Yoga - June 26
On June 26, the arena will host a free event with a "unique opportunity to celebrate yoga with PP Acharya Balkrishna Ji."
This event is suitable for people of all ages. If you wish to attend, please bring your own yoga mat.
You can find out more via the Glasgow Life website..
Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome
The Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome is Scotland’s first indoor velodrome and only the 5th in Britain.
The 250 metres cycle track, which is made of Siberian timber, isn’t just for elite athletes however and in fact, anyone can enjoy cycling and ride the track.
If you've never been before, all you have to do if the following:
- Step 1 - Fill out a quick online registration form so you can book your first session
- Step 2 - Check your email for a welcome message from Glasgow Club with a one-time PIN number that'll let you set up a booking password
- Step 3 - Book your first "Adult Accred 1" or "Junior Accred 1" session by logging into our mobile app or booking website or you can pop in to the Emirates Arena or call them on 0141 287 7000
You can find out more via their Cycling page and check out their prices.
Refresh Spa
Why not relax and unwind by getting a massage or using their new Heat and Hydro Spa Therapies which opened in March of this year.
From a Vitality Pool to a sauna and high-performance professional skincare treatments to help your problem areas and concerns, there's no better way to relax - and get out of any rain coming our way,
You can find out more via their Refresh Spa page.
Gym
With over 80 pieces of equipment in the gym, it is one of the largest Glasgow Club gyms in the city - and better yet, it overlooks the Sir Chris Hoy and Indoor Arena.
Glasgow Club members can enjoy a range of fitness classes in both a custom-built dance studio and, when appropriate, the sports halls.
There are also 4 five-a-Side pitches to help keep our national game thriving as well as the usual additional programmes including Bootcamp, Running Network and Personal Training.
You can read all about this and more via their Gym page.
Cafe
The Emirates Arena has an award-winning café offering a wide range of sweet treats and lunches perfect for if you're waiting for someone to finish up playing football or you've worked up an appetite after a tough training session.
Cafe Opening Hours:
Monday: 08.00 – 19.00
Tuesday: 08.00 – 19.00
Wednesday: 08.00 – 19.00
Thursday: 08.00 – 19.00
Friday: 08.00 – 19.00
Saturday: 09.00 – 16.00
Sunday: 09.00 – 16.00
5-a-side Pitches
The Emirate Arena has four all weather 5-a-side football pitches that are available to book throughout the day with prices starting from £14.80.
5-a-side pitches can be booked by phoning 0141 287 7000 (option 4) or in person at the Emirates Arena reception.
You can read all about this and more via their facilities page.
What are Glasgow's Emirates Arena opening hours?
| Mon | 6:00am - 10:00pm |
| Tue | 6:00am - 10:00pm |
| Wed | 6:00am - 10:00pm |
| Thu | 6:00am - 10:00pm |
| Fri | 6:00am - 10:00pm |
| Sat | 8:00am - 6:00pm |
| Sun | 8:00am - 8:00pm |
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