Sports & Hobbies groups near Musselburgh, V5

Hey everyone, I wanted to set up this group as we're based between the UK and the Spanish Pyrenees. We've always loved Hiking, Trekking, Sport Climbing.. basically anything outdoors. We are now running Hiking Tours and Challenges (including Carros de Foc Hut to Hut Challenge) that I think you'll love. Reach out and ask us anything you need

**What is korfball?** A team sport with similarities to basketball and netball. Men and women compete on the same team with the ultimate aim being to score by throwing the ball through the 'korf' (a tall, yellow basket). Edinburgh Mavericks pride ourselves on being a fun and welcoming club, all ages/experience/fitness levels are welcome! **Who can play?** Anyone - we always welcome new players to our training sessions. And in our "Try Korfball" sessions we aim to introduce beginner's to the sport and learn more about korfball and the Mavericks. **Where do you play?** We are based at Scotland's Performance sport centre at Oriam, Heriot Watt University Campus, Edinburgh. It is located off the city bypass and close to the M8/M9/M90 - so we have members from a range of locations from central Edinburgh, to Musselburgh, West Lothian, Stirling and Galashiels. Many of our members carpool to attend training every week. Our outdoor sessions take place in the Meadows. **Anything else?** Beginners always welcome to any session. Feel free to get in touch if you are thinking of coming along, or have any questions! You can also check out our Facebook page, Instagram or website for more details - just Google 'Edinburgh Mavericks' or visit [edmavericks.co.uk](http://edmavericks.co.uk). We hope to meet you soon!

It can be hard making pals when you’ve got a busy life so if you fancy doing social activities and making friends in Edinburgh and the surrounding areas this is the group for you. Meet-ups will include activities, new hobbies to try, music, sport and many other things. We are also welcome to suggestions!

A fun, easy and low-pressure way to expand your social circle quickly !

You spend about 10 minutes with each person to exchange hobbies, interests, desires, longings, ideas, interesting fobies and stunning characteristics. A quick exploration into common grounds or deep gaps ;-)

Women in Beer is a community. We are a group for women who like good beer and good company. We meet up in local pubs, attend events and festivals, visit breweries and learn from women in the brewing industry, We’re here to support women in their beer journey whether it’s their passion, their career, or they are just looking for a new hobby.

This UnScene group is for lesbians and bisexual women (including trans women) who are done with the scene, never did the scene or those who just fancy doing something a bit different from the old routine... It's also about making new friends whilst exploring in and around Edinburgh. The idea\* is to create events, excursions and nights out. It could well include cinema trips, gallery visits, going to gigs, cycle rides, nights at the theatre, restaurant outings (or supper clubs in) and probably a few sporting activities thrown in. If all or some of these appeal then do join us. The group is open to women of any age. \*Actually this Meetup was inspired by UnScene Edinburgh for Gay Guys, so thanks Conrad for sharing the name! We look forward to meeting you.

Welcome to the Granton Giants Dodgeball Club. We are a community club offering both adult (15+) and junior (U11, U13, U15) sessions. (U18s must be accompanied by an adult) Dodgeball is one of the UK and Europes fastest growing sports and is a fast paced and tactical team game. People of all fitness and ability levels can play together. We want to build squads to take part in regional and national competitions and leagues across Scotland. Our club brings together players of all levels to play the exciting and fast-paced game of dodgeball. Our meetups offer the perfect opportunity to hone your skills and make new friends. Come join us for an exhilarating game of dodgeball and #BecomeAGiant

If you are into modern board games, then this is the group for you! We play all sorts of titles from Ticket to Ride to Game of Thrones to Codenames. If you were expecting Monopoly or Cluedo, there's a link for you at the end of the description. We are very welcoming of people new to the tabletop gaming hobby, and nothing makes us happier than helping another person discover new games. Many of the events have a variety of lighter games which are easy to get into, with plenty of interaction and opportunity to have fun. We are focused on the friendly, social side of gaming for both strategy and casual gamers alike! We've come a long way since a dozen people in a pub and have running costs. If you like what we do please support the club on Patreon: [https://www.patreon.com/EdinburghBoardGamers](https://www.patreon.com/EdinburghBoardGamers) We have a Facebook page: ( [here](https://www.facebook.com/groups/EdinburghBoardGamers) ). The group also has a Discord server: [https://discord.gg/CYb5JC3](https://discord.gg/CYb5JC3) Join them to be up to date with announcements, last minute changes etc. Meetup is not 100% reliable. We also have a guild on BoardGameGeek ( [here ](https://www.boardgamegeek.com/guild/993)). Confused about why we don't play Monopoly? Take a look here for more info: [https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2015/aug/28/20-awesome-board-games-you-may-never-have-heard-of](https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2015/aug/28/20-awesome-board-games-you-may-never-have-heard-of) For RPGs in Edinburgh see this group: [ORC Edinburgh](http://www.orcedinburgh.co.uk/) or [Role Play Haven](https://rphaven.co.uk/)

This is a fun, sociable and easy going MeetUp for creative people to get to know other like-minded right-brainers. Unlike most of the other arty groups, it doesn't necessarily involve doodling over a drink or sketching a life drawing (although it could, if the mood takes us!).

It's a place for creatives such as... Graphic designers, photographers, illustrators, painters, artists, typographers, potters, sculptures, sugar crafters and cake decorators or any other creative types. Whether you work for a studio, freelance, work from home, run an etsy, notonthehighstreet or folksy shop, are still studying or just have a creative hobby, if you have a passion for all things Art & Design, then join ACE.

Fed-up with blank looks from not arty friends...we hope ACE will connect people on the same wavelength, who get it when you say things like "golden ratio" or "that kerning's giving me a migraine" people that know "negative space" is a good thing:)

MeetUps will happen sporadically, depending on what ideas I have for forthcoming events. At first MeetUps will just involve a few social drinks.

If anyone has an event or idea that they think the group would like, please suggest it - the more ideas the merrier!

I look forward to meeting you all.

We are a friendly group of netballers that meet on Friday mornings. We usually do 30 minutes of practice (with our coach Colleen) and then do 30 minutes of games. All abilities and ages welcome :)  even if you have never played netball before or haven't played since primary school.  Some of our members play in other leagues so it can be a great way of meeting people if you are looking to join a team.  We contribute £5 per person to the cost of court hire. But come for a trial session for free! We meet at The Crags Sports Centre in Newington (10 Bowmont Pl, Edinburgh, EH8 9RY). Next to Arthur's Seat near The Pleasance at Edinburgh Uni).  Look forward to seeing you there!

Welcome Edinburgh Professionals This group is for anybody who wants to make new friends. It's all about fun and enjoying life. We love to do indoor and outdoor events. wide range of walks for all abilities, great nights out, cinema, and cultural events (Edinburgh Fringe, theatre).  We also like to meet up and watch sporting events whilst enjoying a few liquid refreshments. If you're up for it, join up, and meet other Edinburgh Professionals. We're a friendly group and have had some great meet-ups and will have some more great meetups in the future. There are three main aims of this group.              -   To have active organisers and active group members.              -   To have regular events (usually weekly).              -   To try to have fun in and around the Edinburgh Area To achieve these aims group members must observe the following: **a)**  You must have a photo (of yourself) before you can join up.  This is so that you can recognise the organisers when you come to a meet-up for the first time.  A photo also helps the group's organisers to recognise you. **b**)  There is currently an annual £5.00 membership fee for this group.  However, you have 30 DAYS FREE TRIAL to see if this group is for you. For each large meetup group, subscriptions to MEETUP are currently $350 a year.  Your £5 will help pay for the running of this group. There are several ways to pay this fee [Click here to pay](https://buy.stripe.com/6oE5nqb3p69a3MQfYZ) **BACS** Please contact me for my bank details. **c**)  Please keep your RSVP updated at all times. If you have RSVP'd **YES** to a meetup but cannot come then please change your RSVP to **NO** at least 2 hours before the event starts. We usually check who is coming to the event before the event starts so we know who and how many to expect. **d)** The **PLUS 1** option is for people visiting or people trying out the group. Please encourage people to join rather than use this option frequently as it isn't fair on paying members. If a member constantly adds a **PLUS 1** they may be removed from events to give paying members a chance to get a space. **e)**   Please do not write any abusive comments.  They will be deleted and you may be removed from the group.   However, feel free to comment on an event as it is always good to communicate with fellow members of the group. **f**)  When you receive an invite to a new meetup there is no need to RSVP **NO** unless you change it from a **YES.** **g)**    Location - For each meetup, please check the meetup details.  This should tell you where to meet and at what time. We don't want people getting lost when they are trying to get to a meetup. **h)**  **NO SHOWS -  Three No Shows and you will be removed from the group.  That is why you must keep your RSVP updated at all times.  This rule also applies to people who often change their RSVP to a NO at the last minute.** **i)**   A member may be removed from the group if they have not attended any event in the last 4 months.  You may rejoin the group if you are removed if you want to come to an event. j) You must be able to be contacted by an Event Organiser. If you have private options set up in Meetup and this is not possible you will be removed from the group. We have had in past a need to contact members and this caused frustration with Event Organisers. **k)** If you would like to host a meetup or if you have any suggestions for a meetup then feel free to message one of the organisers. Remember this is YOUR group and I welcome any new ideas to make this meetup group successful. Paul and all the Event Organisers

Update 7th July 2024. Hi all, Just a wee message to say that as the group has been going for over a year and has cost over £330 in meetup site fees- we are now asking members to contribute only £1 for any event you attend to go towards paying the site fees. The group belongs to us all and so I hope you will support the group to continue putting on a range of events for your enjoyment. Thank you. This is a relatively new and very friendly group for BAME people, that's Black, Asian and minority ethnic people. The group is for those who would like to meet new people, make new friends and have much more fun in their lives. There will be lots of events where you can get to know other BAME people in Edinburgh- although you do not have to live in Edinburgh to join. Socials will include live music and theatre, beautiful walks in and around Edinburgh, eating out, coffee/chats, discussions/debates, fun sports, beach days, picnics/BBQ's, day trips, ceilidh's/disco's, galleries/museums. Once the group is established we can expand the socials to many other fun and interesting events/activities that members would like to happen. This meetup group is for BAME adults 18 plus as I want it to be as inclusive as possible and you can have fun at any age. Life is short and we must make the most of every minute. So young or old- you can have more fun in life so come and get some! I am of mixed heritage and want to create a genuinely warm, welcoming, relaxed and supportive space for BAME people to get more fun out of life - so if that sounds like something you'd like to be part of then please do join the group. You'll be given a genuinely warm welcome. Now for the legal stuff. As all events/activities will be run by volunteers there is no public liability insurance of any kind attached to this group for any events/activities you may attend -therefore group volunteers/organisers will not be held legally liable for any loss, damage, mishaps, accidents or injury incurred during this groups activities/events. Everything in life has some kind of risk attached and it is therefore your own responsibility to make a judgement and to risk assess whether you are able safely to take part and complete any of the group events/activities and you will do so at your own risk. If you encounter any difficulties during an event/activity you should advise the organiser or fellow group members as soon as possible to enable assistance to be arranged at an early stage. By clicking 'yes' at the RSVP to any event/activity of this meetup group you are accepting these conditions in their entirety. Please note that if you RSVP to attend an event and do not attend that if you do this three times you will be removed as a member. This is because some events have limited places and if you do not turn up you are stopping someone else from having that place. All it takes is one click to change your RSVP from attend to not attending and it inconsiderate to other members and the host of the event not to turn up.   Also, please keep a look out for any emails from the event host for events/activities you have booked to attend as plans can change for many reasons and may also have important information in them. I hope you will enjoy being part of this community. Avril Kelbie.