Stay competitive.
Train hard, play hard.
At the York Railway Institute.
About Us
York's only city centre sports venue!
In the historic city of York, in the historic venue of the York Railway Institute.
Community focused sports and fitness activities, aimed at anyone, from any background, from any place who is looking to be involved!
Badminton, Squash, Table Tennis, Weights, Shooting and Judo are just a few of the vast range of activities available inside and outside at York RI.
Not just sports...
We have meeting and event space conveniently less than a 5 minutes walk from York train station.
To make a reservation or ask about what we can offer, get in touch via the contact form below.
sports and activities
We are Yorkshire’s largest, wooden sprung floor badminton hall and home to the RI M/W Badminton club, the best performing club in the York and District league.
Find out more about joining a club or book a court for yourself.
York RI has two Table Tennis courts permanently set up for young and old wanting to play against friends or join in a coaching session.
Find out more about joining a coaching session or booking a table.
Develop your martial arts skills in a dedicated Dojo, the very definition of a mindful learning space for physical activities.
York RI Judo Club has fully qualified Coaches.
Absolute beginners welcome, find out more.
5 courts available, making us the largest Squash and Racquetball club in the city.
Our seating gallery means great views of matches being played in our glass backed courts.
Turn up, tone up, and de-stress for less in the centre of York.
Enjoy fully equipped weight lifting facilities, at affordable cost!
Rooms large and small in York RI’s red brick building are priced from just £15 an hour.
Catering and event planning is available to meet your every need.
Opening times
Opening Times
Sports Centre
Monday - Friday 7:00am - 10:00pm
Saturday - 8:00am - 7:00pm
Sunday - 8:00am - 6:00pm
Bar
Monday - Friday 7:00am - 10:00pm
Saturday - 8:00am - 7:00pm
Sunday - 8:00am - 6:00pm