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Activities and Events
Strike | Football
Saturday 7 February 2026
On Saturday 7 February, Football kick off February with their biggest event of the season, Strike.
The Men’s and Women’s 1’s both take on the following teams under the lights.
Make sure to head down and support your Lions!
Junior Just Climb session
Monday 16 February – Friday 20 February 2026, 11.45am – 12.45pm
These sessions are ideal for beginners or those with limited climbing experience. Each session is led by our qualified instructor, Sam, who will create a fun, supportive environment, with an element of challenge, to keep your junior engaged.
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Book via the UB Sport & Fitness app under ‘Active Club & Juniors’. Please note, you must be logged into a junior account to book this activity.
Private group or family session
Monday 16 February – Friday 20 February, 1pm – 2pm
For the first time ever, we’ll be offering private group climbing sessions this February!
Whether you’re bringing your family or a group of friends, these sessions are a perfect way to get active and have fun alongside your loved ones!
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Sessions will primarily be ‘just climb’ based, but our instructor will be able to cater each session to each groups needs.
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Minimum cost is £40 for one hour, based on a 4 person group. Please note that this will apply even if your party has fewer than 4 and that for each additional person attending, there will be a £10 per person extra charge.
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Each group session has a maximum of 8 spaces available each session.
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Book via the UB Sport & Fitness app under ‘Social sport & Climbing’.
Aquathlon
Saturday 21 February 2026
Sport & Fitness
Following the success of last year’s event, the UoB Triathlon Club is excited to bring the Aquathlon back to campus! Sport & Fitness and the surrounding area will welcome 216 Aquathletes as they take on what was crowned the ‘Best Small Event’ at last year’s Triathlon England Awards.
Although entries are now closed, we’d love to see you on campus from 11:00am to cheer on the athletes!
Just Run – Run Club
Saturday 21 & 28 February, 12pm
Athletics Track
Join us for our February Run Club!
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Just Run is a welcoming, inclusive space for students and community members to get moving in whatever way feels right for them, whether that’s walking, jogging, running, or even skipping. Designed to be low‑pressure and accessible for all abilities, the sessions begin with a gentle warm‑up before participants choose their own pace or run with a friend.
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These sessions are the perfect way to train for the Birmingham 10k or Half Marathon, or even to just get outside, get moving and support your physical and mental wellbeing while connecting with the Sport & Fitness community.
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Book via the UB Sport & Fitness app under ‘Social Sport’, or ‘Active Residences’ for students living in accommodation.
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Free for Active Residences | £2 pay‑to‑play for Social Sport
Super Series Events
Full Out | Cheer​
Saturday 28 February 2026
Munrow Arena, Sport & Fitness
Cheer take to the floor in Sport and Fitness hosting their showcase on campus for the second time ahead of their competitive season. With guest routines from local Universities, it’s looking to be a great show!
Engage | Rugby Union
Wednesday 4 March 2026
Bournbrook 3G, Sport & Fitness
Rugby Union Women’s 1 and Men’s 1 are taking on oppositions from around the UK.
Women’s 1 kick off at 4.00pm in a fixture filled with the best rugby on show and Men’s 1 will be looking to seal top place in BUCS Premier North/South 2 league v Glasgow 6.00pm kick off.
Rebellion | Basketball | Super Series
Saturday 14 March 2026
Munrow Arena, Sport & Fitness
Rebellion returns for another action-packed day of Basketball.
Men’s and Women’s 1s are taking on Coventry in a clash of the West Midlands— Women’s 1’s tip-off at 4.00pm and Men’s 1 at 6.00pm.
Knockout | Boxing | Showcase​
Friday 20 March 2026
Munrow Arena, Sport & Fitness
For the second time, the boxing club is bringing a night of amateur boxing to UOB campus. Munrow Arena will be transformed into a boxing showcase spectacular, hosting ten fights between UoB athletes and external athletes to display the best the sport has to offer.
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With tickets starting from £5, the event offers both bleacher and ringside seating, along with a bar and a raffle, promising a night of fun and entertainment.
Intercept | Netball | Super Series​
Wednesday 18 February 2026
Munrow Arena, Sport & Fitness
Netball 1’s take to the court for their annual Super Series Event 6.00pm centre pass vs Bristol (TBC).
Sports Awards
Thursday 29 May | The Bramall
This prestigious event will celebrate the remarkable achievements of our athletes, coaches, and volunteers from the 2024/25 academic year.
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Returning to the stunning Bramall Music Building, this year’s Sports Awards will honour excellence across various categories, recognising dedication and success in team performance, coaching, individual sporting excellence, and contributions to our sporting community.
Other events
Toucan League | Archery
Saturday 7 March 2026
Munrow Arena, Sport & Fitness
Cheer take to the floor in Sport and Fitness hosting their showcase on campus for the second time ahead of their competitive season. With guest routines from local Universities, it’s looking to be a great show!
City of Salford Trampoline
Saturday 28 March & Sunday 29 March 2026
Sport & Fitness
Birmingham Fencing
Saturday 4 April & Sunday 5 April 2026
Munrow Arena, Sport & Fitness
Masters Badminton
Saturday 25 April & Sunday 26 April 2026
Sport & Fitness
Jitsu Foundation
Saturday 2 May & Sunday 3 May 2026
Munrow Arena, Sport & Fitness
Revolution Cheer
Saturday 11 July & Sunday 12 July 2026
Sport & Fitness
Badminton England
Tuesday 14 May – Sunday 19 July 2026
Munrow Arena, Sport & Fitness
Mac Tuff Events
Saturday 25 July 2026
Sport & Fitness
DBWS
Sunday 26 July 2026
Munrow Arena, Sport & Fitness
Adam Peaty Swim Clinic
Sunday 23 July 2026
Sport & Fitness
Speed Cubing National Championships
Friday 28 August – Sunday 30 August 2026
Munrow Arena, Sport & Fitness
GB Karate Open
Sunday 6 September 2026
Sport & Fitness
World-Class Sport Event Venue
- Host venue for the 2022 Commonwealth games Hockey & Squash events
- Spectate University, national and international sport events on campus
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- Hire our facilities
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Previously Hosted Events
Commonwealth Karate Championships
The Commonwealth Karate Championships are open to all Commonwealth karateka that are members of the WKF. Hosted in the Sport & Fitness Arena, the events took place over five days.
GB Open Karate International
Sport & Fitness played host to the WUKF’s Open Karate International. As one of the UK’s leading karate competitions, the event is open to all styles and associations.
SLAM Wrestling Open
British Wrestling’s popular Slam Wrestling Open showcases the best of wrestling, with spectators and supporters able to watch the action closely.
Hosting An Event?
At Sport & Fitness we can cater for large and small events across a huge range of sports and activities.
We can host single or multi-sport events, combining indoor and outdoor facilities.
Our experienced events team will help plan a package to make your event a success.
We can offer a full events package including catering and accomodation
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