Junior Activities

A whole range of activities for juniors 0 – 17

Junior Swimming

Swimming Lessons

Junior kid swearing a blue swmming cap and goggles swimming underwater in the pool at sport and fitness 50m olympic size swimming pool.
At Sport & Fitness, we believe swimming isn’t just a sport, it is also a vital life skill. Learning to swim as a child means that not only do you learn this skill early, you then have a lifetime to enjoy the health and fitness benefits of swimming.

Intensive Swimming Lessons

Junior in the sport and fitness swimming pool, wearing a yellow swimming cap and goggles raising his head above the water.
Intensive swimming lessons run during school holidays and offer one swimming lesson per day for a week to improve juniors’ swimming skills in a short space of time.

Classes for juniors 14+

Juniors age 14+ can attend selected classes on the timetable unsupervised. Under 14s are not able to attend classes on the main class timetable.

All classes are taught by qualified, experienced and friendly instructors for a full range of abilities.

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Junior Sports Camp

Juniors will get the opportunity to try a wide range of sports each day of the camp, with all activities are led by our energetic camp leaders and expert coaches.
 
Junior Sports Camp runs from 9.15am – 4.45pm, with a half an hour drop off period before the start of the day and at the end of the day.
 
Dates
Junior Sports Camp will return, check back later for new dates.
 
Prices
£162 for 4 days, Sport & Fitness members/University staff
£195 for 4 days, full week, non-members
£50 per day, Sport & Fitness members/University staff

£60 per day, non-members

 
*Available to those aged 8 – 13 years old
Junior Camps – Register your Interest

Register your Interest – Junior Sports Camps 2026

Register your details here to be the first to find out when sign ups for our summer camps become available.

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Child’s details

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Junior Jiu-Jitsu

Discover the ancient defensive martial art of Jiu-Jitsu which helps to increase fitness, improve coordination and build confidence.

Juniors 6-13 must be signed in and out by a parent/guardian. Juniors 14+ may attend the class unsupervised.

Saturdays 10.00am – 11.30am. First session is free!

Book

Junior Jiu Jitsu New Member Form

Please complete one form per child. Once submitted, Sport & Fitness will be in contact to let you know how to book your free taster class and collect your membership ID card.

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Junior Climbing Club

Saturdays

10.00am – 11.15am – Level 1 (Beginners)
11.15am – 12.30pm – Level 2 (Intermediate)

Suitable for juniors six +

These weekly climbing sessions, delivered under expert guidance from our climbing instructors are a perfect way to make new friends and build confidence whilst exercising!

All equipment is provided, and please ensure juniors wear close fitting footwear such as trainers.

Prices

To attend climbing club, please purchase junior class vouchers. 1 voucher = 1 climbing session.

1 class = £7.10 (valid for 15 days)

10 classes = £70.00 (valid for 6 months)

20 classes = £120.00 (valid for 6 months)

40 classes = £218.00 (valid for 12 months)

60 classes = £297.00 (valid for 12 months)