Welcome Week 2025
Discover a world of sport and fitness opportunities available to students at the University of Birmingham
Welcome to the University of Birmingham
This Welcome Week, discover everything UoB Sport & Fitness offers from classes to Campus League to recreational sport, there’s something for everyone. Get involved, and join the pride.
The power of sport to motivate and inspire goes so much further than sporting ability. From keeping fit and leading healthy balanced lifestyles, to learning a new activity, you will never have a better opportunity to get involved, have fun and make new friends.
With sports clubs, the gym, classes, recreational sports teams and competitive national leagues, sport at University can often seem daunting. We hope that our wide range of events will give you the opportunity to find out everything you need to know to make your decision.
Tiverton Gym Memberships
Sport & Fitness Gym Memberships
Sport & Fitness Club
The Sport & Fitness Club is home to our amazing, state-of-the-art facilities, and our 62 clubs, and it’s located right here on campus!
Whether you’re looking to purchase a membership to join the gym, swim or play some squash, or are looking to hire some courts, this is the place to be.
Tiverton Gym
Our exclusive student-only gym located on Tiverton Road in Selly Oak, (recently transformed!) bringing you a brand new space focused on strength and functional training.
A range of memberships are available to purchase.
Campus League
Campus League hosts UoB’s internal weekly social sport leagues, held throughout Terms one and two of the academic year.
Enter as part of an existing departmental team, society, halls, or simply just as a group of friends! We will also host Campus League tasters, so you can meet others looking to form a team!
Active Residences
Active Residences is a free sports and exercise programme exclusively for students living in halls!
Join us for yoga, Pilates, tennis, badminton, and much more happening all over campus and accommodation sites.
Get active, socialise, and boost your mental and physical wellbeing.
Sports Clubs
With 63 sports to choose from, there is something for everyone, no matter your current ability level is! From Basketball to Ultimate Frisbee, you’re sure to find a sport you love.
Whether you’re already playing at national level or you’re looking to start a new sport, it’s the perfect opportunity to discover your sporting passion.
Events and Activities
Tiverton Gym memberships on sale
Tuesday 26 August 2025, 10.00am
Based in Selly Oak accommodation and looking for a gym nearby? Tiverton Gym is perfect for you!
An unbeaten functional fitness space, Tiverton Gym covers all of your lifting and cardio needs.
With UNIversal Gym access as part of your membership, you can also guarantee that you can continue your workout, even when you head back home.
Head to the link below to find out more about the space, what you can access through your membership, and the membership options available to you.
Sport & Fitness memberships on sale
Wednesday 10 September 2025, 10.00am
The full fitness experience, on your campus.
Sport & Fitness provides access to a 200 station gym, over 150 classes to choose from, a 50m swimming pool, and six glass back squash courts.
This year, we have also developed a brand new gym for Sport & Fitness members, in the Vale, providing you with access to an additional space in the centre of your accommodation!
With UNIversal Gym access also included within your membership, you can also guarantee that you can continue your workout, even when you head back home.
Head to the link below to find out more about the space, what you can access through your membership and the membership options available to you.
Just Play Table Tennis
Tuesday 23 September 2025, 5.00pm – 6.00pm
Shackleton Hall Infusion, the Vale.
Fast, fun, and easy to pick up, enjoy 60 minutes of rallying, chatting and very relaxed friendly game time. Perfect for unwinding, staying active, and meeting new people. All abilities welcome!
All equipment provided; please wear something comfortable to move in and bring water.
Book via the Sport & Fitness app.
Active Residences is designed specifically for UoB students living in University and partner-owned accommodation.
Intro to Tennis Session
Wednesday 24 September, 7.00pm – 8.00pm
Tennis Courts, Bournbrook Pitches
Serve up the fun with 60 minutes of relaxed, beginner-friendly tennis. Learn new skills, enjoy the fresh air, and socialise in a friendly, supportive atmosphere. Dress for the outdoors!
All equipment provided, please wear something comfortable to move in and bring water. Book via the Sport & Fitness app.
Active Residences is designed specifically for UoB students living in University and partner-owned accommodation.
Wheelchair Basketball
Thursday 25 September 2025, 4.00pm – 5.00pm
Munrow Arena, Sport & Fitness
Whether you use a wheelchair or not, come try this exciting sport! Learn to handle a sports wheelchair, master the basics, and have fun in a supportive, inclusive session. We know you’ll have a great time! All abilities welcome!
All equipment provided, please wear something comfortable to move in and bring water. Book via the Sport & Fitness app.
Active Residences is designed specifically for UoB students living in University and partner-owned accommodation.
Social Sport taster sessions
Thursday 25 September 2025 – Tuesday 30 September 2025
Social Sport sessions are open to everyone and are designed to give you maximum game time, in a social setting, and are hosted by a team of activators. Ongoing throughout term time, you can get involved in a range of different sports!
Come and see what they’re all about in our taster sessions!
- Social Badminton
- Social Basketball
- Social Football
- Social Netball
- Social Pickleball
- Social Wheelchair Basketball
Campus League open for bookings
Monday 16 September 2024, 12.00pm
Bookings for Campus League are open for bookings at 12.00pm! Download the Sport & Fitness app to book.
Pop-Up Games
Saturday 21 September, 1.00pm – 5.00pm
The Vale and Pritchatts Park
Designed specifically for UoB students living in University and partner-owned accommodation.
Sport & Fitness Fair
Tuesday 23 September, 9.00am – 4.00pm
Munrow Arena, Sport & Fitness Centre
Join us at Sport & Fitness to discover how you can start or continue your sporting journey, socially or competitively. With 58 sports to choose from and a huge range of fitness opportunities, there really is something for everyone.
Our sports fair will give you the opportunity to meet the clubs, sign up for trials and see the vast range of teams that compete for UoB.
Don’t forget, if you are interested in joining one or more sports clubs, please register your interest on their club webpage.
Low Sensory Hour
To ensure our fair is inclusive and accessible, the first hour (9.00am – 10.00am) will be a low sensory hour. No music will be playing, lights in the Munrow Arena will be dimmed, and there will be optional interactions with fair stands.
Explore Sport & Fitness
Students also have the opportunity to explore our state-of-the-art Sport & Fitness facilities on the day. Tours will be self-guided. Head over to our memberships stand at Sports Fair to grab yourself a self-guided tour map and chat to the team.
Climbing Taster Sessions
Tuesday 24 September, various times
Munrow Arena, Sport & Fitness Centre
We have six Welcome Week climbing taster sessions available to book throughout the day.
Learn the basics of safe climbing movements on indoor walls, the correct fitting of a harness and how to tie into the rope. Beginners and experienced climbers welcome.
The taster sessions are 45 minutes long and are available for £1. Adults only (18+)
Follow the link to create an account and enroll in a session.
New Balance Sizing Day
Wednesday 20 September, 10am – 4pm
Sport & Fitness Centre, Slater Hall
New Balance will be here in the Slater Hall. This is your chance to try on New Balance kit and order on site.
Campus League Taster Sessions
Wednesday 25 September – Tuesday 1 October 2024
Head over to the Campus League webpage to find more information on our Campus League Taster Sessions.
UoB Sport & Fitness x The Vale
Wednesday 25 September, 6.00pm – 7.00pm
The Vale
Looking to ask some questions about anything Sport related? We’re coming to you! You can find us around the Vale to ask our team any questions.
Sport & Fitness at the Wellbeing Marquee
Various days throughout Welcome Week
Wellbeing Marquee, Green Heart
Join us in the Wellbeing Marquee on the Green Heart for a variety of free activities. You do not need to register, simply show up and get involved!
Just Play Badminton
Thursday 25 September, 7.00pm – 8.00pm
Slater Hall, Sport & Fitness
Just turn up and play badminton! Get active, meet new people, and try something new! Please wear activewear & trainers, everything else is provided. All abilities welcome!
Designed specifically for UoB students living in University and partner-owned accommodation.
UoB Sport & Fitness x Jarratt Hall
Thursday 26 September, 6.00pm – 7.00pm
Jarratt Hall
Looking to ask some questions about anything Sport related? We’re coming to you! You can find us around Jarratt Hall to ask our team any questions.
UoB Sport & Fitness x Pritchatts Park
Friday 27 September, 6.00pm – 7.00pm
Pritchatts Park
Looking to ask some questions about anything Sport related? We’re coming to you! You can find us around Pritchatts Park to ask our team any questions.
Frequently Asked Questions
University of Birmingham Sport & Fitness Club is located in the south-east corner of campus.
For details on how to get there please refer to building O7 on the Campus Map.
University of Birmingham offers memberships at both the Sport & Fitness Club on campus (gym, swim, squash) and Tiverton Gym, on Tiverton Road in Selly Oak (gym only).
Student memberships must be purchased online, you will not be able to buy a membership from reception. All memberships are subject to availability.
You will be able to join and pay membership for all clubs online. Sport & Fitness Fair is taking place on Tuesday 24 September, which is your opportunity to chat with clubs and find out more.
You can also sign up at the fair to find out more information about training times, how to book onto tasters or trials and other key information.
Yes, there will be opportunities across all our clubs to trial a sport before joining. Follow the clubs you are interested in on social media or register your interest on their club page for further information.
Yes, there will be opportunities across all our clubs to trial a sport before officially joining. There will also be Campus League Tasters if you are not sure whether to trial.
No. Most clubs do where they can, or will have some sessions on Campus as well as using external facilities where this isn’t possible. Some of these include Skiing, Sailing, Windsurfing, Equestrian, Snooker & Pool and Mountaineering. Local facilities are used that are easily accessible/walkable or transport is provided.
Membership fees vary between each club. This covers a range of things including training and match fees, equipment, transport and insurance.
BUCS stands for British Universities and Colleges Sport and is the National Governing Body of University sport in the UK. A lot of clubs compete in BUCS leagues and competitions against other Universities.
Active Residences is a sport and exercise programme designed specifically and exclusively for University of Birmingham students living in University and partner-owned accommodation.
It doesn’t matter if you’ve never played sport or exercised before; there’s something for everyone and it’s right on your doorstep.