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2 I Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 I 3 Welcome Book, pay and play Download our mobile app: appshelf.port.ac.

Sport and exercise not only provides a fantastic opportunity to develop teamwork and leadership skills, to socialise across different social and ethnic networks and to inspire and motivate, but it

The Department of Sport and Recreation aims to support you so that you can thrive in both your studies and your health, providing opportunities for all levels of ability, from those who want to try

2 2 I Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 I 3 Welcome Book, pay and play Download our mobile app: appshelf.port.ac.uk Welcome to the home of sport at the University of Portsmouth. Sport is an intrinsic part of University life and is an unmissable opportunity, creating lifelong friends for most. Sport and exercise not only provides a fantastic opportunity to develop teamwork and leadership skills, to socialise across different social and ethnic networks and to inspire and motivate, but it also delivers the health benefits associated with exercising regularly. The Department of Sport and Recreation aims to support you so that you can thrive in both your studies and your health, providing opportunities for all levels of ability, from those who want to try something for the first time to those who have Olympic ambitions. So, whatever your interest or level of ability, there is undoubtedly something for you, so get active and stay active! Sign up for your membership online: join-now portsmouth Show your true colours. Get your high quality, customised Nike sports kit with the University of Portsmouth logo. Contact us: St Paul s Sports Centre St Paul s Road Portsmouth Hampshire PO5 4AQ T: E: sport@port.ac.uk W: uopsport uopsportrec uopsport Mission Statement To provide our students, our staff and the community with first-class sporting facilities; to promote participation and excellence in sport, coaching, exercise and volunteering, ensuring a quality-driven customer experience; to promote the health and wellbeing of the University community; to continue the development of facilities and to support academic courses in sport-related subjects.

4 I Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 I 5 Go at your own pace Whatever your ability, our wide range of gym and sports facilities means that we have something to suit

3 4 I Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 I 5 Go at your own pace Whatever your ability, our wide range of gym and sports facilities means that we have something to suit everyone. Facilities St Paul s Sports Centre A quirky four-floor gym with the latest in modern fitness equipment to cover any fitness goals and requirements. Freeweights: including racks, smith machines, benches, dumbbells ranging from 2 50kg, Olympic bars, hex bars and a range of plate weights. Cardio machines: including Wattbikes, Cybex bikes, Arc Trainers, Treadmills and Rowers, including the new dynamic rower. Resistance machines: covering every muscle group you could wish for. Cable machines: including the award-winning Cybex Bravo. Functional equipment: including Powerplate, TRX, Kettlebells ranging from 4-20kg and corebags. Ab Zone: with Bosus, swiss balls, cradle and plenty of space. Don t just take our word for it, come and have a look round and see for yourself! Spinnaker Sports Centre Over 70 classes a week in our air-conditioned studios. A range of classes to suit beginners through to athletes. Two squash courts available for hire in either 40 or 80 minute sessions. Langstone Sports Site IRB and FIFA certified full-size 3G pitch. FIH certified full-size sand dressed Synthetic Turf Pitch (STP). Multi Use Games Area (MUGA) for county standard netball, football, basketball and tennis. Full and small-sided grass pitches for football, rugby, lacrosse and American football. Our facilities are available for school and club hire for more information, please phone or sportsbookings@port.ac.uk. Find prices and pay for bookings online at

6 I Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 I 7 More than just a gym Our social sport participation programme is open to all students and staff offering over 50 drop-in sessions

g Drop-in sessions If you want to try a sport before joining an Athletic Union club, are unable to commit to weekly sessions or just want to have fun whilst getting active with friends, then our free

4 6 I Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 I 7 More than just a gym Our social sport participation programme is open to all students and staff offering over 50 drop-in sessions a week, plus learn to lessons all at reduced costs, and some even free! g Drop-in sessions If you want to try a sport before joining an Athletic Union club, are unable to commit to weekly sessions or just want to have fun whilst getting active with friends, then our free and cheap drop-in sessions are for you. Book sessions quickly and easily through our mobile app to secure your place. Drop-in to: badminton basketball dodgeball football futsal golf handball kayaking netball paddleboarding rugby running swimming table tennis tennis rounders Learn to lessons Learn to lessons are available so you can learn a new sport, led by qualified instructors and students. Why not take this opportunity and have a go! Learn to: play golf play tennis play volleyball row ski snowboard swim Get Active, Stay Active Get involved As a University of Portsmouth student or member of staff, you can simply activate your FREE membership online, at St. Paul s Gym or Spinnaker Sports Centre reception before you attend a session or lesson. View the full programme on our website and mobile app.

8 I Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 I 9 Shape your own experience 2016 s class programme has more classes than ever before, covering a wide range of exercise methods and

5 8 I Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 I 9 Shape your own experience 2016 s class programme has more classes than ever before, covering a wide range of exercise methods and amazing workouts we know you will love. Most classes are conducted in our air-conditioned studios by our highly qualified and experienced instructors, who are always on hand to give advice and motivation. We offer a wide range of fitness classes from Les Mills GRIT to Yoga, Piloxing to Cardio Cycling, Kettlebells to Arms, Legs, Bums and Tums, Boxfit to Pilates, and much more. To view our full class programme go to our website You can book your classes easily through our mobile app. Classes can be booked up to seven days in advance. New for 2016 Les Mills Virtual classes. Workshop classes. Workout to your favourite class anytime and at your convenience. With over 20 classes being added it s going to be a great year. Fitness training programmes We offer a variety of options if you want to take your training to the next level or need extra motivation to reach your goals. Personal training session Bespoke Visit for prices and to book. Over 70 fitness classes a week

10 I Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 I 11 Memberships All our memberships are great value for money, with unlimited gym use, unlimited classes and unlimited racket

6 10 I Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 I 11 Memberships All our memberships are great value for money, with unlimited gym use, unlimited classes and unlimited racket sports as standard. A year s all-inclusive membership only 99 if bought before 24 September Student memberships from only 8.25 per month Staff memberships from only 11 a month Associate memberships from only 13 a month Community memberships from only 14 a month Safe, student focused environment (facilities fully staffed at all times) Brilliant value for money - cheapest multi activity gym membership in Portsmouth It s close! City location close to Halls of residences and all University buildings Access to over 70 fitness classes per week in term time Our amazing mobile app lets you book any class or activity at the push of a button Access to a range of drop-in sessions including swimming, paddleboarding, and much more Sky Sports and BT Sports in our Gyms High spec fully refurbished changing rooms at all sites NEW: Free access to unlimited court time at Portsmouth Tennis Centre NEW: Access to 20 virtual fitness classes per week in term time Join now at

12 I Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 I 13 Facility charges 16 17 Indoor facilities St Paul s and Spinnaker *Member Non member Gym session Peak 5.25 5.25 Off-peak 4.25 4.

7 12 I Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 I 13 Facility charges Indoor facilities St Paul s and Spinnaker *Member Non member Gym session Peak Off-peak Group exercise fitness class Peak Badminton and table tennis court Off-peak mins Peak mins Off-peak Squash court 40 mins Peak Guest fee (applies to all non-members playing racket sports) 40 mins Off-peak Racket hire Sports Hall: full court 55 mins Peak Sports Hall: full court before 12.00pm weekdays 55 mins Off-peak mins Off-peak Sports Hall: half court 55 mins Peak Cricket nets (90 mins playing time, 30 mins set up and break down) Inductions (if requested in person rather than via our free online induction) 55 mins Off-peak mins FREE 5.00 Programme reviews N/A Ten class or court pass INDOOR: Off-peak: 7.00am 12.00pm, 2.00pm 5.00pm and 8.00pm 10.00pm, Monday Friday and weekends Peak: 12.00pm 2.00pm, 5.00pm 8.00pm, Monday Friday Outdoor facilities Langstone Astro Astro turf full pitch Hockey, football, lacrosse *Member Non member 60 mins Peak mins Off-peak Quarter of a pitch (6-aside) 60 mins Peak G 3G full pitch Rugby, football, lacrosse, American football 60 mins Off-peak mins Peak mins Off-peak G third of a pitch (7-aside) 60 mins Peak G full pitch for two hour slot for competitive match MUGA 60 mins Off-peak minutes aside cage 60 mins Peak mins Off-peak *Netball court 60 mins Peak mins Off-peak *Tennis court Per hour *Double 5-aside on 2 x netball courts OUTDOOR: 60 mins Peak mins Off-peak Off-peak: 9.00am 5.00pm, Monday Thursday and all day Friday Peak: 5.00pm 10.00pm, Monday Thursday and weekends Summer Special Prices will be available from 1 June September 2017 * Full members have unlimited free access to classes, gym, squash, badminton, table tennis, tennis and netball (Langstone off-peak) subject to availability. Please check online for latest information.

14 I Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 I 15 Social fitness Campus Sport If you want to enjoy competitive sport in a more relaxed and social environment then our Campus

8 14 I Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 I 15 Social fitness Campus Sport If you want to enjoy competitive sport in a more relaxed and social environment then our Campus Sport programme could be for you. Campus Sport is our sports participation programme which gives students the opportunity to take part in weekly fixtures across a number of sports within one of our leagues, or compete in our one-off tournaments throughout the academic year. Enter a team with your friends, or register your interest as an individual and we will try to help you find a team! The following leagues are on offer this year: dodgeball football (5, 6, 7 and 11-a-side) futsal squash tennis Get involved To secure your place in our Campus Sport leagues, register your team and make payment online at If you would like to take part but don t have a team, come along to our Get Active, Stay Active drop-in sessions, or join our UOP Campus Sport and UOP Get Active, Stay Active Facebook groups to meet other students who also want to form a team.

16 I Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 I 17 Enhance your CV Check out our Sports Volunteers hub for all the coaching, volunteering, qualifications and paid work

9 16 I Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 I 17 Enhance your CV Check out our Sports Volunteers hub for all the coaching, volunteering, qualifications and paid work opportunities we can offer you! Bursaries available Coaching qualifications develop your knowledge and skills Coaching placements schools, colleges and community sports clubs Gain officiating qualifications and join our Referee Hub We offer a range of coaching and officiating qualifications and workshops for students, staff and the community throughout the year. Students are offered the opportunity to join our Referee Hub, where they can complete their FA Basic Referee qualification FREE, and access voluntary and paid work on a variety of our sports programmes. For full details on the types of training available to you, please visit coaching-volunteering. To find out more and to register, please go to: or sport@port.ac.uk.

18 I Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 I 19 Performance sport Athletic Union The University of Portsmouth has a proud tradition of supporting our most talented and

If you are competing at a regional or international level in your sport, you could be eligible for support and funding through one of our Sports Scholarship schemes.

10 18 I Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 I 19 Performance sport Athletic Union The University of Portsmouth has a proud tradition of supporting our most talented and dedicated athletes to help them to fulfil their potential whilst studying here. If you are competing at a regional or international level in your sport, you could be eligible for support and funding through one of our Sports Scholarship schemes. Our aim is to help you balance a demanding training and competition schedule with the pressures of achieving a high quality degree. Over the years we have supported many athletes who have gone on to compete at the highest level including Paralympic Gold. Each scholarship includes a variety of cash awards, funding for competitions and training, access to: facilities, physio, sports science and strength and conditioning, mentor support and clothing. The University of Portsmouth Sports Scholarship Scheme runs on three levels podium, elite and development. For eligibility and to apply, please visit competitive-sport. The Athletic Union (AU) is the organisation responsible for administrating all aspects of sports club activity at the University of Portsmouth. It comes under the umbrella of the Students Union, from whom it receives funding to support the broad and diverse range of activities it offers to its members. Whether you are interested in sports that you have played before like rugby, hockey, or netball, or you want to try something new like lacrosse, tchoukball or even sailing, there is definitely something for everyone. With over 40 sports clubs to choose from, you are not short of choice here at UPSU. And with over 3,100 members in the AU you are bound to find new friends and have a great time. Competing in the British Universities and Colleges Sports league (BUCS), there are so many opportunities to play other universities from around the country. Visit athletic-union for more information. Lauren Steadman, Podium Sports Scholar, Triple World Paratriathlon Champion

20 I Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 I 21 Tennis partnership Nike University sports kit Full members are now able to access the tennis courts at the Tennis Dome for free

The aim of this is to engage more students in physical activity through access to high quality facilities and an affordable, value for money offer. With full memberships starting from as little as 8.

11 20 I Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 I 21 Tennis partnership Nike University sports kit Full members are now able to access the tennis courts at the Tennis Dome for free as part of their membership. This exciting new offer is through a new partnership between the Portsmouth Tennis Academy and University of Portsmouth Department of Sport and Recreation. The aim of this is to engage more students in physical activity through access to high quality facilities and an affordable, value for money offer. With full memberships starting from as little as 8.25 a month, this represents the cheapest multi-activity health and fitness membership in the city. Do I have to be a member to access the courts for free? Yes. Only Sport and Recreation members can access courts for free under this offer. So all players using the courts must have a membership of some kind with us to take advantage of this offer (there is no pay and play option or guest fee) Does the Tennis Dome provide equipment? Yes. The Tennis Dome will have free tennis rackets and balls for our members to use if required. Where is the Tennis Dome? The Tennis Dome is located next to Spinnaker Sports Centre, almost opposite the main entrance to the University Library. For all students Buy Nike branded sport and training kit with the University of Portsmouth logo at Customised kit available with either the University logo with the Department of Sport and Exercise Science/Department of Sport and Recreation or the Athletic Union logo.

22 I Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 I 23 Southsea Charity Football match What is it? Southsea parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for runners of all standards.

For runners of all abilities and ages, it is not a race against other runners, but a 5k timed run and it can be for fun or as part of a training plan.

We want to encourage people to jog or run together irrespective of their ability this event is truly open to all and best of all, it s FREE!

12 22 I Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 Sport and Recreation 2016/2017 I 23 Southsea Charity Football match What is it? Southsea parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for runners of all standards. When is it? It takes place every Saturday at 9am on Southsea seafront. Who is it for? For runners of all abilities and ages, it is not a race against other runners, but a 5k timed run and it can be for fun or as part of a training plan. It s an opportunity for the local community male or female, young or old to come together on a regular basis and get physically active. We want to encourage people to jog or run together irrespective of their ability this event is truly open to all and best of all, it s FREE! Taking part is easy just register in advance by 6pm on the Friday before your first run. Then just set your alarm for Saturday morning and get yourself to the seafront. After the run you can socialise with other runners at a local café, swap stories about your run over a cup of tea or coffee and relax after the 5k. Whether you are a complete novice looking to get yourself started on your own running journey, or a seasoned athlete using this as a part of your training schedule, you re welcome to come along and join us. Points and prizes Points are allocated for every run that you take part in. These points are designed to encourage consistency and improved performance. A prize (a pair of running shoes) is awarded monthly. The winner is decided at the run director s discretion and will be announced at the first run of every month. The University of Portsmouth students versus lecturers football match is an event that incorporates both the staff and the students to show how the wider University community comes together to give back to the community. The event is made up of a team of students who have been carefully chosen through their dedication and hard work through committee positions within the Students Union. The lecturers are chosen on the basis of dedication and hard work throughout the academic year. The match is held at Fratton Park, the home of Portsmouth Football Club. The event last year raised over 6,000 and this year is set to raise more. To get involved or play for the teams, watch out over the next few months for when trials and information meetings will be held. If you are not able to get in the team come down to Fratton Park to watch towards the end of the academic year. For more information and alerts please sport@port.ac.uk. Chancellor Sandi Toksvig and Vice-Chancellor Graham Galbraith taking part in Southsea parkrun last year

13 Opening times Term-time Mon Fri: 7.00am 10.00pm Weekends: 8.30am 6.00pm Vacation Mon Fri: 7.30am 9.00pm Weekends: 8.30am 1.00pm (St Paul s only) Term dates 19 September 18 December January 2 April April 4 June 2017 Vacation dates December January April June September 2017 Contact us St Paul s Sports Centre St Paul s Road Portsmouth Hampshire PO5 4AQ T: E: sport@port.ac.uk W: Stay connected uopsport uopsportrec uopsport Closures 24 December January 2017 Good Friday and Easter Monday All bank holidays Download our mobile app: appshelf.port.ac.uk

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SPORT AND RECREATION 2017/18 sportportsmouth.co.uk WELCOME DOWNLOAD OUR MOBILE APPS Appsanywhere.port.ac.uk SIGN UP FOR YOUR MEMBERSHIP ONLINE sportportsmouth.co.uk/join STAY CONNECTED uopsport uopsportrec