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1 be part of it! Sport and fitness opportunities at the University of Birmingham

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2 E RD D ROAD D TY Y11 ROAD Y5 Y8 Y10 WEST How to find us A B Y2 Y6 Y7 R27 Y3 P A R25 Munrow Sports Centre R26 C Y1 Grange Road Gate Pedestrian access only Y4 R2 R3 R23 G2 Running Track 5 minutes R24 R4 Munrow Sports Centre Raising the Bar Active Lifestyle classes Performance Sport services Gym Swimming, Triathlon, Life-saving, Water Polo, Kayaking Badminton, Squash, Table tennis, Tennis Netball, Basketball, Volleyball Gymnastics Running Track Athletics Lacrosse D B R5 R1 24-h Security G3 RING ROAD ELM CHANCELLOR S COURT R6 P North Car Park R22 Main Library SOUTH North Gate Sports Pitches Sports Pitches C D E R7 G6 Old Gym R21 R16 R8 R12 R11 G7 R15 R9 R13 R20 G8 R18 R17 R10 P G9 R14 The Barber Institute of Fine Arts UNIVERSITY ROAD EAST Martial Arts Dojo Active Lifestyle classes Fencing Strength and Conditioning Sports Pitches Rugby Hockey Intra-Leagues Big Events Metchley Lane Sports Pitches Rugby Lacrosse American Football South Gate PRITC E R Ea G The G of Stud O So Car A3 F G Gillet Centre G Rowing training room Archery Selly Oak Pitches Further a-field Edgbaston: The Edgbaston Priory Club Tennis Worcester: Rowing Boathouse Rowing Lake District: Raymond Priestley Centre Outdoor Pursuits Munrow Sports Centre opening hours Mon-Fri: 7.00am 10.00pm Sat: 8.00am 8.00pm Sun: 8.00am 10.00pm term time F 1 Medicine University of Birmingham Sport: Be part of it University of Birmingham Sport (UBSport) is a top three University for sport in the UK. The power of sport to motivate and inspire goes so much further than sporting prowess. From absolute beginner to world-class athlete, UBSport offers you huge opportunities to excel and grow with one of the most comprehensive sports programmes in Higher Education. The range of high quality services are supported by an extensive range of indoor and outdoor facilities. The rest of this brochure tells you more about the world of opportunity at UBSport. If you still have any queries we have a large team of professionals to help you make your time at the University of Birmingham the best years of your life. Zena Wooldridge, Director of Sport On behalf of the whole team at UBSport, we are delighted you have chosen the University of Birmingham. UBSport offers some fantastic lifestyle opportunities around your study. Though we have an impressive reputation in competitive sport, we also have a long tradition of providing a broad choice of non-competitive, beginner and improver level active lifestyle opportunities for everyone. The hub for most activities is the Munrow Sports Centre on central campus, which includes a broad range of indoor facilities alongside excellent floodlit and grass pitches and our own athletics track. Find out much more by visiting our website, or please drop in and visit us UBSport staff will be happy to answer all your questions. One of the highlights of Welcome Week is the Sports Fair in the Munrow Centre on Wed 24 September, showcasing all the opportunities available with all the advice you need to get involved. Also look out for the UBSport Big Events which happen throughout the year. Please come and explore what s on offer. You never know what talents and new interests you might uncover. You will probably never experience the same opportunity to try something entirely new. Whether playing, learning a new sport or activity, coaching, or supporting the university teams, sport has so much to offer at Birmingham, so come along and be part of it. Mark Smith, Chemistry Bsc Hons Vice President (Sport) Before University, I had played football and rugby at a local level, and representing school. During welcome week, I discovered American Football and haven t looked back since, being President of the club in my final year. This shows the fantastic opportunities available within the Athletic Union, which also gives athletes a chance to develop their skills and reach their full potential. There are many other ways to get involved, with many active lifestyle programmes, intra-leagues and the new JustPlay scheme. All offer a great way of getting fit and healthy, as well as meeting new people. I m here to represent students in sport, making sure you have the best experience possible, and acting as the main contact between you and the University concerning the provision of sport. With the 2012 Olympics just around the corner, I encourage all students to get involved, as there is something for everyone. Your University experience will be all the better for it. vps@bugs.bham.ac.uk Tel:

2 Medicine The feel good factor Stretch yourself Active Lifestyle: Exercise Classes and Sports Courses When it comes to concentration and studying, the benefits of sport and exercise are well

Coach education and volunteering: Development opportunities Active Lifestyle is the largest programme of its kind in the country, with over 90 classes each week to choose from.

Whether you want to tighten your abs and improve your posture with pilates, dance your way to fitness through salsa or turn your doggy paddle into a strong front crawl, there really are opportunities

Choose from Fitness classes, including: Aerobics, Aquafit, Back to Abs, Body Conditioning, Boxercise, Bums and Tums, Circuits, Hula Aerobics, Fitness Yoga, Fitball, Pilates, Step, Pole Dance for

Sports courses, including: Aikido, Badminton, Basketball, Fencing, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Kick-boxing, Lacrosse, Self Defence, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Trampolining and Volleyball.

No matter what your ability, the Active Lifestyle programme gets you enjoying taking part in physical activity.

3 2 Medicine The feel good factor Stretch yourself Active Lifestyle: Exercise Classes and Sports Courses When it comes to concentration and studying, the benefits of sport and exercise are well documented. But if top-class competitive performance sport, or sweating it out in the gym aren t for you,that in no way means you have to miss out. Far from it! Coach education and volunteering: Development opportunities Active Lifestyle is the largest programme of its kind in the country, with over 90 classes each week to choose from. As well as a wide variety of fitness classes there s a comprehensive range of sports courses on offer, giving you the chance to learn a new sport or improve your existing skills. Whether you want to tighten your abs and improve your posture with pilates, dance your way to fitness through salsa or turn your doggy paddle into a strong front crawl, there really are opportunities for everyone. Choose from Fitness classes, including: Aerobics, Aquafit, Back to Abs, Body Conditioning, Boxercise, Bums and Tums, Circuits, Hula Aerobics, Fitness Yoga, Fitball, Pilates, Step, Pole Dance for Fitness and Studio Cycling. Sports courses, including: Aikido, Badminton, Basketball, Fencing, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Kick-boxing, Lacrosse, Self Defence, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Trampolining and Volleyball. Dance, including: Bollywood, Breakdancing, Hip Hop, Salsa and Belly Dancing. And a number of styles of Yoga including: Astanga, Hatha, Iyengar, Pranayama and Yogalates. No matter what your ability, the Active Lifestyle programme gets you enjoying taking part in physical activity. All courses are suitable for beginners, catering for intermediates and advanced where indicated. Go on give it a go! Our classes are reviewed and updated regularly, see for details, come to Munrow Sports Centre reception, call or activelifestyles@bham.ac.uk for more information. Beat the queues book online Register your interest in our Active Lifestyle programme and we ll send you a PIN number so you can book Active Lifestyle classes online! See for details. The varied timetable means its easy to find something that fits around my course. I ve really enjoyed learning how to fence; it has been such fun and a great opportunity to try something new. The instructors are very experienced, knowledgeable and loads of fun! It s such good fun; it s really got me active. The variety of dance, fitness and sports classes on offer means I can try something new each term! UBSport Volunteers Volunteering is a fantastic way to meet people, develop your personal skills, benefit the community, and it looks great on your CV. UBSport, in partnership with the Guild of Students, can offer fantastic opportunities to gain voluntary experience in sport with placements ranging from coaching in schools to marshalling at large events. You can even get free training and gain certificates and University awards for your voluntary hours. If you are interested in any voluntary work in sport contact us on or ubsvolunteers@contacts.bham.ac.uk ½ Marathon 2008 sees Birmingham stage its first ever half marathon in the city centre and around 500 volunteers are needed! To be one of them register at or contact Tony Colville on tony@changemakers.org.uk. An exciting new international coaching project to South Africa has been set up with UKSport involving students travelling to rural communities to coach and use sport to educate people about HIV/AIDS. We look forward to further developing this work in the future. UBSport Coachforce runs a wide range of awards and workshops throughout the year. Courses range from first aid certificates to vocationally recognised qualifications and specialist coaching workshops. Discounts are offered to students whenever possible. To put your knowledge straight into practice, UBSport can also help with coaching and work experience placements. To find out more go to or coachforce@contacts.bham.ac.uk to receive regular updates. Quotes from participants Fitness services: Health and wellness for all Whether you re an exercise expert or an aerobics amateur, everyone s fitness goals are important to us, and our friendly and supportive staff can provide help and advice to suit your individual needs. We offer a full range of services. Our services include the following: Exercise programs Our qualified staff will tailor a programme to suit you a great tool to structure and monitor your progress. Personal training Get motivated and maximise your exercise results with one to one tuition and guidance with one of our qualified instructors. Lifestyle consultation For those who are thinking of making a change. A chance to discuss your current lifestyle with a qualified member of the team and identify any health risks. Health assessments A consultation involving assessment of blood pressure, resting heart rate, body composition, cholesterol, coronary risk potential and nutritional review. Fitness assessments A fitness related assessment tailored for you, followed by a goal review. Nutritional consultation An assessment of your dietary intake and provide you with recommendations relating to your requirements. From absolute beginner to elite athlete, our team is here to help you achieve your potential. For more details or to book call:

Fun with a competitive edge Got a taste for the outdoors? Get away from city living for an action packed weekend of adventure in some of England s most beautiful scenery.

It is 100m from the shore and you can walk from the Centre into the picturesque hills. Activity weekends are self catering with a fully equipped kitchen and dining room available for you to use.

The Centre staff offer expert tuition and depending on the time of year and weather conditions, activities include mountain biking, canoeing, sailing, windsurfing, rock climbing, mountain walking,

To find out when the next trip is call 0121 414 3781 or see www.priestley.bham.ac.uk for more details. Intra-leagues Don t want the commitment of regular training and still want some competitive fun?

The emphasis is on playing for fun and getting fit so if you re a gallant winner, or a good-hearted loser you re bound to widen your social circle.

With over 2000 students and staff members playing every week and 27 leagues to choose from there is no better way to get active, socialise and enjoy yourself.

4 Fun with a competitive edge Got a taste for the outdoors? Get away from city living for an action packed weekend of adventure in some of England s most beautiful scenery. Sitting on the western shore of Coniston Water in the Lake District is the University s very own Outdoor Pursuits Centre The Raymond Priestley Centre for Outdoor Pursuits. It is 100m from the shore and you can walk from the Centre into the picturesque hills. Activity weekends are self catering with a fully equipped kitchen and dining room available for you to use. Bedrooms offer either lake or forest views and accommodate 4 or 6 people in comfortable cedar wood bunks. The Centre staff offer expert tuition and depending on the time of year and weather conditions, activities include mountain biking, canoeing, sailing, windsurfing, rock climbing, mountain walking, gorge walking and high and low rope courses. Whatever you re into, you too can be part of UBSport and reap the benefits of keeping fit and staying active. It s all about having a good time! To find out when the next trip is call or see for more details. Intra-leagues Don t want the commitment of regular training and still want some competitive fun? Then the Intra-Leagues are definitely for you. Choose from: Men s 6-a-side football Women s 6-a-side football Men s 11-a-side football Basketball Mixed netball Mixed hockey You can sign up with a group of friends, a department, a team from your hall of residence or join one of the existing teams to play against others in the league. The emphasis is on playing for fun and getting fit so if you re a gallant winner, or a good-hearted loser you re bound to widen your social circle. League competitions all conclude with a knockout competition and all winning teams receive winner s medals and prizes. With over 2000 students and staff members playing every week and 27 leagues to choose from there is no better way to get active, socialise and enjoy yourself. Sports festival days A range of one-day tournaments take place throughout the autumn and spring terms in sports including squash, volleyball, and rugby. Check the website for up and coming events! Summer Sports Festival The pinnacle of the intra-league year is the Summer Sports Festival that takes place after exams in the summer. The festival runs over five days and involves a variety of sports from netball, cricket and rugby 7 s, to ultimate frisbee. This is a great chance to relax and unwind with friends after a year of hard work. Festival winners receive medals, prizes and of course gloating rights for the whole of the next year. This is a must to get involved in, so don t miss out! Tel: intraleague@contacts.bham.ac.uk or visit

The Power of the Pride University of Birmingham Sport is one of the most recognised brands in Higher Education sport in the UK today, attracting athletes from across the country to study, train and

We call it the Power of the Pride. When you re part of The Pride, you re part of something big.

Each club has a qualified coach, provides regular training and fitness sessions, has access to sports science support and affiliation to the sport s governing body.

/ cricketmen or / cricketwomen Cycling / mountainbike-cycling Equestrian / equestrian Fencing* / fencing / footballmens or / footballwomens Golf* / golf Gymnastics and Trampolining

Lifesaving / lifesaving Sport is about more than just playing. It s about belonging.

Lacrosse / lacrosse Netball / netball Ninpo-Budo / ninpobudo Orienteering / orienteering Rowing* / rowing Rugby League / rugbyleague Rugby Union* / rugbymens or / rugbywomens Sailing / sailing Ski

water-polo Windsurfing / windsurfing Clubs in orange denote those which are either current BUCS Champions, National or BUCS league winners, have won medals, or had members gain national or

5 The Power of the Pride University of Birmingham Sport is one of the most recognised brands in Higher Education sport in the UK today, attracting athletes from across the country to study, train and compete. For the past 17 years UBSport has consistently finished in the top three of the 140-odd institutions that compete in the British Universities and Colleges Sports (BUCS) competition. We call it the Power of the Pride. When you re part of The Pride, you re part of something big. The Athletic Union With over 40 clubs representing the University in regional, national and inter-varsity competitions there s going to be something to satisfy your competitive streak. Each club has a qualified coach, provides regular training and fitness sessions, has access to sports science support and affiliation to the sport s governing body. You can choose from: American Football / americanfootball Archery / archery Athletics and Cross Country* / athletics Badminton / badminton Basketball* / basketball Cheerleading / cheerleading Cricket / cricketmen or / cricketwomen Cycling / mountainbike-cycling Equestrian / equestrian Fencing* / fencing / footballmens or / footballwomens Golf* / golf Gymnastics and Trampolining /gymnastics-trampolining Hockey* / hockey Jujitsu / jujitsu Judo / judo Karate / karate Kayak and Canoe / kayak Korfball / korfball Kung Fu (Black Dragon) / kungfu Kung Fu (Wing Chun) / wingchun Lifesaving / lifesaving Sport is about more than just playing. It s about belonging. At UBSport, you will belong to an exclusive club of men and women who have represented their University at the highest level. Lacrosse / lacrosse Netball / netball Ninpo-Budo / ninpobudo Orienteering / orienteering Rowing* / rowing Rugby League / rugbyleague Rugby Union* / rugbymens or / rugbywomens Sailing / sailing Ski and Snowboarding / ski-snowboard Squash* / squash Swimming* / swimming Table Tennis / tabletennis Tae Kwon Do / taekwondo Tennis / tennis Triathlon / triathlon Volleyball / volleyball Water polo / water-polo Windsurfing / windsurfing Clubs in orange denote those which are either current BUCS Champions, National or BUCS league winners, have won medals, or had members gain national or international competition selection this season. *Denotes our priority sports those supported to a higher level by UBSport, often in conjunction with a national performance centre. Most AU clubs compete in BUCS fixtures, which provide inter-university sports competition across 147 universities throughout the UK. BUCS competitions work in different ways for different sports, individual clubs will be able to give you more detail. To join any AU Sports Club you must be a member of the Athletic Union, which costs just 5 a year regardless of how many clubs you join. Each club then has its own fee (ask individual clubs for details). For more details on the Athletic Union in general please see ac.uk/au or call For specific information on each sports club go to followed by the associated links above eg, Whilst some clubs have impressive development programs and welcome members who ve had limited or no previous participation, others do require a certain level of prior experience. Trials take place in the first few weeks of term one; contact the club or keep an eye on the UBSport website for more details. More clubs are available to join through The Guild of Students. See for details on Dancing, Diving, Ice Hockey, Motor Racing, Mountaineering, Muay Thai Boxing, Paintball, Powerkite, Sky Diving, Surfing, Ten Pin Bowling, Ultimate Frisbee and much more. The Power of the Pride is already impressive, the following achievements being just a few examples from What will you bring to The Pride? Squash Our mens 1st team are BUCS champions for the 5th consecutive year and our womens 1st team for the 3rd year. Both 2nd teams are also Trophy Champions Athletics The women s cross-country team are BUCS champions. We won a total of twenty two medals at the BUCS Outdoors and Indoors last year. Stacey Johnson and Andrea Woodvine helped the GB University cross country team to gold at the World University Games. Rowing The club collected 17 BUCS medals across the season and both our novice and senior IV crew won titles at Women s Head of the River. We ve also had 17 athletes selected to represent GB at the European Universities Rowing Championships. Golf Our first team are BUCS Champions, and the fourth team Shield winners. Player Sam Riddell won silver at the BUCS individual Championships and gained selection for the BUCS Home Internationals. Olympics Three past members of the Pride competed in the 2008 Olympics. Simon Mantell (hockey), Paul Manning (cycling) and Naomi Folkard (archery) all represented Great Britain in Beijing, adding to the list of other alumni Olympians. Performance Sport If you re part of The Pride or a Sports Scholar, our Performance Sport team are there to ensure you re always at your best. Housed within the Munrow Sports Centre, the team incorporates Physiokinetic our on site physiotherapists, sports massage, an accredited laboratory, and a strength and conditioning gym. We aim to educate and deliver integrated, cutting edge support and advice to all our clients. Typical support for members includes: Access to triage and recovery sessions staffed by sport scientists and physiotherapists who can give free advice. Open access to circuit training and speed sessions. Fitness support laboratory and field-testing, strength and conditioning, programme design, body composition analysis and much more! Sports psychology, nutrition advice and video analysis. Workshops with special guest speakers from the world of sport. Sports Medicine Clinic physiotherapy and sports massage. Our programmes provide a one-stop shop for all your performance needs. Services are available to all AU members and external clients. For more information on all of these services contact Eleanor Rogers on e.rogers@bham.ac.uk or visit the website

Something for everyone UBSport Merchandise University of Birmingham Sport enjoys some of the best sports

The Munrow Sports Centre at the University s main Edgbaston Campus is the hub of UBSport, where many

University of Birmingham Sport proudly presents its new range of sports clothing.

reflects the power of a Top Three University for sport.

It s casual, comfortable and stylish and you can wear it with pride knowing that our athletes will never

And why not get one of our cuddly mascot lions too!

For details on current prices, please call 0121 414 4117 To register an interest in Munrow membership go

These services are only available to students that have registered with Student Records.

If you feel like a game of badminton, squash, tennis, table tennis, basketball, five-a-side football,

6 Something for everyone UBSport Merchandise University of Birmingham Sport enjoys some of the best sports facilities of any redbrick University in the country. The Munrow Sports Centre at the University s main Edgbaston Campus is the hub of UBSport, where many facilities are based and where you can find out how to get involved. University of Birmingham Sport proudly presents its new range of sports clothing. On and off the playing fields of Great Britain, our teams have been cutting a striking image that reflects the power of a Top Three University for sport. Now you can show your loyalty and support with our new range of UBSport clothing. It s casual, comfortable and stylish and you can wear it with pride knowing that our athletes will never let it rest, until our good is better and our better is best. And why not get one of our cuddly mascot lions too! Membership options The following membership types are currently available: Gym and Swim Gym Swim Squash For details on current prices, please call To register an interest in Munrow membership go to or pay for membership via telephone, call These services are only available to students that have registered with Student Records. Fancy a Knockabout? Students No need to be a member! If you feel like a game of badminton, squash, tennis, table tennis, basketball, five-a-side football, plus more book, pay and JustPlay! You don t have to be an accomplished or even an average player, just come along with a friend, have a bit of fun and JustPlay. To book a pitch or court call or pop into the Munrow Sports Centre reception Think of it as fuel for your day... Licensed bar Good food Starbucks coffee Large screen Sky Sports Located in the Munrow Sports Centre Open to everyone For more details contact Raising the Bar on

7 Be Loud. Be Proud. Support UBSport You are my Birmingham, my only Birmingham You make me happy, when skies are grey You ll never know dear, how much I love you So please don t take my Birmingham away away away Be part of it, be part of something big UBSport hosts exciting Big Events throughout the year with crowds of thousands turning out to show their support. Support your University. Support UBSport. Munrow Sports Centre Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 2TT, United Kingdom Tel: Big Event dates for your diary: UBSport v Manchester (Rugby) UBSport v Leeds Met (Basketball) UBSport Lions v Bath Killer Bees (American Football xplosion) UBSport Hockey Festival (8 home hockey matches) UBSport v Loughborough (Lacrosse and Football) Check the website for forthcoming Big Events. UBSport Partners

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SportBU. RES Life RES Life is a programme of activities set-up for first year students in. Campus Sport. A sporting chance. Get Active. Your Way. SportBU Campus Sport RES Life RES Life is a programme of activities set-up for first year students in Email RES Life for more info and to get involved accommodation, to give them an opportunity to try