Winter Break activities

The Sports Centre will be CLOSED from 26 December 2020 onwards in line with the Government Tier 4 restrictions.

If you have a booking, our admin team will contact you directly with more information.

Please keep an eye on social media and our website for when we are able to re-introduce the above.

It’s no secret that this year has brought us all new challenges and changes to our daily lives. But one thing that hasn’t changed is our commitment to supporting you lead an active and healthy lifestyle.

And we’re continuing that support through the Winter Break.

If you’re staying on campus, we have a range of activities for you to take part in, such as social sessions in football, tennis, badminton, and frisbee golf, as well as Buddy Walks, orienteering courses, and a fitness trail around our beautiful, award-winning grounds! 

Please note that some sessions may be subject to change, in line with University and Government guidelines. Please join our Active Campus Facebook group to keep up to date, or email our Sports Development team with any questions.

Timetable

* indicates non-member student price

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

How to take part

• All sessions must be booked in advance online or via the Essex Sport App. From Thursday 10 December, you will also be able to book by calling the Sports Centre on 01206 873250
• Active Campus sessions are FREE for Essex Sport Gold and Silver members. Non-members fee applies.
• Equipment will be provided for Active Campus sessions.
• Please remember to bring your student ID card.
• Please don't attend a session if you are feeling unwell.
• Timetable may be subject to change. Download the app to stay up to date.

How to book

All sessions must be booked in advance.

How to book Active Sessions:

• Active Campus sessions are FREE for Essex Sport Gold and Silver members 
• Book via the Essex Sport App, available for free on the App Store and Google Play
• Book and pay online with your email and pin number
• Book by telephone on 01206 873250 using your debit or credit card

Find out other ways to keep active over the Winter Break by using the page links, below.

Sport Hardship Programme

We're excited to be working alongside BUCS (British Universities and Colleges Sport) to offer students that are experiencing financial hardship, the opportunity to take part in sport and physical activity they may not otherwise be able to access.

The five-week programme will give those students the chance to take part in:

• Group fitness training
• Social sessions
• Personal development

Each student will also be provided with a voucher or equipment pack to enable continued participation throughout the Christmas break, into 2021, and beyond.

The physical and mental wellbeing of students has never been tested as much as it has over the last eight months, and we're thrilled to be able to work with and support these students, utilising the power of participation in sport, to enhance personal development and lifelong career goals.

Apply online now.

Programme begins week commencing 16 November.