A year in review: 2021
December 28, 2021
2021 has most definitely been a year of two halves for everyone at the University of Nottingham Sport, but also a very successful year. Having started the year in lockdown, we are so grateful to have seen the #GreenandGold return to campus, fitness facilities and sports fields over the last five to six months. We …
Girls’ Night In returned and was a huge hit!
November 11, 2021
Girls’ Night In returns after an 18-month COVID break and what a night it was! On Sunday 7 November, over 225 girls descended upon the David Ross Sports Village for another hugely successful Girls’ Night In. Organised by the Just Play team, the evening filled with ‘fun, fitness and freebies’ was aimed at encouraging and …
Discover Just Play
September 13, 2021
Our Just Play (formerly Engage) programme launches on Monday 4 October and offers a flexible way for undergraduate and post graduate students to try out new sports and meet new friends in a fun and friendly environment. Just Play Sessions are open to all regardless of skill or ability and with a wide range of …
My favourite cycling routes – Sebastian Garry
February 19, 2021
Cycling is a great way to explore where you live, get some fresh air and get active – all at the same time. Here at the University of Nottingham we’re fortunate to be situated in a beautiful region full of sights easily accessible on two wheels. Not sure where to head out to? University of …
4 Reasons to get involved in Engage Inclusive Sessions
November 2, 2020
This week marks the beginning of the Engage Inclusive Sports Sessions as part of Be U Week! They give disabled students the opportunity to get involved in a wide array of new sports and meet new people. The week includes sessions from sports like Badminton, Powerlifting, Handball, Triathlon, Wheelchair Basketball and many more. They are …
8 learnings from the 8-week Shreddy challenge
July 10, 2020
The University of Nottingham Sport partnered with Fit Tech Brand, Shreddy in support of the female activation programmes for students in February 2020. Ambassador Alex Pitt, works to promote our female activation programmes such as Girls Night In and Empower. She joined the Shreddy community in December 2019, after the partnership between her programmes and …
Inclusive workout series | Core and Flex
June 15, 2020
University of Nottingham Sport are proud to be a leading institution for inclusive sport in the higher education sector. We have a full-time Disability Sport Officer and a range of award-winning inclusive sport programmes. As part of our new online Health and Wellbeing Home, the University of Nottingham Sport fitness team have put together a …
Bedtime routines and the latest apps – your tips for a good night’s sleep
April 8, 2020
With (way) more time at home, we should all be feeling well rested right? However, even with endless early nights stretching out ahead, many of us may still be struggling to reach the recommended 8 hours. Our Engage ambassador Alex Pitt took a look at how you can improve your sleeping patterns and took over …
Work for Us | A catch up with a Student UoN Sport Ambassador
February 26, 2020
University of Nottingham sport are currently inviting applications for a range of ambassador roles to support our programmes during the 2020/2021 academic year. The paid part-time roles are ideal for students passionate about sport, staying active and who are looking for flexible roles to fit around their studies. We caught up with Alex Pitt, a …
BUCS Nationals 2020 | Super Saturday Round-up
February 15, 2020
All hopes of a peaceful overnight stay in Sheffield for our 145 athletes were dashed, as Sheffield felt the full force of Storm Dennis. Despite the turbulent weather outside, the mood in the camp at breakfast was serene – focussed on the day of competition ahead. Super Saturday, as it has become affectionately known, is …
