Flexible gym passes, studio classes, and outdoor sports with University Sport
The University Club gym, fitness classes and outdoor pitch offer flexible, round-the-clock training for university staff, postgraduates, alumni, and retirees. Whether you want a quick morning session, lunchtime 5-a-side football, or evening fitness classes, we have options to suit your schedule.
Pay as you go memberships
Pay for ten sessions that can be used across University Club and Iffley Road to use as and when you can.
New HIIT classes at the Club
Improve cardiovascular fitness, muscular endurance, and strength. Open to all fitness levels.
University Club Gym
The University Club gym is well-equipped with a range of cardiovascular machines, resistance equipment, and free weights, offering a complete fitness experience in central Oxford.
Using the Oxford University Sport App, you can quickly reserve your preferred workout times. Access is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week via your University Card.
Our annual contract offers our best-value membership at the University Club, committing you to a 12-month contract after your 15th day of membership.
14-day money-back guarantee for new members
24/7 University Club gym access
3 free fitness class passes
Free gym bookings on-site
Exclusive welcome gift
Coming soon – Access to Les Mills virtual classes
Our rolling contract offers a flexible membership with no long-term commitment. You can freeze or cancel your pass whenever you need.
14-day money-back guarantee for new members
24/7 University Club gym access
3 free fitness class passes
Free gym bookings on-site
Exclusive welcome gift
Coming soon – Access to Les Mills virtual classes
Ideal for visitors who cannot pop in as often as they would like. Valid across both the University Club and Iffley Road Sports Centre. Each activity you book (including double slots) deducts one credit from your balance.
- 14-day money-back guarantee for new members
- Choice of swimming, gyms at Iffley and University Club, running track, fitness classes, and racket court bookings
- Free access to InBody Scans to track your progress
- Note: Does not include Active+ subscriber perks (such as Bike Doctor servicing or retail discounts).
For full access across Oxford, the University offers joint memberships covering both the University Club and the Iffley Road Sports Centre. These include unlimited use of the swimming pool, gyms, fitness classes, athletics track, and racket court bookings across both sites.
University Sports Fitness Classes
Add variety to your routine with our new instructor-led group fitness classes, hosted right here in our dedicated exercise studio. Look out for new classes being added soon.
View the full timetable for, and book onto, classes hosted by University Sport.
Circuit fitness is a fun, full-body workout that combines a variety of strength, cardio and functional exercises in timed stations. Designed for all fitness levels, each exercise can be adapted to suit beginners through to more experienced participants.
Come along and improve your fitness, strength and endurance in a supportive and motivating group environment!
- Tuesdays, 07:30 - 08:15 with Jess
- Wednesdays, 12:00 - 13:00 with Mimi
- Members: Free as part of any University Club or Active+ membership (from £18.50 per month or £185 per year).
- Pay-As-You-Go: £7 per class for non-members and pay-as-you-go visitors.
A new HIIT class is being introduced to the Club!
- Friday 16 October, 12:00 - 12.45 pm with Elysia
HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training) is a class that alternates short periods of higher-intensity exercise with periods of lower-intensity exercise or rest. The aim is to improve cardiovascular fitness, muscular endurance, strength and overall fitness in a time-efficient workout. The class is open to all fitness levels.
Come and try it!
We will shortly be introducing a full range of world-class Les Mills Virtual workouts, giving you flexible, on-demand access to group fitness throughout the day – even during off-peak hours!
We would love your feedback! If there is a specific session you would like on the schedule – or if you know an instructor who would like to teach here – please ask them to get in touch with Oxford University Sport.
Outdoor MUGA Pitch
Our floodlit, all-weather Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA) is ideal for football, netball, tennis, and outdoor team training. Located just a short walk from central university departments, it is the perfect central venue for sport.
Our floodlit, all-weather Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA) is ideal for football, netball, tennis, and outdoor team training. Located just a short walk from central university departments, it is the perfect central venue for sport.
- Year-round, all-weather use suitable for a range of sports
- Equipment included: Goals and nets provided on-site
- Open to all: No membership required to make a booking
- Opening hours: 8am to 10pm, Monday to Sunday
- Changing facilities: Available in the University Club building until 10pm
- Hourly Rates:
- Peak (Weekdays 12pm to 2pm and after 5pm): £28.50 for members | £37.00 for non-members
- Off-Peak (Weekdays 7am to 11am, 2pm to 4pm, and weekends): £24.00 for members | £30.00 for non-members
You can book online or via the Oxford Sports App if you have signed up.
Contact Us
For help and support with gym memberships and fitness classes by University Sport, please contact Oxford University Sport.
For queries about external classes, please contact the class leader directly.
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