The Sports Service is making opportunities for staff to be active and focus on health a key priority.
We’ve got a number of programmes available to staff and we're excited to share details of them below.
If you have any questions about any of the activities, please do not hesitate to contact us on activestaff@sport.cam.ac.uk
Cam Run is an exciting 2.5km loop on the Cambridge West Site. Cam Run – Cam Run is quickly becoming a favourite. Staff set off from the Sports Centre - running, jogging, and walking their way around our scenic, pedestrian-friendly 2.5k loop through Cambridge West.
Cam Run is for all - whether you’re aiming to complete one or two laps, you’re looking to time yourself, or just complete your daily exercise – come join us for a fun community event.
The monthly Cam Runs are taking place on 30th October, 27th November and 18th December, all starting at 12.30pm. Book you place now on the Cam Uni Sport App.
| Activity | Day | Time | Place |
| Indoor Cricket | Fridays | 3-4pm | University Sports Centre |
We’re now offering a number of group exercise classes around the University, bringing the sessions to you. Classes are free to attend for all university staff and last around 45 minutes.
We've got a variety of classes across Cambridge West, Central Cambridge and the Biomedical Campus. Classes currently include Yoga, Pilates, Resistance Bands, Yogalates, Stretch & Mobility and are designed to be suitable for all levels.
To view the current timetable, please visit the Cam Uni Sport App.
To book into one of the current classes, or to keep an eye on new classes being released, visit the Active Staff section on the Cam Uni Sport App.
You'll need to register for free by filling in your details, selecting University of Cambridge Staff and selecting Active Staff Class Pass. Please note, there is a limit of 2 classes per week for each member of staff. You can register using this link.
Our next course will be being in January, information will be distributed when available.
The University Sports Centre continues to offer excellent facilities at discounted rates for University of Cambridge Staff. Our Cambridge Sport memberships include access to the Gym, Strength & Conditioning Room, Team Training Room, Group Exercise Classes, Badminton Courts, Fives Courts, Squash Courts, Athletics Track and discounted rates on the new Padel Courts. You can purchase your Cambridge Sport membership on the Sports Service website.
Flexi Pass - Exclusively available for University of Cambridge Staff
If you like the idea of a membership but worried it doesn’t fit with your hybrid working pattern, we’re pleased to introduce the Cambridge Sport Flexi Pass. The Flexi Pass offers all the same great benefits as a normal membership but on a usage basis. For just £60, you can redeem any of the 10 sessions against any of the membership benefits. You can purchase a flexi pass on the Sports Service website.
We continue to work with Healthy Nudge to offer a mobile Health Check Service. These health checks are designed to give you focus and direction with your training and exercise routines.
The Health Checks measure, Blood Pressure, Resting Heart Rate, Oxygen Saturation, Peak Flow, Grip Strength, Body Composition, Blood Glucose*, Total Cholesterol*.
Every health check comes with the opportunity to discuss your results and explore opportunities to improve health through effective exercise.
Health Checks start at £25 and are offered at multiple venues across the University including the Sports Centre, Eddington, Student Services and the West Hub.
To book your health check, please visit: https://healthynudge.co.uk/bookings/
*Health Check PLUS only