Sports facilities
Whether you are interested in competing in sports at the highest level or simply wishing to keep fit , QMU has its own well-equipped sports centre on campus offering a range of activities .
Our gym is fitted out with the latest fitness equipment including treadmills , cross trainers , exercise bikes and weights .
The sports centre also includes a large multi-functional games hall which can be used for a variety of sports including : basketball , indoor football , badminton , volleyball , table tennis and netball . We also have an outdoor astro pitch used for 5 / 7-a-side football . Members can borrow equipment to use in these sports free of charge .
Our dance studio plays host to a range of fitness classes including Boxercise , Pilates , Pump FX , Zumba and Spin , many of which are included in your sports centre membership . You can opt to ‘ pay as you play ’ or you can purchase an annual membership .
A membership allows students access to the gym , sports hall , the majority of fitness classes , astro turf and free equipment hire . Student membership prices for 2019 will appear on our website .
We recently installed a fully functional outdoor gym , complete with cardiovascular and strength equipment , allowing you to exercise outdoors for free all year round .
Studies show physical activity is good for mental wellbeing and alleviates stress levels so make the most of both our outdoor and indoor workout areas , especially during exam time .
MORE INFO : www . qmu . ac . uk / campus-life / qmu-sportscentre /
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Stephanie Lee BSc ( Hons ) Nutrition
“ I was keen to develop my social life at QMU and Clubs and Societies offered a great opportunity to become more involved in uni life and meet like-minded individuals .
“ In my first year I joined the Good Food Society — a very casual society which fitted in with my timetable . It aims to educate students on good food and sustainable eating . We visit local restaurants and attend food festivals throughout the year . We have talks from local businesses and charities , attend masterclasses , and we fundraise for the local food bank and a ‘ charity of the year ’. We also hold social nights and international food nights , where members bring dishes from different countries .
“ I have loved being part of the society , and have particularly enjoyed being president this year . The society offers the opportunity to make many friends with a shared interest from across the university , who you otherwise wouldn ’ t have met .”