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Brookes Active
Brookes Active is a programme of activities, events and campaigns designed to help Oxford Brookes University students and staff enjoy an active, healthy lifestyle.
Throughout Freshers’ Week, we’re offering a whole host of FREE Brookes Active activities for you to get involved in, you can explore everything we have going on below. We’ve also highlighted which activities continue weekly!
Clothing & Footwear: Please wear comfortable sportswear and appropriate footwear (Sports Hall: trainers with non-marking soles / Astro: no studs). For climbing, ensure you have suitable footwear – climbing shoes are available to hire at reception.
👉 All sessions are free during Freshers’ Week, but please make sure you book in advance via the Brookes Sport app (Android & iOS). Booking is not required for Wellness Wednesday or the Free Climb on Thursday.
Booking Instructions (by activity type)
If you already have a Brookes Sport account, you do not need to register again.
Sport Sessions:
Sign up for a Student Brookes Sport Registration (video guide).
Download the BrookesSport app and log in with your registered email to book sessions (video guide).
On your first visit, show your student ID at reception to activate your account.
Fitness Class:
Sign up for a Student Brookes Sport Registration (video guide).
Download the BrookesSport app and log in with your registered email to book Fitness Classes (video guide)
Climbing:
Sign up for a Student Brookes Sport Registration (video guide) and complete the Climbing Participation Agreement.
Download the BrookesSport app and log in with your registered email to book Climbing Sessions (video guide).
For the Free Climb on Thursday 18 September 2025, just check in at reception, you will also be able to hire shoes for free.
Wellness Wednesday:
Sign up for a Student Brookes Sport Registration (video guide).
On your first Wednesday visit, bring your student ID to reception. They will activate your access so you can enjoy free gym entry every Wednesday.
If you have any questions or any issues, please email brookesactive@brookes.ac.uk and we will be happy to help!
After Freshers’ Week:
At the bottom of this page you’ll find the Brookes Active Semester 1 timetable.
From Week 1 onwards, sessions cost £3 per activity, if you have booked a space through the app during Freshers' Week the process is the same, just there will just be a cost.
All Brookes Active activities are included in any Brookes Sport Student Membership.
They’re also included for students with a TEAMBrookes membership.
We are always looking for ways to improve our Brookes Active offer, so if you have any feedback or activity suggestions, please complete our Brookes Active Feedback form.
If you have any questions or any issues, please email brookesactive@brookes.ac.uk and we will be happy to help!
Arrivals Weekend (Friday 12 September - Sunday 14 September)
Arrivals Weekend (Friday 12 September - Sunday 14 September)
Friday 12 September:
Basketball (Sport Session) | Sports Hall, Headington | 19:00 - 20:00
Football (Sport Session) | Astro, Headington | 21:30 - 22:30*
Saturday 13 September:
Basketball (Sport Session) | Sports Hall, Headington | 18:00 - 20:00
Football (Sport Session) | Astro, Headington | 18:00 - 21:00
Sunday 14 September:
Basketball (Sport Session) | Sports Hall, Headington | 18:00 - 20:00
Football (Sport Session) | Astro, Headington | 16:00 - 20:00
*This is a regular Brookes Active session that continues throughout the academic year.
Freshers' Week (Monday 15 September - Friday 19 September)
Freshers' Week (Monday 15 September - Friday 19 September)
Monday 15 September
Badminton (Sport Session) | Sports Hall, Headington | 15:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 16 September:
Basketball (Sport Session) | Sports Hall, Headington | 17:00 - 18:50
Circuits (Fitness Class) | Sports Hall, Headington | 19:00 - 20:00*
Queer Climbing Session (Climbing) | Climbing Centre, Headington | 19:30 - 21:00*
Football (Sport Session) | Astro, Headington | 21:30 - 22:30*
Wednesday 17 September:
FREE Gym access all day (Wellness Wednesday)*
Pickleball (Sport Session) | Sports Hall, Headington | 16:00 - 17:30
Football (Sport Session) | Astro, Headington | 17:00 - 18:00
Badminton (Sport Session) | Sports Hall, Headington | 17:30 - 18:50
Zumba (Fitness Class) | Sports Hall, Headington | 19:00 - 20:00
Women's Climbing Session (Climbing) | Climbing Centre, Headington | 20:00 - 21:30*
Basketball (Sport Session) | Sports Hall, Headington | 20:10 - 23:00
Thursday 18 September:
FREE Climb access (Climbing) | Climbing Centre, Headington | 10:00 - 16:00
Bag Box Bass (Fitness Class) | Sports Hall, Headington | 19:00 - 20:00
Football (Sport Session) | Astro, Headington | 21:30 - 22:30
Friday 19 September:
Pickleball (Sport Session) | Sports Hall, Headington | 18:00 - 19:00*
Football (Sport Session) | Astro, Headington | 21:30 - 22:30*
*This is a regular activity that continues throughout the academic year.
Welcome Week (Saturday 20 September - Sunday 21 September)
Welcome Week (Saturday 20 September - Sunday 21 September)
Saturday 20 September:
Basketball (Sport Session) | Sports Hall, Headington | 13:00 - 14:25*
Volleyball (Sport Session) | Sports Hall, Headington | 14:35 - 16:00*
Badminton (Sport Session) | Sports Hall, Headington | 19:05 - 20:00*
Sunday 21 September:
Basketball (Sport Session) | Sports Hall, Headington | 18:00 - 20:00
Pickleball (Sport Session) | Sports Hall, Headington | 18:05 - 19:00
Badminton (Sport Session) | Sports Hall, Headington | 19:00 - 19:55
*This is a regular Brookes Active session that continues throughout the academic year.
Brookes Active: Semester 1
Brookes Active: Semester 1
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