Move Your Mood

There are many ways that you can 'Move Your Mood' at the University of Exeter.

As a student, you could play a competitive sport as a part of one of our 52 different clubs, or you could be a part of a participation event. We have Social Sport Leagues, one-off mass participation events throughout the year or bespoke programmes designed in accordance with student demand.

We now have staff and student-only inclusive courses like 'Basics to Barbells, Self-Defence and Nordic Walking. 

You could try Ultimate Frisbee, or Wheelchair Basketball, or Yoga in one of our many green spaces.

The most important thing, is we listen to you.

This is a great opportunity to not only improve your health but also optimise well-being by taking a break from studies, interacting with other students and being physically active.

Timetable for Term 2: 

Basics to Barbells:

This is a unique 6-week course designed specifically for women-identifying and non-binary individuals who are looking to add free weights to their workout routines.

Throughout this course, you will learn how to perform a variety of exercises with free weights and gain the confidence you need to incorporate these exercises into your regular workouts. The course is taught in the privacy of the Private Training Facility, ensuring a comfortable and supportive environment for all participants.

Whether you are a beginner or have some experience with free weights, this course will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to take your fitness to the next level. The Basics to Barbells course is a great opportunity to challenge yourself and meet new people.

The course costs £15 for 6 weeks and is available on these dates:

For Staff, Wednesdays starting 31st January - 6th March: 12:30 - 13:30

For Students, Fridays 2nd February: 17:30 - 18:30 or 19:00-20:00

Spaces are limited, so please book in person at reception, calling 01392 724452 or emailing exetersport@exeter.ac.uk

For more information, please email socialsport@exeter.ac.uk.

Self-Defence 6-week workshop

A 6-week course suitable for females of all levels of fitness and abilities. The class is delivered by Alice Tindall, a Self-Defence, BCA and Managing Violence Instructor. It is designed to give you all the tools to live your life with full confidence.

The course costs £15 for 6 weeks and is available on these dates:

Wednesdays starting 31st January - 6th March:

17:30 - 18:30 (Staff Only)

19:00 - 20:00 (Students Only)

Spaces are limited, so please book in person at reception, calling 01392 724452 or emailing exetersport@exeter.ac.uk

Nordic Walking

Nordic walking is a fun way to look after your health and wellbeing through physical activity, making friends exercising outdoors connecting with nature watching the seasons change through the year. The sooner you start the more benefits you will enjoy. Lovely walk locations along the route of the River Exe with amazing views of the River and the Estuary.

For students, the course costs £15 for 10 weeks, or free to all UoE staff members.

Wednesday 7^th February – Wednesday 24^th April (with a break on 6^th & 13^th March)

Staff only 12:30 – 13:30

Student only 14:00 – 15:00, click here to book.

Start from St Luke's Sports Centre, meet at reception. Participants need to dress for the weather conditions for the day of the sessions. A rucksack is best for carrying personal possessions and a bottle of water. Wear trainers or walking shoes/boots as the grass will be wet. Nordic Walking poles are provided. The first 2 sessions will be held on the quad for basic technique tuition. In sessions 3 - 10 you will walk different routes from the campus in the hour.

Spaces are limited, so please book in person at reception, calling 01392 724452 or emailing exetersport@exeter.ac.uk