Over the festive period we will be running two Christmas themed campus treasure hunts for you to enjoy; either on your own or with your household! Make sure you take lots of photos during your hunt and tag @ueasport in your posts!

For more information please visit our Campus Treasure hunt page

Over the festive period we will be offering Badminton* and Swimming drop-ins, for only £1 per session.

*Due to UEA being in a Tier Two Area, singles will only be able to be played between players from multiple households and doubles within the same household or support bubble.

Please note that these sessions have limited spaces and are operated on a first come, first served basis. It is recommended to visit the Sportspark reception or call prior to each session to reserve your place.

Please visit here for the full drop-in timetable over Christmas.

We have a range of equipment which students who are staying on campus during the festive period can hire for no cost from our equipment hub. Equipment on offer to rent includes: Foam Roller, Balance Board, Dart Board, 10-Pin Bowling, Portable Table Tennis Set, 12-in-1 multi games table, Giant Dominoes, Giant Twister/Snakes and Ladders, Swing Ball & Boules, Fitness Bag (x10 cones, ab roller, x2 exercise mats, skipping rope, x2 resistance bands, agility ladder).

To complete the form to hire equipment, please access here

Over the festive period from Thursday 10th December until Sunday 17th January* we will be offering a range of different Sportspark Group Exercise Classes for only £2 per session.

*Sportspark will have reduced opening hours from the 24th December – 28th December and 30th December – 2nd January, affecting the evening classes.

Please note that these sessions have limited spaces and are operated on a first come, first served basis. It is recommended to visit the Sportspark reception or call prior to each session to reserve your place.

Please visit here for the full group-exercise timetable over Christmas.

As part of our Navigate Norfolk programme Winter Warmth will include Norwich day walks around the local area during the festive break, free of charge.

Please visit here for the full schedule.

Whether you have gone home for Christmas, visiting friends and family or staying in Norwich we have a range of online activities which you will keep you active over the festive period! For more information about our Virtual Santa Run, Advent Countdown, 12 days of Christmas Challenge and Home Workout ideas please visit here.

As part of the Winter Warmth programme we are offering all students and staff who sign up to the FREE UEA+MOVES app, before Monday 18th January 2021, the chance to win a Fit Bit Inspire or £50 Halford’s gift voucher.

To be eligible to win one of these prizes all you need to do is follow these steps to sign up to the UEA+Moves app:
Search and download the Moves + App from your app store (IOS or Android).
Enter your details, making sure to use your @uea.ac.uk email address.
Follow the steps to create your profile and connect your fitness tracker (app or wearable device).

By signing up to the UEA+MOVES app you have the chance to earn points for how much physical activity you do, including steps walked, miles ran, miles cycled or metres swam. You can use the points you have earnt to claim free rewards such as hoodies, t-shirts, meal vouchers, hot drinks, water bottles as well as having the option to donate your points to different charities each month. You can also earn extra points by taking part in some festive themed challenges. Make sure you hurry and sign up to UEA+MOVES today and get earning those points.

These six trails, newly waymarked in 2020 to coincide with Sportspark’s 20th birthday celebrations, have been implemented for students, staff and the local community to explore the University Campus and learn more about its wildlife and heritage. Each trail is different, and after just a few walks, you will get active and uncover more of UEA’s beautiful campus.

Discover UEA’s beautiful campus! Trails, wildlife and heritage awaits.

Download the trails map here

Our wellbeing dog walks are continuing over the festive season, with an additional walk ever week! Tickets are £1 and bookable through the Do Something Different Website.

Wednesday 16th December – 2pm

Monday 21st December – 2pm

Wednesday 23rd December – 2pm

Monday 4th January – 2pm

Wednesday 6th January – 2pm

Monday 11th January – 2pm

Wednesday 13th January – 2pm