We’re here to help you make the most of your time at University by providing a range of activities and facilities to help you stay fit, have fun and make new friends.
We have loads of activities on offer and there's something for everyone; from complete beginners to hardened sports fanatics, whatever you’re into and whatever your level, we're sure we have something to suit you. #WorkHardPlayHarder
Move more, get more!
Walk, run, cycle, and stay active to get points. When added up, your points can then be redeemed for a variety of goodies from on campus retailers as well as high street and sports brands. You could get free food, coffees, massages, gym memberships and more. The choice of what to redeem is yours. Just remember, the more you move, the more you get!
MDXMoves is compatible with a variety of devices and fitness trackers. Sign up, sync your device to your online account and start getting points. If you want to use mobile phone, we recommend Nokia Health Mate or the Withings Health Mate app to track and sync your activity.
There are also a exciting challenges throughout the year to get you moving more. Sign up, invite your friends and compete against your mates in your own competitions and more.
Data is automatically sent from your device to MDXMoves at the end of each day, where your points are automatically calculated by the system. In order to keep your device tracking your activity, you must open your chosen fitness app to make sure you're collecting the latest data. If you're experiencing any issues with syncing data, please email our Sports team.
Our Sport and Recreation team are offering students a range of social sports opportunities. Activities are open to all students, but you must book in advance. This is especially important under the current COVID-19 situation.
Our sports facilities are part of the NHS Track & Trace system so you must scan in when you first arrive as well as complete the COVID-19 declaration, confirming you're free from any coronavirus symptoms before you attend the session.
If you would like to make a booking or have any questions, please get in touch with the sports office. If you would like to play sport with friends in any of the social sports slots listed below, we can help you to ensure that when you come to play, you are following the relevant guidelines.
For more information or to rent equipment, please email the Sport Office.
Want to try something new? Keen to master another sport? Join our Give it a Go programme and learn a sport from the very beginning.
We have a variety of sports and activities you can choose from including tennis, cheerleading and boxing. Our sport sessions take place once a week over 6 to 8 weeks (depending on the sport) and you'll be introduced to the sport, learn the basics, and get coaching to help improve your skills. Sessions are £20 per activity.
Some sessions are taught off campus and we provide a free minibus service to help get you there.
To register for an activity, please email Danielle Norville or head to Sports Office in MDX House.
Key dates for your diary are detailed below:
If you want to plan your own games with friends, you can simply book a court, equipment or pitch and get started. For more information and to book, please email our Fitness Pod team or call 020 8411 6343.
We have three floodlit, outdoor Multi Activity Courts (MAC's) on campus with markings and posts for tennis, basketball, netball and 5-a-side football. Cricket nets are also available on one of the courts.
The courts are free to members at off peak times (subject to availability) and there will be a small fee during peak hours.
We have a floodlit 3G pitch on campus with markings for two 7-a-Side football pitches.
There is an outdoor bouldering wall facility with various routes of varying levels of difficulty.
We have 4 table tennis tables and 2 basketball hoops located on the terrace area at the front of MDX House which are both free to use. The Fitness Pod can provide all equipment required either as a loan or for a small fee.
We have 2 full size rugby pitches at our Worlds End Lane sports ground in Winchmore Hill N21. The facility also has a pavilion on site with changing rooms, a bar and catering options. For hire, please email Mel Parker or call 020 8411 5893.
