Current news and events

• Move More, Get More with MDXMoves

  Move more and get more, with MDXMoves. MDXMoves is a fab web portal that works with your phone or fitness tracker to keep track of your physical activity. You get rewarded for moving and can spend your hard earned points on a variety of items like free coffee on campus, massage, entry to the Fitness Pod, plus loads of offers from online retailers too! Find out more about MDXMoves and how to sign up for free and start earning those rewards!

• Row Britannia- Help #TeamMDX row 2020 miles!

  Join in our Row Britannia Challenge

  Help #TEAMMDX row a total of 2020 miles!

  
  Every University in the country will look to take part in the Row Britannia Challenge, a sector-wide, inclusive challenge to raise awareness and funds for student mental health throughout the UK. The challenge is an 8 week challenge running from 16 Jan - 13 March 2020. We have until then to reach our target!

  Here's how you can get involved in the Row Britannia Challenge!

  1- Take part as an individual and set your own targets to help us reach our goal of 2020 miles
  
  2- take part in the organised Individual challenges
  -Bronze Challenge: 80km in total. (over the 8 weeks, equates to 2km per day/ 5 days a week)
  -Silver Challenge: 140km in total. (over the 8 weeks, equates to 3.5km per day/ 5 days a week)
  - Gold Challenge: 200km in total. (over the 8 weeks, equates to 5km per day/ 5 days a week)
  
  3- Team Challenge
  In a Team of 5, row a total of 400km. (over the 8 weeks, equates to 2km per day each/ 5 days a week)
  
  4- Join in our 24 hour Row-A-Thon on 5-6 March 2020 on campus!
  
  Register at The Fitness Pod reception (all participants get free access to The Fitness Pod rowers (You don't have to be a member to take part!) and GET A FREE T-SHIRT .
  
  Don't forget to raise some funds for Sport Relief on our JustGiving page if you want to be in with a chance of winning those 6 Nations tickets www.justgiving.com/team/MiddlesexUniversityRBChallenge

  

• Sports London Marathon's - Event Volunteering Opportunities

  Sport & Recreation team up with major event organisers to give our students and staff the opportunity to be event marshals at some mass participation running events in the capital.

  We are currently looking for volunteers to join the team, to help out at the following events:

  • Vitality London Big Half marathon, Sunday 1st March
  • Virgin London Marathon, Sunday 26th April

  Both events involve early starts from campus, where we leave at 5.45am prompt. Responsibilities may include keeping control of the crowds, directing runners, providing information to the public. Refreshments are provided, as well as event merchandise (sportswear), and return transport from campus.

  If you’re interested in helping out at a major sports event and getting up close to some of the world’s best runners, please register your interest with Mel Parker m.parker@mdx.ac.uk

• PT offers and Health Checks at The Fitness Pod

  50% off Personal Training

  Achieve your goals in half the time with our experienced personal trainers. You will receive expert guidance on a one- to- one basis, with plenty of encouragement to motivate you and maximise the benefits from your workout. Whether you want to lose weight, shape and tone or build muscle, whatever your goal, we can help you achieve it.

  We are currently offering 50% off your first PT session with us. Pay just £15 for your first 1 hour session. Prices are then  £30 per 1 hour session or £270 for 10 sessions. To book contact 020 8411 6343 or email: thefitnesspod@mdx.ac.uk

  Full body Health Check just £25

  A qualified instructor will undertake your individual health check and provide you with feedback on your current level of fitness. The consultation covers individual medical and exercise history, fitness goals, lifestyle factors and exercise preferences as well as a variety of tests including blood pressure, body fat, cholesterol, BMI, waist to hip ratio, BMR & daily calorie needs.

  We offer a 1 hour health check for just £25. Contact thefitnesspod@mdx.ac.uk or 020 8411 6343 to book your appointment.

• Childrens Sports Birthday parties

  Children's Sports Birthday parties

  Book our impressive 3G pitches and Multi Activity Courts at Middlesex University in Hendon for your child’s multi activity sports birthday party. Parties cater for children from 5 - 15 years and start from just £140 for up to 10 children
  (additional spaces can be booked at £10 per child, up to 25 children).

  • Multi sport and party games
  • All games equipment & toys
  • Use of 3G pitch or Multi Activity Courts
  • A children’s party host to lead games
  • Themed parties (Football, Tennis & Multi sports)

  Contact j.andrews@mdx.ac.uk or 020 8411 6343

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