Active Manchester Memberships
Our Active Manchester gym memberships are a fantastic way to stay fit and healthy. We have state-of-the-art fitness facilities equipped with top-notch equipment and experienced trainers who are dedicated to helping you achieve your fitness goals. It’s not just about exercising; it’s about becoming part of a vibrant community of individuals who share your passion for leading an active lifestyle.
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Our facilities
We take immense pride in our facilities. We have The Armitage Sports Centre, Sugden Sports Centre, and the Manchester Aquatics Centre. These venues are equipped to cater to a wide range of sports and activities. Whether you’re into swimming, basketball, football, or any other sport, our facilities provide the perfect environment for you to excel and enjoy your chosen activities.
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BUCS Universal Gym
Students can access the Universal Gym network through BUCS Universal Gym. This allows students with a university gym membership to access facilities across the UK throughout the year.
To find out more, visit the BUCS Universal Gym site.
PurpleWave events for 2023-2024
Take advantage of the fantastic Purple Wave programmes and events that staff, students, and the wider UoM community can access. One of the most exciting of these will be the Purple Wave 10k and half marathon Great Run. Take advantage of our special Bicnetenneal 10K ticket price of £18.24.
Our exciting events this year:
Santa Dash, 2.5k, Platt Fields Park – 6 December 2023
2.5/5km Run, Platt Fields Park – 28 February 2024
Great Run, 10k and Half Marathon – 25 May 2024
Sign up to Purple Wave Events
Yoga and Gong Bath retreat
Come and enjoy a great day of Yoga, relaxation, and socialising. You will have the opportunity to participate in three styles of Yoga, Iyengar for healthy backs, Yin Yoga, and Vinyasa flow Yoga.
Book your place at the Yoga and Gong Bath retreat
National Fitness Day
The theme for National Fitness Day 2023 on September 20 is ‘Your Health is for Life.’ This annual campaign, organised by ukactive, encourages millions of people to be more active through thousands of free activities in various communities. The focus for this year is to inspire individuals of all ages and backgrounds to embrace the lifelong physical and mental benefits of staying active to improve health and wellbeing.
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Running and walking groups
There are a number of ways that you can stay healthy and active during your time at University. If you’d like to get out for a walk or run to take a break from your studies, then take a look at the resources below:
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