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Brookes Active x Brookes Union - Headington

We are really excited to have Brookes Active x Brookes Union sessions taking over Brookes Sport, Headington on Tuesday evenings. We have the Weekly Get Active Session taking place 17:30 - 18:45 in the Sports Hall and the Weekly Football Kick Around taking place 21:30 - 22:30 on the Astro.

We also have an additional Weekly Football Kick Around every other week on Friday evenings, 19:00 - 20:00.

Please ensure you book into these sessions so that we can track attendance, as this will help to ensure their longevity. You can find the details of how to book below. 

If you have any feedback on the existing offer, please click on the link below.  

  • Tuesdays | 17:30 - 18:45 | Headington, Sports Hall (Basketball Session)
    • Tuesdays | 17:30 - 18:45 | Headington, Sports Hall (Basketball Session)

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Weekly Get Active Session

  • Tuesdays | 17:30 - 18:45 | Headington, Sports Hall (Basketball Session)
  • Tuesdays | 17:30 - 18:20 | Headington, Sports Hall (Dance Fitness)

The Weekly Get Active Session provides a welcoming, safe and social environment for getting active. The aim is to engage students who are typically less active and do not currently engage with Brookes Sport through TEAMBrookes or a membership, but the sessions are open to all students.

Please keep an eye on this page and the Brookes Sport (@brookessportoxford) and Brookes Union (@brookesunion) Instagrams for weekly updates.

Brookes Active sessions must be booked. You can do this through the Brookes Sport app, on Android or IOS, or via our web Book Online portal - see below for more details.

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Weekly Football Kick Around

  • Tuesdays | 21:30 - 22:30 | Headington, Astro
  • Fridays | 19:00 - 20:00 | Headington, Astro 
    • (Semester 2 Dates: 02/02, 16/02, 01/03, 15/03)

Come and play non-competitive, recreational football with other Oxford Brookes students in the weekly Brookes Active x Brookes Union kick arounds. These informal kick arounds are all about enjoying the game, without the pressure of competition. 

The aim is to engage students who are typically less active and do not currently engage with Brookes Sport through TEAMBrookes or a membership, but the sessions are open to all students. Whether you're a seasoned player or just looking to kick a ball around for fun, these sessions are the perfect opportunity to unwind, stay active, and socialise. 

Brookes Active sessions must be booked. You can do this through the Brookes Sport app, on Android or IOS, or via our web Book Online portal - see below for more details.

We have equipment you can borrow, so please collect and return balls to the Brookes Sport reception. 

If you are looking for a more structured 5-a-side league, the TEAMBrookes Men's Football Club runs Brookes5side on Saturday evenings. Click here to find out more about Brooke5ide.

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How to get involved...

To attend Brookes Active student activities, please follow these steps:

1. Register for a Brookes Sport Account:

  • Click to register for a Brookes Sport account
  • Select "Headington" and click "Next" 
  • Enter your basic details, including your Oxford Brookes student email address
  • Select "Pay as you go" (PAYG) and complete the rest of the form 

2. Get your 7-digit Brookes Sport Member ID:

  • After registration, you will receive your unique 7-digit Brookes Sport Member ID

3. Activate Your Student Status:

  • Either, email your 7-digit Brookes Sport Member ID and Student ID number to sportsmembership@brookes.ac.uk, or
  • Visit either of our Brookes Sport receptions and provide your 7-digit Brookes Sport Member ID along with your Student ID number

4. Book Brookes Active Activities:

  • Once your student status is activated, you will be able to book the free Brookes Active student activities through the Brookes Sport app on Android or IOS, or via our web Book Online portal 
  • To book... simply click "Book a Class" on the Brookes Sport Headington side of the App and you will find the football sessions listed and you'll then be able to log into your Brookes Sport account to make your booking    

Please remember that it's essential to book your Brookes Active sessions in advance to track attendance and support the continuation of these activiti

Have any questions or reservations?

If you have any questions or are nervous about attending any of these sessions, please get in touch. We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all attendees. If you have any disabilities or require additional support to fully participate in these session, please don't hesitate to contact us. We're here to ensure everyone can join and enjoy the sessions. 

You can contact: 

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