Being active has numerous physical and mental health benefits. Whether you're a seasoned gym-goer, someone looking to start being active, or want to compete against your colleagues in our regular events and tournaments, the Sport and Leisure Service at CitySport can help.

Staff Memberships

Staff Spin

Your health and wellbeing is one of our priorities and so you get the same discounts as our students!

Staff membership is heavily subsidised, giving you full access to CitySport for just £10/month. Get unlimited gym access, free class books, and  priority court bookings.

The annual membership also includes access to the BUCS UNIversal Gym, with access to 80+ gyms across the country (12 in London).

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Be Active, Feel Well

Staff Be Active Feel Well

This is our programme for those that might be new to exercising, want additional support, or have been referred by other university Services.

This 12-week coached programme provides sport and fitness sessions and an informational booklet providing additional tips on exercise, nutrition, and wellbeing.

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Just Play and Free Staff Sports

Women and man playing basketball together

No commitment, drop-in sport sessions for you to play a sport with likeminded individuals. All staff only sessions are FREE and everything is bookable via the CitySport app.

Sessions run all year round, whether you're in the middle of a teaching block or enjoying the not-so quiet holiday months, take a break and take part!

  • Mon 12-1pm, badminton*
  • Tues 7:30-8:30am, yoga
  • Tues 12-1pm, basketball*
  • Tues 1-2pm, badminton
  • Wed 12-1pm, pickleball
  • Thurs 1-2pm, No Strings Badminton*
  • Fri 12-1pm, pickleball*

*session available to all

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Wellness Wenesdays

Staff Wellness Wednesdays

Looking for a mid-week fitness boost?

Our term-time support campaign has weekly activities to help you prioritise your mental health. There’s weekly free gym access (Wednesdays 7am-12pm during term-time) and a host of other benefits each month, including office-based activity roadshows and free Transport for London travel vouchers. We are working in partnership with Organisational Development to maximise the support available to you!

The full programme will be shared soon - watch this space!

Staff Sports Day

Drysdale Dream Team

City St George's promotes colleagues working together... until the Staff Sports Day!

Every summer, staff form teams and meet at CitySport for some 'friendly' competition. Forget footballs and tennis rackets, pick up blindfolds and space hoppers!

The 2025 event saw 11 Teams from across Professional Services and the Schools  take part. Find out who took home the title!

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Performing Arts

The clock tower at City St George's during summer

Whether you're a seasoned artist or just wanting to start out, sing, act, or dance to enhance your wellbeing. All sessions are FREE and just for staff to attend.

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