The Fitness Centre at Durham University

Throughout June we are running this offer, it’s 3 months from when you take the membership out.

Open to everyone. Students, members of the public and anything else in between.

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If you won’t benefit from it but someone in the Durham area might, feel free to give it a share to spread the word 🙂

Bank Holiday Monday opening hours

Are you hitting the gym this week?

Here's a perfect chance to crush your bench PR and be in with a chance to win an epic all-in-one gym bundle from our UFL sponsor, Gr***de!

Challenge Details:
This week, we're challenging you to complete your 1 Rep Max Bench Press. Simply upload your score to the Archon platform and you will automatically be entered into the Gr***de all-in-one gym bundle prize draw!

Timeframe:
You have from the 4th of May to the 10th of May to submit your lift, so make sure you don't miss out!

Gr***de all-in-one gym bundle includes:

Pre Workout
Protein Powder
BCAA's
Gr***de T-Shirt

Show us what you've got, and let's see you lift some tin!

PS Don't forget to tag both and for us to re-share your attempts

https://platform.archon-app.com/register/durham-uni

EXAMS START TODAY

Tuesday 7th to Friday 24th May

Monday to Friday
AM Session 9.30-12.30 and PM session 14.30-17.30

Whilst our students are taking their exams we ask that you avoid:

dropping weights
dropping plate stacks on the resistance machines
running on the treadmill
using the Wattbikes

Exams are taking place in the hall directly below The Fitness Centre and noise from the above exercises can cause disruption.

We thank you in advance for your understanding, support and cooperation.

Please speak to a member of our team for advice on alternative exercises during this period.

Are you hitting the gym this week?

Here's a perfect chance to crush your deadlift PR and be in with a chance to win an epic all-in-one gym bundle from our UFL sponsor, Gr***de!

Challenge Details:
This week, we're challenging you to complete your 3 Rep Max Deadlift. Simply upload your score to the Archon platform and you will automatically be entered into the Gr***de all-in-one gym bundle prize draw!

https://platform.archon-app.com/register/durham-uni

You have from the 27th of April to the 3rd of May to submit your lift, so make sure you don't miss out!

Gr***de all-in-one gym bundle includes:

Pre Workout
Protein Powder
BCAA's
Gr***de T-Shirt

Show us what you've got, and let's see you lift some tin!

PS Don't forget to tag both and for us to re-share your attempts

Team Durham

Please be advised that from May 7th to May 24th, we kindly request gym users to maintain a quiet environment. This is to ensure minimal disruption to students who will be sitting their exams in the sports hall adjacent to the gym. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.

📢 Attention Gym Members:

May Bank Holiday Hours:

Please note that on the May Bank Holidays, our gym will be open from 9:00 to 13:00.

Regular hours will resume on the following day.

Thank you for your cooperation, and we look forward to seeing you at the gym!

Exam period

They joys of exams. 🥲

Sorry for the inconvenience.

They joys of exams. 🥲

Sorry for the inconvenience.

🌟Attention Gym Members!🌟

Heads up, we won't have our regular exercise classes in the studio this week as we're sprucing up the floors. But fear not! We've got exciting Bootcamp classes happening right here in the gym instead. 🏋️‍♂️💪

Our Bootcamp sessions combine cardio machines, functional movements, and body-weight exercises for a killer workout. It's the perfect way to keep your fitness routine going strong!

Remember to book your spot ASAP, as spaces are limited.

Easter opening hours

Notification of Footbridge closure

Works will involve the replacement of worn timber deck boards and rails to the Maiden Castle Footbridge, approximately between the 15th of March to the 15th of April 2024.
Access across the bridge will be unavailable during the working hours of 8:00am – 4:00pm.
At the end of each working day, the bridge will be made safe and re-opened for pedestrian use.

Extra Group Cycle class on a Wednesday at 4pm.

Remember to book a place in advance.

We are returning to The GymShark LIfting Club, Solihull for another epic day of fitness!

Friday 8th of March

If you want to work out at Gymshark message us to secure a space. Places are minimal.

Team Durham .durham

Please be advised that on Sunday the 4th of February there will be limited parking available at the Sports Centre due to a Women's Super League (WSL) fixture. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Exciting opportunity for a student of Durham University to become the first - DU Fitness Team Captain and Archon Fitness Ambassador.

If you are interested please read the role description and complete the online form via this link.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeRVT8REDKYhaXv0YDg3zWWfarWcC49Z1KnWXWhk1xjOTyf7g/viewform?usp=sf_link

Archon Team Durham .durham

Exciting opportunity for a student of Durham University to become the first - DU Fitness Team Captain and Archon Fitness Ambassador.

If you are interested please read the role description and complete the online form via this link.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeRVT8REDKYhaXv0YDg3zWWfarWcC49Z1KnWXWhk1xjOTyf7g/viewform?usp=sf_link

Please note that applicants must be studying at Durham University next academic year.

Archon Team Durham

Please be advised that on Sunday the 4th of February there will be limited parking available at the Sport Centre due to a Women's Super League (WSL) fixture. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

GYM CHALLENGE
1 REP on Bench Press

Register here https://platform.archon-app.com/register/durham-uni to compare your score with students from Durham University and other UK Universities.

You can find instructions and standards after registration in the FITTEST UNIVERSITIES section.

CUSTOMER NOTICE

GYM CLOSED SUNDAY 14th 9:00 - 16:00

OPEN 16:00 - 20:00

We have had the great fortune of drawing Manchester City (one of the world's best teams) at home in the Women’s FA Cup and we will be one of the BBC’s live games. As a consequence of this, we are going to have to close The Fitness Centre on Sunday 14th January until 4pm.
We apologise for any inconvenience that this will cause.
Thank you for your patience.
Mark Brian
Heap of Sport and Physical Activity

CUSTOMER NOTICE

We have had the great fortune of drawing Manchester City (one of the world's best teams) at home in the Women’s FA Cup and we will be one of the BBC’s live games. As a consequence of this, we are going to have to close The Fitness Centre on Sunday 14th January until 4pm.

We apologise for any inconvenience that this will cause.

Thank you for your patience.

Mark Brian
Heap of Sport and Physical Activity

Facility opening hours for Christmas and New Year

The Fitness Centre at Durham University is currently seeking a qualified and experienced Fitness Instructor. If you are passionate about health and well-being and have experience in delivering exercise classes, please apply below.

Please note that this is a casual-hours position based in Durham.

https://durham.taleo.net/careersection/du_cas_cs/jobdetail.ftl?job=23002108&tz=GMT%2B00%3A00&tzname=Europe%2FLondon

Thinking it's too late to join The Fittest Universities? Think again! Although the engagement has commenced, ample time remains to complete your fitness ratings and potentially represent our university in the June 2024 live competition.
Why register?
• Inclusivity: Archon's rating system ensures everyone competes equally, regardless of current fitness and other personal metrics.
• Empowerment: Tackle gym-based monthly ratings, log scores via Archon's app, and celebrate your progress.
• Community: Participate in our university group sessions.
• Rewards: Beyond self-improvement, the chance to be christened "The Fittest" awaits.
Join the movement at https://platform.archon-app.com/register/durham-uni