Free de-stress classes at Sugden Sports Centre. Looking to reset during exams? We’ve teamed up with Sugden Sports Centre to offer some free classes to help you move, unwind, and manage stress during the exam period. Join every week between 18 May and 10 June:

• Pilates (Wednesday, 11:00–11:45)
• Power Pump (Wednesday, 18:15–19:00)

These sessions are open to all students and are designed to support your wellbeing, whether you’re looking to boost your mood, release tension, or take a break from revision.

How to join:

There’s no need to book in advance, simply head to Sugden Sports Centre and book in at reception when you arrive.

View the timetable

Academic focus and performance

• Physical activity is linked to improved focus, memory and productivity in students

• Active students report better engagement with learning and perceived academic attainment

Mental wellbeing and stress reduction

• Regular activity reduces stress, anxiety and mental fatigue

• Participation in physical activity is associated with improved overall mental wellbeing and resilience during high‑pressure periods

Time‑efficient movement for busy students

• Short, regular bouts of movement (for example walking, stretching or quick workouts) are effective and realistic during revision

• Consistent activity habits support better wellbeing and performance than infrequent long sessions

Outdoor and higher‑intensity activity

• Outdoor activity provides additional benefits for mood and cognitive readiness

• Moderate‑to‑vigorous activity, including brief HIIT sessions, can act as a mental and emotional reset