News and Events
New for Spring 2013- ReActivate- Functional Movement Class-
This mid morning "joint" friendly class aims to develop better posture, mobility, flexibility, core strength and overall movement....the class is ideal for those new to group fitness, those returning to exercise or rehabilitating after an injury, and active adults who want improved mobility, strength and flexibility.
For further information and to download the ReActivate booklet, please click here
Just a reminder that Summer Scheme enrolment is now open to Queen's Staff and Students.
For Queen's Sport Members enrolment opens on Friday 10 May and all others Monday 13 May.
For further information on this year's Summer Scheme please follow this link: Summer Scheme 2013
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Queen's Sport's would like to congratulate all those who took part in our first ever Back 2 Basics course.
The course is designed to re-engage you with the basic principles of training and diet. It is not a quick fix but a life-style change.
Here are some of the thoughts of those who completed the Back 2 Basics programme.
‘Two weeks in I had lost 6.6lbs, 8 weeks in I had lost 14.5lbs, after 12 weeks I had a total loss of 21.5lbs ’ (T Glenn)
‘The course has met and exceeded my expectations, I do feel we got an absolute bargain’ (L Glancy)
‘This course has been an eye-opener in terms of diet, fitness and overall well-being’ (G May)
‘I now know how to train!' (E Black)
Our Spring/Summer Back 2 Basics Programme commences 13th May, for more details click here
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Back for 2013 – Try Rowing Summer Camp
Queen's Sport are pleased to announce the return of the popular Summer Rowing Camp for children aged 13 – 17.
Open enrolment is on Tuesday 7 May and the first camp will commence Monday 29 July.
For further information and to download an application please click here:
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Don't miss the chance to enrol your child in the Queen's Sport 2013 Summer Scheme!
Our ever popular scheme offers many activities including climbing, swimming, trampoline, gymnastics as well as team and ball games.
This year's scheme will run for 7 weeks starting on Monday 1 July and finishing on 16 August 2013 (Monday - Friday). Please note that there will be no Summer Scheme on Friday 12 July.
- Enrolment for University staff opens on Tuesday 7 May
- Queen's Sport members Friday 10 May
- Open enrolment Monday 13 May
If you have any further queries please email: courseenquiries@qub.ac.uk
Watch this space for further updates log into the Queen's Sport dedicated Summer Scheme 2013 web page
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Helen Perry has recently joined Queen's Sport as our new full time Fitness Instructor. She has great experience and qualifications in fitness and is currently studying to obtain a BSc Hons Degree in Sports Coaching with an Exercise Instruction Pathway. To read more about Helen please click on her profile below.
To find out Helen's Tip of the Month sign up to Ezine on www.queenssport.com to receive our monthly newsletter.
Do you have any balance left in your Student Experience Bursary? Remember if you don’t USE it you’re gonna LOSE it, so why not utilise your bursary at Queen’s Sport. Use it to buy a ……….
- QS Membership Package (1,2, 3 month options)
- Any Queen’s Sport Course
- A Queen’s Sport Clinic service
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The River Lagan will host the 10th annual University Boat Race on 8 June 2013 based at an impressive marquee enclosure at Queen’s PEC. Universities from across Ireland will battle it out on the championship course, from the Albert Bridge to the Queen's University PEC. The event will be the largest ever with up to 13 races accompanied by family and hospitality entertainment throughout the day.
The University Boat Race is the perfect solution for building existing and new business relationships. The ideal location for such networking will be in the Corporate Enclosure where ‘the Lunch on the Lagan” will take place. The hospitality format is brought to you by The Green Room at Ramada Plaza. Do not miss out on Belfast’s major sporting event and a fantastic family day out!
Corporate Leaflet for the University Boat Race 2013
2013 Ramada Plaza BoatRace Press Release
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Queen’s Sport, along with several other centers throughout Northern Ireland, will be staging a swim challenge in support of Cancer Focus Northern Ireland from Monday 10 June until Thursday 13 June.
The challenge is for everyone to simply ‘do their best swim‘, it could be one or one hundred pool lengths.
Cancer Focus NI has, for over 40 years, provided research, prevention and care services to all the people of Northern Ireland. We at Cancer Focus Northern Ireland would be delighted if you can help with this worthwhile objective.
For more information contact reception on 028 9068 1126
To book your place go to www.cancerfocusni.org/events
It's Swimathon time again. This three day event is very popular with Students, members and the wider community. To read more about the launch please click here
For details of this year’s challenges and how to enrol please click here
Swimathon will take place on the following dates and times:
(please note the pool will be closed during these time )
- Session 1: Friday 26 April (7am – 10am)
- Session 2: Saturday 27 April (12:30pm – 3:30pm)
- Session 3: Sunday 28 April (10am – 1pm)
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This year’s Queen’s Past Members’ Golf Classic (sponsored once again by McAleer & Teague) takes place on Friday10 May at Rockmount Golf Course, Carryduff.
The Golf Classic will be a team event made up of four players per team. The entry fee per team is £200 that includes green fees, meal and the opportunity to win some of our fantastic prizes. Hole sponsorships are also available at £100.
To enter a team, please contact the Past Members Union - Mr John Devaney (07793130417 or jackdevaney@yahoo.co.uk) - or Aidan on a.orourke@qub.ac.uk. times shall be allocated upon receipt of payment on a first come first served basis. The tee has been booked from 11.00am until 1.30pm.
Among the prizes will be the O’Hara Cup, named in honour of Paddy O’Hara.
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It's nearly the Summer again and it is time to GET FIT, LOOK GOOD AND FEEL GREAT!
Programme commences 13 May 2013
For more information please click here
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Queen's Sport are pleased to announce that the Spring 2013 Adult Courses will open for enrolment on Monday 8 April
All 8 Week Courses commence the week beginning 29 April 2013.
For more information on our Winter Programme please follow this link Adult Activity Programme
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The Queen's Sport Children's Spring Activity Programme will commence on the 8 April.
The Programme is packed with fun activities including Climbing, Basketball, Trampolining, 'Splash n Swim', Gymnastics and Takwondo.
Enrolment opens on Monday 18 March.
Spring 2013 Children's Activity Programme
The roads around the River Lagan in South Belfast were clear of snow and ice yesterday evening to allow the annual Queen’s 5k Road Race to take place. Over 400 runners braved the cold conditions to take part in what was to be a fast race over 2 ¾ laps of the river at Queen’s Sport. Stephen Scullion from St Mary’s AC stormed home in a time of 14:27 breaking the course record to win the race. In the early stages of the race local runner Eddie McGinley from Annadale Striders was pushing Scullion hard over the first two laps of the course, however in final lap Scullion kicked on and opened a gap that was too much for the impressive McGinley who finished in 2nd place in a time of 14:58. Andrew Agnew also from local club Annadale Striders was placed third in a time of 15:07. In the women’s field Claire Connor from North Belfast Harriers won in 18:17 with Junior Athletes Alex Kirk from Springwell Running Club taking 2nd place in 18:45 followed closely by Ciara Coffey who finished in a time of 18:45. The team competition was won on the men’s side by Annadale Striders and the women’s by Lagan Valley with Country Antrim Harriers putting in a good team performance taking 2nd place.
The Athletics Club and Queen’s Sport would like to thank all involved in planning and delivery of this year’s race with a special word of thanks to Pioneer Group for event management support and Powerade for their ongoing sponsorship of this popular event.
To view more photos from the event please click here
Due to unforeseen circumstances our children's Spring Splash 'n' Swim Programme will now open for enrolment on Wednesday 3 April 2013 and not Friday 29 March as previously advertised.
For further information please click here
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Congratulations to all those who took part in this year's Queen's Sport 5K sponsored by Powerade.
To find out race times and placings please follow this link 2013 Results
Please note prizes may be collected from Queen's Sport Reception. Personal identification will be required.
Get your new Queen's Sport Polo-Shirt and Sweat Towel today !!
Queen's Sport are pleased to announce the release of their new Oneills 1918 Polo-Shirt and Sweat Towels.
Both on sale at Queen's Sport Reception today.
Polo-Shirt £23.50
Sweat Towel £3.00
It's not too late to sign up for Queen's Sport 5K...
You can sign up online until midnight on Tuesday 26 March by clicking here
Or you can sign up on the day at Queen's Sport from 3.00pm until 6.30pm. Please note there is an additional charge for this service.
For more information on the race, entry fees and the course visit www.queenssport5k.com
Car park disruptions due to the race
There will be restricted use of the Queen's Sport car park and the Stranmillis Embankment Road on Wednesday 27 March.
Details of the disruption are as follows:
- Last entry into the car park will be 18.00hrs
- Last exit from the car park before the race starts will be 18.30hrs
- Stranmillis Embankment Road will close to all traffic at 18.45hrs and will re-open at 20.00hrs
- Car park will reopen to all traffic at 20.00hrs
The popular Powerade Queen’s 5k ‘Race Around the River’ will take place on Wednesday 27 March 2013 at 7pm.
This year’s race has been endorsed by Paralympic world record holder and Queen’s Honorary Graduate, Michael McKillop. Speaking about his participation in last years event Michael commented, “The Queen’s 5k Race allows you to challenge your personal best on a fast and exciting course on the River Lagan. Last year was a great year for me personally as it gave me the opportunity to compete against some of the best middle distance runners in the province as I prepared for London 2012”
The fast and unique course around the River Lagan covers two laps around the King’s Bridge and Ormeau Bridge, with the Physical Education Centre (PEC) acting as the race HQ for pre and post race requirements.
This year’s race will also bring some added student rivalry with Queen’s Athletics Club competing against the University of Ulster’s team from Jordanstown for a new Team Award for 2013.
James O’Hare, Captain of Queen’s Athletics Club said “We are hopeful that this year’s race will be the biggest yet with new awards and prizes in place for all competitors. We are also encouraging more students who live in the surrounding area of South Belfast to get involved and add to the excitement on the night”
Connor McCready from Powerade, said: “We are proud to continue our partnership with Queen’s Sport by supporting the Powerade Queen’s 5k Race and we are delighted with the ongoing success of this event. This is one of a number of sporting initiatives we are working on, in partnership with Queen’s Sport and the University Development Office and we are committed to developing the talent of the future, as well as the sports stars of today. We recognise the 5K as an important community sporting event and hope the number of participants continues to grow.
For more information on the race, entry fees and the course visit www.queenssport5k.com
Queen’s Rugby to Hold first Easter Talent Camp
This Easter Queen’s Rugby will be holding their first ever Easter Talent Camp at the University’s state of the art Upper Malone Facilities. The camp will be offering 14-16 year olds the opportunity to work with some excellent coaches in great facilities, and hone their skills against peers from other schools.
For further details and to download an application form please follow this link Easter Talent Camp or feel free to contact Queen’s University’s Rugby Development Officer Robert Ford- R.ford@qub.ac.uk
To register online please follow this lnk On-Line Registration Form
Queen's Sport 5k 2013 has now been launched.
For information on the race, entry prices and the race route please click here
To view photos from last year's 5K please click here
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Queen's Sport are glad to announce the first ever CUSAI Event to be held at the facilities was a huge success.
Considering the freezing temperatures we had an impressive turn-out with over 50 students completing the race. Refreshments were enjoyed in the PEC by all who participated after the event which took place on the 6th March 2013.
Three random finishers were delighted to receive a £100 cash prize each for taking part in the race. For more Mass Participation Events keep an eye on our Website and throughout the Centre.
Queen's Rugby Development Officer Robert Ford and Robbie Moore at the launch of the 2013 Ulster Bank Rugby and GAA Bursaries
Ulster Bank Managing Director, Branch Banking, N Ireland Stephen Cruise, joins (left to right) Queen's University and Down Inter County player Owen Costello, Queen's Sport representative Kevin Murray and Antrim’s Ryan Murray at the launch of the 2013 Ulster Bank Rugby and GAA Bursaries
The Ulster Bank announces Bursary Awards for GAA and Rugby Academies at Queen’s University Belfast in 2013.
This is the second year of Ulster Bank support for the academies, which will see the top Fresher and Senior players in both codes receiving financial support, helping them to realise their academic and sporting potential.
The winners will be announced at The Powerade Blues Awards for recognising sporting achievement at the University in June 2013.
On Saturday 23 February, Queen’s Parkrun celebrated their first anniversary at Queen’s Sport, Upper Malone. The event was attended by over 100 participants, with an awards ceremony afterwards in the clubhouse. Queen’s Parkrun is now an established weekly event offering recreational sport for all. The Parkrun concept has been a huge success since being brought to Northern Ireland by Matt Shields, who presented awards to our top volunteers, annual points winners and junior runner of the year.
Event Director, Conor McCallion said “Queen’s Parkrun has gone from strength to strength over the past 12 months. We have a developed a really strong running community at Queen’s, with a great mix. This event is about participation and fun, and we hope to continue to welcome new participants over the coming months”
Queen’s Parkrun is on every Saturday at Queen’s Sport Upper Malone. It is so easy to get started, simply register at: http://www.parkrun.org.uk/register
For further information please contact: Conor McCallion on: 02890 387965 or visit the Queen’s Parkrun website: www.parkrun.org
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CORRECTION
Essential maintenance which was scheduled for this weekend 2 and 3 March will now take place on the following dates:
Male Wet Showers (Pool) will now be closed on Sunday 10 March and reopened on Monday 11 March
Male Dry (Main Corridor) will now be closed provisionally on Sunday 24 March TBC
Male Fitness will be unaffected.
Queen's Sport apologises for the inconvenience this will cause.
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CUSAI Mass Participation Student Event
5k RUN/JOG/WALK through Botanic Gardens
Wednesday 6 March 2013 @ 1:30pm
Registration for the event is FREE and is open to Queen’s Students only!!
To be entered into the prize cash draw, students must complete the course
Free water and light refreshments will be available in PEC after the event with Cash prizes awarded at 2:30pm
For more details please follow the link below.
Help us to help you!!
This survey is aimed at finding out the extent to which you our customer engage with Social Media.
It will also help us establish how you want to communicate with Queen's Sport now, and in the future.
Simply follow the link below. Estimated completion time is only 3-5 minutes.
Plus if you complete the following questionnaire you could be 1 of 2 lucky winners each receiving 1 month FREE Queen's Sport membership!!
Queen's Sport Customer Communication Survey
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Queen's 5k Parkrun celebrates it's first anniversary on Saturday 23 February. Why not come to Queen's Parkrun and help us celebrate.
For further information about Parkrun, please click here
Queen’s University has launched a new Elite Athlete Programme (EAP) to provide ten lucky students, who are competing at the top levels of their sport, with a support package worth up to £8,000 per year.
For more details please click here Elite Athlete Programme
Online Applications for the EAP are now open via this link for current and prospective students of Queen’s University Belfast. The final date for applications is now extended to Friday 08 March 2013. Places on the scheme will be confirmed by the end of March 2013 subject to the conditional offers and returning students in September 2013.For further information please contact: Karl Oakes on k.oakes@qub.ac.uk 02890681126 or visit the Queen’s Sport Website: www.queenssport.com
Queen's Sport release details of Part 2 of the Coach Ed programme.
For futher details and a copy of the programme please click Coach Ed Part 2 2013
Please note that the 'GAA Level 1' course is now open for enrolment.
Details for the 'GAA Level 1' course has been confirmed!
Dates and times: 26, 27 and 28 March - 1000 - 1600
Venue: Malone Playing Fields
Prices: Students £20, Public £40, GAA Academy members do not need to pay.
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Queen's Sport head climbing coach, John Begley along with members of the Climbing Squad attended round 1 of the 2013 Youth Climbing Series, a series of fun climbing competitions specifically for young people with the emphasis on enjoyment.
The competition was strong with 50 competitors including a world champion but the group from Queen's had a fantastic day and managed to take a few podium positions. To read more about the event and the podium positions please click here
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2013 Campus Cup 6-a-side Football Tournament
Venue - Upper Malone 3G pitches
Registration at PEC
Enrolment closing date: Friday 15 February 2013
For further information and to download an enrolment form, please click here
Queen’s Sport are offering Queen's Staff Free Off-Peak Entry this week 21-27 January.
Staff can avail of our fitness areas, swimming pool, racquet sports as well as Off-Peak Classes.
Off-Peak times are Monday-Thursday 0630-1530 and all day Fri-Sun.
An extra Lunchtime Zumba class will be held on Wednesday 23 at 12:15
Book yourself into a class now by calling 028 9068 1126 all we need is a valid staff number.
We also offer favourable membership rates for staff, salary deduction payment options are also available.
Make the most of your morning, lunch & weekends at Queen’s Sport.
For all Staff Membership options please click here
Student 6 Month Packages are now available!!!
Peak and Off-Peak Packages starting from as little as £60
This offer is open for a limited period only so sign up today!!!
For more details on this special offer please click here
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GAA Discussion Night Wednesday 30 January 7pm Queen's Sport Upper Malone
Event will be hosted for broadcast by Setanta Sports
Contributors include:
Billy Walsh – Irish Olympic Boxing Coach
Mike McGurn – Internationally renowned Conditioning coach
Mickey Harte – All Ireland winning Tyrone Manager
James McCartan – Double All Ireland Winner & Down Manager
Tickets cost £10 and are available from Queen's Sport reception.
Swimathon 2013
It’s that time of the year again when Queen's Sport hosts the Marie Curie Cancer Care Swimathon. This three day event is very popular with students, members and the wider community.
This year’s sessions will take place on the following dates and times:
Session 1: Friday 26 April (7am – 10am)
Session 2: Saturday 27 April (12:30pm – 3:30pm)
Session 3: Sunday 28 April (10am – 1pm)
Enrol before the end of January at HALF PRICE!
For more information click here
A REMINDER THAT THE CHILDREN'S WINTER PROGRAMME IS NOW OPEN FOR ENROLMENT!
The Programme is packed with fun activities including Climbing, Basketball, Trampolining, Gymnastics, and new for 2013 Children's Taekwondo.
Please note that the new Taekwondo course is open to all children between 6-9 years old (no invite required)
Children's Activity Programme Winter 2013 Enrolment Form
For more details follow this link
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Queen's Sport are pleased to announce that the Winter Splash 'n' Swim Programme is now open for enrolment!
For further information please click here:
For an enrolment form please click here:
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The late Moira O'Neill's husband Gerry along with Queen's Sport staff Helen Bibby, Fiona McManus and Jacqueline McQuade present a cheque for £4,231.55 to Colleen Shaw from the Friends of the Cancer Centre.
The money was raised in memory of Moira during an 8 hour marathon spin at Queen's Sport.
Today Gerry wanted to thank everyone who helped make this event possible and everyone who came down on the day to take part or to support the cyclists. He is delighted at the amount of money raised and hopes that the total will continue to rise.
Queen's Sport would also like to thank everyone who supported this event.
If you would like to donate please follow the link below to our Just Giving page
http://www.justgiving.com/Moira-ONeill
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Struggling for ideas this Christmas?
Why not treat that someone special to a Queen’s Sport Christmas Gift Voucher?
Gift vouchers (up to any value) are now available and can be used to buy any Queen's Sport product!!
Santa's letter should help you with some ideas.
Gift Vouchers are available from
Queen's Sport reception today........
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Queen's Sport Christmas Coffee Morning
Queen's Sport are pleased to announce details of this year's Members' Christmas Coffee morning.
Kick - start your Christmas celebrations at Queen's Sport next Wednesday 12 December @ 10:30am, this is you're chance to meet the Queen's Sport staff and enjoy some early Christmas fare .... well a mince pie at least !!!
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On Friday 2 November Queen’s Sport hosted a charity spinathon in memory of the late Moira O’Neill. The event raised over £4,000 for the Friends of Cancer Centre. Moira’s family and friends cycled for 8 hours in a fitting tribute to the well known marathon runner and Queen's Sport member. Many more came down on the day to show their support and cheer the cyclists on.
Queen's Sport would like to thank everyone who supported this event.
If you would like to donate please follow the link below to our Just Giving page
http://www.justgiving.com/Moira-ONeill
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Queens Sport are pleased to announce the launch of the 2012 Winter Graduation Offer
New Queen's Graduates can claim a membership rate of £26 a month peak or £16 off peak
No admin fee either meaning a total annual saving of up to £68 !!!!
If you still have a Student Experience bursary use it on this fantastic offer !!!!!
For more details and terms and conditions please follow this link Winter Graduate Offer
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Get your day off to the best possible start with a Queen's Sport Off- Peak Membership
Benefits of Off-Peak Packages include:
- Cheaper rates - from £12.50 per month
- Student,Public, Staff and Graduate rates
- All-inclusive access
- More off-peak classes
- Quieter Facility
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Upcoming Coach Education Courses in November 2012
Sports Injuries First Aid Course - Friday 16 November
This course covers the practical skills needed by a First Aider in the modern workplace and on the field of play. The course will give the confidence and knowledge to deal with first aid emergencies.
Introductory Badminton Award - Saturday 17 November
This course is designed for those who are working with children in badminton as well as those who wish to start on the badminton coaching ladder who haven't a lot or any experience of hte game. No previous badminton knowledge is required.
Introduction to Tag Rugby Workshop - Monday 19 November
This is an introductory workshop for those interested in playing, coaching or refereeing Tag Rugby. This course will prepare students, teachers and coaches to introduce the game and develop the fundamental skills of Tag Rugby.
Bronze Medallion Award - begins Friday 23 November
Recognised as the flag ship award for life-saving. This intensive course assists with developing fitness, knowledge, skill and judgement.
Motivation and Mental Toughness (Sport NI Workshop) - Thursday 29 November
Find out more about your performers and learn positive ways to help them commit to training and perform better in competition. Learn how to set goals effectively and build confidence and concentration training into your everyday practice.
For more information and to download an application form please click Coach Ed Part 1
To book a course please bring a completed form and payment where required to Reception.
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The early bird catches the 7am Insanity X, Spin, 50/50 class plus much more.........
- access to 30+ classes per week
- access to swimming pools, degrees fitness, free weights, strength and conditioning, racquet sports and climbing wall
- access to student clubs which run during peak hours
- quieter facilities
- no contract tie-in
- membership freeze options
- all for an unbeatable £12.50 per month
Off Peak times: Access to all areas 6.30am-3.30pm Monday-Thursday and all day access Friday-Sunday
For more information why not call down to reception today
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With the Ryder Cup upon us what better time to launch the 'Foresight Sports GC2 Golf Simulator'
The simulator will provide a scientific analysis of your golf game using computer simulated golf courses such as Turnberry as the backdrop.
So whether you want to improve your swing, your club selection or simply have a fun round of golf all at affordable prices you can with the Foresight Sports GC2 Golf Simulator.
The Golf Simulator is part of the new Movement Innovation Lab developed by the School of Psychology at Queen's Sport for more details please follow this link Foresight Sports GC 2 Golf Simulator or visit our website Movement Innovation Lab.
To make a booking contact Queen's Sport Reception on 028 90 681126 or email sport@qub.ac.uk
Sam Lynch who was an Irish Rower and twice World Champion- whilst also studying medicine delivers a talk to the prospective Queen’s students at the Inspiration for Sport event
Sunday 7 October saw prospective Queen's students invited to a day of "Inspiration for Sport” at the newly developed Riddel Hall. Over 100 school leavers who are on course to achieve in sport and academia were chosen from across Ireland and GB. Pupils were delivered sessions on coaching, psychology, conditioning, academic planning and career advice from local stars representing many different sports. To read more about the event please click here
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Kevin McCrudden (Queen's Sport) presents Ronnie Murray with his free membership prize
Queen's Sport is pleased to announce Ronnie Murray as the winner of September's "Free Membership" draw.
Ronnie (pictured right) has been a student at Queen's and a member of Queen's Sport since 2008. Ronnie is currently studying for a Masters in Architecture.
Ronnie was delighted to receive his prize which entitles him to 'One Years All-Inclusive Membership' of Queen's Sport. His membership will be put to good use as he regularly uses our strength and conditioning suite, swimming, spin classes and is also a member of the Student Sub Aqua Club.
Why not join us on Facebook today for the chance to win more Queen's Sport prizes.
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Experience more at Queen's with your friends and try something new
Join a league in Soccer, Netball, Mixed Tag Rugby or Basketball
'Try Leagues' commence on the week beginning Monday 22nd of October
For more information and to download an application form click here Try Leagues Application Form
Or why not 'Try Sports' such as martial arts, rowing or basketball for more details click here 'Try Sport'
For rules of our 'Soccer League' please click here Try Soccer League
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Moira’s Marathon Spin will take place on Friday 02 November 2012 from 12 noon until 8pm. Everyone is welcome to take part and you can book your place at reception in Queen’s Sport. You can also contact reception on 028 9068 1126 or email sport@qub.ac.uk
You can book as many hours as you like and if you are up for the challenge book all 8!!
There is £10 registration to be paid when you book and sponsorship forms for the charity are available at reception. The full £10 registration will be going to the charity.
There is also a Just Giving page which you can share amongst your family and friends or if you are not able to attend on the day and would like to donate.
www.justgiving.com/Moira-ONeill
You can also support this great cause by donating £5 through JustTextGiving by texting SPIN88 £5 to 70070
Calling out all soccer players, have you got what it takes?
The 6 a-side Societies Cup commences on 17 October at Upper Malone
Registration extended until Wednesday 10th October (£30 per team)
Register your entry with reception at Queen's Sport today
No more than 32 Teams can enter so hurry down and register
For more information please click here Societies Cup 2012 Application Form
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Car Park Closures
Due to road re-surfacing Stranmillis embankment will be closed on the following dates:
Sunday 30 September
Sunday 21 October
As a result there will be no access to the Queen’s Sport main Car-Park on these dates.
Queen’s Sport apologises for any inconvenience this may cause.
Calling all Queen's Students
October Offer
Sign up for a Queen’s Sport Membership Package today and get a Free Queen’s Sport Goody Bag
This not to be missed Goody bag includes a Free Queen's Sport Pen, Wristband, Frisbee, Aqua-skin Bottle, and Ruc-Sac !!!
So come on over to Queen's Sport and join today, you know it makes sense........
Offer available while stocks last
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Queen's Sport welcomes back students
Festival of Sport 2012
Our traditional warm up for the new academic year is now well under way!!!
The Festival will as always allow students the chance to come down to Queen's Sport (PEC) and try out our fantastic facilities as well as take part in sports' competitions and "come and try it" activities.
September Membership Offer
Queen's Sport would also like to welcome back our students, especially Freshers with a special membership offer.
Take out a student membership today and get:
- Rest of September FREE
- No admin fee on all direct debits saving £15
- Entered into a prize draw to win 1 year's Free membership worth £222 + A Queen's Sport course of your choice worth £80 + A Queen's Sport Goodie Bag
For details of all our student membership packages please click here
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Queen's Sport are pleased to announce that all Autumn 2012 Adult Courses will open for enrolment on Monday 17 September
All 10 Week Courses commence the week beginning 1 October 2012
For more information on our Autumn Programme please follow this link Autumn Programme 2012
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The Queen's Sport Childrens Autumn Activity Programme will commence on the 10 of September.
The Programme is packed with fun activities including Climbing, Basketball, Trampolining, Zumba, 'Splash n Swim', Junior Athletics and Gymnastics.
GENERAL ENROLMENT IS NOW OPEN:
Children's Activity Programme Autumn 2012 Enrolment Form
Enrolment for 'Splash n Swim' commences 1st September.
For more details or to download an application form please click here
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The Sporting Academies and Ulster Bank Bursary awards continue to develop and support some of our top athletes in the province. The vision of both schemes is to focus on developing our top athletes so that they are in a position to achieve sporting success and development, during and after their time at Queen's University. The programme provides a number of benefits to help student players achieve at both sporting and academic levels.
The scheme has been developed to offer recipients a comprehensive package including:
Sports Science support
Free use of facilities
Free sports clothing
Financial assistance
Academy scholarships
Queen’s now has four established Academies (GAA, Rugby, Soccer and Rowing) with over 100 scholarships available every year within GAA, Rugby and Soccer.
These schemes allow athletes to enhance their performance by providing access to the high performance and lifestyle centre services as well as free access to the University’s fantastic sports facilities and excellent coaching.
The Academies also promote recreational and community-based initiatives providing opportunities for students to take part in sport on a playing or administrative capacity. Administrative scholarships are available through the scheme.
Ulster Bank Sports bursaries (for non-Academy Scholarship Sports)
The Ulster Bank Bursary Awards are in their 19th year. This is a scheme designed to support top-level athletes in achieving their sporting potential during their time at the university in non-Academy Scholarship Sports, i.e Rugby, GAA and Soccer. Queen’s Sport has also supported students competing at a high level in a range of competitions including Irish University Championships, British University Games and the World Student Games.
*Please note that Rowing athletes should apply to the Bursary scheme
Ulster Bank has also invested in rewarding an additional four Rugby and GAA Bursaries directed at the most outstanding Fresher and Senior players at the University
To apply for a Sports Bursary or Academy Scholarship click here
Closing date Monday 1 October 12noon
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Children's Climbing Taster Sessions
Queen's Sport will be hosting a series of Come and Try climbing classes for children aged 6-14.
The sessions will take place on Saturday 8 September and the times are 10am to 11am, 11am to 12pm or 12 pm to 1 pm, price is £5 per child.
For an enrolment form please click here:
For more details of all our Autumn 2012 Children's Activities please follow this link
Filming (which will be used for promotional purposes) will take place at the PEC next Wednesday 29 August between 12noon and 2pm.
Footage of all our Botanic facilities will be included. Normal activities will not be affected.
If you are in an area where filming is taking place and have any objections please advise a member of staff.
Queen's Sport apologises for any inconvenience this may cause.
Due to essential maintenance there will be no shower facility in the Male Dry Changing Rooms from Friday 10 August - Monday 3 September. Other changing and toilet facilities will still be available in this area.
The male fitness and swimming changing rooms will not be affected by the planned works.
Queen's Sport apologises for the inconvenience this will cause our customers.
Boxers in action at Queen's Sport
For the next 3 weeks Queen's Sport will be hosting a Pre-Olympics Boxing training camp. Australian, Canadian, Colombian, Cuban and Puertorican boxers will all prepare for this year's Olympics at Queen's Sport
Undoubtedly the biggest draw will be the Cuban team. Winners of 40 gold medals since 1972, they have high hopes of adding to that tally in London.
If you wish to see potential Olympic champions in action then why not come down to the PEC.
For training times please call 02890 681126
Queen's Sport are pleased to announce that a 3rd Rowing Camp week has been added to our Summer Schedule.
The Camp will commence Monday 6 August 2012.
For more information and to download an application form please click here:
Summer Pool Timetable
Summer timetables can now be picked up fom Reception or alternatively you can download copies by clicking on the links below:
Summer Pool Timetable Week Beginning Monday 2 July to Sunday 8 July
Summer Pool Timetable Week Beginning Monday 9 July to Sunday 15 July
Summer Pool Timetable Week Beginning Monday 16 July to Sunday 22 July
Summer Pool Timetable Week Beginning Monday 23 July to Sunday 12 August
Summer Pool Timetable Week Beginning Monday 13 August to Sunday 19 August
Michael Cole (Queen's Wado Ryu Karate 6th Dan), was one of the 400 people selected to carry the Olympic torch through Northern Ireland.
Michael was nominated to carry the torch by Wado Ryu club members, he carried the torch in Portrush on Sunday 3rd June.
Fiona Darrah (Wado Ryu Club) said "Michael was nominated because of his contribution to the student club, he gives his time and expertise for free,
he is an example to all martial artists in terms of his skill and attitude, he has helped raise funds for charities and he is an inspirational person.
Watch out for more Queen's Sport members carrying the torch this week!!!
Queens Sport is hosting examinations from Wednesday 16 May to Friday 25 May 2012.
This will mean disruptions to classes and activities as well as swimming pool access.
Queen's Sport apologises for any inconvenience this may cause.
For more information on pool opening times click here
For more information on class and activity changes click here
To read all about the action at the Portadown Regatta, the British Universities and Colleges Sports Rowing Championships 2012 in Nottingham and the Ghent International Regatta in Belgium please click here
The University Golf Classic takes place on Friday 11May at Rockmount Golf Course.
The Golf Classic will be a team event made up of four players per team. The entry fee per team is £200 that includes green fees and a meal. For more information click here.
Queens 5k Race is a Huge Success
Congratulations to all those who took part in this year's Queen's Sport 5K sponsored by Powerade
Joe McAllister and Julie Turley were the first male and female runners to cross the line.
For more information on the race and for all the results click here
On Wednesday 25 April, Olympic legend Sir Steve Redgrave visited Queen’s Sport to mark the launch of a new indoor rowing initiative being rolled out across Belfast. For more details click here
Introducing new family membership at £50 per month by direct debit or £600 per year
Offer includes Off-Peak Membership for two parents/guardians and their children (under 16 years)
Off-Peak Membership for parents is All Inclusive and Membership for their children allows access to Swimming and Racquet Sports
Off-Peak Hours
Monday – Thursday 06.30-15.30
Friday – Sunday All Day
For more information please contact the Membership Team on 028 90 387 684/5
Spring forward with a course at Queen’s Sport!
Pilates, yoga (various types), swimming, jive and swing, ballet and boxing are just some of the courses offered at Queen’s Sport. With our unrivalled choice of activities there is something for everyone.
Course enrolment commences week beginning 16 April 2012
Courses commence the week beginning 30 April 2012
For further information on the new Spring 2012 Activity Programme please click here
Congratulations to all those who took part in last night's Queen's Sport 5K sponsored by Powerade.
To find out race times and placings please follow this link Queen's Sport 5K Results
Please not prizes may be collected from Queen's Sport Reception from lunchtime today. Personal identification will be required.
The second installment of the eFlow Grand League rolls into Castlewellan this Saturday (28 April), with a record 406 crews set to do battle on the lake in the popular County Down forest park.
The Grand League series, set up in 2009, has proved a major success in boosting domestic rowing across Ireland, and a glance at the entry list for this weekend’s event points to its widespread appeal: all four provinces are well represented, with clubs as far afield as Skibereen, Cork, Galway and Dublin making the journey north for the regatta, hosted by Queen’s University and supported by new sponsors, eflow.
The most intriguing competition appears to be in the single sculls. In the women’s event, former world champion Sinead Jennings of St Michael’s rowing club in Limerick will be looking to reproduce her form of old, with the most likely challenger being new kid on the block Holly Nixon of Portora Royal School, silver medalist at last year’s world junior championships.
The men’s event will be no less competitive. Beijing Olympian Cathal Moynihan travels from Muckross Rowing Club in Kilkenny and will be joined by fellow Munster athlete Paul O’Donovan, who placed fourth at last year’s world junior championships. UCD stalwart David Neale will fly the flag for Dublin, whilst the Queen’s trio of Donald Evans, Rory O’Connor and Colin Williamson will be looking to show the speed they picked up on their recent trip to Italy and retain the title for the hosts.
Queen’s will be looking to build on their impressive start to the season, which saw them take a host of senior titles at the Irish University Championships and the first round of the Grand League, held on consecutive days over the Easter weekend at the National Rowing Centre in Cork.
Car Park Access control intoduced Monday 30 April
Following an upgrade of our car park entance and exit facilities, from Monday 30 April if you wish to use our car park you will collect a token on entry which must be validated at our Reception Pay – Point when leaving.
For further information regarding this new procedure and answers to FAQ's please follow this link Car Park FAQ's 2011
Details of payments are as follows:
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Up to 3 hours |
Free |
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3hrs – 5hrs |
£5 |
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Over 5 hrs |
£10 |
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Please note fees do not apply to anyone using the car park after 16:00 Monday - Friday or at weekends.
Queen’s Sport hopes these new measures will help improve the current car-parking situation and cause minimal disruption to your use of our facilities.
Women s Senior 4- crew. Claire Mc Ilwaine Emma Kerrigan, Alexandra Greene and club captain Hannah Lavery
Spaces are still available for the Spring Children's Activity Programme- Enrol now to avoid disappointment!!
For more details click here
Duncan Goodhew and Jodie kidd creating a splash for Swimathon
With the Swimathon Weekend 2012 just around the corner, Queen’s Sport, Physical Education Centre (PEC) is encouraging people in Belfast to take part or help out in any of the sessions over the Swimathon Weekend: Friday 27 April 7am – 10 am, Saturday 28 April 1pm – 4pm, or Sunday 29 April 10am – 1pm.The Swimming Pool at The PEC is one of 645 pools across the UK taking part in the Swimathon Weekend from 27-29 April 2012.Take on the swim of your life, and join thousands of other swimmers to raise vital funds for Marie Curie Cancer Care through Swimathon’s established 5k, 2.5k and Team 5k Distance Challenges and for Sport Relief through the new ‘Big Splash Mile’.
Why not enter the Swimathon Weekend 2012 and get fit for summer?The Swimathon Weekend is open to all ages and abilities.Whether you want to swim the ultimate Swimathon 5k for Marie Curie Cancer Care, or you want to swim a short distance as part of the Big Splash Team Mile for Sport Relief, the Swimathon Weekend has a challenge for you.Swimming is a great form of exercise, and is relaxing for the mind and body. Swimming also helps to build endurance, muscle strength and cardio-vascular fitness.There are plenty of experts on hand to offer encouragement and advice, regardless of the challenge: World 10k Champion Keri-Anne Payne has designed tips and a training plan for those taking on the 5k, Duncan Goodhew the 2.5k, and Jodie Kidd for the Milers.
For those who prefer to cheer on from the sidelines, they can still do their bit by sponsoring local people who are taking part in the Swimathon Weekend by going to ‘sponsor a swimmer’ on swimathon.org.Alternatively, they can volunteer to be a lap counter at Queen’s Sport, PEC (email info@swimathon.org).
Kevin Murray, Sport Development Officer at Queen’scomments: “The Swimathon Weekend 2012 is the perfect event to train for, and participate in, with your house friends and family.You can set yourself a challenge to work towards, as well as raising money for charity.”
Olympic Gold Medallist and Swimathon President, Duncan Goodhew, said: “The Swimathon Weekend is a great way of raising money for charity.So shake off those winter blues, get down to your local leisure centre and start training for the swim of your life.”
The money raised by taking on the Swimathon Distance Challenges for Marie Curie Cancer Care will help support Marie Curie Nurses who provide free nursing care to people with terminal cancer and other illnesses, in the place of their choice.
Money raised by the public for the Big Splash Mile for Sport Relief will be spent by Comic Relief to help people living incredibly tough lives; both here, at home in the UK, and across the world's poorest countries.
In a momentous year of sport, make 2012 the year you take on a challenge, by entering the world’s biggest fundraising swim at swimathon.org.
In order to improve access to and from the main car park the following work will take place during April:
- Removal of existing barriers 3 & 4
- Extend entrance area into car park 12 &13
- Install ramps at entrance and exit lanes 12 &13
- New barrier installation 12-17
- Testing period of new arrangement 16-20
- New arrangements go live 23
As of 23 April Queen's Sport parking Terms and Conditions introduced in November 2011 will once again apply.
Queen’s Sport apologises for any inconvenience this may cause.
Access and egress will be maintained for all users during this time.
The following Coach Ed courses have been rescheduled to the following dates and times:
GAA Level 1
Thursday 12th & Friday 13th April 10am – 4pm
Venue: Upper Malone
GAA Referee course
Monday 23rd and Monday 30th April 6-9pm
Venue: Upper Malone
GAA Hurling Foundation
Wednesday 2nd May – 2-9pm
Venue: Upper Malone
Please contact reception at the Physical Education Centre on 028 9068 1126 or sport@qub.ac.uk to book a place.
Queen's Sport Believe in Exceptional
Liz McLaughlin Head of Queen's Sport with David Humphreys Michael O'Neill and James McCartan
New outdoor facilities at Upper Malone playing fields were officially opened on Thursday March 29. The development will make Queen’s one of the premier sporting universities in Ireland.
The opening ceremony was attended by major figures from the world of sport, including the Northern Ireland football manager, Michael O’Neill, the Down GAA manager James McCartan, and the former Ulster and Ireland rugby cap David Humphreys.
The centrepiece of the development is the unique Arena Pitch. It can host football, rugby and GAA and is the only pitch in the UK and Ireland with the capability to accommodate all three sports on one single site.
For more details about Queen's Sport Upper Malone click here
The lunchtime legends swim team had the challenge of swimming the equivalent distance of the English Channel (21 miles – 1344 lengths) in the PEC pool. This charity swim was in aid of raising money for an MRI Scanner for the regional Children’s Hospital in Belfast. http://www.mriscannerappeal.org/
We made landfall in France in 9 hours 30 minutes, as everybody really gunned it when they were swimming their leg of the relay. We continued to swim until 1930, and clocked up a total of 28 miles in the 12.5 hour slot. Some swimmers accompanied the swimmer doing their leg and a total of 36 miles was swam on the day. It was a great effort by everyone.
The fundraising total today (20th March) stands at £3250 with a target of £4000. With a few more donations and offline donations to come in, we will hopefully reach the target. If you would like to donate then here is the website: http://www.justgiving.com/MRIChannelSwim
The guys at the http://www.mriscannerappeal.org/ are very keen to be involved in other fundraising/charity events, and i know that one of the swimmers intends to run the Belfast marathon under their banner! Please feel encouraged to contact them directly, or anyone you know.
26 of Queen's University young sporting stars representing 12 different sports have been awarded sports bursaries from the University.
The Bursary programme, which is sponsored by the Ulster Bank, aims to provide cutting edge support services for achieving sportsmen and women students. It complements ongoing support for high performers through the already established GAA, Rugby, Rowing and Soccer Academies. More than 100 Queen's students already benefit from these programmes.
The Bursary Awards are available to current students who have achieved a high standard in their particular sport. The scheme offers recipients a comprehensive package, including sports science support, specialist sports medical care, free use of facilities, free gear and financial assistance for the costs of training at such a high level. The awards are designed to give top sporting individuals the best opportunity to develop their talent during their time at the University.
For full details of this year's successful athletes please follow this link 2011 - 2012 Bursary Athletes
Queen's Parkrun gets off to a flying start!
The run included some local runners from various clubs around the south Belfast area as well as many recreational runners and families. It is anticipated participation rates will increase due to the popularity of the event and are expected to be in excess of 100 runners by the end of March.
Each week runners will be able to take part in a timed 5k run which can be just for fun or as part of a training plan. 'Parkrun' offers an opportunity for all the local community, male or female, young or old, to come together on a regular basis to enjoy the park at Upper Malone and get fit. People can jog or run together irrespective of their ability.
The event will take place Saturday morning at the Upper Malone facility at 9.30am. Parkrun is a free timed run but can only happen with the support of volunteers from the local Parkrun community.
Taking part is easy – just register in advance by 6.00pm on the Friday before your first ever Parkrun. After each run, there will be the opportunity to socialise with fellow runners at the new clubhouse at Upper Malone.
So why not dust off your running shoes and get up to Malone.
For more details and to register for this Saturday please visit:http://www.parkrun.org.uk/queens/home
THE ORGINAL IRISH MUD RACE and STILL THE BEST!!
Sunday 15 April at Foymore Lodge, Portadown
Enter at: www.jaffacakesmudmadness.co.uk
- Individuals
- Teams of 3
- New Obstacles
- New Challenges
- Chip Timing
- Limited Entry
- Enter online NOW!
TrySport- Get your feet moving at Queen's Belfast
The Try Sport programme at Queen's offers opportunities for Students of all abilities to 'Give Sport a Go'. We provide a range of taster sessions throughout the year that are FREE of charge to students.
Did you play a particular sport at school and would like to give it a go again?
Would you like to try something NEW in 2012?
Would you like to meet new people at Queen's?
Next Try Sport Week will take place from Monday 6 February- Friday 10 February 2012
Drop into any of our taster sessions during the Try Sport week
Try Ladies Soccer
Try Basketball
Try Swimming
Try Lacrosse
Try Table Tennis
For more information on any of the Try activities please click here
Queen's Sport staff at today's Refresher's Fair
An Offer not to be missed
Calling all Queen's Students let us help ease you back into the new term with one of our unmissable offers.
With our specially tailored 6 month all - inclusive membership you can use the excellent facilities at the PEC from now until the end of the summer term. With Off- Peak membership for only £60 this is an offer which won't be matched.
Queen's Sport are also offering, for this week only all courses at an unbeatable £30 saving up to £42!!! For more details click here
Also if you fancied trying a new sport but have not got round to it yet, why not come down to the PEC next week Mon 6 February - Friday 10 February and Try Sport for free. The following clubs are hosting taster session foe all students:
Ladies Soccer, Basketball, Swimming, Lacrosse and Table Tennis
Finally this week we launched the second part of our Coach education programme. This is an excellent chance for aspiring and existing coaches to acquire new skills and qualifications. Special Coach ed. offers for Queen's Students, to find out more follow this link
To find out more about these fantastic offers why not get down to the Refreshers Fair today in the Student's Union and speak to Queen's Sport staff or call over to the PEC!!!!!?
For one week only, all Queen's Students can sign up for a course for only £30!!!
This year's will begin on the week commencing 30 January 2012 with enrolment for courses now open
Pilates, yoga (various types), swimming, tango, jive and swing, ballet and salsa are just some of the courses offered at Queen’s Sport. With the best choice of activities available we have something for everyone!
For Full details of what's on offer this winter and for further information follow this link More Information Winter 2012
For costs and to download an Application Form follow this link
Meet New Friends! Learn New Skills! Have Lots Of Fun!!!
First Kicks Soccer Academy, every Tuesday from 4.30-5.30
Starts Tuesday 31 January, 2012
Queen's PEC (Minor Hall)
Girls aged 6-11 years
Only £3.00 per session
For further information contact IFA Primary School Coach Lauren Moore on: lmoore@irishfa.com or 07543633611
Wildcats and Wildcubs at Queen's Sport
Starting on Saturday 28 January (9.30-10.30am) is the re-launch of the Queen's Wildcubs Programme. the programme has been brought back due to its original success. The Queen's Wildcubs programme is for 5-7 year olds. Wildcats/Wildcubs Programmes aims to develop the core motor skills (such as: Balance, Agility, Co-ordination, Running, Jumping, Throwing & Catching) through fundamental games and activities. The programme at Queen's PEC will run for 10 weeks. Summary of details below:
Dates: 28 January-31 March (10 Weeks)
Day: Saturdays
Times: 9.30am-10.30am
Age Group: 5-7 years old
Cost: £35 for 10 week programme or £4 per weekly session
To download an enrolment form, please click on the link: Wildcubs Enrolment Form 2012
3 month all-inclusive membership plus a 9 week winter course from £135!!
This offer is available to any non-Queen's Sport member who signs up for a winter 2012 course
For more information on our new winter courses, please click here
Please ask for more details at reception:
T: 02890 681126 E: sport@qub.ac.uk
Pilates, yoga (various types), swimming, tango, jive and swing, ballet and salsa are just some of the courses offered at Queen’s Sport
Enrolment commences on 16/01/2012
Courses begin the week beginning 30/01/2012
Queen's Sport will be hosting student exams from Monday 9 January - Friday 13 January 2012. As a result there will be some disruptions to the Queen's Sport programme.
For full details please follow this link.
Queen's Sport apologises for any inconvenience this may cause.
Queen's Sport has the best Children's Programme around!
The new Winter Programme is packed with fun activities such as Climbing, Trampolining, Basketball, Dance as well as the exceptional 'Splash n Swim' Programme.
For further information, enrolment forms and a programme leaflet please click here
Queen's Sport will be closed or have restricted opening hours on the following dates over the festive season:
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Friday 23 December |
06.30hrs – 18.00hrs |
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Christmas Eve |
Closed |
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Christmas Day |
Closed |
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Boxing Day |
Closed |
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Tuesday 27 December |
06.30hrs – 22.00hrs |
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Wednesday 28 December |
06.30hrs – 22.00hrs |
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Thursday 29 December |
06.30hrs – 22.00hrs |
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Friday 30 December |
06.30hrs – 22.00hrs |
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New Years Eve |
09.00hrs – 18.00hrs |
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New Years Day |
Closed |
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Monday 2 January |
06.30hrs – 22.00hrs |
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Tuesday 3 January |
06.30hrs – 22.00hrs |
Almost 200 students took part in the annual Inter Sports Night at the PEC and Upper Malone on Monday 5 December that was organised by Queen’s Sport and the Students’ Union. The evening of activities included a range of competitions between clubs with some friendly competition between related Sports.. The highlight at the PEC was the basketball clubs impressive performance against the Netball club in Netball and the Dodgeball competition that added to the carnival atmosphere. At Upper Malone the major Team Sports at Queen’s (Rugby, GAA, Soccer and Hockey) got a chance to show off their talents in a hybrid competition were rules and muscles were flexed on the night with some stiff competition between the ladies sports with the lacrosse club performing well against the Hurling and Hockey Clubs.
The competition and craic continued late on into the night with a Quiz at the NEW clubhouse followed by food and some drinks and presentation to the most valuable players (MVP) in each sport.
Queen’s Sport would like to thanks all the Clubs for supporting the event and hope to organise more events like this in the future.
Struggling for ideas this Christmas?
Why not try Queen’s Sport’s gift packages?
We are offering All-Inclusive Gift memberships for 1 month, 3 month and 6 months!
Gift vouchers are now available and can be used for:
Learning something new through our courses such as Yoga/Dance
For much needed motivation in the new year, try Personal Training
To look the part and keep warm this winter, why not get some Queen’s Sport clothing.
The successful Hurlers
Queens hurlers made a little bit of history on Thursday 1 December 2011 when they won the Division 2 All-Ireland league title by defeating local rivals St Mary’s 0-15 to 0-7 in Casement Park under lights. It was back in 1982 that they last won this title and Queens had not contested an All-Ireland competition cup game since they lost a Fitzgibbon final narrowly to UCC some twenty four years ago. There is a link between that side and the present winners in 72 year old Queens selector Dick Looby, who was manager back in 1987.
Queens had to win the league the hard way after finishing second in their group to St Mary’s who defeated them 4 weeks earlier at the Dub 2-16 to 1-9. St Mary’s qualified automatically for a semi-final while Queens had to negotiate a tricky quarter-final away to Sligo IT. This they did successfully winning 1-17 to 1-13. St Mary’s had a facile win over Mary Immaculate training college while Queens took on Munster king pins, IT Tralee. In a tough game the Malone Road outfit emerged worthy winners 2-16 to 2-6 to set up the all Ulster final.
A crowd of over 300 spectators greeted the two teams as they took to the field in Casement. St Mary’s entered the game as strong favourites having been undefeated in the league campaign and with a 10 point victory secured over Queens just over a month ago. However it was Queens who settled first opening the scoring after 7 minutes with a well taken free from 50 metres by O’ Donavon Rossa player Michael Turley. St Mary’s replied converting a free through Cushendall and Antrim star Shane McNaughton. Michael Turley added two further frees before McNaughton converted two of his own for St Marys. Turley again this time from a 65 put Queens a point up only to see McNaughton match him in the free stakes to leave the scores 4 points a piece after 25 minutes.
At this stage Queens full forward and Antrim player Conor Carson recorded the first point from play 21 metres in front of goal after losing his marker. Moments later and Queens conceded a soft free 30 metres from goal which McNaughton dispatched over the bar to leave the sides level pegging 5 points a piece. Queens then took control of midfield where Bobby Joe McKinley and Sparky McGuigan were able to deliver better ball into their forwards. Conor Carson again came off the full-back to win possession which he sweetly lofted over the bar. Not to be outdone Michael Turley wriggled free of the right corner back and struck his first point from play to give Queens a two point lead at half time, 0-7 to 0-5.
After half time Queens ceased control of the game with their defence totally dominant and conceding fewer frees. Led by Down star Conor Woods at centre-halfback and flanked by Loughiel’s Tony McCloskey and Armagh’s Conor Coulter Queens dominated possession either breaking ball to their midfielders or delivering cross field balls into the corners. With Shane McNaughton now well shackled by Ballycran’s Paraic Flynn, St Mary’s were left to live of scraps. Meanwhile Queens went further ahead with scores from Antrim’s Michael Armstrong and Darrach Hobbs from Clare. With McKinley now sweeping effectively in midfield Sparky McGuigan was able to break forward with more frequency adding 3 points from play. McNaughton pulled a point back with another free but Queens went further in front with points from Conor Carson and Michael Turley.
On the 3 quarter mark McNaughton scored the last of the St Mary’s points with his usual accuracy from a free. Sean Burke at centre three quarters won the resultant puck out and promptly struck it over the bar. With minutes to go St Mary’s were forced to try to score goals but full backs Mark Scally, Aidrian Downey and Flynn easily coped with the high ball while the half backs dropped deep to provide extra cover against St Mary’s runners. More than once St Mary’s turned over possession by over carrying. There were joyous scenes on the final whistle with Queens victorious 0-15 to 0-7.
Queens Captain Conor Coulter was presented with the cup by the Chair of the Higher Education Committee Jack Devanney, himself a Queens graduate. Coulter thanked the management team and selectors and paid a special tribute to the defeated St Mary’s team. “You did us a really big favour by giving us an absolute trimming 4 weeks ago at the Dub. It drove us on and made us work harder and pull together as a panel and as a team. You set the bar very high by topping the group and by getting to the final undefeated so we knew we would have to produce a special performance if we were to win tonight.”
Queens: Paddy Heaney; Mark Scally; Aidrian Downey; Paraic Flynn; Conor Coulter (Captain); Conor Woods; Tony McCloskey; Ciaran McKinley; Sean McGuigan (0-3); Charles Gilmore; Sean Burke (0-1); Michael Armstrong (0-1); Darrach Hobbs (0-1); Conor Carson 0-3; Michael Turley (0-6); Subs: Peter McKeague for Hobbs; Donal Hughes for Gilmore and Ciaran Reid for Turley
Queen's Sport Fitness Seminars
Would you like to learn more about health and fitness? Book in to one of our Fitness Seminars today!
The first seminar on Kettlebells will take place at the PEC on Tuesday 29 November between 4.00pm-6.00pm
For further information on all out upcoming seminars, please follow this link Fitness Seminar PDF
Limited spaces available. Book now to avoid disappointment
Queen's University Belfast VS University of Ulster- Tickets now available
Thursday December 15 at 7pm in the Queen's PEC
Tickets £15 (available from the Queen's PEC and UUJ Sports Centre)
MC on the night is Conor Philips of Cool FM.
Exciting New Winter Graduate Offer- Available until 31 January 2012
OFF PEAK 'NEW' GRADUATE MEMBERSHIP SPECIAL NOW AVAILABLE!!?
The Winter Graduation ceremonies are nearly upon us. As you leave the University, please do not forget that Queen’s Sport is STILL FOR YOU! With the rigours of modern life, making time for Health and Fitness is more important than ever. As a New Graduate Member you will have unlimited access to all our facilities for £26.00 per month direct debit or £312.00 annual payment.
For the first time, we are now offering a 'New' Graduate Off-Peak special offer, for only £16.00 per month or £192.00 annual ?
Admin fee (normally £20.00) will be waived for all new Direct Debit memberships.
This offer is only available until 31 January 2012!
(Note; only a limited number of places are available and these will be released on a first come basis).
Terms and Conditions apply:
-Offer is only open to Queen's University Students graduating in December, 2011
-Offer available up until 31 January, 2012
-Monthly Direct Debit deductions available?
-Proof of graduation will be required
* Promotional rate will run for 12 months (members will automatically be transferred to standard Graduate rate thereafter)
Time to mix it up!
Fun and Craic Guaranteed!!!
Monday 5 December
Time: 6.00pm-late!!
Venue: PEC & Malone Playing Fields
Food & Sports Quiz @ the new club house at Malone (£350 prize fund available)
DJ Davey G providing the beats & Drinks Promotions available!
The following group of sports will pitch their talents against each other:
PEC:
Netball, Volleyball (M&F), Basketball (M&F),
Swimming, Waterpolo & Lifesaving, Sub Aqua and Dodgeball
Malone Playing Fields:
Ladies- Soccer, Gaelic Football & Rugby
Men's- Soccer, Gaelic Football & Rugby
Ladies Hockey & Camogie
Men's Hockey & Hurling
Transport available to and from Malone Playing Fields for all participants: Buses leave PEC from 8.30pm
Queen’s University hosted their first ever ‘Inspiration in Sport’ event for Rugby on Monday 31st October 2011. This event was essentially a high performance Master Class, with 40 of the top male and female School Rugby players in Ulster attending a series of workshops on enhancing performance.
To read more about the event please click here
6-A-Side Soccer League
Queen's Sport will be hosting a 6-A-Side Soccer tourament kicking off on 30 August 2011. For further details please click here
Discover what really makes you move!!!
Queen’s Sport prides itself on helping members achieve their health and fitness goals in a way that suits their personal aspirations. If you would like to find out more about what makes you move follow this link Aspiration Finder
Martin Quigg winner of Individual Sports Achievement of the Year, with David Humphreys, ex Ireland & Ulster Rugby Player and Man City and Ireland International Shay Given
Life-changing opportunities for Queen’s students through Sport
Queen’s announced the winners of its Special Achievement Sports Awards at the 2011 University’s annual Blues Dinner on a night that highlighted the impact involvement in Sport can have on students.
Held in association with Powerade, awards went to U21 World Pool Champion, Martin Quigg, former Irish International Rugby Player and Queen’s Coach, Brian Robinson, Men’s Senior 8 Rowing Crew and World University Rowing Bronze medalists and Laura Loughlin from the Queen’s Athletics Club.
The University also acknowledged the performances of its Ladies Hockey and Rowing squads, Camogie Club who retain the Purcell Cup and Squash who won the 2011 Irish University Championships.
Martin Quigg, picked up the coveted Sports Achievement (Individual) Award for his performances with the Snooker, Billiards and Pool Club throughout the year. A Northern Ireland international, Martin was part of that team who won the U21 World Pool Championships and also claimed the 2011 All Ireland Pool Championships.
Coach of the Year went to Brian Robinson who famously scored 4 tries for Ireland at the 1991 Rugby World Cup and has recently guided Queen’s Rugby into All Ireland League Division 2 and lifted the Ulster Senior Cup and was the first team to win the inaugural Ulster Club Rugby 7’s in 2011.
Winner of the Team Sports Achievement Award went to the Men’s Senior 8 Rowing crew who had an outstanding 2010 with 7 out of the crew representing Ireland at the 2010 World University Rowing Championships in Hungary claiming a bronze medal and also winning the 2010 British and Irish University Championships.
The Special Contribution to Sport award went to Athletics’ Laura Loughlin. Laura has been involved in Queen’s Athletics for the last five years. Her contribution to the development of the sport at the University includes acting as Race Director of Queen’s 5K race, initiating and organising the Botanic Miles Series and helping to secure the 2011 Irish University Outdoor Athletics Championships at Queen’s.
BBC Northern Ireland’s Stephen Watson hosted the evening in the University’s Whitla Hall. A graduate of Queen’s, Stephen invited over 30 students, who have represented Queen’s in numerous different sports over the last 12 months, to receive their full Blues from Queen’s Registrar and Chief Operating Officer, James O’Kane.
Speaking at the awards, Mr O’Kane said: “The Blues Dinner highlights the significance Queen’s places on creating a dynamic and inclusive sporting culture. This is a crucial part of the life-changing experience that we offer our students, and it is the reason why the ethos of the Queen’s Sport strategy is ‘Sport for All’.
Shane Vaughan of Coca-Cola HBC Ireland Ltd said: “Powerade is proud to be associated with Queen’s Blues Awards, which recognises the outstanding achievements of our local students and sporting champions. Powerade’s aim is to encourage participation in sport and to help athletes’ improve their performance. Thanks to our partnership with Queen’s we can work together to ensure the University’s athletes continue to get the most out of sport.”
Motivational Speaker and former Queen’s psychology graduate, Enda McNulty delivered a speech on how to perform at the highest level within sport and business and current Irish International Soccer Player Shay Given and Queen’s sporting great David Humphrey’s dropped by to celebrate yet a another great year for sporting success for Queen’s students.
The British Transplant Games are coming to Northern Ireland
These will be the 34th Games and are being held in Northern Ireland on 4th - 7th August 2011. The Games are organised by Transplant Sport UK (TSUK), with the aims of demonstrating to the public the benefits of organ transplantation, encourage transplantees to live life to the full with exercise and social interaction, and to promote awareness of the desperate need for more organ donors.
Volunteer Now has been asked to coordinate the volunteers for the event, including selection, and we will be your main link before and during the Games. We are keen that as a volunteer you have a great experience at the Games and are recognised for the valuable contribution you make. Due to the high level of interest shown in volunteering at the Games we may have to recruit volunteers via a selection process.
The benefits include:
- Being a valued part of a national sporting event
- A T-shirt to wear at the event and keep afterwards
- The opportunity to, when not volunteering, be a spectator at the Games
- Receiving a volunteer certificate
- Free entry to the Donor Run (if you are not on the volunteering rota for that time)
- The opportunity to include any completed volunteer hours towards volunteer programmes such as Event Management for Volunteers, Millennium Volunteers, GoldMark, Duke of Edinburgh etc.
All selected volunteers will be required to:
- Attend an orientation training event prior to the event (approximately 2 hours)
- Undertake an Access NI check at Enhanced Disclosure Level
- Be 16 years old by 01 June 2011
The Games will have a variety of sites across Northern Ireland:
Thursday 04 August: Belfast City Hall
Friday 05 August: Queens Physical Education Centre (PEC)
Saturday 06 August: Lisburn Leisureplex / Lisburn Racquets Club
Sunday 07 August: Mary Peters Track
The main event will be taking place between Thursday 4th August and Sunday 7th August. However we will need volunteers to help before and after the Games therefore please indicate on your application form if you are available on the allocated days.
Thanks again for your interest, if you can get involved and wish to apply to volunteer at the Games, the closing date for applications is Wednesday 01 June 2011. The application form and all the relevant role descriptions are attached and can also be found at: http://www.volunteernow.co.uk/volunteering/volunteering-and-2012-sports/latest-news/volunteer-at-the-british-transplant-games
Queen's Sport are pleased to be co-hosting this year's British Transplant Games.
Through organising sports and social events for transplant recipients the organisers Transplant Sport UK (TSUK) show the benefits of organ donation and prove that you can lead a normal and active life again after transplantation.
Multi-sports activities are taking place at the PEC and at Malone today Friday 5 August
For further details please click here
Car Park Closure due to Queen's 5K race.
Due to the Queen's 5K round the river race there will be restricted use of the Queen's Sport main car park and the Stranmillis embankment on Wednesday 30 March 2011.
Details of the disruptions are as follows:
- Last entry into the car park will be 18:00
- Last exit from the car park prior to the race will be 18:30
- Stranmillis Embankment road will close to all traffic at 18:45 and reopen 20:00
- Car park will reopen to all traffic 20:00
Queen's Sport apologises for the inconvenience this may cause.
Queen's Sport release details of the new Children's Activity Programme Spring 2011
For further information on the Children's Activity and 'Splash n Swim' programmes please click here.
Interested in Climbing?
Why not come along to one of our taster sessions and have a go! Instructors will introduce your child to the basic skills and techniques for climbing.
All children from age 6+ are welcome to attend. Both sessions are free of charge and places are allocated on a first come first served basis.
Please contact reception on 02890681126 to book a place and avoid disappointment!
THE PERFECT STOCKING FILLER - THE GIFT OF FITNESS FROM QUEENS SPORT
Do you have a hard to buy for list or are you looking for the perfect stocking filler this Christmas? A range of Gift Vouchers are now available that could kick-start the new year in style. So give the Gift of Fitness and help someone achieve their health, fitness or sporting goals.
Health & Fitness MOT: £40
Designed for any gym user or aspiring exerciser who wants to achieve better results. The package is tailored to the recipients needs and includes a health & fitness assessment including a coronary risk profile and fitness test as well as a clear action plan for change that includes a personalised training plan. The plan gives clear objective advice on issues such as weight loss and improving fitness.
Sports Test & Programme: £80
Designed for anyone that wants to get a bit fitter, faster, longer or stronger. Whether the recipient is involved in running, swimming, cycling, do all three at once, row or are involved in any another sport, this package will help them gain fitness specific to their sport and provide a clear training plan to improve. This is a higher level fitness assessment that pinpoints training zones that will enable the recipient to train smarter and enhance their fitness - possibly beyond their expectations.
Also available:
All Inclusive Gift Memberships of Queen's Sport: One Month £30 or Two Months £50
New Queens GAA Jersey: £40 Please click here to see Jersey
Or if you are still not sure which Gift of Fitness to choose there is always a "one size fits all" GiftVoucher, available in values of £20, £30 or £50. Vouchers are redeemable towards membership packages, courses, sports clothing or any Queen's Sport services.
(Terms and Conditions Apply)
Queen's University triumphed on the River Lagan after winning all four races in the annual university boat race supported by Ramada Plaza, Belfast and Department for Social Development.
Both men's and women's crews took to the River Lagan on Saturday 11 June in the eighth year of the race, going up against Trinity College Dublin, and for the first time, University College, Cork
Modelled on the classic Oxford and Cambridge races, the teams rowed a 2.2km route along the Lagan before racing to the finish line at Queen's University Boat Club, which has been in existence since 1931.
Once the weather had decided to remain sunny, the 450 strong crowd at the Queen’s University Boat House enjoyed a great day of racing. A first win by Queen's University helped kick off a jubilant atmosphere as onlookers enjoyed live jazz and a sizzling barbecue.
The novice men dispatched Trinity's novices with a clinical display of power and ability making short work of the Dublin side.
In the senior women's race UCC were outclassed as the hosts eased home by approximately 200 metres after dominating from start to finish.
"We were delighted to have held them off and now we can look forward to the Ladies Henley Regatta at the weekend," said Queen's captain Zoe Patterson.
The blue ribbon race of the day was the men's senior race with Queen's crossing the line with well over 100 metres to spare.Queen's captain Charles Cunningham diplomatically paid tribute to his crew's vanquished opponents after the race when he turned his thoughts to more daunting assignments that lie ahead.
"I'd like to thank UCC for giving us a good race and the result should set us up nicely for the rest of the season, we will be racing at Marlow next weekend in preparation for the Henley Regatta and that's our major focus now. We were the Irish team that got farthest last year when we had one crew in the quarter-finals and one in the semi so we want to do even better than that this time around."
The new Coach ED Programme (Part 1) is now open for enrolment
For more information and to download an application form please click here
To book a course please bring a completed form and payment if required to Reception.
Please note the following changes
· Sports Club Officer’s Training Day will now be 1300-1700 on 12/10/11
· Bronze Medallion Award begins on 02/12/11
Children from Queen’s Summer Scheme helped celebrate ‘1 year to go’ to the Olympics in London with a Athletics themed event during the final week of this year’s scheme at the Physical Education Centre.
Over 160 children took part during the Athletics themed week with running, jumping and throwing events taking place for all age groups.
Kevin Murray – Sports Development Officer at Queen’s Sport commented on this year’s scheme. “ Each year we set about making the scheme ‘the best around’ offering a unique programme of activities with quality coaching and standard of care to every child the number one priority. This year we were successful on many fronts. We had a great team of staff in place who delivered a superb programme and many parents commented on the quality of programme and standard of supervision. As a result many weeks of the scheme were full to capacity which is a testament to the quality of the programme we offer.
If you have any comments to make on this year’s scheme please email Kevin Murray (Sport Development Officer) at k.murray@qub.ac.uk or telephone 028 90387675.
Easter Opening is as follows:
| Day | |
| Good Friday | Open Normal Hours |
| Easter Saturday | Open Normal Hours |
| Easter Sunday | Closed |
| Easter Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Open Normal Hours |
Due to major repair works Queen's Sport has had to close the Female Fitness Changing area. Alternative changing may be located on the main corridor.
Whilst we have no definite opening time we hope to have this facility operational as soon as possible.
Queen's Sport would like apologise for the inconvenience this closure has caused.
Please note the female pool changing will be closed from 9.30am to 10.30am & 2.00pm - 4.00pm on Friday 19 August due to the installation of power supply for hand driers.
Queen's Sport would like to apologise for any inconvenience this closure will cause.
Calling all Fresher's!!!
The 2011 Festival of Sport is a must for all new students. Our programme is packed full of fun, come and try it sports, classes and dance. There will be competitions as well as spot prizes to be won.
So why not join us during Welcome Week or get yourself down to the PEC and see Ireland's premier University Sports provider. Whether you are competing in one of our 50 sports clubs or just taking part in a fun activity Queen's Sport has it all.
There is no better way to meet new friends!!!
Plus if you sign up for one of our Student Memberships today we will give you:
- the rest of September free of charge
- waive your admin fee (saving £15)
- a Sport's Bag worth £12
For details of all our Queen's Sport membership packages follow this link membership packages
For more details of what's happening during the Festival of Sport follow this link Fresher's Festival Of Sport Programme 2011
To download an enrolment form for either the 5aside or Dodgeball tournaments on Wednesday 21 September follow this link Festival of Sport Enrolment Form
To get regular updates of all Queen's Sport news find us on facebook 
Queen’s Rugby 1st XV were the first team to play on the NEW Arena Pitch on Saturday past and recorded an impressive 30 – 11 win over Greystones from Wicklow in the AIB All Ireland League 2.
The impressive new club house and seated stand at Upper Malone was buzzing with excitement as invited guests and sporting starts such as Jack Kyle, David Humpries and Gary Longwell helped celebrate the occasion along with Students and Staff from the University.
The Official Opening of the NEW facilities will take place later this year with other scheduled matches planned on the Arena Pitch for Queen’s Soccer Club and Queen’s GAA over the coming months.
All photos are now on our Facebook page, please click here to view
For further information on the NEW Facilities and details regarding up an coming events on the NEW Arena Pitch and clubhouse please click here
Belfast is proud to host the 24th European Squash Club Championships from 8th to 10th September 2011.
This major event comes to Northern Ireland for the first time and will take place at the Belfast Boat Club and Queens University Physical Education Centre, thanks to the support of Belfast City Council and Sport NI. 24 top European teams will be competing for the coveted club title and the event will showcase such names as Peter Nichol, David Palmer, Natalie Grinham and our own Madeline Perry currently ranked number 3 in the world.
With free admission to all matches, this is a great opportunity for squash enthusiasts, the general public and in particular School children of all ages to come along and experience live world squash.
For more information check out www.irishsquash.com, www.ulstersquash.com or the event website at www.escc2011.org which will be updated to show details of the draw and the results.
01 September 2010
Major Developments at Malone
Queen's Sport is pleased to announce that work is now well underway at Malone Playing Fields (The Dub). The planned work will see an upgrade in existing facilities as well as additional synthetic and grass surfaces.
The focal point of the development will see a new stadium pitch and club house.
Student Clubs as well as will all benefit from the new £12milllion investment.
Work will take place over the coming months with facilities being opened in a phased approach with full works completion scheduled for Spring 2012.
To view the planned works please click here.
To view a diary of the current work, please click here .
For further details and to make a booking enquiry contact Antoinette McConnell on 02890 623946 or email a.mcconnell@qub.ac.uk
Queen's Sport host Member Consultation Evening
On Thursday 2 December Queen's Sport hosted a Member Consultation Evening at the PEC.
The evening was an invitation to all our members to come along and listen to key staff presenting on how we are moving Queen's Sport forward and also to listen to members' views on how we can improve our service.
Light refreshments were provided for those brave souls who ventured out into the cold to attend the evening.
The evening began with a presentation from Queen's Sport Staff followed by a Q&A session.
Those in attendance agreed that it was a worthwhile evening and should become a regular inclusion in the Queen's Sport Calendar.
The next Member Consultation Evening will be held in March 2011
If you would like further details of the evening or any aspects of the Queen's Sport service please contact Frank on 02890 387669 or email f.mccusker@qub.ac.uk
Details of questions raised will shortly appear on our website as well as in our monthly ezine.
For a copy of the Queen's Sport presentation please click here
In an attempt to make it easier and fairer for all members to book their class, Queen's Sport have reviewed their current class bookings procedure. As of Monday 7 November members will be able to book up to 8 days in advance, by telephone, in person or on-line. Members will also be able to cancel their class up to 1 hour before their class begins
Queen's Sport will also be monitoring non attendance of classes which may result in booking restrictions
To view the new terms and conditions please click here
Sign up for one of our Student Memberships today and we will give you:
- the rest of September free of charge
- waive your admin fee (saving £15)
- a Sport's Bag worth £12
For details of all our Queen's Sport membership packages follow this link membership packages
For more details of what's happening during the Festival of Sport follow this link Fresher's Festival Of Sport Programme 2011
To get regular updates of all Queen's Sport news find us on Facebook
The Queen's Sport festival is now up and running.
This week has already seen Queen's students trying out some new activities and sports such as Zumba at the PEC and Urban dance with Tura. "Come and try it" sessions have been held in many sports including Tag Rugby, Hurling and Gaelic with much more to come.
The culmination of this week's activities will be the Festival of Sport night taking place on Wednesday 21 September. Why not enter a team for the 5aside and dodgeball competitions, there will be great prizes to be won with no cost to enter. There will also be free to try activities including basketball, badminton, squash, swimming plus much much more!!!! For more details of this week's Festival of Sport and to download a 5aside or dodgeball enrollment form follow this link Festival of Sport Programme
For details of this Autumn's Classes and courses please follow this link Autumn Activity Programme and to find out more about our special student membership follow this link Student Membership Offer
To see more Photos and a Must See Video of this year's Festival follow us on Facebook 
Queen’s launches the 8th annual ‘Race Round the River’ 5K run
Queen’s launches the 8th annual ‘Race Round the River’ 5K run
From recreational runners to top class athletes – hundreds of people are expected to take part in the 8th annual Queen’s University ‘Race Round the River’ 5K run in Belfast.
The race, organised by students in the Queen’s Athletics Club and in association with Powerade, will take place on 30 March on the Ormeau Embankment and is traditionally a warm up event for some athletes taking part in the Belfast City Marathon.
Entrants to the race this year will take advantage of new ‘chipped timing’ technology where an electronic chip is placed into the runner’s footwear and automatically tracks their race time.
John Saulters, Queen’s 5k Event Co-ordinator said: “This is a unique race in that it is student led and organised but is open to the public. The course is great for beginners as it is a flat course but is also a great timed challenge for stronger runners.
He added: “It is fantastic that the event continues to be supported by Powerade and ASICS, brands associated with sporting performance. The race is one of the fastest 5k races open to all in Ireland and we hope to have even more people competing this year and encourage everyone to get involved.”
Hundreds of pounds worth of prize money is on offer for fastest runners in various categories and registration is now open. For more information visit www.queens5k.co.uk
Queen’s Students, James O Hare and Niall Robinson help launch this year’s 5k race at Ormeau Bridge alongside Stef Foster from Powerade Events Team
Coaching success at Queen’s Blues Awards
Coaches, the often unsung heroes of the sporting world, were the focus of celebrations at Queen’s on Thursday 10th June 2010 when the cream of the University’s sporting talent gathered for the annual Blues Awards.
Around 120 students from across the University were awarded Full or Half Blues in recognition of their sporting achievements. Joining them to present the awards will be former Northern Ireland soccer international Jim Magilton. Queen’s Blues Awards Dinner is sponsored by Powerade.
Speaking before the event Jim Magilton said: “I am delighted to meet the students of Queen’s, who have had a tremendous year in so many sports, and I congratulate all of this evening’s winners on their achievements.
“As a player and manager, I know that success doesn’t come easily. Of course, it requires talent, hard work and dedication. But that will only get you so far without the support of an inspirational coach and access to top-class training and playing facilities.
“Queen’s is obviously aware of this. Its investment in coaching and facilities has no doubt benefitted this evening’s award winners, and future generations of sportspeople will continue to reap the rewards of the University’s commitment to its sporting talent.”
Queen’s Sport has had a particularly successful year, with the men’s rugby and ladies hockey teams winning league promotions, and Queen’s Senior Men’s Eights rowing their way to become the fastest university men’s boat crew in the UK and Ireland.
Queen's Rugby lifting the 2010 AIB All Ireland League Division 3 Title
Queen’s snooker team were crowned British University Champions, while the trampoline team sprung to victory as Irish Intervarsity Champions and the Taekwondo team took two gold and three silver medals at the British National Championships.
There were also successes for netball, camogie, orienteering, badminton, swimming and shooting in tournaments across the UK and Ireland.
Queen’s rowing coach, Mark Fangen-Hall, who guided Queen’s senior men and novice ladies crews to victory in the Ramada Hotel Shaw’s Bridge University Boat Race last Saturday, said: “The single most important investment a sports body can make is in its coaches. Without consistent and up-to date guidance, no team or athlete can ever hope to succeed on a regular basis.
“The coach is the centre point of all decisions, allowing individuals and teams to concentrate on their game plan rather than devising it. They must disassociate themselves from the social aspect of the club so they can make difficult decisions at the right time. A good coach will allow the team to develop and fulfil their potential in a way that sees individual techniques improve and the team bond strengthen.”
Pictured above: Queen's Sports Achivement Team Award Winners, Queen's Rugby and their Captain, Mark Robinson are presented with the award by Queen's Vice-Chancellor and President Professor Peter Gregson and Conor McCready from event sponsors, Coca-Cola Bottlers, NI.
On-Line Bookings 31 May 2010
Queen's Sport is pleased to announce the launch of it's new On-Line Booking system which will go live on Monday 31 May. Bookings can be made via this website.
The system is open to all current members and will be released over a phased period.
Phase 1 May 2010 - All Classes, Badminton, Racquetball, Handball and Squash
Phase 2 July/August - 5aside Soccer, All Courses
Phase 3 September/October - Membership renewals
To register for this new and exciting facility please contact Reception for your Login details. This may only be done in person as information will not be given by telephone or email.
For further details you can download our FAQ's document by clicking here.
Before you register for Queen's Sport On-line you must firstly read our Bookings terms and conditions. For a copy please click here.
Queen's Sport On- Line Bookings Click here
For full details of the Queen's Sport Activity Programme click here
Queen's Sport will not be affected by planned strikes this Wednesday 30 November.
Normal opening hours will apply.
Queen's Sports stars receive 2010 Bursary Awards
Twenty-five of Queen’s young sporting stars representing 13 different sports have been awarded sports bursaries from the University.
The students were presented with their bursaries by David McCann, 2010 Commonwealth Games Cycling Bronze Medallist.
The Bursary programme, which is sponsored by the Ulster Bank, aims to provide cutting edge support services for high achieving sportsmen and women students. It complements ongoing support for high performers through the already established GAA, Rugby, Rowing and Soccer Academies. More than 100 Queen’s students already benefit from these programmes.
The Bursary Awards are available to current students who have achieved a high standard in their particular sport. The scheme offers recipients a comprehensive package, including sports science support, specialist sports medical care, free use of facilities, free gear and financial assistance for the costs of training at such a high level. The awards are designed to give top sporting individuals the best opportunity to develop their talent during their time at the University.
Four students received Gold Bursary awards. They were students Mark Butler, Eoin MacDomhnaill, Jonathan Mitchell and Colin Williamson who were part of the Irish rowing team which won bronze at the 2010 World University Rowing Champions in Szeged, Hungary.
Queen’s Student Sport Development Manager, Karl Oakes highlighted the importance of providing the best possible service to these top athletes
He said: "Sport is an integral part of the student experience at Queen’s and Queen’s Sport prides itself on the fact that it delivers a service to all students at all levels.
“Our investment in coaching, facilities and the support we offer helps our talented students get the results they deserve.”
Tanya Waters, Ulster Bank Product Manager for students says 'Ulster Bank is delighted to support Queen's students who have shown huge commitment and dedication so they can excel at their individual sports', adding that she hopes the awards will 'help these students to further develop and maximise their sporting potential while at Queen's University.'
To view all the 2010 - 11 recipients please click here
Queen's University has launched it's exciting new News bulletin QTVnews each month news from around the campus will be broadcast from the QTV website and other University sites.
To find out what's happening this month follow this link QTVnews
Queens 5k Race is a Huge Success
Congratulations to all those who took part in this year's Queen's Sport 5K sponsored by Powerade
Joe McAllister and Julie Turley were the first male and female runners to cross the line.
For more information on the race and for all the results click here
Queen's Sport is pleased to announce that as of today February 21 memberships can be renewed online.
Renewing your membership online makes it easier for you to continue your membership with Queen's.
Renewals can be carried out from the comfort of your home or during your lunch time break.
For further details on how to use our online facilility please contact a member of reception staff or if you already have your login details please click here
- Only Lump Sum Renewals can be taken out online
- No new memberships can be taken out online
- Direct debit memberships cannot be bought online
St Patrick's Day Festival of Sport
Click here for further information
SUMMER SCHEME 2011
This year's Summer Scheme will run from 0900 to 1700 each day, over 7 weeks of the Summer, starting on 4 July 2011 and finishing on Friday 19 August 2011 (excluding weekends and Bank Holidays).
Children will have the opportunity this year to take part in over 20 different activities during each week of the scheme these activities include games, skills, competitions and special events that are age appropriate and delivered by qualified staff and coaches.
This year’s themed weeks will include: Climbing, Swimming, Trampolining, Gymnastics, Tag Rugby, Athletics and Ball Games which includes Soccer, Gaelic Football, Basketball and Netball.
For further details on the Summer Scheme please click here
Swim for Charity at Queen's
With Swimathon 2011 just around the corner, Queen’s Sport is encouraging people in Belfast to take part in their sessions on Friday 8 April – Sunday 10 April 2011 . The Physical Education Centre (PEC) is one of 580 pools across the UK taking part in Swimathon, from the 8–10 April 2011. Take on the swim of your life, and join thousands of other swimmers in the world’s biggest fundraising swim for Marie Curie Cancer Care and the Swimathon Foundation.
Why not enter Swimathon 2011 and get fit for spring. Swimming is proven to be a great form of exercise whatever your ability, to help you relax your mind and body, and to help build endurance, muscle strength and cardio-vascular fitness. For that extra bit of impetus, Duncan Goodhew MBE, Olympic gold medallist and Swimathon President, has created a six week training programme which is available on www.swimathon.org.
For those who prefer to cheer on from the sidelines, they can still do their bit by sponsoring local people who are taking on the Swimathon challenge by going to ‘sponsor a swimmer’ on www.swimathon.org. Alternatively, they can volunteer to be a lap counter by emailing: Kevin Murray: k.murray@qub.ac.uk to register.
The majority of funds raised will allow Marie Curie Nurses to provide free care to people with terminal cancer and other illnesses in their own home or in one of the charity’s hospices.
Kevin Murray PE & Sport Development Officer at Queen’s Sport said ‘Swimathon is the perfect event to train for, and participate in, with your friends and family. You can set yourself a challenge to work towards, as well as raising money for charity.’
Duncan Goodhew emphasises that, ‘Swimathon is a great way of raising money to help thousands of terminally ill people across the UK. Swimming is also up with the highest calorie burning activities, such as running: it works and tones your entire body. It also promotes more supple, flexible muscles, tendons and ligaments, which has long term health gains. So shake off those winter blues, get down to your local leisure centre and start training for the swim of your life.’
Swimathon 2011 is open to everyone, encouraging people to challenge themselves to swim 1.5k, 2.5k or the ultimate 5k. For those interested in joining forces with friends, colleagues or family, the Team 5k challenge can also be completed by up to five people together. Take the plunge and help make Swimathon 2011 a huge success.
To find out more about Swimathon or to enter the 2011 challenge visit www.swimathon.org.
Swimming/ Diving Pool Closure - Wednesday 1 June
Please note the swimming/ Diving pool will be closed from 09.00hrs until 13.00hrs on Wednesday 1 June to as Queen's Sport are hosting a Aqua Skills Swimming Gala for Primary School Children.
Queen's Sport apologises for any inconvenience caused.
We are currently experiencing problems with our telephone system.
Class Bookings and cancellations can be made online or by email to sport@qub.ac.uk
Engineers are currently on site and we hope to resolve the problem as soon as possible.
Queen's Sport apologises for the inconvenience this will cause.
Try 5ives- Get your feet moving at Queen's Belfast
The time has come to enter your team in for the Wednesday intrmural league programme (please see below)
Get a group of friends together and enter a team today
For more information, please click here
Queen’s Sport will host its annual 5K race, in association with Powerade, on Thursday 26 April, providing a perfect opportunity to prepare for the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon, taking place just two weeks later.
The race, now in its 10th year, has continued to attract hundreds of students, Queen’s Sport members, Northern Ireland’s top distance runners and members of the local community. The event places a strong emphasis on student involvement in not only participating, but also marshalling and event management, providing invaluable experience for all those who get involved. If you are interested in becoming a Volunteer this year follow this link 5K Volunteers.
Connor McCready from Powerade, said: “We’re delighted to continue our partnership with Queen’s Sport by supporting the Powerade Queen’s 5k. This is one of a number of sporting initiatives we are working on, in partnership with Queen’s Sport and the University Development Office, demonstrating our commitment to developing the talent of the future, as well as the sports stars of today. We recognise the 5K as an important community sporting event and hope the number of participants continues to grow.”
The Powerade Queen’s 5k covers a fast route along the River Lagan and the Physical Education Centre at Queen's Sport offers an ideal base for pre and post race requirements. Race numbers and chips should be collected from the centre from 17:00 on race day with late entries being accepted on the day from 17:00 - 18:45 sharp. *Late entries for all runners will be charged at £12.
Race Information
Total prize fund of £1,600 with each participant will receive a Queen's University Bag with a branded water bottle, bottle of water and snack.
Entry fees are £7 for students, £9 for athletic club members and £10 to unattached individual runners and include online entry charges.
Young people are encouraged to take part in the race, however participants under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
The closing date for website entries is Tuesday 24 April. To enter please follow this link www.queenssport5k.com
Wild Cats and Cubs at Queen's
Join your local Wildcubs or Wildcats Activ8 Club and you can learn new skills for sport,make
new friends, get active and have lots of fun. Only £15 for 5 sessions!
Wildcubs is open to boys and girls aged 5-7 yrs.
To find out more about Wild Cubs please click here
To download a Wild Cub enrolment form please click here
Wildcats is open to boys and girls aged 8-11yrs.
To find out more about Wild Cubs please click here
Womens TAG Rugby Tournament- 4 September 2011
NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!
Fun non-contact sport for a good cause. Sign up your team today!!!?
Tournament begins at 12.30
Malone Playing Fields
£50 per team (£25 of entry fee will be donated to Cash for Kids)
Please click this link below for a copy of the enrolment form:
Women's Tag Rugby Tournament - Enrolment Form
For further details please contact Robert Ford on: r.ford@qub.ac.uk or phone on: 07729455985. Alternatively contact Claire McAteer on: tagulster@irfu.ie
Queen's Diamond Jubilee
Just a quick reminder Queen's Sport wil be closed Monday 4 June and Tuesday 5 June.
We will be open as normal on Wednesday 6 June
Due to The Ramada Plaza Belfast, University Boat Race on Saturday 02 June the following car park disruptions will apply:
- Access to Queen’s Sport main car park will be via the Stranmillis
side of the river only from 12:00 - 18:00 - Members wishing to access our car park from the Ormeau Road please
use Annadale Embankment and cross at the Governors Bridge - Please note there will also be restricted car parking from Thursday 31 May to allow for set up
Queen’s Sport apologises for any inconvenience this may cause
Ramada Plaza Belfast University Boat Race 2012
In a first for Belfast, the University of Cambridge will be sending some of their best rowers on Saturday, 2 June, for the Ramada Plaza Belfast University Boat Race 2012. For more details please click here
Due to its increasing popularity, the event is also moving to a new home this year, with the finish line on the river now situated opposite Queen’s PEC. Over 1,000 spectators will be accommodated in the new enclosure, with live entertainment, food and refreshments available until 10pm on the day.
In another first for the event, The Outlet Village in Banbridge, is sponsoring a Best Dressed competition on the day for both men and women. It will be a great day for all the family.
Racing starts on the day at 12.30pm with the Schools Race (Girls) between MCB and Bann RC. The Senior Women’s Race between Queen’s and Cambridge begins at 4.00pm and the Men’s Race begins at 4.30pm. For more details on the race and a great family day out please click here
Due to unforeseen circumstances there will be no access to the Physical Education Centre between 09.00am - 12.00pm tomorrow Wednesday 27 June.
Please note our carpark will also be closed at this time.
Queen's Sport apologises for any inconvenience this may cause.
Due to essential maintenace the diving pool will be closed tomorrow Tuesday 21 August from 12 noon - 2pm.
Please note our main pool will be open as normal during this time.
Queen's Sport apologises for any inconvenience this may cause.
Due to popular demand Queens Sport are pleased to announce that the 2012 Summer Graduate Offer has been extended to August 31
New Queen's Graduates can claim a membership rate of £26 a month peak or £16 off peak
No admin fee either meaning a total annual saving of up to £68 !!!!
If you still have a Student Experience bursary use it on this fantastic offer !!!!!
For more details and terms and conditions please follow this link Summer Graduate Offer 2012
Unfortunately due to circumstances beyond our control our sauna is currently out of order.
The issue is currently being dealt with.
Queen's Sport apologise for any inconvenience that this may cause.
1 Month Summer Membership still available for only £35.
No administration fee required saving (£20).
Last chance to benefit from this Promotion.
Offer expires this Friday the 31st August.
Get fit with Queens Sport
For more details follow this link
The 2012 Summer Graduate Offer will also conclude this Friday the 31st August.
New Queen's Graduates can still claim a membership rate of £26 a month peak or £16 off peak
No admin fee either meaning a total annual saving of up to £68 !!!!
If you still have a Student Experience bursary use it on this fantastic offer !!!!!
For more details and terms and conditions please follow this link Summer Graduate Offer 2012
This year’s Queen’s Past Members’ Golf Classic (sponsored once again by McAleer & Teague) takes place on Friday, 10th May at Rockmount Golf Course, Carryduff.
The Golf Classic will be a team event made up of four players per team. The entry fee per team is £200 that includes green fees, meal and the opportunity to win some of our fantastic prizes. Hole sponsorships are also available at £100.
To enter a team, please contact the Past Members Union - Mr John Devaney (07793130417 or jackdevaney@yahoo.co.uk) - or Aidan on a.orourke@qub.ac.uk. times shall be allocated upon receipt of payment on a first come first served basis. The tee has been booked from 11.00am until 1.30pm.
Among the prizes will be the O’Hara Cup, named in honour of Paddy O’Hara.
Off-Peak Membership
Make the most of your time at Queen's Sport.
Have you thought about Off-Peak membership?
Off-Peak benefits:
- Reduced membership rate
- All-Inclusive membership including access to Degrees, Swimming, Climbing, Racquet Sports and Daily Fitness Classes
- All-Inclusive access all day Friday-Sunday
- Quieter facility
- More classes at Off-Peak times
To change over to Off-Peak membership, please ask at reception today
Off Peak times: Access to all areas 6.30am-3.30pm Monday-Thursday and all day access Friday-Sunday
Unfortunately due to reasons out of our control the centres telephone lines have temporarily been disconnected. We are currently resolving the issue. Members can still book classes online or at reception. All general information can be found through this website. For any other queries please email: srsreception@qub.ac.uk. Queen's Sport apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Queen's Sport and the Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon are hosting a free 'Running Workshop' that includes free expert advice on the best available running equipment, support and training, including a Free Gait Analysis on Monday 22 October 2012 between 5-9pm in the Physical Education Centre
Exclusive offers include a 10% discount on the Marathon for all Queen's staff and students plus the chance to win prizes in association with 'Up and Running'.
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Queen's Sport would like to wish all our customers a very merry Christmas and a healthy 2013
For a full list of all our opening hours please follow this link
CUSAI Mass Participation Student Event
5k RUN/JOG/WALK through Botanic Gardens
Wednesday 6 March 2013 @ 1:30pm
Registration for the event is FREE and is open to Queen’s Students only!!
To be entered into the prize cash draw, students must complete the course
Free water and light refreshments will be available in PEC after the event with Cash prizes awarded at 2:30pm
For more details please follow the link below.
A reminder that all Children's courses including 'Splash n Swim' will not be running from Friday 15 March - Tuesday 19 March inclusive. The programme will start again on Wednesday 20 March.
Queen's Sport will be also closed Sunday 17 March.
Folks we are open and operating as normal today. If the situation changes we will let you know.
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