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Welcome to Brookes Active

At Oxford Brookes University, we believe staying active boosts wellbeing, productivity and work-life balance. Brookes Active helps you make movement a regular and enjoyable part of your workday.

Our initiatives fit into your busy schedule, whether you're relieving stress, connecting with colleagues, or improving your health.

Got ideas, feedback, or want to collaborate on wellness initiatives? You can get in touch via the Brookes Active feedback form below or by emailing brookesactive@brookes.ac.uk.

Let’s create a more active and connected workplace!

Brookes Active Feedback

Active Tuesdays

Active Tuesdays

Allows staff to use our gym facilities for free, all day, every Tuesday.

Wellness Checks

Wellness Checks

A brilliant resource, regardless of where you are in your health and wellness journey.

Active Start - Staff

Active Start - Staff

All new Oxford Brookes staff get a free month of Fitness Membership.

Staff Yoga

Free, weekly Yoga sessions for Oxford Brookes' staff members.

Staff Indoor Football

Small sided matches every Thursday, 12.00 - 1.00pm in the Brookes Sport, Sports Hall.

Active Travel

We're passionate about encouraging the Oxford Brookes community to use Active Routes for commuting to and from our campuses. Showers and lockers are available at our Headington campus to make the journey to work more comfortable.

We are passionate about encouraging the Oxford Brookes community to use Active Routes to get to and from the Oxford Brookes campuses. We have showers and lockers at the Headington Campus to make the transition from commute to work more comfortable.

Active routes

Strava groups

Join our Brookes Active running and cycling clubs on Strava - see how you measure up to your colleagues times up Headington Hill, or see who has the longest run into work!  

Brookes Active - Running Club

Brookes Active - Cycling Club

Active Travel lockers

Active while working

Sitting for long periods at work can decrease energy levels and increase the risk of cardiovascular disease and other health issues. While focus is important, breaking up work with activity improves concentration, reduces stress and boosts productivity. Here are some tips:

  • Stand up every 30–90 minutes to improve circulation and metabolism.
  • Stand while checking emails or answering the phone.
  • Take a walk at lunchtime, even if just to change location.
  • Opt for active choices like taking the stairs, cycling to work, or getting off the bus early.
  • Aim for 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity each week, ideally in 10-minute bouts. Moderate intensity means an increased heart rate and breathing.

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