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Student Active

Welcome to Brookes Active!

At Oxford Brookes University, staying active isn't just about exercise - it's about enhancing your overall wellness, expanding your social circles and even boosting academic performance. We're here to help you make the most of these benefits during your university journey.

Brookes Active is dedicated to creating opportunities for you to be more active, more often. 

Do you have any suggestions, feedback or want to collaborate on organising activities? Please share your thoughts by completing the Brookes Active feedback form linked below.

Let's work together to make your time at Oxford Brookes University as active and enjoyable as possible.

Brookes Active Feedback

Brookes Active schedule

Brookes Active Schedule

There are lots of Brookes Active opportunities for students. Explore our full weekly schedule.

Wellness Wednesdays

Wellness Wednesdays

Oxford Brookes students and staff can use our gyms for free, all day on Wednesdays, all year round.

Wellness Checks

Wellness Checks

Wellness Checks are a brilliant starting point for those at the beginning, restarting or well into their health and wellness journey.

Active Travel

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

Active Routes

Strava groups

Join our Brookes Active running and cycling clubs on Strava - see how you measure up against others up Headington Hill, or see who has the longest run into university! 

Brookes Active - Running Club

Brookes Active - Cycling Club

Active Travel Lockers

Staying active while studying

Time spent studying often means sitting still for long periods, which can lower energy levels and increase health risks like cardiovascular disease. Breaking up study sessions with movement boosts concentration, reduces stress and improves productivity. Here are some tips:

  • Stand up every 30–90 minutes to refocus and improve circulation.
  • Stand up or walk when checking emails or taking calls.
  • Take a walk at lunch, even if it’s just to eat somewhere different.
  • Choose active options, like taking the stairs or walking part of the way.

Aim for 150 minutes of moderate activity per week, in 10-minute bursts or more.

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