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Sport

Whether outdoor or indoor, team or individual, students at Sussex benefit from being able to get involved in a wide range of competitive and leisure activities provided by the Union and the University.

Sport at Sussex is broad and diverse with something for everyone, regardless of experience so whether you're into running, catching, climbing, skiing or hitting things with sticks why not take a look at what's on offer?

You can take a look at our list of sports clubs, find out about membership and other sports opportunities including sports facilities, gym and classes. We also have information for sports club committee members.

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Other sports opportunities

Although there is a huge amount of choice included in the Student’s Union sports club membership, it may be that you’re interested in something entirely different

Sussexsport - martial arts, gym, facilities & classes

Exercise class Sussexsport run the sports facilities here at Sussex which are based at the Sports Centre and Falmer Sports Complex, both of which are based on campus. Sussexsport have an enormous programme of classes, courses and even martial arts!

There’s some more information about this on our website, or visit the Sussexsport site for all the details.

Intra-mural sport

Intra-mural (which is more informal competition) sport is open to University students and staff, and is run in conjunction with Sussexsport. Competitions run in a range of sports, including dodgeball! If you want to play and take part on a more recreational/casual basis, then this may be for you. Find out more about the intra-mural programme here at Sussex on the Sussexsport website.

British University and Colleges Sports (BUCS) competitions

BUCS logoBUCS are the organisation that run student sport across the country, and offer competitive opportunities in a massive range of sports. Visit the BUCS website for the details, and if there’s something you wish to take part in, please contact us as soon as possible!

For information on the clubs and their competitions please visit the sports clubs minisites or if you are interested in entering as an individual competitor please email sport@ussu.sussex.ac.uk

Local sports clubs

There are many local sports clubs in the Brighton area, and beyond, and new members are always welcome. If you need help finding a club please contact us.

Finally…

If you play or are involved in a sport that still hasn’t been mentioned, contact us, because it may be there’s an opportunity to start an entirely new sports club! Don’t forget, there’s also a wide range of societies and volunteering opportunities…