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Sports

Climbing

We have a 10m climbing wall with three different climbing activities:

  • Bouldering - low height, no ropes needed,
  • Auto-belay - a device that lowers you from the wall, meaning beginners can climb alone,
  • Top Rope - for climbers who can pass a competency test.

We run Learn to Rope Climb courses, which run over three evenings. These provide beginners with the knowledge to learn the basics about climbing, the wall, the equipment, the knots and how to belay. The course is delivered by a qualified Mountain Leader coach.

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Pitch and court hire

We have a range of indoor and outdoor sports spaces that can all be booked* weekly by individuals, as well as block bookings for partner organisations. It is a great way to get fit and have fun with friends, who you can bring along too.

  • Football
  • Squash
  • Badminton
  • Basketball
  • Tennis

*Some availability may be reduced during term time.

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Boxing

Boxing fitness classes are available to staff, students and public members, combining all round fitness and boxing techniques, to create a fun but focused workout.

Class shadow boxing

Bradford Boxing Academy

Bradford Boxing Academy offers coaching to selected students, members, and community groups, as well as notable local rising stars.

Boxing fitness classes are available to staff, students and public members, combining all round fitness and boxing techniques, to create a fun but focused workout.

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Student sports

With more than 30 sports clubs to choose from, the University of Bradford Union gives you loads of opportunities to keep fit, make friends and try something new.  From archery to pickleball, trampolining to fencing there is something for everyone.

As a sports member, there’s plenty to get involved with throughout the year, including BUCS, Intramural Sports, and the famous Varsity competition!

Whether you’re looking to join a sports club, start a club or want to know a bit more about how to run a club, UBU has got you covered.

Get involved with UBU sports

Students playing 5 a-side football on the Unique outdoor football pitch

Team Bradford

Whether you’re an avid sports player or like to cheer from the sidelines we are all #TeamBradford!

It's not all competitive either, being a part of the team is also about comradery and supporting one another. 

Read our Team Bradford charter

Students cheer at Varsity showing their Team Bradford spirit

Football Pitch Hire Prices

Time Number a-side Public Staff  Student
60 minutes

5-a-side indoors £55 £35 £25
5-a-side outdoors £55 £35 £25
7-a-side outdoors £66 £42 £30
11-a-side outdoors £121 £77 £55
90 minutes 7-a-side outdoors £99 £63 £45
11-a-side outdoors £181.50 £115 £77.50