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11 Apr 2012

Sign up now and get in shape for summer * Focus on improving your posture * FREE Reebok Cross Fit Workout at the Armitage * Are you a Gamesmaker or Olympic Volunteer? * Join the party and raise cash for Teenage Cancer Trust.

Sign up now and get in shape for summer

The summer timetable of Be Active Courses and Drop-In Classes starts next week. Don’t miss out, book now online at:

If you're pushed for time, why not try the new EXPRESS half hour lunch time classes? The fast pace and quick moves will have you working up a sweat in no time at all!

Focus on improving your posture

A mini series of posture workshops will run in the Wellbeing Room on select Mondays throughout the third semester. If you think you have bad posture or you suffer from back or neck pain then these one-off one-hour sessions could give you the quick fix you're looking for!

Each session costs just £5 and is available to book online at:

FREE Reebok Cross Fit Workout at the Armitage

Have a go at Reebok Cross Fit with a series of FREE trial sessions being held on 25th and 26th of April at the Armitage Sports Centre. Cross Fit is an all round strength and conditioning program for people of all levels of fitness.

Find out more about what Cross Fit involves by watching this short video:

Book your free place online at:

Are you a Gamesmaker or Olympic Volunteer?

If you are a Gamesmaker or you are volunteering at the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, in either Manchester or London, then we want to hear from you! We are bringing together a University Network group which will enable all volunteers to communicate and share resources, information, experiences and most importantly promote your good work.

If you want to join the network please contact:

Join the party and raise cash for Teenage Cancer Trust

Kick start your summer fitness regime with this mass Zumba charity workout in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust! Zumbathon is on Saturday 28 April 2012 from 11am to 1pm at the Armitage Sports Centre, Fallowfield. Warm up your vocal chords because we will be working out to classic Diva tunes.

Tickets are available to purchase: