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Is your child or teen interested in going to the gym and starting strength training, but unsure where to begin?

Teens Who Lift is a youth focused program where 12-15 year olds learn the fundamental skills related to strength training, in order for them to graduate to training independantly! 💪

🏋️ 10 Week Program
📅 Starts 13 and 15 October
🕒 Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:15PM - 5:15PM
💰 10 sessions = $60 (Members), $120 (Non-Members)
💰 20 sessions = $120 (Members), $240 (Non-Members)

Participants will:
💥 Build strength, confidence, and body awareness
💥 Learn to train smart: develop proper technique, training mindset, and recovery habits
💥 Improve athletic performance
💥 Train with certified coaches who understand teen development

Visit our website for more information and to register! https://uniactive.uow.edu.au/teens-who-lift/

It's time to swap the gym floor for stadium stairs because Spartan Stadion is taking over WIN Stadium, Wollongong on 10 October 2026. 🏟️🔥

Get an EXCLUSIVE DEAL on your Spartan Stadion entry - not to be missed.

Getting your discount is easy:
🎓 Choose your Spartan Stadion ticket
🔑 Enter uni-act-50 at checkout

Then get ready to take on:
🏃 5KM
🔥 20+ obstacles
🏟️ Stadium stairs, stands & concourses
🌊 A course that heads outside and onto the beach
👥 Solo & Doubles entries available

Whether you're a gym regular, weekend runner or just looking for something epic to do with your mates, this is your chance to find out what you're capable of.

👉 Head to https://au.spartan.com/en/pages/wollongong for your exclusive 50% discount at checkout.

Enrolments are now open for Term 4 Swim School!

UniActive Swim School offers fun, supportive swimming lessons for all ages and abilities, helping swimmers build confidence, improve technique and develop lifelong skills.

📅 Monday, 12 October - Saturday, 19 December
🏊 Learn To Swim - $19 per class
🌊 Junior Squads - $17 per class

Register your place on our website or call UniActive Swim School on (02) 4221 4853 for more information.

UniActive Swim School - UniActive YOU FIT YOUR WAY

Join us at our Spring Yoga Workshop, a 90-minute session designed to help you move with intention, reconnect with yourself, and welcome the new season 🧘🌿

📅 Sunday 20 September
📍 Ocean Room, Innovation Campus
🕒 10 am - 11:30 am
💰 $10 Members
💰 $20 Non-Members

Through mindful movement, breathwork and meditation, this workshop will help you reset, recharge and welcome Spring feeling refreshed and connected.

What to bring:
• Water bottle
• Yoga mat
• Optional props (blanket, bolster, blocks or cushion)
• Eye mask (optional)
• A light layer for relaxation

Book now via the UniActive Member Portal or UniActive reception, Building 13.

Following the launch of our partnership with Royal Life Saving NSW, UniActive is excited to expand the Swim and Survive program in Term 4! 🏊‍♂️💙

Designed for children aged 3+, Swim and Survive helps young swimmers build essential swimming, water safety, survival and basic rescue skills, while developing their confidence in and around the water.

🏊 30-minute Swim and Survive classes
📅 Sundays, 8am - 12pm
💰 Just $5 per class
🎟️ Use your $50 Active Kids voucher to cover a full term of swimming

With summer just around the corner, now is a great time to help your child build their skills and confidence in the water. 🌊

Find out more and register via our website https://uniactive.uow.edu.au/aquatics/swim-and-survive/

Give your child the best start to their sporting journey with UniActive Kids!

Our fun multi-sport program is returning for Term 4! Focused on building confidence, coordination and fundamental movement skills ⚽

🚸 For children aged 2.5-3 & 4-5
📅 Starts Monday 12 October & Wednesday 14 October
📍 UniActive Sports Hub (Building 9)
💰 $160 for 10 week term program

The program focuses on developing throwing, catching, kicking, balance, agility and hand-eye coordination, while building social development and a love for sport!

Spaces are limited, so secure your child's spot for an engaging start to their sporting journey. Find out more on our website!

UniActive Kids - UniActive YOU FIT YOUR WAY

UniActive and the Wollongong Wolves are looking for female footballers aged 14–18 (Year 9 and above) to apply for the next Female High-Performance Athlete Program, commencing in Term 4.

Designed for players who are ready to take their football to the next level, the 10-week program provides a holistic, high-performance development experience focused on supporting athletes to build their skills, enhance their performance and continue progressing in the game.

Female footballers from across the Illawarra are encouraged to apply, particularly those already playing representative football or looking to take the next step towards a higher level of competition.

Expressions of Interest are closing soon. Complete the form via our website to be considered and take the next step in your development as a high-performance athlete. https://uniactive.uow.edu.au/health-fitness/uow-sport/female-athlete-high-performance-program/

Ready to take your HYROX training to the next level? 🔥

Whether you're preparing for HYROX Melbourne this December or simply looking to improve your HYROX performance, our 12 Week HYROX Conditioning Program is designed to help you train with purpose.

As an Affiliated HYROX Training Centre, UniActive combines accredited HYROX coaching with access to HYROX's official Performance Hub 365 platform to create a personalised training plan based on your fitness, abilities and lifestyle.

Build your endurance, strength and confidence across 12 weeks with pre and post assessments, weekly coach check-ins, and four training workshops led by UniActive's very own HYROX World Record holder, Michelle Rennie 💪

📅 Starts week of Monday 14 September
💰 $25 per week
⏱️ 12-week commitment

Ready to get started? Find out more via our website https://uniactive.uow.edu.au/health-fitness/hyrox-training-club/