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We're still here over Christmas!
As the end of another year approaches we'd like to thank you for being a part of the UQ Sport community in some way or another in 2010. It's been an exciting year of progress and achievement and we greatly appreciate your continued support.
It may be holiday time at UQ but don't be fooled - UQ Sport is alive and well over the summer break! Not only are we in the middle of our summer Social Sport competitions and Lifestyle short courses but our venues are also kicking on over the holidays. The UQ Sport & Fitness Centre, UQ Aquatic Centre
and UQ Tennis Centre will be open for use on all days except Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
Please note that the holiday opening hours are different to normal so please be sure to check your venue's opening hours online. The UQ Athletics Centre is also on track to reopen at the end of the year following its closure for resurfacing. On behalf of the team at UQ Sport, have a Merry Christmas and a safe and happy holiday season.
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2XU and UQ Sport in 2011
Being a not-for-profit organisation, UQ Sport is thankful for the generous support of its sponsors. One of these fantastic sponsors we'd like to acknowledge is the 2XU Performance Centre
, South Bank. We’re excited to announce that our partnership with 2XU is set to be even bigger and better in 2011. Located at 179 Grey Street, South Bank, the centre offers the full collection of 2XU products, including running, cycling, triathlon, compression, and a fantastic women’s fitness range.
Owned and operated by Bill and Lou Abram, the store offers personalised service for every customer - from the weekend warrior doing their first triathlon to the seasoned athlete competing at an elite level. 2XU philosophy is simple – they use and source the best possible fabrics to produce the quality garments they are known for.
When athletes put on the technologically advanced 2XU sportswear, they also put on a desire: to be more than they have ever been; to perform beyond expectation. These values are central to the everyday operations of UQ Sport and we look forward to performing beyond expectation alongside 2XU in the future. UQ Sport thanks the 2XU Performance Centre for their ongoing support and looks forward to building on this exciting relationship in 2011.
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Athletics Centre makeover 'on track'
As you may have noticed, the UQ Athletics Centre's beloved track is currently being resurfaced. Despite the recent wet weather, the Sports Technology International team are on track to complete the makeover by the target date of 30 December - providing it doesn't rain continuously for the rest of the month!
The crew began by washing the track, removing the top layer, and identifying and repairing any defects such as bubbles or high wear areas. They then raised any low-lying areas that were causing puddles after heavy rain. The next step was to lay the new surface, which was made extremely difficult by the constant wet weather. However to the credit of the STI team, they managed to complete the new surface on schedule by laying one small area at a time between spells of rain.
The finishing touch will be the surveying and marking of new lines on the track, after which the track will once again be in pristine condition and ready for use. The regular athletes of the UQ Athletics Centre are eagerly awaiting an opportunity to get back on track and give the new surface a test run. UQ Sport would like to thank customers for their patience during this process and we look forward to providing you with a flawless facility in 2011.
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Join 3000+ Twilight runners and walkers at UQ
Are you an evening runner? Sign up for the Twilight Run
on March 20, 2011 and take part in a Half Marathon, 10km Run, 3km Run/Walk or bring the kids along for the 1km Active Kids run. Half Marathon and 10km competitors will receive a limited edition technical running singlet. Enter online before 31 December 2010 for the Super Early Bird discount rate. Put a team of five or more together and WIN A PRIZE valued at over $1000!
Run under the moon and stars of a March evening in 2011
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Summer Sprint Training
Enrolments are now open for the Sprints Summer
. Commencing on Tuesday 11 January, this 5-week program offers you one sprint training session a week every Tuesday from 5:15 til 6:15pm with a qualified and highly experienced sprints coach. For only $50 (concession rate) or $55 (public rate) the Sprints Summer course is an extremely cost effective way to improve your speed for the sport you play or even just to learn correct technique and improve your general fitness. Enrol online
or for more information contact the UQ Athletics Centre on 3365 6013 or athletics@uqs.com.au.
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Play Australian Rules at UQ
Pre-season training for the UQ Red Lions and UQ Bulldogs Australian Rules teams begins 10 January 2011. If you've played Aussie Rules before or have always wanted to give it a go, come along to training and join in. Under-18 players will play for the UQ Bulldogs, while the Red Lions club is for 18s and above. Both clubs cater for all skill levels. See the UQ Red Lions website
for more information. Enquiries can be directed to Scott Young via email or on 0422 494 701. Apologies to the female Aussie Rules players out there – we still don’t have a women's team but are working on it for the future.
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UQ Rugby Academy
The UQ Rugby Academy
is in full flight with its Off Season Development Program and School Holiday Program attracting some great talent and positive prospects for the UQ Rugby Club. Designed for those looking to take their rugby to the next level, these programs provide an opportunity to progress technically, tactically and physically, putting each member in a position to fulfill all their Rugby goals. These programs are still accepting late entries in the New Year with the off season course not wrapping up until early March 2011. If anyone is keen to polish their skills before the start of the 2011 season you can get involved by contacting David Enfantie by email or on 3870 2152.
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Karate anyone?
Merry Christmas and best wishes to all from the UQ Karate Club. The club has finished training for 2010 but will be returning to the UQ Sport Martial Arts Gym on Sunday 16 January 2011. All are welcome - all ages, students, staff, and the general public! Training is tough but always fun and 100% safe. Karate training is a combination of self-defense, strategy, fitness, coordination and strength - you'll learn it all. Membership is $50 a year, while training fees are $150 for students and $200 for non-students. SPECIAL PROMOTION: Free trial in January - Join and pay for semester 1 only. 50% discount on membership fees.
Visit us online or phone Sinn on 0414 899 288.
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Lifestyle Program bigger and better in 2011
Did you miss out on enrolling in a Lifestyle short course this year? Or did nothing take your interest? Well get ready for an even BIGGER Lifestyle Program in 2011, with 20% more courses than 2010. Our Dance Courses
will expand to include even more Belly Dance, Hip Hop and Pole Dancing for Fitness options. The Lifestyle Martial Arts
will offer two exciting new courses in 2011 - Kung Fu and Fight Fitness! You can now choose from more than nine different martial arts right here on campus. If you're looking for something out of the ordinary in the new year, the newest edition to the Lifestyle program is Parkour
. Parkour has to be seen to be believed - check out this video. Visit the Lifestyle webpage for more details or send us an email.
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2011 Membership Price Changes
We would like to notify all customers that there will be a price change for memberships in 2011. The change will see a reduction in price for most concession memberships and a slight increase for non-concession memberships. This is a result of a change in policy across the organisation to provide a greater discount to the university community including students, staff and alumni. If you have any questions regarding these changes please feel free to speak to a customer service representative when you next visit or contact UQ Sport reception on 3365 6612.
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Get the kids active over Summer
The Active Tribes team have put together another jam-packed Holiday Program for the tribe! Let your kids run, jump, splash and play their way through a wide range of sport and multi-activity programs. We can't wait to get your kids active these holidays! Take a look at the program
and once you've made your decision, you can enrol online or complete and return the enrolment form. Visit the Active Tribes website or phone 1300 585 939 for more information.
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Active Tribes hits Gatton!
The hugely popular Active Tribes Holiday Program
is heading to UQ Gatton Campus in January! The Active Tribes team will offer a boredom-busting ActiveSport program to ensure kids are kept active and happy over the Summer break. This program is ideal for kids who thrive on variety and trying new activities. Up to four sports a day will be delivered allowing children to learn rules, strategies and base-level skills, in a safe and enjoyable environment. Each child receives instruction from qualified and experienced teachers to improve their skill levels and inspire them to be active for life! Check out the Active Tribes Gatton program.
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Group Tennis Coaching
If you’re looking for a fun and social way to improve your tennis skills or get fit over the holidays, why not try group coaching classes at the UQ Tennis Centre
? These fun and affordable classes cater for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced players. Plus, if you’re looking for a more intense physical workout, the HitFIT program combines tennis training with on-court aerobic exercise! HitFIT and group coaching classes begin from Monday 10 January, 2011. Find out more
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Free court hire for students
With tennis court hire available to UQ students absolutely FREE every weekday between 11am and 2pm at the UQ Tennis Centre, why not get on court and practise your game! Challenge your friend to a five-set thriller or simply enjoy a casual hit between classes. Don’t worry if you don’t have your own tennis gear, as racquet and ball hire is also available. Book your court today
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Staff ZUMBA Class
The latest fun fitness fad from overseas has Australia in a buzz. After a record-breaking Zumba class during Come'n'Try Week in August, more than 70 eager UQ staff members took to the Connell Gym floor recently for a free staff class! The Latin-style moves had everyone in a sweat and created an exciting hour of fun and fitness. The UQ Sport & Fitness Centre
currently runs Zumba in the Indoor Sports Pavilion (ISP) at 6:30pm every Thursday, including over the holiday period. Come and try it out for yourself!
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Group Fitness Summer Timetable
Please note that the Summer Group Fitness Timetable is now in effect and will be operating until 20 February 2011, with the exception of the period 20 December - 9 January, when the Christmas timetable
will apply. To find out when your favourite class is now on, visit the Group Fitness webpage.
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Facebook competition winner
The winner of our Facebook Christmas Competition has been announced! A big congratulations to Aaron Van Der Werff from the UQ Tae Kwan Do Club
who has received $500 worth of vouchers towards a Christmas party at The Fox Hotel. Thank you to everyone who entered the competition. UQ Sport wishes Aaron and the Tae Kwon Do Club a Merry Christmas and we hope you have a great party!
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First Aid training
Need First Aid accreditation for your degree or job, or just interested in learning a valuable life skill? UQ Sport in conjunction with PulseStart Training Solutions offer year round courses at UQ's St. Lucia campus. Courses for 2011 are now open for enrolments. Upcoming course dates include January 22 & 28. Get accredited from just $70. Reduced rates apply for UQ students and staff. Enrol online
or email us to find out more.
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Get your UQ merchansise from UQ Sport
If you’re looking for a long-lasting memento of your time at UQ, why not pick up some great collegiate-style UQ merchandise from the UQ Sport & Fitness Centre? We’ve got shirts, singlets and hoodies for both men and women. Pick up your gear today before stock runs out!
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