A new sports centre for our community
Academic Year 2019/20 sees an exciting new addition to the University of West London’s Ealing campus: a modern, multi-purpose health and fitness Sports Centre. This is a much-needed addition, which replaces the small and oversubscribed Students' Union gym. The development of the Sports Centre was supported by a generous gift from Sport England.
Our research found that only 3% of UWL students participate in sports via the University. This is worrying given the clear correlation between good health and academic performance. Our students told us that financial constraints and time pressures were the main reasons for their low participation. This new facility situated in the heart of the Ealing campus will give them access to health and fitness training in their free time.
The Sports Centre will include two fitness suites dedicated to cardiovascular and weight training to support both individuals and teams in achieving their fitness and wellbeing goals. In addition, a variety of classes and activities will be on offer, ranging from yoga to dance and movement, for those who wish to develop new skills or prefer to work out as part of a group.
The Sports Centre is part of the University's wider agenda to embed a culture of health and wellbeing at the University and in the local community. UWL is committed to ensuring that the Sports Centre remains affordable in comparison to other leisure centres in the area, and it will be open year-round. Staff, alumni and local residents will also be welcome to use the centre.