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We believe that taking part in sport can make a real difference to your time here and to your career prospects. Research shows that students who enjoy sport at university go on to earn more and that sport can make you happier. Our extensive indoor and outdoor facilities are at the heart of all our activities, including our first-class Essex Sport Gym. Whether sport is a welcome break from your stu

Photos from Essex Sport's post 10/06/2026

📣 Gym Closure – Upgrades are coming!

This summer, we’re delighted to announce we are upgrading some of our gym equipment, as part of our commitment to providing the best possible fitness experience for our members.

📆Gym Closure Dates
The gym will be temporarily closed from Monday 20th July for 5 working days, with plans to reopen on Monday 27th July.

👀What’s New?

✅Expect a complete overhaul of our fitness training equipment
✅Brand-new plate-loaded machines
✅Exciting new additions to enhance your workouts

💪Stay Active During the Upgrade
While the gym is closed, members will have access to a functional fitness training space with limited equipment in one of our studios. Perfect for HIIT sessions, mobility work, and maintaining your routine. One-hour sessions can be booked via the Essex Sport app.📲

Classes, recreational spaces, and studios will remain open as usual.

📸We’ll be sharing sneak peeks of the refurbishment along the way, so keep an eye on our channels!

Thank you for your patience and continued support as we improve your gym experience. If you have any questions, please speak to a member of the Essex Sport team or get in touch directly.
Mock-ups of new equipment are for illustrative purposes only; final finishes may vary.

09/06/2026

Just 6 weeks to go until Summer CHUMS kicks off! ☀️

Give your child the chance to stay active, make new friends, and try a variety of exciting sports in a fun and supportive environment! 🤾‍♀️🏀🎾🧗

Spaces are filling up quickly, so book your child's place now and get ready for an action-packed summer! 💪☀️

Book here - https://www.essex.ac.uk/sport/childrens-activities/chums-holiday-camp

04/06/2026

🏀 Summer CHUMS Holiday Camps Are Almost Here! ☀️

Looking for a fun way to keep your child active during the summer holidays? We've got you covered!
Join us at our Sports Holiday Camps, packed with exciting activities, games, and opportunities to make new friends in a safe and energetic environment.

📅 Dates: 20th July – 31st August
🏀 Activities: Sports, games, teamwork, and lots of fun!
😊 Perfect for: Children who love to stay active and try new things.
🔗Book here - https://www.essex.ac.uk/sport/childrens-activities/chums-holiday-camp
Spaces fill quickly, so be sure to secure your child's place today!

Stay active. Have fun. Make memories this summer with CHUMS! ☀️🏀

11/05/2026

🚨NEW SERIES ALERT🚨

Introducing Movement Masterclass (“How To”)💪

Over the next 4 weeks, we’ll be bringing you step-by-step demonstrations to help you build your way up to mastering key movements.

In today’s video, we’re starting strong with the push-up👊

Stay tuned, stay consistent, and let’s get stronger together🔥

Photos from Essex Sport's post 06/05/2026

Revision Reset 📚
Tuesday 5 May – Saturday 6 June

Combining gentle movement, breathwork, and relaxation. 🧘‍♀️
Created with the exam period in mind, these calming yoga sessions are a chance to slow down, breathe deeply, and unwind.

Yoga & Meditation sessions🧘‍♂️
Supporting mental health & wellbeing during exams
FREE for University of Essex Students
Sign up on the Essex Sport App – link in bio

28/04/2026

LAST CHANCE🚨

Our 10% Early Bird offer ends 30th April!

Don’t miss out - secure your child’s place at Summer CHUMS!☀️⚽️

🔗 Link in bio

27/04/2026

It's time for ‘Stop At 60’! From 4th May to 10th May, challenge yourself to stop your plank at exactly 1 minute and beat the team! 💪 If you're off by less than 3 seconds, you'll win a protein bar. Try once a day, but only one win per week. 🔥

Photos from Essex Sport's post 23/04/2026

Our summer term junior courses are officially underway at Essex Sport - and there’s still time to get involved!☀️

🧗Climbing: Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays (afternoons) & Saturday mornings
🏀 Basketball: Wednesday evenings & Saturday mornings
🏐 Volleyball: Sunday mornings

It’s not too late to join - secure a spot and get started this term!

For more information, visit the link in the bio 🔗

17/04/2026

Derby Day at Essex – 22 April🖤❤️

Essex Sport is excited to be hosting Derby Day on 22 April, as our university teams take on local rivals UEA in a fantastic day of competitive sport.

To support the event, some sport facilities will have reduced access throughout the day. The gym will remain open as normal, so members can still train as usual.

We look forward to welcoming supporters on campus and thank you for your understanding as we celebrate a great day for university sport.

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Wivenhoe Park
Colchester
CO43SQ

Opening Hours

Monday 6:30am - 11pm
Tuesday 6:30am - 11pm
Wednesday 6:30am - 11pm
Thursday 6:30am - 11pm
Friday 6:30am - 11:15pm
Saturday 8am - 10pm
Sunday 8am - 10pm