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Nancy astor sports centre

Nancy Astor Sports Centre




The Nancy Astor Sports Centre is Plymouth University’s main sports facility on campus. Basketball, squash, volleyball, badminton, table tennis, netball and five a-side-football are all on offer at the Nancy Astor Building. There is also a fitness suite with the latest cardiovascular and weight resistance equipment, and a dance studio hosting a wide range of instructor-led fitness classes including yoga, Pilates, body conditioning, dance classes and circuit training.

Sports Centre Membership



Memberships are available to students, staff and the wider community. Prices start from just £14 per month for Plymouth University students. For further details on membership's and what's on offer at the Nancy Astor Sports Centre:
 
 
 
 
Public Application Form

Membership Options

The Sport and Active Leisure Service is offering three membership schemes which University Staff and Students can purchase. The membership schemes have been designed to offer staff and students the flexibility of being able to purchase a membership scheme that best serves their own needs. Each scheme has varying levels of benefits to them. Staff and students can "pick and choose" which membership scheme best suits their needs. There is also the option of "Pay as you go" where staff and students pay for facilities as and when you use them.

The Multi Purpose Sports Hall within the Nancy Astor Sports Centre has 4 Badminton Courts which can be booked by students, staff and the general public. Courts can be booked up to two weeks in advance. Racket hire is available through the Nancy Astor Sports Centre.
 
For further details:
Nancy Astor Sports Centre
Tel: +44(0)1752 588510

FAQ

How do I become a member?

To become a member of the Sports Centre you can either apply online through the University’s eStore website or call into the sports centre. To become a member you will need your university card.

How can I pay?

We accept credit & debit cards as well as cash and cheques.

Will I need an induction?

Yes! All new members will be given an induction for Health and Safety purposes.

Do you have any lockers?

Yes there are lockers located in the changing rooms.  These take £1 coins which is refundable 

Flexible Pay and Play option.

For those of you who may not want to or who would maybe like to try the facilities first, there is the option to pay and play for activities. Facilities and classes are open to everyone therefore there is plenty of opportunity to try an activity first!
 






 
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Bronze Membership

Prices start from just £14 per month for Plymouth University student's

The Bronze Membership scheme is ideal for those who enjoy their racket sports. This membership entitles the purchaser to book squash and badminton courts at reduced rates.

Squash Courts

The Nancy Astor Sports Centre has three squash courts situated opposite the main reception desk. Courts can be booked up to two weeks in advance for a 40 minute game. Rackets can also be hired from the main sports centre reception desk.
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Silver Membership

Prices start from just £23 per month for Plymouth University student's

The Silver membership is the one to opt for if you want to take full advantage of the extensive Fitness Programme available at the Nancy Astor Sports Centre. The Recreation & Active Leisure Team provide an excellent range of classes from Body Blast to Freestyle Yoga. Classes can be book booked up to a week in advance with your membership and are free with your Silver Membership.
In addition to free classes,  your silver membership also benefits from the following:
  • Discounted rates on Squash/Racquetball/Badminton/Fitness Classes
  • Discounted sports injury clinic/personal fitness programmes
  • Discounted Intramural Sports Activities
  • Discounts on Football pitch hire
  • Discounts on corporate membership to other sports facilities across the city
  • Discounts on outdoor activities ranging from sailing, absailing, canoeing, rowing, climbing and water sport courses
  • Discounts on health and wellbeing programmes
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Gold Membership

Prices start from just £26 per month for Plymouth University student's

For those of you who wish to take full advantage of the sports facilities, classes and activities at the Nancy Astor Sports Centre then the Gold Membership scheme is the one for you. Not only do you get access to all Fitness Classes, you also get unlimited access to the Nancy Astor Sports Centre Fitness Suite. The Fitness Suite is a fully equipped facility which includes the latest, treadmills, cross trainers, exercise bikes, rowers and an extensive range of loose and fixed weight resistance equipment. The Fitness Suite is open seven days a week giving members plenty of access into this facility.
In addition to unlimited access to the Fitness Suite, your gold membership will entitle you to:
  • Discounted rates on Squash/Racquetball/Badminton/Fitness Classes
  • Discounted sports injury clinic/personal fitness programmes
  • Free Access onto all Exercise Classes
  • Discounted Intramural Sports Activities
  • Discounts on Football pitch hire
  • Discounts on corporate membership to other sports facilities across the city
  • Discounts on outdoor activities ranging from sailing, abseiling, canoeing, rowing, climbing and water sport courses
  • Discounts on health and wellbeing programmes