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THE RESIDENCE LIFE TEAM WOULD LIKE TO WISH YOU A VERY WARM WELCOME TO UNIVERSITY ACCOMMODATION, YOUR NEW HOME. Residence Life offers you a wide range of activities, events, sports, leadership opportunities, and skills workshops. If you’d like to get involved, or organise your own event or activity, contact us! Residence Life exists to make your time in University Residences eipc! The Residence Mentors are also here to provide support. They will visit you regularly throughout the year, and a member of the team is available every evening during term time. www.residencelife.co.uk

For support - [email protected] For general enquirers - [email protected]

Keep your Residence Life Key Fob safe as this allows you to get into events, activities and sports we host for you. This card will also get you a £2 discount on the entire Give it a Go programme* and £5 off the day trips, plus loads of other discounts and offers around campus.

*On any ticket above £2.50

BROOMHILL AND GOODWIN SPORTS CENTRE TOURSATURDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER

4pm, Meet at Hedge of Friendship for Ranmoor or Stanage Car Park (grass area) for Endcliffe.

Take a tour around your local area in Broomhill. Find the nearest shops, cafes, cashpoints, bus stops and all other essentials. Then head to the Goodwin Sports Centre, our state of art sporting facility, hosting full size pitches, a sports hall, swimming pool, squash and tennis courts, a bouldering wall and a superbly equipped fitness suite.

WELCOME CITY CENTRE CAMPUS TOURSATURDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER

4pm meet at S3 Reception or 4.30pm meet at Allen Court Reception

The Residence Mentors will walk you down to the University Campus; you will be shown where you need to register, the departmental buildings and finally the Students' Union. The tour will end in Coffee Revolution with a chance to grab a drink, have a chat and get to know your fellow students.

ENDCLIFFE AND RANMOOR CAMPUS TOURSATURDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER

5pm, Meet at Hedge of Friendship for Ranmoor or Stanage Car Park (grass area) for Endcliffe

Endcliffe and Ranmoor are set in beautiful parkland. Join the Residence Mentors on a tour around both campuses. Discover where all the hidden gems are: the tennis courts, the pianos, the music room, the sports equipment. Also find where the bars, cafes, launderettes, cashpoints and Customer Services are located.

CITY CENTRE TOURSATURDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER


The Residence Mentors will show you what Sheffield has to offer! They will take you around West St and Division St and parts of the City Centre. You will be shown the best places to go for vintage stores, cafes, bars, clubs, restaurants and a whole host of independent shops.

ENDCLIFFE AND RANMOOR CENTRAL CAMPUS TOURSATURDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER


Join the Residence Mentors and walk down to the University Central Campus; you will be shown where you need to register, the departmental buildings and finally the Students' Union. The tour will end in Coffee Revolution with a chance to grab a drink and have a chat and get to know your fellow students.

ENDCLIFFE AND RANMOOR CITY CENTRE TOURSATURDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER


The Residence Mentors will take you on the bus (£1.50) and show you what Sheffield has to offer! They will take you around the City Centre and show you the best places to go for vintage stores, independent shops, bars, clubs and restaurants. Don't forget to bring change for the bus!

THE EDGE BAR WELCOME NIGHT SATURDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER

Bar open 12pm-1am, The Edge Bar

Come and meet your new flatmates in The Edge Bar. In the evening, we will have a DJ playing your favourite hits to get you in the party spirit.

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CITY CENTRAL CAMPUS TOURSUNDAY 17TH SEPTEMBER


The Residence Mentors will walk you down to the University Campus; you will be shown where you need to register, the departmental buildings and finally the Students' Union. The tour will end in Coffee Revolution with a chance to grab a drink, have a chat and get to know your fellow students.

BROOMHILL & GOODWIN SPORTS CENTRE TOURSUNDAY 17TH SEPTEMBER



ENDCLIFFE & RANMOOR CAMPUS TOURSUNDAY 17TH SEPTEMBER


Endcliffe and Ranmoor are set in beautiful parkland. Join the Residence Mentors on a tour around both campuses. Discover where all the hidden gems are: the tennis courts, the pianos, the music room, the sports equipment. Also find where the bars, cafes, launderettes, cashpoints and Customer Services are located.

CITY CENTRE TOURSUNDAY 17TH SEPTEMBER


The Residence Mentors will show you what Sheffield has to offer! They will take you around West St and Division St and parts of the City Centre. You will be shown the best places to go for vintage stores, cafes, bars, clubs, restaurants and a whole host of independent shops.

ENDCLIFFE & RANMOOR CENTRAL CAMPUS TOURSUNDAY 17TH SEPTEMBER


Join the Residence Mentors and walk down to the University Central Campus; you will be shown where you need to register, the departmental buildings and finally the Students' Union. The tour will end in Coffee Revolution with a chance to grab a drink and have a chat and get to know your fellow students.

ENDCLIFFE & RANMOOR CITY CENTRE TOURSUNDAY 17TH SEPTEMBER


The Residence Mentors will take you on the bus (£1.50) and show you what Sheffield has to offer! They will take you around the City Centre and show you the best places to go for vintage stores, independent shops, bars, clubs and restaurants. Don't forget to bring change for the bus!

INTRO WEEKHAVANA NIGHTS PARTY SUNDAY 17TH SEPTEMBER

Bar open 12pm-3am and event starts at 10pm. Wristbands available for £5 from behind the bar or online - see www.residencelife.co.uk.

The Edge Bar brings you our very own Havana Nights Party. Think all things Cuban, from mojitos and rum to bongo drums! 1000 tickets for two raucous rooms of funky retro, old school and the latest hit music. We also have a surfboard simulator, photo booth, limbo, free giveaways…

BOTANICAL GARDENS AND ENDCLIFFE PARK TOUR MONDAY 18TH SEPTEMBER


Sheffield is one of the greenest cities in the UK, with green spaces taking up 61% of its entire area. There are more than 250 parks to enjoy and this tour will show you the Botanical Gardens and Endcliffe Park, so you know where to go when the sun shines!

BROOMHILL & GOODWIN SPORTS CENTRE TOUR MONDAY 18TH SEPTEMBER

5pm, Meet at Hedge of Friendship for Ranmoor OR Stanage Car Park (grass area) for Endcliffe


WESTERN PARK & GOODWIN SPORTS CENTRE TOURMONDAY 18TH SEPTEMBER


Sheffield is one of the greenest cities in the UK, with green spaces taking up 61% of its entire area. This tour will show you Western Park next to the University of Sheffield Library. Then we’ll head to the Goodwin Sports Centre, our state of art sporting facility, hosting full size pitches, a sports hall, swimming pool, squash and tennis courts, a bouldering wall and a superbly equipped fitness suite.

ECCLESALL ROAD TOURMONDAY 18TH SEPTEMBER

6pm, Meet at Hedge of Friendship for Ranmoor OR Stanage Car Park (grass area) for Endcliffe

Perhaps easily missed by Sheffield University students, this long road is an incredible hub of eclectic activity and bohemian hangouts. Also home to a medium sized Tesco, Waitrose and Marks & Spencer’s, this is a great place to do your weekly shopping and a must see in terms of cafes, restaurants and shops. Join the Residence Mentors to experience 'Eccy Road' from end to end!

BIG BAR BINGOMONDAY 18TH SEPTEMBER

Bar open from 5pm and bingo starts at 9pm, The Edge Bar

We have our very own themed bingo night at The Edge Bar. So come on down and start your night off with your chance to win bar tabs, food and other great prizes.

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DISCOVER SHEFFIELD BY BIKETUESDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER

2-4pm, The Edge @ Endcliffe, To book your place please email [email protected] or contact (0114) 2412775

Come and explore Sheffield in the best way possible- on a bicycle! Our instructors from Pedal Ready will take you on a short ride to town, exploring the famous sights of Sheffield on the way – The Crucible Theatre, City Hall and Winter Gardens as well as some of the main University buildings. Bring your own bike or you are welcome to use one of ours. Helmets are provided

WELCOME TO SHEFFIELD SCAVENGER HUNTTUESDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER

3-5.30pm, Meet on The Piazza outside The Edge

A fun way to get to know the city and meet new people! As a team of 3-6 people, you’ll be set challenges, which will take you all over Sheffield. Don’t worry if you don’t have a full team - come on your own or as half a team and we will pair you with others. Every team will need at least one photo-taking device so don’t forget those smartphones or digital cameras!

MEET THE BREWER NIGHT WITH ABBEYDALE BREWERYTUESDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER

Bar open from 5pm and event starts at 8pm, The Edge Bar

Come down to The Edge Bar and learn about beer for free with one of Sheffield’s top breweries. There’s lots of knowledge to be gained plus free samples though the night.

RESIDENCE WALK: EXPLORING THE PEAK DISTRICT WEDNESDAY 20TH SEPTEMBER

11am. The Edge, Main Reception. Booking essential https://online.sport-sheffield.com/

Come and explore the Peak District for free with Residence Walks! We will show you that the Peak District is actually much closer than you would think! We will start at Endcliffe and pick up a path leading through Whitley Woods all the way to Fox House. This walk is student led and is suitable for all abilities. The walk is around 10 km long. Please bring £3 for the bus back and appropriate footwear and some waterproofs, just in case, as we are in England after all!

DISCOVER SHEFFIELD BY BIKEWEDNESDAY 20TH SEPTEMBER


Come and explore Sheffield in the best way possible- on a bicycle! Our instructors from Pedal Ready will take you on a short ride to town, exploring the famous sights of Sheffield on the way – The Crucible Theatre, City Hall and Winter Gardens as well as some of the main University buildings. Bring your own bike or you are welcome to use one of ours. Helmets are provided

NETBALL CLUB MEET AND GREET WEDNESDAY 20TH SEPTEMBER

5-7pm, High Tor 2 @ The Edge, Endcliffe

If you're interested in playing netball of any level at University, come along to the Meet and Greet for all information regarding the netball opportunities on offer to you. It'll be a great chance to socialise with current netballers and meet other freshers also wanting to get involved.

BMS DEPARTMENTAL WELCOME TALKWEDNESDAY 20TH SEPTEMBER

6.30-8pm, High Tor 5 @ The Edge, Endcliffe

Welcome to BMS! We are BMSSoc and we’re here to provide advice, support and fun events during your time here! Bring your worries and questions, sign up to BMSSoc and chat to some current students, all whilst helping yourself to free food and drinks. You won’t regret it!

ACTIVITIES FAIR THURSDAY 21ST SEPTEMBER

11am - 4pm, Students’ Union

Discover over 300 societies and committees that you can join whilst you are a student at University. The societies include dance, music, political, faith, departmental and academic, and cultural groups.

DISCOVER SHEFFIELD BY BIKETHURSDAY 21ST SEPTEMBER


Come and explore Sheffield in the best way possible- on a bicycle! Our instructors from Pedal Ready will take you on a short ride to town, exploring the famous sights of Sheffield on the way – The Crucible Theatre, City Hall and Winter Gardens as well as some of the main University buildings. Bring your own bike or you are w e l c o m e to use one of ours. Helmets are provided.

DENTAL SOCIETY DEPARTMENTAL WELCOME TALKTHURSDAY 21ST SEPTEMBER

7-8.30pm, High Tor 2 @ The Edge, Endcliffe

Come along to meet the Dental Student's Society Committee and meet your new fellow course mates. An evening of ice-breakers, games and free refreshments!

LEADERSHIP PROGRAMME

Are you a qualified fitness instructor or a

Sports coach? Or would you like to volunteer

as a sports leader, help other students discover

different Sports and work towards a recognised

qualification? Part of Residence Sport is helping

students develop as Sports Leaders so if you are

interested, get in touch!Volunteering on the Sports

Programme is a great way to learn new skills and it will

also give you the chance to meet new people and get

fit in the process. There may also be an opportunity

to work towards a qualification in your field! If

you are interested, Please get in touch with

Dom, Residence Sport Coordinator:

[email protected]

MONSTER ENERGY TAKEOVERWEDNESDAY 20TH SEPTEMBER

Bar open 5pm-1am and event takes place 5-9pm

Monster Energy will be taking over The Edge Bar to bring you a sampling session, complete with a PS4 gaming pod. The event is absolutely free to attend so come on down!

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PSYCHOLOGY SOCIETY DEPARTMENTAL WELCOME TALKTHURSDAY 21ST SEPTEMBER

6.30-8pm, High Tor 5 @ The Edge, Endcliffe

Calling all Psychologists! Come on down to our freshers' week meet and greet - a great opportunity to meet other Psychology students, buy textbooks from previous students at a discounted price and get other freshers advice! This will be a one stop shop for all of your concerns and questions, so make sure you make the most of it! Details about our upcoming socials will also be provided, which I'm sure you won't want to miss out on! Some great Psychology banter and shocking Psychology related jokes will also be available for your amusement. (Three Freudians go into a bar and the barman says, "Can I see some id?" *ba dum tss*). See you there!

MUSIC QUIZTHURSDAY 21ST SEPTEMBER

Bar open 5pm-1am and event starts at 9pm

Come and play our weekly big bad music quiz with great prizes to be won. It’s completely free to play so come on down and join us.

SPORTS FAIRFRIDAY 22ND SEPTEMBER

Sports Fair, 11-4 pm, Octagon, the SU

Come and check out everything to do with Sport at University at our annual Sports Fair! All of our 58 Sports Clubs will be able to answer any questions that you may have. You will also be able to find out about Residence, Social and Intra Mural Sport as well as Performance sport. Don’t miss out!

RESIDENCE LIFE WELCOME BBQFRIDAY 22ND SEPTEMBER

3-5pm, The University Arms

You may be hungry after the Sports Fair so, while you’re on campus, how about heading to The University Arms for a BBQ? Food is absolutely FREE with your Residence Life key fob but places are limited so food will be offered on a first come, first served basis. We’ll also be putting on some fun icebreaker challenges so come along to meet new people!

GEOGRAPHY SOCIETY DEPARTMENTAL WELCOME TALKFRIDAY 22ND SEPTEMBER

5-6.30pm, High Tor 2 @ The Edge, Endcliffe

GeogSoc is one of the largest departmental societies at Sheffield University with over 300 members. We run a range of events from socials, charity fundraisers, academic help sessions, as well as having a number of sports teams. Come along to this session to learn more about our society, the committee, and how you can get involved. It is also a great opportunity to ask any questions you may have and meet people on your course over teas and coffee. See you there!

FRESHERS MANIA PRE-BARFRIDAY 22ND SEPTEMBER

Friday Night at The Edge. Bar open 5pm - 1am, The Edge Bar

Get your Friday night started with a night at The Edge - with cool tunes, cool vibes and cool drinks.

KARAOKESATURDAY 23RD SEPTEMBER

Bar open 12pm-1am and event starts at 9pm, The Edge Bar

Think you could be the next Jay-Z, Britney or Beyonce? Get those vocal chords warmed up and head to The Edge Bar for a night of karaoke.

SUNDAY NIGHT WEEKLY QUIZ SUNDAY 24TH SEPTEMBER

Bar open 12pm-12am and quiz starts 8pm, The Edge Bar

Enjoy a good pub quiz? Bring down your new flatmates to our famous Sunday night weekly quiz and see if you can win some amazing prizes, including bar tabs and our famous mystery box. This is set to be a massive event, spread over two rooms, so get down early!

SPORT

EVERYWHERE

SPORTS EQUIPMENT FREE TO HIRE!

ENDCLIFFE (MAIN RECEPTION), RANMOOR (THE

RIDGE), STUDENTS UNION (MAIN RECEPTION)

Social Sport are introducing FREE sports equipment

boxes across the University to promote a healthy and

active lifestyle on campus and in the residences. The

boxes contain equipment including frisbees, footballs,

bowls sets, Nerf throwers, Tennis Rackets and more.

Items from the ‘Sport Everywhere Box’ can be

borrowed by simply exchanging your Student

UCard as a deposit.

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WEEK ONESEXUAL HEALTH DROP-INSMONDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER

4-6pm, Goodwin Sports Centre

We work closely with Sexual Health Sheffield to bring you free, confidential advice and support. Every month Sexual Health Sheffield are at the Goodwin Sports Centre, check out http://residencelife.co.uk for dates for 2017/18. They offer free condoms, free sexual health screening and confidential advice and support.

POSTGRAD PIE IN THE PUBMONDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER

6.30pm, The University Arms, Places are limited so please register your interest at www.residencelife.co.uk

Meet other postgraduate students over a traditional pub meal at The University Arms, known for its range of real ales and locally sourced food. We will be offering a FREE pie meal and drink from their range of house products (non-alcoholic alternatives available).

RESIDENCE GYMMONDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER

9am - 11am, Goodwin Sports Centre, S10 Health Gym, Booking essential https://online.sport-sheffield.com/

We are so excited to introduce gym sessions as part of the Residence Sport Programme! Every Monday between 9-11am you will be able to use the S10 Health Gym which has over 170 pieces of state of the art fitness equipment including cardio, fixed resistance and free weights equipment. Make the most out of this opportunity and book yourself onto one of the free sessions!

LEARN TO PLAY THE UKULELEMONDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER

6.30pm, Allen Court Common Room

Want to try something new? Then come and join us for the Ukulele Group. No experience is necessary; we have lesson plans for everyone. You don’t have a ukulele?! That’s not a problem, we have ukuleles you can borrow. The Ukulele Group meet every Monday in the Allen Court Common Room 6.30pm.

RANMOOR YOGAMONDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER

7-8 pm, Dovedale @ The Ridge, Ranmoor , Booking essential https://online.sport-sheffield.com

Our free weekly Ranmoor Yoga is a great way of combating feelings of tiredness as it allows you to concentrate on your breathing and stretching in order to release any extra tension. Our experienced Yoga Instructors will take you through the correct techniques so there is no need to have any previous experience.

ALLEN COURT PILATES MONDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER

7.30-8.30pm, Momentum Gym, Allen Court

Pilates aims to strengthen the body in an even way, with particular emphasis on core strength to improve general fitness and well-being. Practitioners say regular Pilates practice can help improve posture, muscle tone, balance and joint mobility, as well as relieve stress and tension. Come and try it for yourself at our weekly free session!

SOCIAL BOXING FITNESSMONDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER

7.30-8.30pm, Goodwin Sports Centre, S&C Room, Booking essential https://online.sport-sheffield.com/

This exciting free weekly mixed session is ideal for increasing your fitness, boxing skill level and introducing you to the sport of Boxing. The workout consists of pad work, conditioning exercises and boxing technique drills under the supervision of our student leaders. All equipment is provided and all abilities are welcome.

LEARN TO RIDE A BIKE WITH PEDAL READYTUESDAY 26TH SEPT 5-8PMSATURDAY 30TH SEPT 8-11 PM

Stephenson Activity Room, You can book either by phone – (0114) 2412775 or via email: [email protected]

Have you ever wanted to learn how to ride a bike but not had the opportunity to do so? Now is your chance! You can learn the basics under the supervision of a qualified cycling instructor in the safety of an indoor venue at Endcliffe Studio. Bikes are provided.

WANT TO RUN YOUR OWN

FULLY-FUNDED EVENTS?

Become an Activity Rep and you can choose

the events that you want! We will help you to

plan events for yourself and other students in the

residences and we’ll even pay for all the snacks

and resources you need! FREE pizza? Yes please!

Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to work with and go

on socials with other Activity Reps, gain experience

helping at our large-scale events and have exclusive

access to CV-boosting skills sessions. What’s more

is you’ll gain recognition as the role is HEAR

accredited! Find out more at our workshops

on 28 September and 3 October.

WANT TO BE A BLOGGER?MONDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER

5-6pm, Allen Court Common Room or 7-8pm, High Tor 5 @ Th Edge, Endcliffe.

Do you love writing about your experiences? Or maybe you have a flair for creative writing, marketing, photography or digital media? Become a Student Blogger for Residence Life and you can blog about life in accommodation and events you’ve attended. You’ll gain CV-boosting skills and recognition on your HEAR while doing something you enjoy. So come along and find out how to become a blogger.

ENDCLIFFE MINDFULNESS AND MEDITATION MONDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER

7:30-8:30, High Tor @ Endcliffe

We are really excited to introduce a new weekly free mindfulness and meditation class as part of Residence Life! Our teacher Steve will help us to delve deep into stillness using a variety of techniques including Mantras, Mindfulness, Breath & Body Awareness and more. Every week we will concentrate on a new aspect or theme.

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SABRE LIGHT FENCINGTUESDAY 26TH SEPTEMBER

6-7pm, Dovedale @ The Ridge, Ranmoor

A modified version of Olympic sabre fencing, our free weekly 'sabre light' sessions will show you the basics of fencing through fun games, activities and challenges. Our free weekly session takes place in a friendly, safe and engaging atmosphere and is open to all abilities.

RESIDENCE RANMOOR ZUMBATUESDAY 26TH SEPTEMBER

7-8pm. Dovedale @ The Ridge, Ranmoor, All abilities welcome. Booking essential https://online.sport-sheffield.com/

Come and party yourself into shape with our free weekly Zumba class! Our qualified instructor Adele will take your through routines and will show you just why Zumba is not really a workout, but a party instead! Come on your own or bring a friend or flat mates and dance yourself to fitness!

HIGH INTENSITY FITNESS CLASSTUESDAY 26TH SEPTEMBER

7.15-8.15pm, High Tor 2 @ The Edge, Endcliffe, All equipment provided. Booking essential https://online.sport-sheffield.com/

Come and try our free weekly High Intensity Fitness Class! HIIT is a training technique in which you give all-out, one hundred percent effort through quick, intense bursts of exercise, followed by short, sometimes active, recovery periods. This type of training gets and keeps your heart rate up and burns more fat in less time.

ENDCLIFFE YOGATUESDAY 26TH SEPTEMBER

8: 30-9:30pm, High Tor 2 @ The Edge, Endcliffe, all abilities are welcome. Booking essential https://online.sport-sheffield.com/

Here at Residence Life we think is important to incorporate stretching and relaxation into your health and wellbeing so we have introduced Free Weekly Yoga! Our experienced Yoga Instructors will take you through the correct techniques and will show you how to use Yoga to improve your wellbeing.

WOMEN’S BEGINNERS MOUNTAIN BIKING WEDNESDAY 27TH SEPTEMBER

2pm, Meet at the Edge @ Endcliffe

We are so excited to introduce off road cycling for girls into our Residence Sport programme! This fun weekly session is led by our qualified female student leaders who will take you on basic off road trails around the residences. Amongst other places we will be exploring the parks and trails leading to the Peak District.

BEGINNER TO 5KM RUNNING WEDNESDAY 27TH SEPTEMBER

3-3.30pm, Meet outside the Edge, Booking essential https://online.sport-sheffield.com/

A weekly free progressive session for students of any running ability to help build up confidence and stamina. The end goal? 5km run!

RESIDENCE SPINNING WEDNESDAY 27TH SEPTEMBER

5.30-6.30 pm, Goodwin Sports Centre, S10 Health Gym, Booking essential https://online.sport-sheffield.com/

Have you heard of spinning? Spinning is the ultimate way of getting fit! It’s basically an indoor cycling session, so you get the benefits of being on the bike even if the weather is not great! The session is done to music and includes warm up, sprints, climbs, cadences and cool down. So come and try it at one of our free weekly sessions!

SOCIAL TABLE TENNISWEDNESDAY 27TH SEPTEMBER

6-7.30pm, Stephenson Activity Room, Suitable for all abilities. Booking essential https://online.sport-sheffield.com/

Do you love playing Table Tennis? You now have the opportunity to play every week completely free of charge! Our social sessions are led by qualified student leaders who will show you tips and tricks to make the game really fun!

SOCIAL WOMEN'S BOXING FITNESSWEDNESDAY 27TH SEPTEMBER

7.00-8.00pm, High Tor 2 @ The Edge, Endcliffe, All equipment provided. Booking essential https://online.sport-sheffield.com/

This free weekly session consists of pad work, conditioning exercise and boxing technique drills supervised by our fantastic Student Sport Leaders. The session is ideal for increasing your fitness, boxing skill level and introducing you to the sport of Boxing if you have never tried it before.

ALLEN COURT ZUMBAWEDNESDAY 27TH SEPTEMBER

7.30 - 8.30pm, Momentum Leisure @ Allen Court, Booking essential https://online.sport-sheffield.com/

Have you ever tried Zumba? Now is your chance! Zumba is one of the most exciting fitness classes available through the Residence Sport Programme. So come and try it for yourself and dance yourself to fitness!

QUIDDITCHTUESDAY 26TH SEPTEMBER

5-6pm, Goodwin Sports Centre, John Hawley Pitch, All equipment provided. Booking essential https://online.sport-sheffield.com/

Quidditch is a mixed contact sport with a unique mix of elements from rugby, dodgeball, and tag. It is an exciting sport to watch and even more exciting to play so come and check what this game is all about at our free weekly session.

ACTIVITY REP WORKSHOPTUESDAY 26TH SEPTEMBER

6-8pm, Allen Court Common Room

Do you want to learn some activity and event planning skills? If you’ve a passion for events, want to get involved in campus life and meet new people, come along to this workshop and find out how to become an Activity Rep. Free snacks will be provided!

ALLEN COURT MINDFULNESS AND MEDITATIONTUESDAY 26TH SEPTEMBER

7:30-8:30pm, Momentum Gym, Allen Court, Booking essential. https://online.sport-sheffield.com/

Have you never tried Meditation before? Don’t worry, this class is suitable for beginners as well as for students who have previous experience.The classes are very practically minded and are geared towards helping people switch off or unplug from their hectic routine.

MOUNTAINEERING CLUB PSYCHE TALKWEDNESDAY 27TH SEPTEMBER

6.30-8.30pm, Dovedale @ The Ridge, Ranmoor

The first Mountaineering social of the year! Learn from club members about everything that we get up to, from sunset climbs at Stanage to winter walking in Scotland.

LIVE FOOTBALL AT THE EDGE BAR

Can’t miss those all important

matches? Head to The Edge Bar to

watch football live on the big screen.

At various times - see Facebook.com/

TheEdgeBarEndcliffe or follow @The_

Edge_Bar on Twitter for details.

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5 A-SIDE FOOTBALL LEAGUE WEDNESDAY 27TH SEPTEMBER

We are excited to announce that we have put together FREE 5-a-side football league as part of your Residence Life offer! We will provide you with team kit and a free football to make sure that you play in style! All fixtures take part at Goodwin Sports Centre (The University of Sheffield) on Wednesdays. League fixtures begin in November. You need to sign up in order to take part. Places fill up fast so don’t miss out! For more information please go to https://www.sport-sheffield.com/residence-sport

SOCIAL NETBALLTHURSDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER

4-5pm, Goodwin Sports Centre, Sports Hall, Booking essential https://online.sport-sheffield.com/

Social Netball provides a weekly session for male or female students to play Netball in a fun, social and non-competitive environment. The session will be led by experienced sports leaders who will help you develop new skills, improve fitness and enjoy the game. The session is available to all students of all abilities.

SOCIAL LACROSSETHURSDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER

6-7pm, Sheffield High School, All equipment provided. Booking essential https://online.sport-sheffield.com/

Are you interested in Lacrosse? Now is your chance to play completely free of charge! For those that are new to the sport, Lacrosse is played with a stick- the Crosse, which must be mastered by the player to throw, catch and scoop the ball. But don't worry, our friendly student leaders will show you all you need to know to get involved in this exhilarating sport!

SOCIAL ULTIMATE FRISBEETHURSDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER

5-6pm Goodwin Sports Centre, Pitch X, No equipment needed. Booking essential https://online.sport-sheffield.com/

Ultimate is a fast-moving team sport enjoyed by hundreds of thousands of players. Although frequently compared to sports like Soccer or American Football, Ultimate has some unique features that set it apart. It’s the perfect sport for beginners as the game is easy to learn and fun to play. So come down to one our free weekly sessions!

SOCIAL TOUCH RUGBYTHURSDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER

6-7pm, Goodwin Sports Centre, John Hawley Pitch, No equipment needed. Booking essential. http:// online.sport-sheffield.com

Come and try our Free Social Touch Rugby session! Touch is a non-contact version of rugby so you get the benefits and fun of playing the sport but without the usual impact! The session will be led by experienced sports leaders who will help you to develop new skills, improve fitness and enjoy the game. The session is available to both male and female students of all abilities.

SELF-DEFENCE FOR WOMENTHURSDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER

6-7pm , High Tor 2 @ The Edge, Endcliffe

This free weekly session will help you understand the basics of self-defence. Our qualified instructor will take you through practical elements of blocking techniques, defences and strikes as well as how to diffuse difficult situations and confrontations.

ACTIVITY REP WORKSHOPTHURSDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER

6-8pm, High Tor 5 @ The Edge, Endcliffe

Do you want to learn some activity and event planning skills? If you’ve a passion for events, want to get involved in campus life and meet new people, come along to this workshop and find out how to become an Activity Rep. Free pizza will be provided! Can’t make it? don’t worry! Come along on 3 October, same time same place.

ENDCLIFFE FITNESS CLASS THURSDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER

7-8pm, High Tor 2 @ The Edge, Endcliffe, All abilities are welcome. Booking essential https://online.sport-sheffield.com/

Getting fit has never been easier! We are really excited to deliver a free weekly fitness class right on your doorstep at Endcliffe! The class consists of general conditioning with elements of LBT, Cardio, Pilates and many more!

ALLEN COURT YOGA THURSDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER

7.30 - 8.30pm, Momentum Leisure, Allen Court, All abilities are welcome. Equipment provided. Booking essential https://online.sport-sheffield.com/

We have partnered up with the Momentum Gym to deliver a Yoga session right on your doorstep at Allen Court! Yoga is a great way to combat feelings of tiredness as it allows you to concentrate on your breathing and gently stretch to release any extra tension. You are guaranteed to finish the class as relaxed as ever!

THURSDAY ENDCLIFFE YOGATHURSDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER

8.15-9.15pm, High Tor 2 @ The Edge, Endcliffe, All abilities are welcome. Equipment provided. Booking essential https://online.sport-sheffield.com/

Due to popular demand, we have now introduced another Free Yoga class at Endcliffe! This session will focus primarily on Vinyasa Flow which coordinates movement with breath, to flow from one pose to the next. You are guaranteed to finish the class as relaxed as ever!

MUSIC QUIZTHURSDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER

Bar open from 5pm and event starts at 9pm. The Edge Bar

Come and play our weekly big bad music quiz with great prizes to be won. It’s completely free to play so come on down and join us.

SOCIAL WOMEN'S FOOTBALLFRIDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER

4-5 pm at Goodwin , 5-a-side pitches

Do you love playing football? You have an opportunity to get involved in our weekly Social Women’s Football session free of charge! This session is open to female students to participate in football in a fun, social and non-competitive environment.

SOCIAL BOOTCAMPFRIDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER

4:30-5:30 pm, The Studio, Goodwin Sports Centre

Our free weekly Social Boot Camp session is a great way to increase health, fitness, strength and general wellbeing. It comprised of a variety of exercises completed consecutively for a certain duration of time or a certain number of repetitions.

OUTDOOR BOULDERINGWEEK 1 THURSDAY 12:30 – 5 PM WEEK 2 SATURDAY 1:30- 5 PMBooking essential - https://online.sport-sheffield.com/ Meet outside Goodwin

Come and explore what the Peak District is famous for- gritstone bouldering! Our qualified leaders will facilitate this free weekly fun sport in a safe and encouraging way. All equipment is provided. Come in comfortable clothing and bring some water, snacks, waterproofs and £3 for the bus. Suitable for all abilities. This session alternates between Thursday and Saturday starting on Thursday 28th September.

SHEFFIELD 3 FITNESS CLASSWEDNESDAY 27TH SEPTEMBER

7-7:45 pm, Sheffield 3, Booking essential. https://online.sport-sheffield.com/

We are excited to introduce a new venue and session to our Residence Sport Programme! We are collaborating with Sheffield 3 to deliver a brand new free weekly fitness class! This session will be 45 minutes long and will be perfect if you want to kick start your health and fitness journey!

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SOCIAL VOLLEYBALLFRIDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER

5-6 pm, Goodwin Sports Centre, Sports Hall,

Volleyball is a team sport in which two teams of six players are separated by a net. Each team tries to score points by grounding a ball on the other team's court under organized rules. Social Volleyball provides a weekly session for students who want to try the game or play regularly in a cheap, safe, non-competitive and social environment.

RESIDENCE SWIMMINGFRIDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER

6-8pm, Goodwin Sports Centre, Booking essential https://online.sport-sheffield.com/

Come down to Goodwin and experience Sport Sheffield’s very own 33 metre indoor heated pool, completely free of charge! This free weekly session is on every Friday between 6-8pm, courtesy of Residence Life. And the best thing about it is that you can use the sauna and steam room after your swim!

RESIDENCE BOULDERINGFRIDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER

7:20- 10 pm, Goodwin Sports Centre, The Matrix , No equipment needed. Booking essential, https://online.sport-sheffield.com/

Have you ever wanted to try bouldering? Now is your chance! Bouldering is a form of climbing without the use of ropes. It’s a great way to build your climbing skill and strength as it allows you to practice moves whilst being at a safe distance from the ground. Enjoy a free 40 minute session led by a climbing instructor. All abilities welcome.

RESIDENCE SQUASHFRIDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER

7:20-9 pm, Goodwin Sports Centre, Squash Courts, Booking essential https://online.sport-sheffield.com/

Squash has been rated in 2003 as the number one healthiest sport to play, so why don't you book one of our free 40 minutes sessions every Friday between 7.20pm - 10pm? We will provide the racquets and balls so there is no need for you to bring anything apart from comfortable clothing and trainers!

PARKRUNSATURDAY 30TH SEPTEMBER

8:30 am, Meet outside the Edge, To access your free barcode, please go to http://www.parkrun.org.uk/register

ParkRun is a free, weekly 5km timed run that takes place all around the world! It's open to everyone and it is a great way to socialise and develop your fitness. Why not join our weekly Social Running sessions to improve your running before taking part in ParkRun?The closest ParkRun to you starts at Endcliffe Park.

RESIDENCE MOUNTAIN BIKINGSATURDAY 30TH SEPTEMBER

10am - 1pm, The Edge, Endcliffe, (outside the main reception), Bikes and safety equipment is provided. Booking essential https://online.sport-sheffield.com/

This exciting weekly free session is be led by our qualified student leaders who will take you on basic off road trails around the residences. On our first ride we will be exploring the parks and trails leading to the Peak District. Please note that you need to be able to ride a bike to participate in this activity.

SOCIAL DODGEBALLSATURDAY 30TH SEPTEMBER

1:30-2:30 pm, Goodwin Sports Centre, Sports Hall, All equipment provided. Booking essential. https://online.sport-sheffield.com/

There is a brand new sport in town! Dodgeball is a great fun and social game that is a must try for students. Whether you want to just try something new, increase your activity level in a non-traditional way or want to throw some balls at your mates, come down to the weekly free sessions and give it a try!

SOCIAL WOMEN'S BASKETBALLSATURDAY 30TH SEPTEMBER

2:30-3:30 pm, Goodwin Sports Centre, Sports Hall, All abilities are welcome! Booking essential. https://online.sport-sheffield.com/

If you want to do something fun whilst getting fit and healthy in the process, basketball might just be the thing for you! Our designated women’s basketball session is led by student leaders who are happy to show you the basics of basketball in a social and fun environment.

SOCIAL FUTSALSATURDAY 30TH SEPTEMBER

3:30-4:30 pm, Goodwin Sports Centre, Sports Hall, All abilities welcome. Booking essential. https://online.sport-sheffield.com/

Futsal is played with a smaller, less bouncy ball than regular football, with emphasis on flair, creativity, skill and technique. So come and have a free friendly game within a structured session, overseen by one of our Student Sport Leaders.

SOCIAL MEN'S BASKETBALLSUNDAY 1ST OCTOBER

10am -12pm Goodwin Sports Centre, Sports Hall, The session is available to all students of all abilities. Booking essential https://online.sport-sheffield.com/

Do you love playing basketball? Residence Life is so excited to introduce Men's basketball into our programme! And the best thing about it? You can come and play every week, completely free of charge! The session will be led by experienced sports leaders who will help you to develop new skills, improve fitness and enjoy the game.

SAFE CITY CYCLINGSUNDAY 1ST OCTOBER

10 am. The Edge @ Endcliffe, All safety equipment including helmets are provided. To book your place email [email protected] or contact (0114) 2412775

Do you want to start cycling to your lectures or to the City Centre but don’t feel quite confident cycling on busy roads of Sheffield? Don’t worry, we have it covered! Every Sunday during the term you will be able to cycle under the qualified instructors from Pedal Ready and learn how to interact with traffic and gain confidence and awareness riding on busy roads and junctions. Bring your own bike or you can use one of ours all free of charge.

SHEFFIELD 3 YOGAFRIDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER

7-8 pm, Sheffield 3, Booking essential https://online.sport-sheffield.com/

We are adding yet another Yoga session to our Residence Sport Programme! This time we have partnered up with Sheffield 3 to provide you with a free weekly Yoga class. Our qualified instructor will take you through some basic yoga poses and stretches as well as explain the correct breathing techniques for the ultimate relaxation.

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SOCIAL BADMINTONSUNDAY 1ST OCTOBER

1-3 pm, Goodwin Sports Centre, Sports Hall, The session is available to all students of all abilities. Booking essential https://online.sport-sheffield.com/

Do you love playing badminton but don’t want to commit to a team? Our free social session might be the perfect thing for you! The session will be led by experienced sports leaders who will help you develop new skills, improve fitness and enjoy the game.

SOCIAL FOOTBALLSUNDAY 1ST OCTOBER

4-5 pm, Goodwin Sports Centre, 5 -a side Pitches, No equipment needed. Booking essential https://online.sport-sheffield.com/

Do you love playing football? We are really excited to provide you with the opportunity to play football for free in our weekly Football session! You can come on your own or bring your housemates and have a casual game or get involved in a training session led by our qualified student leaders!

LEARN TO PLAY UKULELE SUNDAY 1ST OCTOBER

5-6.30pm High Tor 3 @ The Edge, Endcliffe or 7-8.30pm Chee Dale @The Ridge, Ranmoor

Want to try something new? Then come and join us for the Ukulele Group. No experience is necessary; we have lesson plans for everyone. You don’t have a ukulele?! That’s not a problem, we have ukuleles you can borrow. The Ukulele Group meet every Sunday in High Tor 3 at 5pm or in Chee Dale at 7pm.

SUNDAY NIGHT WEEKLY QUIZ SUNDAY 1ST OCTOBER

Bar open 12pm-12am and quiz starts 9pm, The Edge Bar

Enjoy a good pub quiz? Bring down your new flatmates to our famous Sunday night weekly quiz and see if you can win some amazing prizes, including bar tabs and our famous mystery box.

INTRO WEEKAT THE EDGE BAR

Live Premier League Football


Open 12pm-1am Open 12pm-3am Open 5pm-1am

Starts @ 9pm, win bar tabs & more!

Doors @ 10pm, tickets £5 adv.

Get those vocal chords warmed up and head to the

Edge Bar for 9pm for a night of Karaoke

Starts @ 9pm, win bar tabs & more!

Starts @ 8pm, win bar tabs, the mystery box & more in the Edge

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* HAVANA NIGHTS PARTY TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM WWW.RESIDENCELIFE.CO.UK



Bingo!

Monster Energy takeover!

5-9pm with PS4 gaming pod

Music Quiz

Pub QuizKaraoke

Meet the Brewer with Abbeydale Brewery

Starts @ 8pm, meet one of Sheffield’s top breweries + free

samples through the night!

FRIDAY NIGHT @ THE EDGE BAR

Get your Friday night started with a night at The Edge - with cool tunes, cool vibes, great

drinks and great people.

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BOOKING FOR A SESSIONBooking before all sessions is required. This can be done either;In person: Goodwin Sports Centre, gym receptionOnline: online.sport-sheffield.com (login through university account, find sessions in the Social Sport / Residence Sport pages)

KEY CONTACTSAny enquiries regarding the Social Sport / Residence Sport programme, please contact:Martin Cook - Social Sport [email protected] / 0114 222 6977

James Blencowe - Social Sport [email protected] / 0114 222 6978

Dominika Kolarova - Residence Sport [email protected] / 0114 222 6967

Goodwin Sports Centre, Northumberland Road, S10 2TYRanmoor Student Accommodation, Shore Lane, S10 3BUAllen Court City Student Accommodation, St George’s Close, S3 7HBStephenson Hall, Oakholme Road, S10 3DGEndcliffe Student Accommodation, Endcliffe Crescent, S10 3EDPearson Building, Collegiate Crescent Campus, S10 2BP

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• All abilities welcome

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LOCATIONS

If you’re unsure of where to go for any of these activities, check out these campus maps: http://www.sheffield.ac.uk/visitors/mapsandtravel or just ask your Residence Mentor. Stanage car park is at The Edge and Hedge of friendship is at The Ridge and at all tour locations including City and Sheffield 3 please look out for the Residence Mentors holding signs.

TICKETS

Most of the things you see in the programme are completely free. If you see a price next to something you will need to buy a ticket. Tickets for events at the Students’ Union are available at the Student’s Union Box Office. Tickets for events at The Edge or The Ridge are available from: http://onlineshop.shef.ac.uk/

HOW TO BOOK ON RESIDENCE SPORT ACTIVITIES

As our Residence Life Sports programme gets very popular, you need to book your free space before turning up to sessions. Please note that if you don’t book, you may not be able to participate.

1. Go to: sport-sheffield.com

2. Select Online Bookings: It will give you an option to select online bookings or online membership. Select online bookings.

3. Log into muse: If you are already logged in, it will automatically take you through the booking page. If not, please log in.

4. Select 'Residence Sport': In order to access free activities, please click on 'Residence Sport'.

5. Pick your activity: You'll see the sports and activities that are available to book for the week. Bookings will open four days in advance of each activity in order to make sure that everyone gets a chance to book each week.

6. Click 'Book Activity': If the activity isn't found, it's because the booking for the activity is not yet open or alternatively, it's fully booked

7. Please note: it's important that if you book, you honour your place and attend. You can cancel your booking online or at Goodwin Reception. Please make sure that you arrive to the session on time. If you are late, you may not be allowed to participate.For more information please contact Dom, your Residence Sport Coordinator: [email protected]

THERE’S MORE...

The Residence Life Programme runs throughout the year; this is just the beginning! Plus look out for your ‘What’s On Weekly’ emails and keep checking the Residence Life Portal for details on all the upcoming activities, events and sports.

CONTACT US:www.residencelife.co.uk

[email protected]

/residencelifeTUoS

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from you.”

BEL, DOM, EMMA AND SARAH

[email protected]

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