{"id":30189,"date":"2026-02-03T10:59:37","date_gmt":"2026-02-03T02:59:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/?post_type=oasis-news&#038;p=30189"},"modified":"2026-02-03T11:29:27","modified_gmt":"2026-02-03T03:29:27","slug":"7-ways-to-stay-active-on-campus-this-semester","status":"publish","type":"oasis-news","link":"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/oasis-news\/7-ways-to-stay-active-on-campus-this-semester\/","title":{"rendered":"7 ways to stay active on campus this semester"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>Reading time: 2 minutes<\/em><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>New semester, fresh routine and that familiar promise to be more active? We\u2019ve got you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re into gym sessions, social sport, or trying a brand-new activity, Curtin Sport &amp; Recreation makes it easy to move more, feel good, and have fun at Curtin Stadium!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read below to discover your fit, or jump ahead to the program that interests you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#fitness\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#fitness\">Fitness Centre<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#mural\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#mural\">Inter-Mural Sport<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#beginner\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#beginner\">Beginner Programs<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#freeplay\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#freeplay\">FreePlay<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#clubs\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#clubs\">Sporting Clubs<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#crews\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#crews\">Carnaby Crews<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#social\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#social\">Social Sport<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-intro-font-size\" id=\"fitness\"><strong>1. Train at the Fitness Centre<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You might not know, but there\u2019s a 900 sqm fully equipped fitness centre right inside Curtin Stadium. The Curtin Stadium Fitness Centre is one of the easiest ways for students to stay active and smash their fitness goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Choose from gym-only or all-access memberships with group fitness classes included.<\/p>\n\n\n<section\n                class=\"block block--no-indent cards \"\n        data-segment=\"all\">\n    \n        <div class=\"card-grid\"\n         data-card-size=\"standard\"         data-card-count=\"2\"\n         data-card-background=\"white\">\n                    <div id=\"semester-saver-pass\" class=\"card\"\n         data-type=\"\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"card__title\"><h2 class=\"h2\">Semester Saver Pass<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"card__content\"><p>Enjoy the huge savings this O-Week with the Semester Saver Pass:<\/p><ul>\nSemester 1 (18 weeks) from $110<br \/>\nSemester 1 &amp; 2 (40 weeks ) from $240<\/ul><p>That\u2019s about the price of a coffee a week! And the pass includes:<\/p><ul>\nUnlimited standard group fitness classes<br \/>\nA complimentary fitness appraisal every 3 months (including a body composition scan and personalised training program)<\/ul><p>Hurry: offer ends 22 February. T&amp;Cs apply. <\/p><\/div><div class=\"card__links\"><ul class=\"link-list link-list--magenta pink-links\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/sport\/gym\/membership-options-2\/\" aria-label=\"Explore membership options\"\n                                           target=\"_top\">Explore membership options<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>                    <div id=\"freefit\" class=\"card\"\n         data-type=\"\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"card__title\"><h2 class=\"h2\">FreeFit<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"card__content\"><p>Enjoy weekly group fitness classes <strong>100% FREE for Curtin students<\/strong>. Perfect for beginners or anyone short on time. Sign in daily at Curtin Stadium reception (first come, first served)<\/p><\/div><div class=\"card__links\"><ul class=\"link-list link-list--magenta pink-links\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/sport\/gym\/free-fit\/\" aria-label=\"Discover the timetable \"\n                                           target=\"_top\">Discover the timetable <\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>            <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-intro-font-size\" id=\"mural\"><strong>2. Compete in Intra-Mural Sport<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Intra-mural sport is all about friendly competition, meeting new people, and staying active &#8211; no experience needed.<\/p>\n\n\n<section\n                class=\"block block--no-indent cards \"\n        data-segment=\"all\">\n    \n        <div class=\"card-grid\"\n         data-card-size=\"standard\"         data-card-count=\"2\"\n         data-card-background=\"white\">\n                    <div id=\"challenge-other-faculties\" class=\"card\"\n         data-type=\"\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"card__title\"><h2 class=\"h2\">Challenge other faculties<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"card__content\"><p>Show your faculty pride and compete for points, glory, and the Alan Barblett Shield Wednesdays from 12pm to 2pm.<\/p><p>Upcoming dates:<\/p><ul>\n18 Feb \u2013 Badminton<br \/>\n11 Mar \u2013 Futsal<br \/>\n23 Mar \u2013 Volleyball<br \/>\n22 Apr \u2013 Basketball<\/ul><\/div><div class=\"card__links\"><ul class=\"link-list link-list--magenta pink-links\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/sport\/social-sport-play\/free-student-programs\/\" aria-label=\"Learn more\"\n                                           target=\"_top\">Learn more<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>                    <div id=\"represent-your-residence\" class=\"card\"\n         data-type=\"\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"card__title\"><h2 class=\"h2\">Represent your Residence<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"card__content\"><p>Living on campus? Represent your residence in FREE sports games at Curtin Stadium.<br \/>\nIt all kicks off with the Residence Games in O-Week (Thursday, 12 February | 4\u20136 pm)<\/p><p>Weekly games run every Thursday:<\/p><ul>\nGames: 1\u20133 pm<br \/>\nSocial event: 3\u20134 pm<\/ul><p>Key dates:<\/p><ul>\n26 Feb \u2013 Badminton<br \/>\n19 Mar \u2013 Volleyball<br \/>\n30 Apr \u2013 Futsal<\/ul><\/div><div class=\"card__links\"><ul class=\"link-list link-list--magenta pink-links\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/sport\/social-sport-play\/free-student-programs\/\" aria-label=\"Learn more\"\n                                           target=\"_top\">Learn more<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>            <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-intro-font-size\" id=\"beginner\"><strong>3. Start with Beginner Programs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Curtin Experiences are 5-week beginner programs run by Curtin\u2019s affiliated sport clubs and designed especially for students who are new to sport or returning after a break.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Huge student discount: Curtin students receive 75% off, paying just $18.75 for the full 5-week program. That\u2019s less than $4 a week!<\/p>\n\n\n<section\n                class=\"block block--no-indent cards \"\n        data-segment=\"all\">\n    \n        <div class=\"card-grid\"\n         data-card-size=\"standard\"         data-card-count=\"2\"\n         data-card-background=\"white\">\n                    <div id=\"semester-1-block-1-experiences-on-offer\" class=\"card\"\n         data-type=\"\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"card__title\"><h2 class=\"h2\">Semester 1 \u2013 Block 1 Experiences on offer<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"card__content\"><p>These programs are the perfect way to build skills, confidence, and friendships before progressing into club training or ongoing participation.<\/p><ul>\nBadminton \u2013 Beginner<br \/>\nKarate \u2013 Kickstart<br \/>\nShorinji Kempo \u2013 Beginner<br \/>\nTennis \u2013 Beginner<br \/>\nRowing \u2013 Beginner<br \/>\nHockey \u2013 Beginner<br \/>\nYoga \u2013 Beginner<br \/>\nPickleball \u2013 Beginner<\/ul><\/div><div class=\"card__links\"><ul class=\"link-list link-list--magenta pink-links\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/sport\/social-sport-play\/curtin-experiences\/\" aria-label=\"Learn more\"\n                                           target=\"_top\">Learn more<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>                    <div id=\"discover-and-do\" class=\"card\"\n         data-type=\"\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"card__title\"><h2 class=\"h2\">Discover and Do <\/h2><\/div><div class=\"card__content\"><p>These programs, including Water Safety and Learn to Ride, are designed for students who may be building confidence and foundational skills for the first time. <\/p><p>Led by expert instructors, these programs are delivered in a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment. Pay as little as $20 to participate in a Discover and Do program. <\/p><\/div><div class=\"card__links\"><ul class=\"link-list link-list--magenta pink-links\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/sport\/social-sport-play\/discover-and-do\/\" aria-label=\"Learn more \"\n                                           target=\"_top\">Learn more <\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>            <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-intro-font-size\" id=\"freeplay\"><strong>4. Play for free with FreePlay<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take a study break and get moving. Enjoy free court hire during teaching week- equipment included. Just check the FreePlay schedule, grab your friends, and sign in at reception for your chance to win aweekly prize.<\/p>\n\n\n<section          class=\"block button-block\" role=\"complementary\" aria-label=\"Button block\"\n         data-segment=\"all\">\n\n        \n<div class=\"block-heading hidden\" data-segment=\"dom\">\n                                <h2 class=\"block-heading__title \" id=\"button-block\">Button block<\/h2>\n            \n                        \n                        \n                            <\/div>\n\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/sport\/social-sport-play\/free-student-programs\/\" class=\"button button--black\" target=\"_blank\">Check the schedule<\/a>    \n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-intro-font-size\" id=\"clubs\"><strong>5. Join a Sporting Club<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Curtin-affiliated clubs compete in local competitions and are recognised by their sporting bodies. These clubs give students access to competitive sport opportunities that extend beyond campus, supported through a strategic partnership with Curtin.<\/p>\n\n\n<section          class=\"block button-block\" role=\"complementary\" aria-label=\"Button block\"\n         data-segment=\"all\">\n\n        \n<div class=\"block-heading hidden\" data-segment=\"dom\">\n                                <h2 class=\"block-heading__title \" id=\"button-block\">Button block<\/h2>\n            \n                        \n                        \n                            <\/div>\n\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/sport\/competitive-sport\/clubs\/\" class=\"button button--black\" target=\"_top\">Join a club<\/a>    \n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-intro-font-size\" id=\"crews\"><strong>6. Train with Carnaby Crew<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Carnaby Crew is your pathway into university sport, designed to help you build confidence, develop skills, and explore opportunities to represent Curtin University in the inter-varsity sporting scene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Run in the mornings during the semester, Carnaby Crew offers a relaxed, welcoming training environment with experienced coaches on hand to support and guide you &#8211; while still keeping things casual and flexible. Open to all experience levels.<\/p>\n\n\n<section          class=\"block button-block\" role=\"complementary\" aria-label=\"Button block\"\n         data-segment=\"all\">\n\n        \n<div class=\"block-heading hidden\" data-segment=\"dom\">\n                                <h2 class=\"block-heading__title \" id=\"button-block\">Button block<\/h2>\n            \n                        \n                        \n                            <\/div>\n\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/sport\/social-sport-play\/free-student-programs\/\" class=\"button button--black\" target=\"_blank\">Explore Carnaby Crews<\/a>    \n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-intro-font-size\" id=\"social\"><strong>7. Get Social with Social Sport<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Social Sport is a structured evening competition open to the entire Curtin community. Registrations may be closed, but teams are always looking for players. Jump into the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/175650455934834\/#_=_\"><strong>Social Sport Facebook group<\/strong><\/a> to find a team or post your interest. <\/p>\n\n\n<section          class=\"block button-block\" role=\"complementary\" aria-label=\"Button block\"\n         data-segment=\"all\">\n\n        \n<div class=\"block-heading hidden\" data-segment=\"dom\">\n                                <h2 class=\"block-heading__title \" id=\"button-block\">Button block<\/h2>\n            \n                        \n                        \n                            <\/div>\n\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/sport\/social-sport-play\/social-sport\/\" class=\"button button--black\" target=\"_top\">Discover sports on offer<\/a>    \n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you\u2019re into gym sessions, social sport, or trying a brand-new activity, Curtin Sport &amp; Recreation makes it easy to move more, feel good, and have fun. | Reading time: 2 mins.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4412,"featured_media":30193,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":true,"_oasis_is_in_workflow":0,"_oasis_original":0,"_oasis_task_priority":"","_relevanssi_hide_post":"","_relevanssi_hide_content":"","_relevanssi_pin_for_all":"","_relevanssi_pin_keywords":"","_relevanssi_unpin_keywords":"","_relevanssi_related_keywords":"","_relevanssi_related_include_ids":"","_relevanssi_related_exclude_ids":"","_relevanssi_related_no_append":"","_relevanssi_related_not_related":"","_relevanssi_related_posts":"7457,4854,8309,7652,25140,4569","_relevanssi_noindex_reason":"","wds_primary_oasis-categories":0,"footnotes":""},"oasis-categories":[],"class_list":["post-30189","oasis-news","type-oasis-news","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":{"post_options":{"":null,"banner":{"image":false}}},"featured_image":"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/AVPH2796_SocoStudios-1000x500.jpg","author_meta":{"first_name":"Louis","last_name":"Humberstone","display_name":"Louis Humberstone"},"publishpress_future_action":{"enabled":false,"date":"2026-04-11 01:58:29","action":"change-status","newStatus":"draft","terms":[],"taxonomy":"oasis-categories","extraData":[]},"publishpress_future_workflow_manual_trigger":{"enabledWorkflows":[]},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/oasis-news\/30189","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/oasis-news"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/oasis-news"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4412"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/oasis-news\/30189\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/30193"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=30189"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"oasis-categories","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/oasis-categories?post=30189"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}