New Year's Membership Offer
Start Your New Year Right with Our Exclusive January Membership Offer
A New Year often inspires us to envision big changes, setting ambitious goals to transform our lives. But have you noticed how quickly those resolutions start to feel daunting? It’s not just you - 80% of resolutions fail because they’re too overwhelming. The result? By February, many of us have given up entirely.
This year, let’s try a different approach. Instead of aiming for perfection, focus on small, consistent changes that build healthy habits over time. Research shows that even modest amounts of exercise can have profound health benefits. Just 11 minutes of daily activity can lower your risk of cardiovascular disease and improve your overall wellbeing. And if you’re ready to do a little more, NHS guidelines recommend 2.5 hours of moderate-intensity exercise each week.
By starting small, you’ll find it easier to stay motivated, enjoy immediate benefits, and create sustainable routines for the long haul. That’s where we come in.
6-month January Memberships
We’re here to make your fitness goals easier and more achievable. This January, we’re offering an exclusive 6-month membership deal that sets you up for success:
- Pay for 5 months and get 6 months of membership! Start your fitness journey with a bonus month on us.
- Earn a FREE additional month: Use our facilities 52 times in 6 months - that’s just two bookings per week - and we’ll reward you with an extra month of membership at no additional cost.
Why Choose Us?
At Ravelin Sports Centre, we’re open to everyone—students, staff, and the wider community. With memberships tailored to suit all fitness levels, you can access state-of-the-art gym facilities, swim in our pristine pool, attend energising fitness classes, and enjoy climbing, squash, and more. No matter your starting point, we’re here to support your health journey every step of the way.
Take the First Step Today
Don’t let the pressure of big resolutions stop you from making progress. Commit to small, meaningful changes with a membership that encourages consistency and rewards your efforts. Start 2025 with a focus on building habits that last—because your health is worth it.
Ready to take the first step? Sign up for our January membership offer now and set yourself up for success in the New Year. Let’s make this the year of progress, not perfection.
If a 6-month Ultimate membership is not what you’re looking for our Core, Super and Ultimate memberships are all still available on a monthly and annual basis, but you won’t get up to £49.99 worth of savings with any other membership than the 6-month Ultimate. Don't miss out!
Start Strong in 2025 with Our Exclusive 6-Month Offer!
Ready to make this your year? Get 6 months of membership for the price of 5! Plus, if you visit regularly, we’ll reward you with an extra month for FREE. Start building lasting habits today!
Student membership
Get a 6-month membership and cover yourself until the end of the summer term. Future you will appreciate, well you.
Staff membership
For University of Portsmouth staff and contractors, UPAT staff, ICP staff and Innovation Connect members
Associate membership
Memberships for University of Portsmouth graduates, the families of students and staff (that share an address), retired staff and over 60s
Frequently asked questions
You can qualify for a free month if you attend 52 days (counted as bookings) over the duration of your 6-month membership. Multiple bookings in a single day (for example a gym session followed by a swim session) will be counted as a single visit. To redeem your free month email sport-sales@port.ac.uk. This offer is non-transferable and must be added at the end of the 6-month term and cannot be delayed, the offer also holds no monetary value.
We don't offer free trial sessions, however, you are able to purchase a single gym session pass for £8.50. Check out our other pay-as-you-go prices and activities.
If you consider yourself to be a competent gym user you will not be required to book an induction. However, if you are not a confident gym user you can book a free 1-to-1 gym induction with one of our fitness instructors or watch our induction video for guidance.
No joining fee, just quick access.
You can freeze your direct debit for a maximum of 6 months. Due to the freeze always starting from the payment date, we require 5 days' notice before your next payment date to freeze your membership. To freeze your membership, please fill out the form at the bottom of our Customer Support page or through the Customer Support button in the UOP Sport app. You can only freeze annual memberships in the event of illness or injury – evidence may be required and is down to the discretion of management.
You can cancel your membership easily - we need to receive your request in writing and 14-days notice to cancel a membership. You can request to cancel your membership easily through our customer support form.
Once you have activated your membership, download our UOP Sport app, use your email and password to log in then you can book classes as you please! You can also book through our online booking system connect. If you forget your password you can easily reset your password through our online booking system. If you're still struggling - come and speak to us in Ravelin Sports Centre.
Memberships to University sports clubs are only open to University of Portsmouth students.
Unfortunately not, we know it's boring, but due to health and safety requirements, we need each individual to sign up to ensure they agree to our health commitment statement, terms, conditions and rules of use as well as confirm their competency in some areas.
We don't currently offer a family membership. Our Ultimate memberships do however include one designated under-16 swim whenever you swim and a 10% discount on swimming lessons for you or a child, you'll also get a discount on other activities. Your designated under-16 can be assigned to your account on your first visit.
You can collect an RFID sticker (which can be stuck to your phone) on your first visit, or use our UOP Sport app (which you will also use for booking your sessions). Scanning entry-point QR codes through the UOP Sport app will give you access to all the areas of the sports centre you need, to be able to do the activities you have selected as part of your membership.