This Takeover is a special evening at Ravelin Sports Centre, created exclusively for UOP students. Whether you’re a Fresher finding your feet at university or a returning student looking for something different to do, you’re invited to come along and experience an evening packed with activities, entertainment and plenty of ways to get involved.
From trying out different sports and activities to taking part in something completely new, there’ll be lots to explore throughout the evening. You can choose what you want to do, move between activities and make the most of everything The Takeover has to offer.
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Friday 16 October
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7.00-10.30pm
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Ravelin Sports Centre
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Open to all UOP students
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£3 tickets are now available
You must have a valid ticket to attend The Takeover. Once you’ve got your ticket, you’ll be able to book your activity sessions through the UOP Sport app from Monday 12 October. Make sure you’re ready to book when sessions open, as spaces for individual activities will be limited.
Please note: The Takeover is for students only. Ravelin Sports Centre will close and reopen exclusively for students during the event, and you must have a ticket to enter.
Why should you come to The Takeover?
Looking for something fun to do, a chance to meet new people, or just an excuse to try something completely different? The Takeover is your night to come along, have a go and enjoy yourself, with good music, great energy and plenty going on.
You don’t need to be sporty, experienced or good at anything. No one’s keeping score, no one’s judging, and there’s zero pressure to push yourself. Whether you’re trying an activity for the first time or giving something another go, it’s all about having fun and seeing what happens. You might nail it, you might completely bail, and either way, you’ll probably have a laugh.
Come solo, bring your friends or meet new people when you get here. The Takeover is a great way to connect with other UOP students, especially if you’re still finding your feet at university. You could come not knowing anyone and leave having made a few new friends, found a new activity you love, or even discovered your next favourite way to spend an evening.
Expect a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere where you can get involved at your own pace, try something new and enjoy being part of the UOP community. Come for the activities, stay because it’s actually fun. The only rule? Be yourself, have a go and have a great time.
Get your ticket for The Takeover now!
Only £3 for a fantastic evening full of positivity, sport, and fun. You can book up to 4 sessions in our UOP Sport app from Monday 12 October!
What activities can I try at The Takeover?
- Gym sessions and instructor-led workshops
- Free and instructor-led swimming
- Fitness classes and course tasters, including Yoga, Dance, Pilates, Spinning and more
- Climbing and Squash
- Sport sessions, such as Trampolining, Fencing, Rowing, Badminton and more
- Art and craft stations, Team UOP Sports Clubs, the Union's societies, Nutrition talks and more
The Takeover - Timetable
Gym
| Instructor-led sessions - Learn how to Squat | 7.15-7.45pm | Ravelin Gym |
| Instructor-led sessions - Learn how to Deadlift | 8.00-8.30pm | Ravelin Gym |
| Instructor-led sessions - Learn how to Bench | 8.45-9.15pm | Ravelin Gym |
| Instructor-led sessions - Learn how to Hip Thrust | 9.30-10.00pm | Ravelin Gym |
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Functional circuit |
7.30-8.00pm | Ravelin Gym |
| Free Body Composition analysis | Available throughout the evening | Ravelin gym |
Fitness Classes
| Pilates for Beginners Course Taster | 7.10-7.40pm | Studio 1&2 |
| Virtual Cycling Trip | 7.10-7.55pm | Studio 3 |
| Yoga for Beginners | 7.45-8.15pm | Studio 1&2 |
| Virtual Cycling Sprint | 8.05-8.35pm | Studio 3 |
| Yoga for Managing Stress | 8.20-8.50pm | Studio 1&2 |
| Virtual Cycling Trip | 8.45-9.30pm | Studio 3 |
| Zumba for Beginners | 8.55-9.25pm | Studio 1&2 |
| Latin Revolution Course Taster | 9.30-10.00pm | Studio 1&2 |
Seminar
| Nutrition Support Taster | 7.15-7.30pm | Ravelin Gym |
| Nutrition Support Taster | 8.15-8.30pm | Ravelin Gym |
Swimming
| Learn to Swim | 7.15-8.00pm |
Lanes 5-8 (1.3m) |
| Starts and Turns Workshop | 7.15-8.00pm | Lanes 1-4 (2.0m) |
| Synchronised Swimming | 8.05-8.55pm | Lanes 1-4 (2.0m) |
| UOP Swim Club taster | 8.00-8.55pm | Lanes 5-8 (1.3m) |
| Casual Swimming | 9.00-9.45pm | Lanes 5-8 (1.3m) |
| Lane Swimming | 9.00-9.45pm | Lanes 1-4 (2.0m) |
Climbing
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The Takeover Climbing Sessions |
7.00-7.50pm | Climbing wall |
| The Takeover Climbing Sessions | 8.00-8.50pm | Climbing wall |
| The Takeover Climbing Sessions | 9.00-9.50pm | Climbing wall |
Sports Sessions
| Trampolining Club Taster | 7.15-7.45pm | Ravelin Sports Hall 1 |
| Badminton | 7.15-7.45pm | Ravelin Sports Hall 2 |
| Rowing | 7.15-7.35pm | Ravelin Gym |
| Squash | 7.15-8.00pm | Squash Courts |
| Rowing | 8.00-8.20pm | Ravelin Gym |
| Trampolining Club Taster | 8.00-8.30pm | Ravelin Sports Hall 1 |
| Squash | 8.15-9.00pm | Squash Courts |
| Dodgeball | 8.30-9.00pm | Ravelin Sports Hall 2 |
| Dance Club Taster | 9.00-9.45pm | Squash Courts |
| Table Tennis | 9.30-10.00pm | Ravelin Sports Hall 1 (Courts 1&2) |
| Fencing Taster | 9.30-10.00pm | Ravelin Sports Hall 1 (Courts 3&4) |