Fitness and Wellbeing
Memberships
Gym memberships for University of Waikato staff and students in Tauranga are available through our partner gym providers – The Gym and Toi Ohomai Aquatic and Fitness Centre.
The Gym
Located at 107 First Avenue, The Gym, is the ultimate fitness destination with member tools to track progress, group fitness based on the Les Mills training system, 24 hour access and onsite free parking. 4 month minimum term agreement for student membership is $14.95 per week and for staff is $18.95 per week (Identification is required). These rates are both special discounted rates, the standard rate is $22.95 per week.
To join now, head along to The Gym with your student identification.
Phone: 07 578 3605
Email: [email protected]
Toi Ohomai Aquatic and Fitness Centre
Located at Windermere campus, the Aquatic & Fitness Centre facilities include a full gym, thermally heated 25 meter swimming pool and fitness room for regular fitness classes. Discounted monthly or annual membership includes fitness assessments, individually designed programmes and fitness classes.
Exercise Classes
Group fitness classes, based on the Les Mills training system, are available at The Gym
Exercise Classes – free weekly morning CarpeDiem45
CarpeDiem45 is a 45 minute functional training class that focuses not only on building your fitness but also improving your overall wellness,
When: Wednesdays 7.45am to 8.30am, starting 17 March (during semesters only).
A Semester dates: 17, 24, 31 March, 7, 14 April 5, 12, 19, 26 May, 2 June
B Semester dates: 21, 28, July, 4, 11, 18 August, 8, 15 22, 29 September, 6, 13 October
Where: The Gym, 107 First Avenue.
Bring along your University of Waikato Student or Staff ID to show at The Gym reception, plus a towel and water bottle.
Yoga Break - free weekly lunchtime yoga:
Free weekly lunchtime yoga, all levels of experience are welcome. Turn up and enjoy!
When: Tuesdays 1.05 to 1.55pm, starting 9 March (during semesters only).
A Semester dates: 9, 16, 23, 30 March, 13 April, 4, 11, 18, 25 May, 1 June
B Semester dates: 27 July, 3, 10, 17 August, 7, 14, 21, 28 September
Where: School's Out, Unit 3, 162 Durham St (just across the road from Tauranga CBD campus and down the ramp alongside Folk Cafe - same location as 2020)