HertSquad Active Staff

Fitter, Healthier, Happier

Active Staff offers a range of free sports and activities on both campuses. Sessions are relaxed and suitable for all levels of fitness. Lunch-break friendly sessions are long enough to get you moving and short enough to fit around your daily commitments.

To find out more about Active Staff please visit our Frequently Asked Questions.

If you need to get in contact with the Active Staff Team please either email activestaff@herts.ac.uk or call us on 01707 281198

 

Weekly Timetable

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Monday 06 October

Volleyball

Beginner

Active Staff
Active Students

12:00 - 13:00
Sports Hall 2
HSV de Havilland

If you have never played volleyball before or want to learn more about the rules, come along to our Active Beginner session. Based on drills to improve your skills, it is a fun, safe session, to learn the basics of volleyball. All Equipment Provided.

All Abilities Zumba

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

12:30 - 13:15
Oval Flexible Space
College Lane

Dance to great music and burn loads of calories without even realising. Mixing low and high intensity rhythm moves to Latin infused dance routines. Amazing fun!

Lucky Dip

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

13:00 - 14:00
Sports Hall 2
HSV de Havilland

Badminton

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

15:00 - 16:00
Sports Hall 1
HSV de Havilland

Whether you have never played Badminton before or you are a regular on the court, come along to our Active All Abilities session. It is a fun, safe session, to learn the basics of Badminton or further develop your skills. All Equipment Provided!

Ball Badminton

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

17:00 - 18:00
Oval 3G
College Lane

Ball Badminton is a fast paced game native to India and played outdoors. It is a racket sport game, played with a yellow ball made of wool! Whether you have never played Ball Badminton before or you are a regular on the court, come along to our Active All Abilities session. It is a fun, safe session, to learn the basics of Ball Badminton or further develop your skills. All Equipment Provided!

Throwball

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

17:00 - 18:00
Oval 3G
College Lane

Throwball is a non-contact ball sport played across a net between two teams. Popular in Asia, particularly on the Indian subcontinent. The ball is thrown over the net, where a member of the other team tries to catch the ball and quickly throw it back. A person can hold ball for 3 seconds before having to return. Whether you have never played Throwball before or you are a regular on the court, come along to our Active All Abilities session. It is a fun, safe session, to learn the basics of Throwball or further develop your skills. All Equipment Provided!

Cricket

Beginner

Active Staff
Active Students

17:00 - 18:00
Oval MUGA
College Lane

Come along to this fun safe engaging session to learn the basic skills of Cricket. Drop in anytime and give it a go and enjoy this British sport! All equipment is provided.

RollerSkating

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

18:00 - 19:30
Oval MUGA
College Lane

Whether you have never tried on rollerskates before or whether you are an accomplished skater, everyone is welcome to Active Rollerskating! If you wish to develop your skills, our Activators are on hand to teach you how to roll on around with confidence! One of the most popular Active sessions on the programme so make sure you are early to guarantee entry! If the weather forecast is poor or the courts are wet, unfortunately Rollerskating will be unable to go ahead. Please keep an eye on @Hertsquadactive on instagram for upto date information on the session.

Archery

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

18:30 - 19:30
Oval Flexible Space
College Lane

Come and give archery a go, all in a safe, relaxed and sociable environment! Drop in and drop out to suit you! All Equipment provided!

Speedminton

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

19:30 - 20:30
Oval MUGA
College Lane

Speedminton is a fast-paced game that combines the best elements of Tennis, Squash and Badminton with no net and no set playing area, it can be played anywhere, if you can hold a racquet just come along! All equipment is provided, just bring along your student ID card!

Yoga

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

20:00 - 21:00
Oval Flexible Space
College Lane

Yoga is an ancient form of exercise that focuses on strength, flexibility and breathing to boost physical and mental wellbeing. If you have never tried yoga before or you are a regular on the mat, this session is for you! A fun, safe environment with a qualified yoga instructor. All equipment is provided!

Tuesday 07 October

Wheelchair Basketball

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

12:00 - 13:00
Sports Hall 3
HSV de Havilland

Want to play some basketball - Whether you have a disability or are just looking to play and learn some new skills used in wheelchair basketball! Come along, all are welcome to these fun, safe sessions! Inclusive session - all wheelchairs provided!!

Pilates

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

12:30 - 13:15
Studio 1
HSV de Havilland

Slow controlled flowing movements, primarily to strengthen the core muscles that stabilise & support the spine. It brings the mind & body together, focusing on breathing & balance, whilst realigning the body & correcting posture.

Staff Badminton

All Abilities

Active Staff

13:00 - 14:00
Sports Hall 1
HSV de Havilland

All equipment is provided, drop in anytime and give it a go!

This Girl Can Strength Training

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

13:00 - 13:45
Gym (Performance Herts Gym)
HSV de Havilland

This session is open to biological women only, in line with the Equality Act 2010 Do you want to become more confident in the weights are at the gym? Then this session is perfect for you. Learn the foundations of weight training in a small, friendly and female only environment. Please note: due to the nature of the session and the importance of warm up, you will not be granted access more than 5 minutes after the start time so please ensure you arrive in plenty of time.

Cricket

Beginner

Active Staff
Active Students

16:00 - 17:00
Sports Hall 3
HSV de Havilland

Come along to this fun safe engaging session to learn the basic skills of Cricket. Drop in anytime and give it a go and enjoy this British sport! All equipment is provided.

Tennis

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

17:00 - 18:00
Oval MUGA
College Lane

Whether you have never played Tennis before or you are a regular on the court, come along to our Active All Abilities session. It is a fun, safe session, to learn the basics of Tennis or further develop your skills. All Equipment Provided!

Archery

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

17:30 - 18:30
Oval MUGA
College Lane

Come and give archery a go, all in a safe, relaxed and sociable environment! Drop in and drop out to suit you! All Equipment provided!

Tennikoit

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

18:00 - 19:00
Oval MUGA
College Lane

Also known as ring tennis or tenniquoits, it is a sport where players throw a rubber ring (tennikoit) over a net on a tennis-style court. The goal is to catch the ring and return it to the opponent's side, similar to how tennis is played. Whether you have never played Tennikoit before or you are a regular on the court, come along to our Active All Abilities session. It is a fun, safe session, to learn the basics of Tennikoit or further develop your skills. All Equipment Provided!

Ultimate Frisbee

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

18:00 - 19:00
Oval 3G
College Lane

Ultimate Frisbee is a fast moving, self-refereed sport that combines elements of American Football and Netball. its a free, fun safe session to learn new skills and try out the game! All equipment is provided, drop in anytime and give it a go!

Throwball

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

18:00 - 19:00
Oval MUGA
College Lane

Throwball is a non-contact ball sport played across a net between two teams. Popular in Asia, particularly on the Indian subcontinent. The ball is thrown over the net, where a member of the other team tries to catch the ball and quickly throw it back. A person can hold ball for 3 seconds before having to return. Whether you have never played Throwball before or you are a regular on the court, come along to our Active All Abilities session. It is a fun, safe session, to learn the basics of Throwball or further develop your skills. All Equipment Provided!

Table Tennis

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

18:30 - 19:15
Oval Flexible Space
College Lane

If you have never played table tennis before or want to learn more about the rules, come along to our Active table tennis session. Opportunity to play or work on drills to improve your skills, it is a fun, safe session, to learn the basics of Table Tennis. All equipment is provided!

RollerSkating

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

19:00 - 20:00
Oval MUGA
College Lane

Whether you have never tried on rollerskates before or whether you are an accomplished skater, everyone is welcome to Active Rollerskating! If you wish to develop your skills, our Activators are on hand to teach you how to roll on around with confidence! One of the most popular Active sessions on the programme so make sure you are early to guarantee entry! If the weather forecast is poor or the courts are wet, unfortunately Rollerskating will be unable to go ahead. Please keep an eye on @Hertsquadactive on instagram for upto date information on the session.

RollerSkating

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

20:00 - 21:00
Oval MUGA
College Lane

Whether you have never tried on rollerskates before or whether you are an accomplished skater, everyone is welcome to Active Rollerskating! If you wish to develop your skills, our Activators are on hand to teach you how to roll on around with confidence! One of the most popular Active sessions on the programme so make sure you are early to guarantee entry! If the weather forecast is poor or the courts are wet, unfortunately Rollerskating will be unable to go ahead. Please keep an eye on @Hertsquadactive on instagram for upto date information on the session.

Friendly Self - Defence

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

20:00 - 21:00
Oval Flexible Space
College Lane

Learn the basics of self-defence whilst having fun and improving your fitness.

Wednesday 08 October

Pilates

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

12:15 - 13:00
Oval Flexible Space
College Lane

Slow controlled flowing movements, primarily to strengthen the core muscles that stabilise & support the spine. It brings the mind & body together, focusing on breathing & balance, whilst realigning the body & correcting posture.

Video Pilates

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

13:15 - 14:00
V221
HSV de Havilland

Video Pilates is a video-led session that uses slow, controlled, and flowing movements designed to strengthen the core muscles that support and stabilise the spine. Each session helps bring mind and body into harmony by combining movement with focused breathing and balance. Through consistent practice, Video Pilates works to realign the body, improve posture, and build lasting strength from the inside out.

Cricket

Beginner

Active Staff
Active Students

14:00 - 16:00
Oval MUGA
College Lane

Come along to this fun safe engaging session to learn the basic skills of Cricket. Drop in anytime and give it a go and enjoy this British sport! All equipment is provided.

Beginner Football

Beginner

Active Staff
Active Students

18:00 - 19:00
Oval 3G
College Lane

Learn the skills of football - lots of different drills to improve your football suitable for beginners. All equipment provided but you must have your ID card

Cricket

Beginner

Active Staff
Active Students

18:30 - 19:30
Cricket Hall
HSV de Havilland

Come along to this fun safe engaging session to learn the basic skills of Cricket. Drop in anytime and give it a go and enjoy this British sport! All equipment is provided.

Volleyball

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

19:00 - 20:00
Oval 3G
College Lane

If you have never played volleyball before or you are a regular on the court, come along to our Active All Abilities session. It is a fun, safe session, to learn the basics or develop your skills of volleyball. All Equipment Provided.

Softball

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

19:00 - 20:00
Oval 3G
College Lane

Badminton

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

21:30 - 22:30
Sports Hall 3
HSV de Havilland

Whether you have never played Badminton before or you are a regular on the court, come along to our Active All Abilities session. It is a fun, safe session, to learn the basics of Badminton or further develop your skills. All Equipment Provided!

Thursday 09 October

Pickleball

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

12:00 - 13:00
Sports Hall 3
HSV de Havilland

Similar to table tennis, it is played on a badminton court with paddles and a light ball with holes in it! If you are keen to play for the first time, our activators will be on hand to help you to learn the rules - everyone is welcome!

Table Tennis

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

12:00 - 13:00
Sports Hall 3
HSV de Havilland

If you have never played table tennis before or want to learn more about the rules, come along to our Active table tennis session. Opportunity to play or work on drills to improve your skills, it is a fun, safe session, to learn the basics of Table Tennis. All equipment is provided!

This Girl Can Strength Training

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

12:30 - 13:15
Oval Flexible Space
College Lane

This session is open to biological women only, in line with the Equality Act 2010 Do you want to become more confident in the weights are at the gym? Then this session is perfect for you. Learn the foundations of weight training in a small, friendly and female only environment. Please note: due to the nature of the session and the importance of warm up, you will not be granted access more than 5 minutes after the start time so please ensure you arrive in plenty of time.

Cricket

Beginner

Active Staff
Active Students

12:30 - 13:30
Oval MUGA
College Lane

Come along to this fun safe engaging session to learn the basic skills of Cricket. Drop in anytime and give it a go and enjoy this British sport! All equipment is provided.

Volleyball

Beginner

Active Staff
Active Students

13:00 - 14:00
Oval 3G
College Lane

If you have never played volleyball before or want to learn more about the rules, come along to our Active Beginner session. Based on drills to improve your skills, it is a fun, safe session, to learn the basics of volleyball. All Equipment Provided.

Jianzi

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

13:00 - 14:00
Oval 3G
College Lane

Jianzi is a traditional Chinese sport in which players aim to keep a heavily weighted shuttlecock in the air using their bodies apart from the hands Whether you have never played Jianzi before or you are a regular on the court, come along to our Active All Abilities session. It is a fun, safe session, to learn the basics of Jianzi or further develop your skills. All Equipment Provided!

Boxing

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

13:30 - 14:30
Oval Flexible Space
College Lane

Come and learn the skills of boxing! With a qualified coach from Hemel Warriors ABC begin your journey to become the next Anthony Joshua or Tyson Fury! A great fitness workout - No experience necessary. All equipment provided.

Dodgeball

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

14:00 - 15:00
Sports Hall 2
HSV de Havilland

Archery

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

14:00 - 15:00
Sports Hall 2
HSV de Havilland

Come and give archery a go, all in a safe, relaxed and sociable environment! Drop in and drop out to suit you! All Equipment provided!

Tennis

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

14:30 - 15:30
Outdoor Tennis Courts
HSV de Havilland

Whether you have never played Tennis before or you are a regular on the court, come along to our Active All Abilities session. It is a fun, safe session, to learn the basics of Tennis or further develop your skills. All Equipment Provided!

Basketball

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

15:00 - 16:00
Sports Hall 2
HSV de Havilland

Dribble the hour away with our Active Basketball Session. Beginners- Learn the rules of this popular team sport and be taught basic skills and drills Intermediate- Practice your lay ups and 3 pointers in this fun and safe environment. All equipment is provided, drop in anytime and give it a go but you must have your ID card!

Female Only Football

Active Staff
Active Students

16:00 - 17:00
Oval 3G
College Lane

Ultimate Frisbee

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

16:00 - 17:00
Oval 3G
College Lane

Ultimate Frisbee is a fast moving, self-refereed sport that combines elements of American Football and Netball. its a free, fun safe session to learn new skills and try out the game! All equipment is provided, drop in anytime and give it a go!

Speedminton

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

18:00 - 19:00
Oval MUGA
College Lane

Speedminton is a fast-paced game that combines the best elements of Tennis, Squash and Badminton with no net and no set playing area, it can be played anywhere, if you can hold a racquet just come along! All equipment is provided, just bring along your student ID card!

Pilates

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

18:00 - 18:45
Oval Flexible Space
College Lane

Slow controlled flowing movements, primarily to strengthen the core muscles that stabilise & support the spine. It brings the mind & body together, focusing on breathing & balance, whilst realigning the body & correcting posture.

RollerSkating

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

19:00 - 20:30
Oval MUGA
College Lane

Whether you have never tried on rollerskates before or whether you are an accomplished skater, everyone is welcome to Active Rollerskating! If you wish to develop your skills, our Activators are on hand to teach you how to roll on around with confidence! One of the most popular Active sessions on the programme so make sure you are early to guarantee entry! If the weather forecast is poor or the courts are wet, unfortunately Rollerskating will be unable to go ahead. Please keep an eye on @Hertsquadactive on instagram for upto date information on the session.

Futsal

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

21:30 - 22:30
Sports Hall 3
HSV de Havilland

Come down and try this fast paced game which is becoming increasingly popular... it's fun and free! Futsal is a modified version of football- typically 5 a side, on a small pitch with a heavier, less bouncy ball. What's not to love? No need to pre-register a team, just turn up and play.

Friday 10 October

Yoga

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

13:15 - 14:00
Studio 1
HSV de Havilland

Yoga is an ancient form of exercise that focuses on strength, flexibility and breathing to boost physical and mental wellbeing. If you have never tried yoga before or you are a regular on the mat, this session is for you! A fun, safe environment with a qualified yoga instructor. All equipment is provided!

Video Zumba

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

13:15 - 14:00
R118
HSV de Havilland

Video Zumba is a video-led session that focuses on fun, energy, and rhythm. Using dynamic, flowing dance movements set to uplifting music, it provides a full-body workout that strengthens the core, improves coordination, and boosts stamina. Each session brings the mind and body together, combining movement with music to enhance balance, release stress, and leave you feeling energised and refreshed.

Beginner Squash

Beginner

Active Staff
Active Students

14:15 - 15:00
Squash Courts
HSV de Havilland

If you have never played squash before or want to learn more about the rules, come along to our Active Beginner session. Based on drills to improve your skills, it is a fun, safe session, to learn the basics of Squash. All Equipment Provided.

Intermediate Squash

Intermediate

Active Staff
Active Students

15:00 - 15:45
Squash Courts
HSV de Havilland

If you have played squash before or know the basics and want to play some games, come along to our intermediate squash session. It is a fun, safe environment to develop your squash skills further. All equipment provided.

Basketball

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

15:00 - 16:00
Oval MUGA
College Lane

Dribble the hour away with our Active Basketball Session. Beginners- Learn the rules of this popular team sport and be taught basic skills and drills Intermediate- Practice your lay ups and 3 pointers in this fun and safe environment. All equipment is provided, drop in anytime and give it a go but you must have your ID card!

Futsal

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

16:00 - 17:00
Sports Hall 3
HSV de Havilland

Come down and try this fast paced game which is becoming increasingly popular... it's fun and free! Futsal is a modified version of football- typically 5 a side, on a small pitch with a heavier, less bouncy ball. What's not to love? No need to pre-register a team, just turn up and play.

Softball

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

16:00 - 17:00
Oval 3G
College Lane

Handball

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

16:00 - 17:00
Oval 3G
College Lane

Handball is a really fun, fast passed game that anyone can play! A great sociable session! Why not give it a go? All you need is your student ID card!

Cricket

Beginner

Active Staff
Active Students

20:30 - 22:30
Sports Hall 3
HSV de Havilland

Not on this week

Come along to this fun safe engaging session to learn the basic skills of Cricket. Drop in anytime and give it a go and enjoy this British sport! All equipment is provided.

Saturday 11 October

Beginner Tennis

Beginner

Active Staff
Active Students

13:00 - 14:00
(Beginner)
Outdoor Tennis Courts
HSV de Havilland

If you have never played Tennis before or want to learn more about the rules, come along to our Active Beginner session. Based on drills to improve your skills, it is a fun, safe session, to learn the basics of Tennis. All Equipment Provided!

Cricket

Beginner

Active Staff
Active Students

15:00 - 16:00
Oval MUGA
College Lane

Come along to this fun safe engaging session to learn the basic skills of Cricket. Drop in anytime and give it a go and enjoy this British sport! All equipment is provided.

Roller Disco

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

16:30 - 18:30
Oval MUGA
HSV de Havilland

Sunday 12 October

Tennis

All Abilities

Active Staff
Active Students

12:15 - 13:00
Oval MUGA
College Lane

Whether you have never played Tennis before or you are a regular on the court, come along to our Active All Abilities session. It is a fun, safe session, to learn the basics of Tennis or further develop your skills. All Equipment Provided!

Cricket

Beginner

Active Staff
Active Students

14:30 - 15:30
Oval MUGA
College Lane

Come along to this fun safe engaging session to learn the basic skills of Cricket. Drop in anytime and give it a go and enjoy this British sport! All equipment is provided.

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