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 23 November

Virtual Walk & Talk

12:30 - 13:00
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We need to make the most of the daylight hours so join Active Staff every day for a walk at 12.30. Dial in and chat to other staff members from across UH or just listen and use it as your motivation to get walking!

Coffee Break: Pop Master

13:00 - 13:30
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Our very own spin-off of the famous Radio 2 show! Test your music knowledge with our version of Pop Master. Whether you are competitive and have your eye on the top spot or want to listen in for some lunchtime entertainment - this is your chance!

Tuesday 24 November

Virtual Walk & Talk

12:30 - 13:00
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We need to make the most of the daylight hours so join Active Staff every day for a walk at 12.30. Dial in and chat to other staff members from across UH or just listen and use it as your motivation to get walking!

This Girl Can Strength Training

All Abilities

12:30 - 13:15
Elise
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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.

Metafit

12:30 - 13:00
Amy (Beginner / Intermediate)
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Metafit is the ultimate heart-healthy exercise and is said to provide better protection against heart attacks compared to other slower, steady aerobic exercises such as jogging that are traditionally done for longer.

Mindful Movement and Breath

13:00 - 13:30
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Take a break from your screen with Sarah. Simple stress busting yoga stretches in a standing position next to your desk/chair paired with mindful breathing techniques.

Low impact Zumba

17:15 - 18:00
Anne (Beginner)
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Join us for this fun, low impact class. Perfect for those starting on their fitness journey!

Wednesday 25 November

Get Active 60+

9:35 - 10:35
Celia (Beginner)
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These classes are aimed especially for the over 60’s. Fully qualified instructors will go through exercise routines at a slower pace taking into account mobility, injury and health issues.

Entertaining Kids in Lockdown

11:30 - 12:00
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Steph shares her tried and tested ideas of how to keep the kids entertained during lockdown 2.0.

Virtual Walk & Talk

12:30 - 13:00
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We need to make the most of the daylight hours so join Active Staff every day for a walk at 12.30. Dial in and chat to other staff members from across UH or just listen and use it as your motivation to get walking!

Star Gazing Workshop

13:00 - 13:30
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What’s in the night sky: A guide to spotting planets, constellations and meteors.

Thursday 26 November

Virtual Walk & Talk

12:30 - 13:00
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Your Home

We need to make the most of the daylight hours so join Active Staff every day for a walk at 12.30. Dial in and chat to other staff members from across UH or just listen and use it as your motivation to get walking!

Low impact exercise session

13:00 - 13:30
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Low Impact Exercise Session – Take 30 minutes to have a go at some low impact exercises led by one of our Active Staff Instructors! We are all sitting so much whilst we work from home so why not learn some exercises which you can do to help elevate any aches / pains.

Friday 27 November

Get Active 60+

10:15 - 11:00
Celia (Beginner)
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Your Home

These classes are aimed especially for the over 60’s. Fully qualified instructors will go through exercise routines at a slower pace taking into account mobility, injury and health issues.

Virtual Walk & Talk

12:30 - 13:00
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Your Home

We need to make the most of the daylight hours so join Active Staff every day for a walk at 12.30. Dial in and chat to other staff members from across UH or just listen and use it as your motivation to get walking!

Saturday 28 November
Sunday 29 November
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