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
Summer Pilates
All Abilities
12:30 - 13:15
Studio 1
HSV de Havilland
Part of the Menopause Wellbeing Summer Series (powered by Active Staff) – a real collaborative effort and example of partnership working between Workplace Wellbeing, Menopause Network, Active (Staff) and Performance Herts. Whilst these sessions are aimed at building long-term lifestyle change and will benefit those in perimenopause right through to post menopause into later life, sessions are open to all staff regardless of gender and stage of life! 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. If you have some experience of pilates or have never tried it before, this is the session for you! Develop your skills in the same fun, safe environment with a qualified pilates instructor. All equipment is provided!
Summer Pure Stretch
All Abilities
13:00 - 13:45
Oval Flexible Space
College Lane
Part of the Menopause Wellbeing Summer Series (powered by Active Staff) – a real collaborative effort and example of partnership working between Workplace Wellbeing, Menopause Network, Active (Staff) and Performance Herts. Whilst these sessions are aimed at building long-term lifestyle change and will benefit those in perimenopause right through to post menopause into later life, sessions are open to all staff regardless of gender and stage of life! A great class to unwind and stretch your body out. Pure stretch incorporates both Yoga and Pilates to help stretch out your body and improved flexibility.
Summer Pilates
All Abilities
12:15 - 13:00
Oval Flexible Space
College Lane
Part of the Menopause Wellbeing Summer Series (powered by Active Staff) – a real collaborative effort and example of partnership working between Workplace Wellbeing, Menopause Network, Active (Staff) and Performance Herts. Whilst these sessions are aimed at building long-term lifestyle change and will benefit those in perimenopause right through to post menopause into later life, sessions are open to all staff regardless of gender and stage of life! 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. If you have some experience of pilates or have never tried it before, this is the session for you! Develop your skills in the same fun, safe environment with a qualified pilates instructor. All equipment is provided!
Summer This Girl Can Strength Training
All Abilities
12:30 - 13:15
Oval Flexible Space
College Lane
Part of the Menopause Wellbeing Summer Series (powered by Active Staff) – a real collaborative effort and example of partnership working between Workplace Wellbeing, Menopause Network, Active (Staff) and Performance Herts. Whilst these sessions are aimed at building long-term lifestyle change and will benefit those in perimenopause right through to post menopause into later life, sessions are open to all staff regardless of gender and stage of life! 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.
HertSquad Takeover - Tennis
All Abilities
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!
HertSquad Takeover - Womens Football
All Abilities
17:00 - 18:00
Oval 3G
College Lane
If you have never played Football before or want to learn more about the rules, come along to our female only session. Based on drills to improve your skills, it is a fun, safe session, to learn the basics of football. All Equipment Provided!
HertSquad Takeover - Archery
All Abilities
17:00 - 18:00
Oval 3G
College Lane
Come and give archery a go, all in a safe, relaxed and sociable environment! Drop in and drop out to suit you!
HertSquad Takeover - Pilates
17:00 - 18:00
Oval Flexible Space
College Lane
Pilates is 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.
HertSquad Takeover - Spikeball
All Abilities
17:00 - 18:00
Oval 3G
College Lane
HertSquad Takeover - Cricket
All Abilities
18:00 - 19:00
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.
HertSquad Takeover - Volleyball
All Abilities
18:00 - 19:00
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.
HertSquad Takeover - Dance Mix
All Abilities
18:00 - 19:00
Oval Flexible Space
College Lane
An energetic mix of dance styles including Break Dance, Street & Hip Hop! Whether you are a dance enthusiast or have never taken a step in your life, everyone is welcome!
HertSquad Takeover - Basketball
All Abilities
19:00 - 20:00
Oval MUGA
College Lane
If you have never played Basketball 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 Basketball. All Equipment Provided!
HertSquad Takeover - Boxing
All Abilities
19:00 - 20:00
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.
HertSquad Takeover - Rollerskating
All Abilities
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
HertSquad Takeover - Yoga
All Abilities
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!
HertSquad Takeover - Speedminton
All Abilities
20:00 - 21:00
Oval 3G
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!