Sports clubs, facilities and activities
Staying active is a big part of life here at Kingston University. Find out everything you need to know about our sports clubs, fitness facilities, coaching and community programmes.
Sport and fitness at Kingston University
From social clubs to competitive training, there are plenty of ways to play sport at Kingston University.
Try something new
Check out our active lifestyles programme to take part in a wide range of activities for free. There’s something on every day of the week, from football, badminton and swimming to horse riding, tennis and more.
Join a sports club
Kingston Students’ Union runs a huge range of sports clubs, from the mainstream to the maverick. Our competitive sports clubs compete in inter-university fixtures on Wednesday afternoons through the British Universities and Colleges Sport. If you join a sports club, you’ll need to buy a sports membership through the Kingston Students' Union website.
Row with Kingston University
The Kingston University Rowing Club trains up to four times a week, both in the gym and on the river. If you want the chance to row with other students and maybe even represent Kingston University at a sports regatta event, you can register your interest here. All abilities are welcome.
Get involved with an event
Watch our Sports Tour and Varsity, attend a monthly sports social or celebrate at our annual Sports Awards.
Access top fitness facilities
Train at first-class fitness facilities with all the space and equipment you need to be your best.
Make use of excellent outdoor sports facilities at Tolworth Court sports ground. You’ll find everything you need to play football, rugby, netball, cricket, American football and lacrosse, including a floodlit hardcourt area, sports pavilion and café and bar.
As well as our student teams, the 55 acres of sports ground at Tolworth Court are available for hire to the local community and clubs.
Address: Tolworth Court Sports Ground, Old Kingston Rd, Worcester Park, KT4 7QH.
Lifestyle Fitness at Kingston University
Lifestyle Fitness' newly refurbished gym is now open at Kingston University.
Our local gym has undergone a full transformation and for a limited time, pay no joining fee when you sign up online.
Discover a completely upgraded gym, designed to help you train your way:
- New strength and resistance zone
- Functional rig with sled track
- Stylish recovery and stretch area
- Group exercise studio
- Dedicated glute zone
- Upgraded free weights area
- Sleek, modern design with improved lighting, flooring and layout
- Unlimited classes and expert trainers
Join today with no joining fee – use code: NJF2026.
Whether you're a student or part of the local community, our club is here to support every fitness journey.
Stay active in Kingston upon Thames
From leafy parks and riverside walks to local clubs and national sports activities, Kingston upon Thames has your sporting needs covered.
The Kingston Hill Fitness Trail
Join The Kingston Hill Fitness Trail.
Learn life skills with Fit for Purpose
Combine your lifestyle with physical and practical activities through our Fit for Purpose programme. Check out what’s on offer and how to get involved:
Recreation sport and activities
The active lifestyles programme has a range of activities available for Kingston University students. Some are free, while others are on offer at a discounted rate. Check out our timetable on KU Extra to find a recreational activity for you.
Sports Performance Programme
Boost your performance
If you are a talented athlete and compete at regional, national or international level, our Sports Performance Programme could help you balance your sporting and academic commitments.
Every year, we help a cohort of people manage their study time while excelling in their chosen sport. The programme has three levels:
- Performance level, for athletes competing at senior international level
- Achievement level, for athletes competing at junior international level
- Development level, for athletes competing at regional representative standard or senior club level
As part of the programme, you’ll get access to a whole range of benefits, including:
- Free Fitness Centre membership
- Support from Kingston University Human Performance Laboratory
- Sports psychology support
- Discounted osteopathy, sports therapy and physio
- Sports bursaries to cover competition expenses
- A personal liaison officer
- Access to sports talks and workshops
- Administration support for competitions and training
Meet some of our Sports Performance Programme athletes:
Interested in applying for the Sports Performance Programme?
Our Sport and Active Lifestyles team would love to hear from you! Register your interest for the Sports Performance Programme using the application form.
Kingston University men’s rugby team.
Kingston University women's netball team.
Kingston University women's football team.
Kingston University cheerleaders.
Develop your coaching skills
Keen to improve and apply your coaching skills? We run coaching courses throughout the year, as well as a coaching in schools volunteering programme, which promotes:
- Active sports participation in the local community
- Awareness of further and higher education through sport
- Students volunteering in sports-related activities
- Coaching and participation opportunities for students in sport
- Student experience and leadership
You’ll have the opportunity to gain a sports coaching award, plus valuable experience for your CV. To find out how to get involved, email [email protected].
Become a volunteer
Want to learn new skills, boost your employability and build real-world experience? Our Volunteers Inspiring People via Sport (VIPS) programme gives all students the opportunity to get involved with sport in the local community.
To find out more, get in touch with our Sports Development Manager, Jo Heath, on +44 (0)20 8417 2412 or via email.
uGO iGO
Keen to start a new activity but need some extra confidence? Our uGO iGO scheme pairs you up with a buddy, to go with you to the first few sessions of an activity or club.
To find out more, contact your Sport and Active Lifestyle team on 020 8417 2412/13 or at [email protected].
Get in touch
Our Sport and Active Lifestyles team is part of the Kingston University Student Wellbeing Group. We help provide health, wellbeing, personal development and sporting opportunities for students.
For more information about any of the initiatives, programmes and facilities on this page, contact the team via email or by calling +44 (0)20 8417 2413.