Whether you're a top athlete or just want to keep fit, our sports facilities and support will help you achieve your health and sporting goals.
Every week, our teams take part in leagues and competitions against other universities. You could even represent the University in British Universities and Colleges Sports (BUCS) competitions.
You can also reach the top of your game with our top-quality coaching and support.
If you want something less competitive, you can pit yourself against other students and staff teams in our campus leagues.
You can play five-a-side football, badminton, tennis and more.
Fancy a taster session before committing to a sports club? Or just want to get active while you have fun with friends?
We offer a weekly schedule of free and low-cost social sport where we provide all equipment and instruction. Perfect if you're a beginner.
Our 100+ station gym has the latest fitness equipment, including cardiovascular and resistance machines, and abdominal and free weights areas.
You can also access water sports, swimming pools and running facilities through partnered local sports clubs.
Our sport instructors lead around 50 exercise classes every week in our air-conditioned studios. You can do classes in everything from piloxing and cardio-cycling to yoga and pilates.
If you're a talented athlete, you could get a Sports Scholarship worth up to £3,000. This gives financial and specialist support to help you maximise your sporting potential.
You'll get access to physiotherapy, expert sports advice and analysis, strength and conditioning coaching, one-on-one mentor support, clothing and more.
Sports coaching, officiating and volunteering is great fun and can improve your job prospects.
At Portsmouth, we make it easy for you to develop new skills and get extra qualifications through supported community placements at schools, events and clubs.