EXPERIENCE NUSPORT FOR FREE
Join us at NUsport, Callaghan on Saturday 15 August 2026 for a full day of free fitness, sport, swimming, family activities, and exclusive membership offers.
As part of the University of Newcastle Open Day, NUsport is opening its doors to the wider community, giving everyone the opportunity to experience our world-class facilities, expert staff, and welcoming community.
Whether you're discovering NUsport for the first time or you're a regular visitor, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Date: Saturday 15 August 2026
Time: 7:00am – 5:00pm
Location: The Forum Sports & Aquatic Centre, Callaghan
EVERYTHING IS FREE!
Explore a packed program of activities throughout the day, including:
- Free gym entry
- Group Fitness Showcase – Super Saturday
- NUsport Combine Fitness Challenge
- Open Squad Training Session
- Nutrition Workshop
- Splash Zone and lap swimming
- Body Composition Scans
- Free BBQ
- Fitness Passport sign-up opportunities
- Exclusive Open Day membership offers
EXCLUSIVE OPEN DAY MEMBERSHIP OFFER
COMMUNITY MEMBERSHIPS
For one day only, new members can access an incredible 50% discount on Community Memberships.
Offer Details
- Saturday 15 August 2026 only
- In-person sign-up required
- New members only
- Strictly limited to the first 100 memberships
GROUP FITNESS SHOWCASE | SUPER SATURDAY
Experience the energy and variety of NUsport's popular Group Fitness program with FREE access to a range of classes throughout the morning.
Classes will be led by our experienced instructors, with many sessions team-taught to create an exciting Open Day atmosphere.
Bookings are encouraged but not essential for non-members.
| TIME | CLASS | STUDIO | TIME | CLASS | STUDIO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:30am | GRIT | 2 | 7:30am | PILATES | 1 |
| 8:00am | CORE | 2 | 8:30am | BODY BALANCE | 1 |
| 9:00am | Ceremony HYROX | 2 | 9:45am | PUMP HEAVY | 1 |
| 10:00am | ZUMBA | 2 |
TAKE ON THE NUSPORT COMBINE
Think you have what it takes?
Challenge yourself with the NUsport Combine, a fun and engaging fitness challenge designed to test your strength, endurance, agility and determination.
This is a paired / partner event, perfect for all fitness levels and a great opportunity to push your limits and see how you measure up.
Sessions Times: 7:00am and 10:00am - REGISTER HERE.
EVENT DETAILS:
- Run between each station (500m)
- Farmers Carry (200m)
- Ski Erg (500m)
- Burpee Broad Jump (50m)
- Row (500m)
- Wall Balls (100)
- Assault bikes (1km)
- Ground to overheads (100)
- Box overs (50)
OPEN SQUAD | COME TRAIN WITH US
Join NUsport's highly qualified coaching team for a special open training session and discover what it's like to be part of the NUSwim Club.
Whether you're aiming to improve your swimming skills, challenge yourself, or simply learn more about our squad program, this session offers a great introduction to training in a supportive and high-performance environment.
Session Time: 8:30am – 10:00am. Register HERE.
Meet our coaches, connect with current swimmers, and experience the NUsport community firsthand.
FUEL TO TRAIN | NUTRITION WORKSHOP
Learn how to maximise your training outcomes through better nutrition.
Delivered by a University of Newcastle PhD student, this interactive workshop will explore practical nutrition strategies to support:
- Training performance
- Energy levels
- Recovery
- Overall health and wellbeing
Session Time: 10:00am – 11:00am. Register HERE.
Ideal for athletes, active individuals, and anyone wanting to train smarter.
SPLASH ZONE
The Splash Zone will be open from 12:00pm – 5:00pm, providing plenty of fun for children and families. Lap swimming will also be available throughout the afternoon.
- Bookings are encouraged but not essential.
- Children must complete a 15-metre swim test before accessing the Splash Zone.
To book your spot on the Splash Zone, visit our Member Portal at the top of the page. Simply create a guest account and follow the prompts to complete your booking.
Alternatively, you can contact our Member Relations team at asknusport@newcastle.edu.au or call 4921 7001 and they’ll be happy to assist with your booking.
FREE BODY COMPOSITION SCANS
Curious about your fitness progress?
Free Body Composition Scans will be available throughout Open Day on the gym floor. Our fitness team will be on hand to conduct scans and explain your results, helping you better understand your health and fitness goals.
FREE BBQ
After working up an appetite, head to the BBQ area for a relaxed and social break.
From 10:00am, we’ll be serving up classic sausage sandwiches for participants and visitors to enjoy.
TRAIN WITH US FOR FREE WITH
FITNESS PASSPORT.
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FITNESS PASSPORT?
YOU CAN JOIN NUSPORT AT THE FORUM FOR FREE.
FIND US
The University of Newcastle,
130 University Drive,
Callaghan NSW 2308
TALK TO US
Phone: 02 4921 7001
Email: asknusport@newcastle.edu.au
FIND US
5 Workshop Way,
Honeysuckle NSW 2300
TALK TO US
Phone: 02 4921 7001
Email: asknusport@newcastle.edu.au
