NUH Active (Formerly Q-Active)

NUH active is the brand name for fitness activities at NUH. Formally known as Q Active (until June 2011), the new name reflects the fact that this is a whole hospital programme and not just at QMC campus.

What we offer

Fitness classes

We offer a range of classes at different times and different locations. Classes change from time to time so please check back to see what’s new.

Click here to see the current timetable.

Can’t see what you want or the times aren’t right? If you’ve got a group of about 8 people available at the same time, we might be able to put a class on for you – contact us to find out more.

Where are the classes held and how much do they cost?

Click here for more information.

How to book

For City Hospital campus based classes click here http://qactive.co.uk/classbookings_city_campus.php

For QMC campus based classes click here http://qactive.co.uk/classbookings.php

Other NUH active activities

• Learn2Run- This is for beginners and improvers. 6 week courses starting in March, May, September. £2 a session.
• Touch Rugby- Thursdays at 6-7.30pm at Harvey Hadden Stadium. It’s free.
• Back to Netball- Mondays during June 2011 starting from 6-7pm at John Carroll Leisure Centre. £1 a session.
• Pedometer Challenge- A 6 week team challenge to walk as many steps as you can. Various dates throughout the year.
  
  

Contact us to find out dates and how to book.

Staff Gym

We have a wide range of cardiovascular equipment, weight machines, free weights and conditioning equipment. Qualified and friendly staff are available during each session to offer support and advice. Staff must have an induction prior to using the gym. Individual training programmes can be designed – please speak to the instructor.

For details of opening times, location and prices please click here.

Showers and changing facilities

QMC - There are male and female changing facilities available on D floor, just round the corner from the Wellbeing Room. Towels are provided. To access these please contact us for the code. If you require a locker, please contact Security.

City – most classes take place in the Leisure Centre. There are changing facilities and showers available in the Leisure Centre to the right of the main hall towards the squash courts. There are additional showers in Trust HQ and behind Cityside restaurant – you need swipe access which can be arranged through Access Control. Towels are not provided.

Membership

For £10 you can become a NUH active member for 6 months. This gives you discounts to classes and a chance to join the loyalty scheme and earn freebies! For more details click the links below:

NUHactive premier membership
Membership form

Discounts

We’ve negotiated a number of discounts for NHS staff. Click here for more details.

What about activity in the community?

Click here to find out more about some of the clubs available outside NUH, some of whom have organised special deals for our staff.

Beauty Therapies and Complementary therapies

NUH active provides a range of therapies for staff on site. From beauty therapies to massage to alternative therapies such as hopi ear candles and reiki, there’s something for everyone.

For the current timetable and how to book, click here.

We also do gift vouchers! Contact the therapists to find out more.