Welcome to Societies, Sports & Volunteering!

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Hi! I'm Ajay (he/him), your Sports and Societies Officer for the 2024/2025 Academic Year! 

Now you're at the University of Leicester, a whole new world of opportunities have opened up to you. Whether you want to get involved in activities, societies, sports, volunteering and fundraising or environment sustainability make sure to check out the pages below.

 

 

 

 
 

 

 

Come along to our Fairs

Fresh Festival 2023 Wristband Launch
25th August midnight - 25th September midnight
O2 Academy
Freshers
Arrivals Information Fair
23rd September noon - 5pm
Freemen's Common Courtyard
Freshers
Close up image of board game International Games Night
23rd September 5pm - 8pm
Global Lounge, Charles Wilson Building
Freshers
Arrivals Information Fair
24th September noon - 4pm
Common Room, Percy Gee Building
Freshers
Freshers' Wristband Collection
24th September noon - 4pm
O2 Academy Box Office, Percy Gee Building
Freshers
Graphic of a pink teapot Tea with the VC
24th September 3pm - 5pm
Sir Bob Burgess 0.02
Freshers
Fresher's Week!
25th September 9am - 29th September midnight
Freshers
Laser Tag
25th September 11am - 5pm
O2 Academy, Percy Gee Building
Freshers
Sports Fair
26th September 10am - 4pm
Roger Bettles Sports Centre, Oadby
Freshers
Support and Volunteering Fair
26th September 11am - 3pm
Common Room, Percy Gee Building
Freshers
Therapy Dog Drop-in
26th September 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Common Room, Percy Gee Building
Freshers
Ultimate Frisbee Society Ultimate Frisbee Give it a go - 26th Sept 8:00PM-10:00PM
26th September 8pm - 10pm
The Roger Bettles Sport Centre, Rugby Pitch
A Taster Session for anyone who wishes to try out ultimate frisbee. No Experience needed - everyone welcome
Student Group | De-Stress | Sports | Freshers | Give it a Go - Societies | Give it a Go - Sports
Fresher's Fair Booth
27th September midnight - 28th September midnight
Student Union Building
Come visit us at our booth at the Fresher's Fair!
Freshers | Give it a Go - Societies
Freshers Fair
27th September 9am - 4pm
Percy Gee
Freshers | Fairs
Fresher's Fair
27th September 10am - 28th September 4pm
Student's Union near Starbucks
Meet our officers, bring any questions that you may have. Can't wait to see you all there!
Freshers
Freshers Fair 2023
27th September 10am - 28th September 4pm
O2 Academy Leicester
Join us for this year's FRESHERS FAIR! Grab freebies from local and national businesses and take part in activities.
Freshers | Fairs
Freshers' Fair sponsored by Domino's
27th September 10am - 4pm
O2 Academy, Percy Gee Building
Freshers
Meet the Debate Society
27th September 10am - 4pm
The Percy Gee Building (Student's Union)
Meet the Debate Society at our Freshers Society stall to learn about the society and collect some freebies
Freshers | Give it a Go - Societies | Fairs
Meet the Labour Society
27th September 10am - 4pm
The Percy Gee Building (Student's Union)
Meet the Labour Society at our Freshers Society stall to learn about the society and collect some freebies
Freshers | Give it a Go - Societies | Fairs
Culture Café
27th September 1pm - 3pm
Global Lounge, Charles Wilson Building (Ground Floor)
Freshers
Vintage Night
27th September 7pm - 8:30pm
Sir Bob Burgees building in room 1.02
We're hosting a vintage themed fancy dress social and you, your flatmates, and your course mates are invited!
Freshers
Freshers' Fair sponsored by Domino's
28th September 10am - 4pm
O2 Academy, Percy Gee Building
Freshers
Meet the Debate Society
28th September 10am - 4pm
The Percy Gee Building (Student's Union)
Meet the Debate Society at our Freshers Society stall to learn about the society and collect some freebies
Freshers | Give it a Go - Societies | Fairs
Meet the Labour Society
28th September 10am - 4pm
The Percy Gee Building (Student's Union)
Meet the Labour Society at our Freshers Society stall to learn about the society and collect some freebies
Freshers | Give it a Go - Societies | Fairs
Sports and Activities Fair
28th September 10am - 4pm
SU Square and Common Room, Percy Gee Building
Freshers
Craft Corner: Macrame Keychains
29th September 10am - 11am
SU common Room
Freshers
Feel Good Friday
29th September 11am - 4pm
Common Room, Percy Gee Building
Freshers
Macmillan Coffee Morning
29th September 11am - 2pm
Common Room, Percy Gee Building
Freshers
Roller Skating
29th September 11am - 5pm
O2 Academy
Freshers
Craft Corner: Mandala Drawing
29th September 11:15am - 12:15pm
SU common Room
Freshers
Ikea Nottingham Coach Trip
29th September 12:30pm - 4pm
Freshers
Craft Corner: Cross Stitching
29th September 12:45pm - 1:45pm
SU common Room
Freshers
Craft Corner: Paint a Pot
29th September 2pm - 3:15pm
SU common Room
Freshers
Craft Corner: Knitting
29th September 3:30pm - 4:45pm
SU common Room
Freshers
Worship Night!
29th September 7pm - 8:30pm
Attenborough Film Theatre
A night for you to leave everything behind and praise God in a faith filled atmosphere with other believers!
Freshers
Physoc Welcome Drinks
29th September 7:30pm - 11pm
The Loaded Dog, London Road, Leicester, LE2 1ED
Student Group | Freshers | Give it a Go - Societies
Give it a Go (Mixed Session)
30th September 10am - noon
Danielle Brown Sports Centre
Our Give It A Go Sessions are the best ways to try out the sport and meet lots of new and old dodgeballers. We will get into teams and play some regular gamers then do some more chilled mini-games
Sports | Freshers | Give it a Go - Sports
Give it a Go - Fencing
30th September 1pm - 6pm
Danelle Brown Studio
Come give Fencing a try and meet the other members of the club.
Freshers | Give it a Go - Sports
Give-It-A-Go Session 1 - Quadball
30th September 2pm - 4pm
Victoria Park by the Attenborough Building
The first Quadball Give-it-a-go session of the 2023/24 academic year. This will be a fun beginner-friendly introduction to the sport and a great way to meet the team!
Student Group | Sports | Freshers | Give it a Go - Societies | Give it a Go - Sports
Give it a Go – Astrosoc Stargazing & Observatory Night
30th September 7:30pm - 10pm
University observatory, Manor Road, Oadby
Student Group | Freshers | Give it a Go - Societies
Green Bubble
2nd October 3pm - 5pm
Opportunities Hub, 2nd Floor, Percy Gee Building
Freshers
First Meeting of the Semester
2nd October 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Attenborough Building 205 (ATT-205)
Come on by for a relaxing evening and get to know the officer team. We will be creating collages from magazine and newspaper clippings that showcase an interest or something neat about yourself!
Freshers | Give it a Go - Societies
Scenturion - Perfume Pop-up
3rd October 10am - 4pm
Campus Kitchen Entrance, Percy Gee Building
Freshers
Lunchtime Showcase
3rd October 12:30pm - 1:30pm
SU Square, Percy Gee Building
Hey there! Don't miss out on the fun at SU Square tomorrow where some amazing societies will be presenting a mini-showcase during lunchtime. We'd love to have you there!
Student Group | Freshers
Give-It-A-Go Session 2 - Quadball
4th October 2pm - 4pm
Victoria Park by the Attenborough Building
The second Quadball Give-it-a-go session of the 2023/24 academic year. This will be a fun beginner-friendly introduction to the sport and a great way to meet the team!
Student Group | Sports | Freshers | Give it a Go - Societies | Give it a Go - Sports
Scenturion - Perfume Pop-up
5th October 10am - 4pm
Campus Kitchen Entrance, Percy Gee Building
Freshers
Meet & Greet: Malaysian Society
6th October 7pm - 9pm
Charles Wilson, Belvoir Park Lounge
Our first event: Meet & Greet with the Malaysian Society! Don't miss out on this free event!
Freshers
Give-It-A-Go Session 3 - Quadball
7th October 2pm - 4pm
Victoria Park by the Attenborough Building
The third Quadball Give-it-a-go session of the 2023/24 academic year. This will be a fun beginner-friendly introduction to the sport and a great way to meet the team!
Student Group | Sports | Freshers | Give it a Go - Societies | Give it a Go - Sports
Give it a Go - Pub Social
7th October 7:30pm - 11pm
Grand Union, 24 King St, Leicester LE1 6RL
Freshers | Give it a Go - Societies
Give it a Go (Womens Only Session)
8th October 3pm - 4:30pm
Danielle Brown Sports Centre
Our Give It A Go Sessions are the best ways to try out the sport and meet lots of new and old dodgeballers. We will get into teams and play some regular gamers then do some more chilled mini-games
Sports | Freshers | Give it a Go - Sports
Give it a Go (Mixed Session)
8th October 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Danielle Brown Sports Centre
Our Give It A Go Sessions are the best ways to try out the sport and meet lots of new and old dodgeballers. We will get into teams and play some regular gamers then do some more chilled mini-games
Sports | Freshers | Give it a Go - Sports
Poster Sale
10th October 9am - 5pm
SU Square
Freshers
Poster Sale
11th October 9am - 5pm
SU Square
Freshers
NEW! Creative Wednesdays with Attenborough Arts Centre
11th October 2pm - 4pm
The Common Room, Lower Ground Floor, Percy Gee Building
Freshers
Games night social
11th October 6pm - 8pm
Bob Burgess 1.02
Come join us for our first social. Meet new friends, eat pizza, play games. This will be a super chilled evening to come and learn more about our society. We. will also be selling baked goods to raise money for lives lost in the Palestine conflict.
Freshers | Give it a Go - Societies
Welcome Back Bar Crawl - Quadball
11th October 6pm - 10pm
Leicester Town Centre
The welcome back bar crawl is the first Quadball social of the 2023/24 academic year. Whether you are a new fresher, current member or graduate, all are welcome.
Student Group | Sports | Freshers
Society Welcome Event
12th October 6pm - 8pm
Bennet Lecture Theatre 2
Society Welcome Event Ft. Red Bull + Loaded Dog Social
Workshop | Freshers | Lecture | Give it a Go - Societies
Meet & Greet
13th October 4pm - 6pm
Food Market (Percy Gee)
Freshers | Black History Month | Volunteering | Online Meet and Greet
Freshers Perranporth Surf Trip
20th October midnight - 22nd October midnight
Come join the first surf trip of the year down to Perranporth, Cornwall. No experience or equipment required. Any questions contact us on the instagram @uolsurf Also contact us to be added to the WhatsApp groupchats!
Sports | Freshers | Give it a Go - Societies | Give it a Go - Sports
IBM AI Talk + Careers Workshop + Networking Event
26th October 6pm - 8pm
Bennet Lecture Theatre 2
IBM AI Talk + Careers Workshop + Networking Event
Workshop | Fairs | Advice
Fresher's Fair
27th October 10am - 4pm
Percy Gee
Come join us this freshers season! You can meet the team behind the committee and ask any questions.
Freshers
Plant Sale
27th October 10am - 5:30pm
Centenary Square
Freshers

Try our Societies and Sports Clubs Out

Give it a 'Row' - Ergo
25th September 4pm - 7pm
The Erg Room, Ground Floor, Charles Wilson Building (opposite sports hall)
Rowing machine session
Ultimate Frisbee Society Ultimate Frisbee Give it a go - 26th Sept 8:00PM-10:00PM
26th September 8pm - 10pm
The Roger Bettles Sport Centre, Rugby Pitch
A Taster Session for anyone who wishes to try out ultimate frisbee. No Experience needed - everyone welcome
Fresher's Fair Booth
27th September midnight - 28th September midnight
Student Union Building
Come visit us at our booth at the Fresher's Fair!
Meet the Debate Society
27th September 10am - 4pm
The Percy Gee Building (Student's Union)
Meet the Debate Society at our Freshers Society stall to learn about the society and collect some freebies
Meet the Labour Society
27th September 10am - 4pm
The Percy Gee Building (Student's Union)
Meet the Labour Society at our Freshers Society stall to learn about the society and collect some freebies
Give it a 'Row'
27th September 1pm - 5pm
Leicester Rowing Club, Upperton Road, Leicester, LE2 7AU
Water session
Give it a Go: Dungeons & Dragons
27th September 6pm - 10pm
Room G85, in the Bennett Building.
Ever wanted to try Dungeons & Dragons? Now's your chance! We're running a session where you'll make a character then run them through a short adventure to learn the ropes. This session is aimed at newer players but anyone is free to join!
Meet the Debate Society
28th September 10am - 4pm
The Percy Gee Building (Student's Union)
Meet the Debate Society at our Freshers Society stall to learn about the society and collect some freebies
Meet the Labour Society
28th September 10am - 4pm
The Percy Gee Building (Student's Union)
Meet the Labour Society at our Freshers Society stall to learn about the society and collect some freebies
Give it a 'Row' - Circuits
28th September 6pm - 7pm
TBC
Strength and conditioning circuits session.
Labour Society Freshers Social
28th September 6pm - 7:30pm
Attenborough Film Theater
Find out all about the Labour Society with free pizza after the event! Come and find out about what we offer, how you can get involved, what campaigns we are running this year and about our upcoming events.
Give it a Go - Projects and Rover Introduction
29th September 4pm - 7pm
PHY F23
Give it a 'Row' - Ergo
29th September 4pm - 5pm
The Erg Room, Ground Floor, Charles Wilson Building (opposite sports hall)
Rowing machine session
Debate Society Freshers Social
29th September 6pm - 7:30pm
Ken Edwards Lecture Theater 2
Find out all about the Debating Society with free pizza after the event! Come and find out about what we offer, how you can get involved, how our debates work, when our competitions are and our upcoming events.
Physoc Welcome Drinks
29th September 7:30pm - 11pm
The Loaded Dog, London Road, Leicester, LE2 1ED
Give It A Go Bar Crawl
29th September 8pm - 11:59pm
Revolution
GIVE IT A GO BAR CRAWL!!! Bar crawl for people interested in joining Cocktail Society with no requirement for a membership. Starting at Revolution at 8pm. Hope to see you there!
Give it a Go (Mixed Session)
30th September 10am - noon
Danielle Brown Sports Centre
Our Give It A Go Sessions are the best ways to try out the sport and meet lots of new and old dodgeballers. We will get into teams and play some regular gamers then do some more chilled mini-games
Give it a Go - Fencing
30th September 1pm - 6pm
Danelle Brown Studio
Come give Fencing a try and meet the other members of the club.
Jesters team photo Ultimate Frisbee Give it a go - 30th Sept 1:00PM-4:00PM
30th September 1pm - 4pm
Oadby Stoughton Playing Fields , 4 Stoughton Rd, Oadby, Leicester LE2 4DS
A Taster Session for anyone who wishes to try out ultimate frisbee. No Experience needed - everyone welcome
Give-It-A-Go Session 1 - Quadball
30th September 2pm - 4pm
Victoria Park by the Attenborough Building
The first Quadball Give-it-a-go session of the 2023/24 academic year. This will be a fun beginner-friendly introduction to the sport and a great way to meet the team!
Give it a Go – Astrosoc Stargazing & Observatory Night
30th September 7:30pm - 10pm
University observatory, Manor Road, Oadby
Give it a go - Archery
1st October noon - 3pm
O2 Academy, Percy Gee Building
Want to give archery a try?
Give it a 'Row'
1st October 1pm - 5pm
Leicester Rowing Club, Upperton Road, Leicester, LE2 7AU
Water session
Ultimate Frisbee Give it a go - 1st Oct 1:00PM-4:00PM
1st October 1pm - 4pm
Danielle Brown Sports Centre Leicester, LE1 7RH
A Taster Session for anyone who wishes to try out ultimate frisbee. No Experience needed - everyone welcome
Give it a Go (Mixed Session)
1st October 4pm - 6pm
Danielle Brown Sports Centre
Our Give It A Go Sessions are the best ways to try out the sport and meet lots of new and old dodgeballers. We will get into teams and play some regular gamers then do some more chilled mini-games
First Meeting of the Semester
2nd October 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Attenborough Building 205 (ATT-205)
Come on by for a relaxing evening and get to know the officer team. We will be creating collages from magazine and newspaper clippings that showcase an interest or something neat about yourself!
Give it a Go: Dungeons & Dragons
2nd October 6pm - 10pm
Room G85, in the Bennett Building.
Ever wanted to try Dungeons & Dragons? Now's your chance! We're running a session where you'll make a character then run them through a short adventure to learn the ropes. This session is aimed at newer players but anyone is free to join!
Glee Taster Session 1
2nd October 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Percy Gee 1.01
Lunchtime Showcase
3rd October 12:30pm - 1:30pm
SU Square, Percy Gee Building
Hey there! Don't miss out on the fun at SU Square tomorrow where some amazing societies will be presenting a mini-showcase during lunchtime. We'd love to have you there!
Give it a Go - Film Night
3rd October 6pm - 9pm
KE 1
Give it a Go - The government needs more powers to stop Just Stop Oil
3rd October 6pm - 7:30pm
Ken Edwards Lecture Theater 2
Come to our first debate about Just Stop Oil. We welcome both casual and serious debators, as well as anyone who just wants to watch a good spectacle.
Give it a Go - Friendship Bracelets.
3rd October 6:30pm - 8pm
SU training room
This is an opportunity to test out if you would like to become a member and meet like-minded craft friends.
Glee Taster Session 2
3rd October 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mountaineering - Give it a Go (Bouldering)
3rd October 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Give is a go session (Bouldering) at Social Climbing for Freshers and prospective ULMC members.
Jesters team photo Ultimate Frisbee Give it a go - 3rd Oct 8:00PM-10:00PM
3rd October 8pm - 10pm
The Roger Bettles Sport Centre, Rugby Pitch
A Taster Session for anyone who wishes to try out ultimate frisbee. No Experience needed - everyone welcome
Give it a 'Row'
4th October 1pm - 5pm
Leicester Rowing Club, Upperton Road, Leicester, LE2 7AU
Give-It-A-Go Session 2 - Quadball
4th October 2pm - 4pm
Victoria Park by the Attenborough Building
The second Quadball Give-it-a-go session of the 2023/24 academic year. This will be a fun beginner-friendly introduction to the sport and a great way to meet the team!
Give it a Go: Meet Shadow Minister Alex Norris MP - how Labour will change policing and level up
4th October 6pm - 7:30pm
Attenborough Film Theater
In our first proper event of the academic year, find out how Labour will change policing and level up the country from shadow minister for policing, Alex Norris
Give it a 'Row' - Ergo
6th October 4pm - 7pm
The Erg Room, Ground Floor, Charles Wilson Building (opposite sports hall)
Rowing machine session
Ultimate Frisbee Give it a go - 6th Oct 7:00PM-8:00PM
6th October 7pm - 8pm
Charles Wilson Building , University of Leicester, Leicester LE1 7RH
A Taster Session for anyone who wishes to try out ultimate frisbee. No Experience needed - everyone welcome
Ultimate Frisbee Trials - 6th Oct 8:00PM-10:00PM
6th October 8pm - 10pm
Charles Wilson Building , University of Leicester, Leicester LE1 7RH
The second half of the Charles Wilson session on the 6th of october will be used to play high intensity games
Mountaineering - Give it a Go (Outdoor)
7th October 8am - 5pm
Come give outdoor climbing a go. Open to all abilities for new members and Freshers.
Give-It-A-Go Session 3 - Quadball
7th October 2pm - 4pm
Victoria Park by the Attenborough Building
The third Quadball Give-it-a-go session of the 2023/24 academic year. This will be a fun beginner-friendly introduction to the sport and a great way to meet the team!
Give it a Go - Pub Social
7th October 7:30pm - 11pm
Grand Union, 24 King St, Leicester LE1 6RL
Ancholme Head
8th October 6am - 6pm
Ancholme Rowing Club, River Ancholme, Brigg
Give it a 'Row'
8th October 1pm - 5pm
Leicester Rowing Club, Upperton Road, Leicester, LE2 7AU
Water session
Give it a Go (Womens Only Session)
8th October 3pm - 4:30pm
Danielle Brown Sports Centre
Our Give It A Go Sessions are the best ways to try out the sport and meet lots of new and old dodgeballers. We will get into teams and play some regular gamers then do some more chilled mini-games
Give it a Go (Mixed Session)
8th October 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Danielle Brown Sports Centre
Our Give It A Go Sessions are the best ways to try out the sport and meet lots of new and old dodgeballers. We will get into teams and play some regular gamers then do some more chilled mini-games
Weekly Social Meeting
9th October 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Attenborough Building 205 (ATT-205)
Come on by for our social meetings - events change weekly!
Mathematics Meet Up
9th October 6pm - 8pm
Attenborough 111
Free Pizza and Games! What more could you want?! See us on Monday, It is free for everyone and you don't need to know Maths!
Give it a Go - Is Britain institutionally racist?
10th October 6pm - 7:30pm
Ken Edwards Lecture Theater 2
Come to our second debate about institutional racism. We welcome both casual and serious debators, as well as anyone who just wants to watch a good spectacle.
Mountaineering - Give it a Go (Bouldering)
10th October 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Give it a go session (Bouldering) at Social Climbing for Freshers and prospective ULMC members.
Mountaineering - Give it a Go (indoor roped)
11th October 1pm - 5pm
Meet in front of the O2 ticket office
Give it a go session for indoor roped climbing. Open for all abilities to Freshers and potential new members to ULMC
Games night social
11th October 6pm - 8pm
Bob Burgess 1.02
Come join us for our first social. Meet new friends, eat pizza, play games. This will be a super chilled evening to come and learn more about our society. We. will also be selling baked goods to raise money for lives lost in the Palestine conflict.
Welcome Back Bar Crawl - Quadball
11th October 6pm - 10pm
Leicester Town Centre
The welcome back bar crawl is the first Quadball social of the 2023/24 academic year. Whether you are a new fresher, current member or graduate, all are welcome.
Society Welcome Event
12th October 6pm - 8pm
Bennet Lecture Theatre 2
Society Welcome Event Ft. Red Bull + Loaded Dog Social
Café Social. (limited tickets)
14th October 11am - 1pm
6 Degrees Coffee House, Leicester, LE2 0QS
There is limited tickets!
Nottingham Autumn Small Boats Head
15th October 6am - 6pm
River Trent, Nottingham
Weekly Social Meeting
16th October 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Charles Wilson Belvoir Complex
Come on by for our social meetings - events change weekly!
Some sports are far more important than others
17th October 6pm - 7:30pm
Ken Edwards Lecture Theater 2
Come to our next debate about Sports! Several sport's society's will be attending so this promises to be an unforgettable spectacle. We welcome both casual and serious debtors, as well as anyone who just wants to watch a good throwdown.
Cross Stitch evening.
17th October 6:30pm - 8pm
SU Training Room.
Come along to our Cross Stitch evening!
Weekly Gaming Event
19th October 6pm - 9pm
Sir Bob Burgess 1.03
Join us for our weekly meetups.
Freshers Perranporth Surf Trip
20th October midnight - 22nd October midnight
Come join the first surf trip of the year down to Perranporth, Cornwall. No experience or equipment required. Any questions contact us on the instagram @uolsurf Also contact us to be added to the WhatsApp groupchats!
Meet and Greet, With an Introduction to Underwater and Maritime Archaology
23rd October 5pm - 6:30pm
Attenborough Room 208
We are excited to announce that on Monday the 23rd we will have our first meet of the term! This is a meet and greet session with an introduction to Underwater and Maritime Archaeology! So pop along! The room is 208 in the Attenborough on campus.
Weekly Social Meeting
23rd October 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Charles Wilson Belvoir Complex
Come on by for our social meetings - events change weekly!
Weekly Gaming Event
26th October 6pm - 10pm
Level Up Lounge, Percy Gee
Join us for our weekly gaming event.
Weekly Social Meeting
30th October 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Charles Wilson Belvoir Complex
Come on by for our social meetings - events change weekly!

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