Northumbria University Sport, the sport service of Northumbria University at Newcastle, provides facilities and services for students, staff and members of the public on both a membership and casual basis. These Terms and Conditions set out the way in which our services are delivered and what you can expect from us.
In entering into any agreement, you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions.
1.0 Interpretation
Terms & Conditions means the provisions set out within this document and constitute an agreement between Northumbria University trading as Northumbria University Sport and the purchaser (you).
Northumbria University Sport is the Sport Service of The University of Northumbria University.
2.0 Membership
There are a number of different membership products available for purchase which have various benefits attached to them. The definition of each of the membership products is detailed here.
2.1 Sport Central Smartcard (“mifare card”)
All members require a Smartcard in order to access the facilities at the various sites. Staff and student members of Northumbria University Sport will have their access privileges uploaded to their University of Northumbria at Newcastle Smartcard. Associate and Public members will be provided with a Smartcard as part of their membership package which will be uploaded with access rights appropriate to their choice of membership package. There will be an associated charge for replacement cards.
2.2 Platinum
Platinum membership includes the following provisions subject to Off Peak and Peak restrictions. A full Fitness Induction, access to the Fitness Centres and the Group Exercise Class programme at both Sport Central & Coach Lane, use of the Sport Central Swimming Pool at any open session, Aqua Fit classes, entitlement to discounted Swimming Lessons and Facility Hire charges, Central Climbing membership entitlement and a maximum of 2 Sports Club memberships with BUCS Card. All classes and open sessions are subject to availability. Platinum membership is available on an annual and monthly Direct Debit basis subject to the general conditions set out in this document. The cancellation of or downgrading from a Platinum membership will result in the immediate cancellation of any Sports Club membership subscription(s) initially included within the Platinum membership package. Members’ BUCS Card must also be returned to Sport Central.
2.3 Complete Fitness & Swim
Complete Fitness & Swim membership includes the following provisions subject to Off Peak and Peak restrictions. A full Fitness Induction, access to the Fitness Centres and the Group Exercise Class programme at both Sport Central & Coach Lane, use of the Sport Central Swimming Pool at any open session, Aqua Fit classes, and entitlement to discounted Swimming Lessons and Facility Hire charges. All classes and open sessions are subject to availability. Complete Fitness & Swim membership is available on an annual and monthly Direct Debit basis.
2.4 Central Fitness
Central Fitness membership includes the following provisions subject to Off Peak and Peak restrictions. A full Fitness Induction, access to the Fitness Centre and Group Exercise Class programme at Sport Central and entitlement to discounted Facility Hire charges. All classes are subject to availability. Central Fitness membership is available on an annual and monthly Direct Debit basis.
2.5 Central Swim
Central Swim membership includes the following provisions subject to Off Peak and Peak restrictions. Use of the Sport Central Swimming Pool at any open session, Aqua Fit classes, entitlement to discounted Swimming Lessons and Facility Hire charges. All classes and open sessions are subject to availability. Central Swim membership is available on an annual and monthly Direct Debit basis.
2.6 Central Climb
Central Climb membership includes the following provisions subject to Off Peak and Peak restrictions. A Climbing Wall Induction, Competency Check and Open Climbing sessions and entitlement to discounted Facility Hire charges. Central Climb membership is available on an annual and monthly Direct Debit basis.
2.7 Coach Lane
Coach Lane membership includes the following provisions subject to Off Peak and Peak restrictions. A full Fitness Induction, access to the Fitness Centre and Group Exercise Class programme at Coach Lane ONLY and entitlement to discounted Facility Hire charges across all facilities. All classes are subject to availability. Coach Lane membership is available on an annual and monthly Direct Debit basis.
2.8 Single Sport Club
Single Sport Club membership includes the following provisions and is not subject to Peak or Off Peak restrictions. It includes entry to club-specific training sessions only up to 15 minutes before the scheduled start time to allow access to changing rooms, a BUCS Card and access to the complete Sport Club programme; for full details please contact the Team Northumbria Manager. This product is only available to be purchased in advance and in full. Any other access to the facilities must be obtained through the purchase of a valid membership subscription or facility hire or activity fee, such as for classes or courses.
2.9 Student Membership
Student membership is only available to those people who are on a current accredited course by Northumbria University and are registered on the Northumbria University student database.
2.10 Staff Membership
Staff membership is only available to people who hold a current contract of employment with Northumbria University and are on the Northumbria University HR database. Once employment is terminated, either by the member of staff or by the university, the benefits of staff membership will be revoked. It is the responsibility of the individual to inform Sport Northumbria if their employment status changes.
Northumbria University Sport will also offer staff a Salary Sacrifice Scheme. To qualify for Salary Sacrifice, you must be paid via the University payroll.
2.11 Associate Membership
Associate membership is available to the following people with the type of proof required in order to qualify for the benefits. This proof of entitlement will be required on your first visit to Sport Central or Coach Lane if purchasing the membership online or at the time of purchase at reception.
Northumbria University graduate within 5 years of graduating; a degree certificate is required.
Retired member of staff; Contract of employment. If you are no longer in possession of a copy, Northumbria University Sport will request confirmation of your eligibility from our HR Department.
Direct staff family; passports, Drivers Licence, other in date Social Security documentation.
NUS Card Holders; a current National Union of Students photcard
16- 18 Year Old Student Travelcard Holders; a valid bus, metro, train or other public transport provider photocard in date.
2.12 Public Membership and Concessions
Public Membership is available to everyone who does not qualify for a discounted membership group and is subject to the Terms and Conditions outlined in this document. Concessions are available to Under 16’s and Seniors over 60. Photo proof is required that has a Date of Birth listed; accepted methods include passport, driving licence and travelcards.
All members will revert to the Public member classification once their current member classification lapses on the booking system and proof of eligibility will be required in order to change from one classification to another (e.g. Northumbria University Student members will default to Public members upon graduating or leaving the University. Graduates of Northumbria University can then apply for an Associate membership according to the terms in point 2.11).
