Enhance Programme
For University of Nottingham Staff and Students
The Enhance programme is a new health and wellbeing service for the University of Nottingham. Through this programme, all university staff and students can access exercise classes and holistic and beauty therapies at NUH Trust sites. To use Q-active facilities you MUST join as a member first (click here for information - it's free!).
Classes must be booked in advance using the online booking system and paid for in advance at the QMC General Office in the main entrance (open 8.30am-4pm). All activity classes for students are £2, University staff members rates are as per NUH Staff rates, i.e. £2 for 30 mins, £3.00 for 45 mins and £4.00 for 60 mins. You can prepay for as many classes as you want to. Q-active premier memberships are available to University staff members but not to students, further details can be found here.
For the next 3 terms only, STUDENTS will be able to apply for free memberships available on a first-come, first served basis each term. See the registration page to apply for your free membership. Please note this is only live at certain times of the year.
Gym Facilities
Staff and students based at QMC may also use the Gym Facilities. Sessions must be booked in advance and paid for at the QMC General Office. Unfortunately the gym is not accessible to those based outside of QMC due to capacity reasons.
The staff is gym situated on A floor, East Block in Physiotherapy - entrance after 5pm is via the fire doors opposite East Entrance.
Gym sessions will cost £4.00 for staff and students. Gym sessions for students with free memberships will cost 2 class stamps using free places.
The FIRST TIME you go you will need an induction. There are sign up sheets on the notice board outside the gym or pop in during opening hours. And if you're a bit nervous don't panic, go and get inducted with a friend!
Autumn Term Timetable
Monday
| Time | Activity | Instructor | Ability Level | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.15 - 20.00 | Staff Gym Open | Staff Gymnasium |
Tuesday
| Time | Activity | Instructor | Ability Level | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.15 - 20.00 | Staff Gym Open | Staff Gymnasium | ||
| 17.30 - 18.30 | Cardio Combat (aka Boxercise) | Giles | All | Wellbeing Room |
Wednesday
| Time | Activity | Instructor | Ability Level | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12.30 - 13.30 | Staff Gym Open | Staff Gymnasium | ||
| 16.45 - 17.45 | Training Stations | Ann | All | Wellbeing Room |
| 17.00 - 20.00 | Staff Gym Open | Staff Gymnasium | ||
| 18.00 - 19.00 | Aerobics | Liz | All | Wellbeing Room |
Thursday
| Time | Activity | Instructor | Ability Level | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16.00 - 20.00 | Staff Gym Open | Staff Gymnasium | ||
| 17.30 - 18.30 | Yoga | Mary | All | Wellbeing Room |
Friday
| Time | Activity | Instructor | Ability Level | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12.05 - 12.50 | Belly Dancing | Marian | All | Wellbeing Room |
| 16.00 - 18.00 | Staff Gym Open | Mandy | All | Staff Gym |
Class Descriptions
Core Stretch & Strength
A fusion of Pilates, yoga and Static Strength Exercises.
Yoga
Encompassing all styles of yoga, these classes are suitable for all levels. Yoga is used to release physical and mental tension.
Belly Dancing
Belly dancing gives a complete cardiovascular workout and strengthens the abdominal muscles, and is gaining popularity among men and women who want to lose weight. An intense sixty-minute session may burn around 330 calories. Since one focus of belly dancing is to gain strength and flexibility in the abdomen, the dance form is said to be one of the quickest ways to achieve firmness.
Ballroom & Latin
Strictly Come Dancing, new Ballroom and Latin class for beginners. Starting from a beginners level, come and learn everything from Cha Cha to Quickstep. Anyone can pick up these steps, its fun and keeps you very fit!
Training Stations
A complete workout to get fit, have fun, and tone up!
Boxercise
Using techniques developed from boxing, boxercise combines the use of both aerobic and anaerobic energy systems with the systematic recruitment of both fast and slow twitch muscle fibres to tone the body.
Some Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I go for the classes?
Most Enhance classes will be held in the staff gym in the physiotherapy department, on A Floor, QMC. This is in East Block, on the corridor between fracture clinic and East block lifts. There may be some classes held in the Well-Being Room on D Floor in the main hospital. This is near to East Block lifts. Check the current timetable for the location.
Do I need to book in advance?
Yes. All classes must be booked using the online system and paid for in advance on presentation of your University Card at the General Office, B Floor QMC (open 8.30am-4pm). This is in the main entrance of the hospital, near to the ambulance waiting area.
What if I can't get into a class?
If you arrive late the class may already have started. Therefore we ask you to arrive in plenty of time to be fair to others and to ensure you can take part.
Can I get to the class through the medical school?
If you come for a class in the evening then there is a possibility that some doors from the medical school to main hospital may be locked - please check your route and access in advance.
I'm based at City Hospital - can I go to classes there?
In time, there may be access to some classes over at City Hospital Campus although we will let you know if and when these are available. In the meantime you can attend the QMC classes. Please check the website for the latest details.
I'm not based at QMC - can I still come to classes?
If you are staff or student based at another site, you are welcome to attend any of the classes. However, if you're a student and applying for a free membership, please only apply if you are certain you can be at QMC for the classes. This way there will be no wasted memberships.
I'm a student - can I get a free pass in the future if I didn't get one this time?
Yes. They will be offered on a first-come first-served basis every term for the next year only. So if you want one, register as soon as the registration form goes live each time round!
I'm a student - Can I get a free pass next term if I've already had one?
Yes. They will be offered on a first-come first-served basis irrespective of who held them the previous term.
I'm a student - What if I got a free membership but don't want it anymore or can't make any of the classes?
Tell us as soon as possible. This way we can allocate your free sessions to someone else.
I'm a student - Does it matter what course I am on or what I am studying?
No. Last year these were only been available to Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences students, but now they are open to all students from any campus.
What if I want to do something but it's not offered on the timetable?
Tell us. We want to offer a service that you will use so we may be able to accommodate your needs if enough people show an interest. Alternatively, attend one of the many classes provided by the University Sports Centre.
