Join Team Brunel Sports Clubs – Your Gateway to Student Sport at Brunel
Whether you’re a total beginner or a competitive athlete, Team Brunel sports clubs welcome all students. It’s a fantastic way to stay active, make new friends, and enjoy the full student experience at Brunel.
Ready to get involved? Here’s everything you need to know about joining a sports club, membership options, and the benefits waiting for you.
How Do I Join a Sports Club?
Joining a sports club is simple:
- Click Join a Club to browse all clubs.
- Find the club(s) that suit your interests and add them to your basket.
- Checkout online using the basket icon at the top right of the page.
If you prefer, you can also join in person at the Union Reception next to Costcutter.
Do I Need Experience to Join?
No experience needed! Team Brunel is open to everyone, from complete beginners to seasoned athletes. Bring your enthusiasm, and we’ll help you find the right fit.
Joining a sports club is also a great way to meet new people and make the most of your time at university.
How Much Does It Cost?
There are two membership options for 2025-26, depending on how you want to participate:
Union Sport Competition Membership – £100
Required if you want to compete in BUCS or other competitions. This membership covers everything for training and competing, including club access. You don’t need to buy the £50 Participation Membership separately.
Union Sport Participation Membership – £50
Ideal for students who want to enjoy non-competitive training, recreational sessions, or clubs that do not compete externally.
Membership Upgrade – £50
If you start with a Participation Membership but later decide to compete, you can upgrade to Competition Membership anytime during the year for an additional £50.
No student will pay more than £100 for full access to student sport at Brunel.
What’s Included?
With Competition Membership, you get:
- Access to all Team Brunel sports clubs
- Free entry to Active@Brunel fitness classes and social leagues
- Entry and affiliation fees for BUCS and non-BUCS competitions
- Support for transport and accommodation during competitions
- Referees, umpires, and coaching (where available)
- Use of training and competition facilities
- Training equipment and personal accident insurance
- Support from the Student Activities Team
- Invitations to special events like the Team Brunel Ball, Varsity, and sports tours
- Opportunities to influence the future of student sport through the Team Brunel Committee
With Participation Membership, you get:
- Access to all clubs offering social sessions, non-team training, or non-competitive activities
- Free entry to Active@Brunel fitness classes and social leagues
- Facility access for non-team club activities
- Training equipment and personal accident insurance
- Support from the Student Activities Team
- Invitations to events like the Team Brunel Ball, Varsity, and sports tours
- Opportunities to help shape student sport via the Team Brunel Committee
New for 2025 to 26
- Physical Membership Cards: After purchasing online or in person, you can collect your Union Sport Membership card from the Union Recepiotn. Carry this to training and matches to show your membership status.
When Can I Buy My Membership?
Memberships go on sale from 1 August 2025. We recommend buying early if you’re returning so you’re all set for the start of term.
Need Help?
If you have questions, visit the Student Activities Office (next to Costcutter) from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, or email Student Activities.