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There are a range of ways you can exercise, work out, or play a sport at ANU - just read on! Daily physical activity has a range of physical and mental wellbeing benefits. 

Benefits of exercising

Alongside increasing fitness and physical health, regular exercise can reduce symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression, and improve cognitive functioning. Health guidelines recommend 30 minutes of moderate physical activity, on most days of the week.  

• Read about how working out can boost brain health in this , which summarises the research behind benefits of exercise for stress levels, mental health, and memory.  

• See the  for more information.

Looking to get active?

•  has a wide range of facilities, services, short courses, and events to help you get and stay active. For students, gym memberships start from as low as $12 per week. Students can also get up to 13 fitness classes FREE every week, thanks to ANUSA. See more information about gym memberships and classes .  This information is correct as of January 2025. Please check ANU Sport website for update pricing.
• ANU Sport also has a diverse . Whatever your sporting talents are, there's something for you. ANU's Market Day, held in O-week each year, is a fantastic way to meet the people behind each club. You can also stay in touch via each club's Facebook page and contact information can be found . 
• ANU Students can access several facilities at no cost, during FREE Student hours, before 2 pm Monday – Friday.
• ANU Sport launched a Reformer Pilates studio in December 2024, with very competitive student pricing learn more .
• Exercise doesn't have to be intense or vigorous... how about a walk or leisurely ride to get out and about? Canberra has an impressive network of picturesque cycling and walking paths, many of which are easily accessible from the ANU campus. Find information and path maps .  
• There are also a few public exercise facilities dotted around the city. See their locations .