Live Well
If you're living in university-managed accommodation at ARU, Live Well is for you.
We know that staying active can boost your wellbeing, helping you feel more connected, make new friends, and enjoy your university experience to the fullest.
To support this, the Live Well package includes access to campus gyms and sport sessions.
Find out what's on offer at your campus.
Live Well is available if you're living in:
- Peter Taylor House
- Swinhoe House
- Collier Road
- Anastasia House
- Stourbridge Grove
- University houses
Included in your Live Well package:
- Off-peak access to Helmore Gym (weekdays before 3pm and anytime on weekends)
- Access to all Campus Sport sessions in Cambridge throughout your tenancy
- BUCS UNIversal Gym Membership – access participating university gyms across the UK
Getting started
Drop into Helmore Gym during opening hours. Signing up is quick and easy, and you’ll be enjoying the benefits in no time.
Want full gym access? Upgrade to peak-time access at Helmore Gym for a one-off fee of £25.
Live Well is available if you're living in:
- Chelmsford Student Village
Included in your Live Well package:
- Unlimited off-peak access to The Old Factory Gym (weekdays before 3pm and anytime on weekends)
- Free access to all Campus Sport sessions in Chelmsford for the duration of your tenancy
- BUCS UNIversal Gym Membership – access participating university gyms across the UK
Getting started
Pop into The Old Factory Gym or Mildmay Sports Centre during opening hours. We’ll get you signed up and ready to go in minutes.
Want full gym access? For a one-time fee of £50, you’ll unlock peak-time access and full entry to all fitness classes.
Live Well is available if you're living in:
- Hamilton Halls
- Maddison Halls
- Tabor Halls
- Dent Halls
- Gill Halls
- Harvey Halls
- Strutt Halls
Included in your Live Well package:
- Full membership to the newly refurbished Writtle Gym
- Access to all Campus Sport sessions in Writtle and Chelmsford (weekdays before 3pm and anytime on weekends)
- Unlimited off-peak access to The Old Factory Gym
- BUCS UNIversal Gym Membership – access participating university gyms across the UK
Getting started
Sign-up by dropping into the Recreation Centre – you’ll be enjoying your benefits in no time.
You can register for Live Well as soon as you move into your accommodation.
Live Well benefits continue throughout your tenancy, so you can make use of them during holidays, quieter times, and exam periods.
Our goal is to create an inclusive, welcoming programme that offers something for everyone. We understand that not every activity suits every individual, and we’re here to listen and adapt where possible.
If you have specific needs, concerns or questions, please get in touch: [email protected]. We’re happy to chat and explore options with you.