From October 2026 a new access system will be used for the University Sports Centre.
To gain access everyone will have to follow the instructions:
Oxford Aikikai — registering on the Oxford University Sports app
Download the Oxford University Sport app:
- iPhone: Download from the Apple App Store
- Android: Download from Google Play
Register:
For members who are not Oxford University students or staff.
Note: If you already have an Oxford University Sport account, go straight to the membership request.
- Open the app and tap Login. You can also register on the website.
- Choose Register beneath “External to the University?”
- Create your account. Enter your personal details and select External to Oxford University under Category. Use your own email address and create a password. Leave the Bod Card field blank if you don’t have one. Review the required terms and health statement, choose your communication preferences, and complete registration.
Submit a membership request:
- Sign in using your email and password.
- Open “My profile” from the menu showing your name or initials in the top right-hand corner.
- Scroll down to “Join Club“.
- Search for Aikido in the Organisation field and select Aikido Club. This is the club to select even if you are external to the University.
- Tap Save. This sends your membership request to the club for approval.
Remember to complete both parts: creating your account and submitting your club membership request.
Once we have your membership request we’ll get you approved.
“Purchase” a sybscription to the Aikido Club
To gain the ability to book a practice a no-cost subscription must be “purchased”.
Book each practice you will attend
Practice sessions can be booked up to 1 week in advance.
On entry to the sports centre the app must be used to scan a QR code on the gate to allow entry.