Fitness
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Staying fit while abroad is a great way to remain healthy so you can make the most of your time in London! London is a very active city with cycle super highways, tons of sports facilities, clubs, and races. Check out some of our tips and recommendations on places and people to connect with below! 
CLASSES & CLUBS
Use your Imperial College Union associate membership* to join one of their many fitness clubs or societies. Click here for information about associate membership benefits and restrictions.
If you join a sports team that practises at Ethos Sports Centre, click here to register and apply for access to the centre (this free access is just for team sessions, see 'Gyms' section below for paid membership of the gym.) On the form, select 'No - I do not have an Imperial ID', then continue to complete the form as a 'Visiting Student'.
Directory of dance classes in a variety of styles all across London
Search for groups who play the sport you love in the local area
Free group exercise classes in local parks led by experienced instructors
Yoga and Pilates classes in Chelsea and other London locations
CYCLING
Spin classes at various locations including Battersea and Hammersmith
Cycle like a champion at the world class veledrome opened for the London 2012 games
Spin classes in central and east London
Hire a bike from one of London's 750 docking stations - prices start at £2
Leisure routes around London that you can explore by bike
GYMS
£64 per month with a short term pass
£35 per month membership with FIE ID and Imperial College Union membership card*
Try different gyms and classes in London with daily and short term access passes from as little as £5
Membership offer for FIE Students:
- 1 month = £69.99
- 6 weeks = £89.99
- 3 months = £129.99
INCLUSIVE FITNESS
Candoco’s youth dance company for disabled and non-disabled dancers aged 13-25
English Federation of Disability Sports
Directory of gyms accredited by the Inclusive Fitness Initiative
Directory for disability sports clubs in London
A pioneering dance company committed to making Latin and Ballroom dance accessible for everyone
RUNNING
The largest free running club in London
Running routes in Kensington & Chelsea
Free 5km timed runs taking part weekly in parks across London and the UK
Information on running routes, running clubs, and races in the capital
Top running routes in London
List of running groups in London
SWIMMING
£4.50 per session at Chelsea Sports Centre and Kensington Leisure Centre
Swim in the same pool as the London 2012 Olympic champions – no membership required
Search engine to find swimming pools in the local area
WALKING
Leisurely paced 3-6 mile walks in the Greater London area
Walking group with short mid-week walks in London and long weekend walks outside the capital
Transport for London - Walking
Interesting routes and other information about walking in and around the capital
The ‘urban walking route planner’
*FIE provides Imperial College Union associate membership for Spring, Fall and Winter programs only – if you’re on a Summer program and would like to purchase an associate membership card, enquire directly at the Imperial College Union reception