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Monday 28 September 2026
Clubs & Societies
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Taster #1
28/09/2026 | 17:00 - 19:00
Join us at our taster session to try out MMA! We will teach some basic striking (punches, kicks) and grappling (takedowns, submissions) moves in a fun and supportive enviroment. This is a great opportunity if you're a beginner or just interested in finding out more to meet the team and ask questions.Make sure to get a Taster Membership for this event (it's free!)
Bars
SSEES Society - Meet & Greet at Phineas
28/09/2026 | 17:00 - 18:00
Welcome to SSEES!Congratulations on becoming part of the UCL community! We here at SSEES Society are super excited to welcome you to our home on campus with our first ever event of the year! 🎉We are the departmental society representing students at the UCL School of Slavonic & East European Studies (SSEES) and function as the home of Eastern European life, language, and culture at UCL! 🌍
Bars
Know Your Union Bar Crawl (Postgrads)
28/09/2026 | 17:00 - 19:00
Finish off your first day of Welcome in style by joining us on this Postgrad only Union Bar Crawl. Led by fellow students this bar crawl will allow you to discover the campus social scene finishing at Institute - the bar most popular with our postgraduate students.
Sport
Squash taster session
28/09/2026 | 17:00 - 19:00
Fancy trying something new at UCL? Come along for a fun, relaxed introduction to squash, where we'll run some fun games, basic drills and mini matches, with plenty of time to meet other students and have a hit. No experience or equipment needed — just bring yourself and give squash a go!
Events & Activities
TeamUCL Gym Tour
28/09/2026 | 17:30 - 18:00
Each Gym Tour will begin after the completion of an Induction Talk in Bloomsbury Theatre. The Induction Talks are due to finish at 13:00, 15:15 and 17:30.This is a great opportunity to get a guided tour around TeamUCL Gym from our friendly and knowledgeable staff. Any questions you may have, the team will be happy to answer. Tour guides: TeamUCL Gym StaffTimes: 13:00, 15:15, 17:30
Clubs & Societies
Social Stretching Stression
28/09/2026 | 17:30 - 18:00
Join us for a relaxed pre‑run stretch & yoga session designed to loosen your muscles, calm your mind, and help you feel ready for our social run. This short, beginner‑friendly session will focus on gentle mobility, light yoga flows, and easy stretching, perfect whether you’re new to running or just want to warm up with others.
Sport
Project Active X RAX Club: Social Runs
28/09/2026 | 18:00 - 19:00
Discover Project Active X RAX Club: Social Runs 🏃What to expect at Project Active Social Runs:Kick off Welcome Week with our Social Runs- a fun, relaxed way to meet new people, get moving and explore Regent’s Park together. Whether you're a regular runner or just looking for a fun way to explore the city, everyone is welcome! Expect good vibes, supportive leaders and a super‑social atmosphere…
Clubs & Societies
Freestyle Dance Society Taster #1 - Hip Hop
28/09/2026 | 18:00 - 20:00
Hip Hop taster workshop, starting with learning foundations and then going into freestyle (improvisation) of different moves to different music.Open to all, whether you're experienced in dancing freestyle or a complete beginner to dance.
Sport
Women’s Hockey Club Taster Session
28/09/2026 | 18:00 - 20:00
Come Along to our the first taster session of the year!Our first taster session is open to all levels, whether you’ve played for years or have never even touched a stick. Come and give hockey a go, meet other students and get to know the club! Please get a taster membership if you plan on coming to this event but no other action is needed!
Sport
Competitive Dodgeball Club TASTER Session
28/09/2026 | 18:00 - 19:30
Get ready to dodge, duck, and throw!Join us for a fun, beginner-friendly competitive dodgeball session where you can meet new people, learn basic skills and enjoy some friendly competition.No experience needed. Just bring some comfortable sports wear, suitable trainers and your A game!
Clubs & Societies
Music Society - Meet the Committee Pizza Social
28/09/2026 | 18:30 - 21:00
You are invited to come to our UCL Music Society Meet-the-Committee pizza social to chat with people that leads the Music scene at UCL and to make new friends (and also to eat pizza...). Open to all students who would wish to be part of our Music Society family and would like to know more about us as a society and what we actually offer; most importantly, it's free!
Events & Activities
Taster Session Dancing Le Rock
28/09/2026 | 19:00 - 20:30
🕺 Come discover Le Rock dancing, whether you are a beginner or a returning member, we are excited to welcome you all!🪩 Enjoy 80s music and a fun new way to move your body!Free eventFurther information to be found on our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ucldancinglerock/
Bars
Live Music @ Institute Bar
28/09/2026 | 19:00 - 22:30
Join us every week for a night of smooth tunes and music creativity at the Institute Bar! 🎷Brought to you by the Live Music Society we’re excited to present bi-weekly gigs held at the Institute bar on Mondays.Starting at 19:00, enjoy a fantastic performance by the talented members of the Live Music Society setting the perfect mood for the evening. Kick back and watch the magic happen.…
Events & Activities
RUMS Freshers' Pub Crawl
28/09/2026 | 19:00 - 23:00
Not quite satisfied with the Freshers' Fair? Still not sure what RUMS sport is your vibe? Perhaps the RUMS Freshers' Pub Crawl will help with that.Explore the pubs around the Royal Free where your RUMS Sports Clubs will be waiting for you... there may also be some 'challenges' along the route 🤭Please meet outside the Royal Free Rec Club (where Freshers' Fair is) to begin your crawl!
Clubs & Societies
Handball Club Taster-1
28/09/2026 | 19:00 - 20:30
Come along to our handball taster session and give handball a try! No previous experience is needed — whether you are completely new to the sport or have played before, everyone is welcome.We’ll introduce the basics of handball through some simple drills, games and a chance to play with the club. Just bring comfortable sportswear, trainers and plenty of energy!
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Welcome Ceilidh
28/09/2026 | 19:00 - 21:00
Feel like trying out Scottish Reeling?We'll be starting off the new academic year with our annual Welcome Ceilidh!A Ceilidh is a traditional form of Scottish dance, often danced to folk music at social events like parties or weddings. All dances are beginner-friendly by design so anyone can take part regardless of experience, and we will have a caller to guide all participants through them.
Clubs & Societies
UCL Boxing Taster Session
28/09/2026 | 19:00 - 20:00
Come check out UCL boxing for free before committing to a membership! Open to all students, from complete beginners to experienced boxers.What we'll cover:Stance, footwork, basic punchesSafe, non-contact combination work with partners.What to bring: Gym clothes, indoor trainers, and water. Own gloves are welcome but club gloves are available.
Bars
Beach Party Pre-Drinks
28/09/2026 | 20:00 - 23:00
Join us at Phineas our Beach Party themed night - all are welcome whether you're in it for the long haul or are warming up before Scala's Beach Party this is the place to be, you don't want to miss out! If you're feeling adventurous come in your best beachwear attire and you will be in with a chance of winning a prize😎 otherwise just come as you are, we'll bring the cocktails and the music…
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Muay Thai Taster #1 (General)
28/09/2026 | 20:30 - 21:15
Join us at our General taster session to get a feel of Muay Thai Club! Our coach will introduce the basics of Muay Thai: punches, kicks, knees, and elbows, providing a relaxed and supportive environment for you to try it out. Whether you're completely new or simply interested in finding out more, this is a great opportunity to meet the team, ask questions, and see what being part of the club is…
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Muay Thai Taster #2 (General)
28/09/2026 | 21:15 - 22:00
Join us at our General taster session to get a feel of Muay Thai Club! Our coach will introduce the basics of Muay Thai: punches, kicks, knees, and elbows, providing a relaxed and supportive environment for you to try it out. Whether you're completely new or simply interested in finding out more, this is a great opportunity to meet the team, ask questions, and see what being part of the club is…