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Pay and Play is your perfect way to enjoy sport with no commitment!

Designed to be beginner-friendly and social, it’s a great way to have fun, stay active, and make new friends. Our friendly activators are on hand at every session to facilitate play and make you feel welcome.

Please note: these sessions are social play, not taught classes. If you are looking for classes led by qualified instructors, please explore our weekly classes or Learn to... programme.

Group picture from Project Active Pay and Play Pickleball.

Pay and Play Term 3 Timetable

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Pay and Play FAQ's

How do I book onto a session?
Book onto a session by exploring this page or visiting the What's On Calendar
How much does it cost?
Each session we host costs £3.50.
What if I've never played before?
That's completely fine! We welcome people of all abilities to our sessions.
Who leads the sessions?
Our wonderful student activators are present at every session to welcome people and help facilitate the session. When you arrive, be sure to look out for them!
What is the format of sessions?
All our sessions are focused on playing games in a relaxed and beginner-friendly environment.
What should I do when I arrive?
As you arrive, please sign in and show your ticket to our activator leading the session. As soon as you've signed in, you're more than welcome to begin playing!
What do I need to bring?
You don't need to bring any equipment, as all equipment is provided by us! You may want to bring a water bottle to stay hydrated.💧
What should I wear to sessions?
Please ensure you wear comfortable clothing and shoes. It is advised you wear sportswear, as you will be engaging in physical activity!
What is the refund policy?
We only provide refunds if there has been a session cancellation. We will email those booked onto a session 24 hours in advance that it has been cancelled.
Can I transfer my ticket?
Unfortunately, we cannot accept transfers of tickets, so if you've purchased a ticket for a session for a specific time and date, you only have access to that session.

Upcoming Project Active Pay and Play Sessions:

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Project Active Pay and Play Tennis (Advanced)
10/05/2026 | 15:00 - 16:00
Discover Project Active Pay and Play Tennis (Advanced) What to expect at Project Active Pay and Play Tennis (Advanced):Looking for more time to just play games of tennis? This session is designed for players who can rally and are comfortable playing points. Expect organised match play, rotations, and plenty of opportunities to compete in a social but structured environment.
Sport
Project Active Pay and Play Tennis
11/05/2026 | 16:00 - 17:00
Discover Project Active Pay and Play Tennis What to expect at Project Active Pay and Play Tennis:Our Pay and Play Tennis sessions are all about getting active, meeting new people, and enjoying the game at your own pace. Rackets and balls provided, so all you need is your energy and enthusiasm. Our weekly classes are open to all UCL staff and students and are designed to be:  
Sport
Project Active Pay and Play Badminton (SoM)
11/05/2026 | 16:30 - 17:30
Discover Project Active Pay and Play Badminton (SoM)What to expect at Project Active Pay and Play Badminton:Our Pay and Play Badminton sessions are all about getting active, meeting new people, and enjoying the game at your own pace. Rackets and shuttlecocks are provided, so all you need is your energy and enthusiasm. Our weekly classes are open to all UCL staff and students and are designed…