Facilities
Hamilton Facilities
Indoor Courts
We have two indoor courts on campus, including UniRec's Sports Hall and the School of Education Court.
Outdoor Courts
Our newly re-purposed outdoor courts include basketball, netball and tennis courts.
Outdoor Fields
We have large field space on our campus, which can be used for touch, rugby, football, cricket and more.
Wellbeing Hub
Find out how you can become part of a community that is engaged, connected and inspired through the Wellbeing Hub.
Activity Spaces
UniRec has an Activity Room for hire, perfect for small groups requiring a mirror for dance
Esports Arena
With the development of the Esports Arena, the University of Waikato is committed to leading the way in esports in NZ.
Waikato parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
Squash Courts
We have four squash courts on campus, check out either; UniRec Squash Courts or the Pavilion Squash Courts.
Fitness Island
Free for anyone to use, why not try a workout on our new outdoor fitness island equipment.
Cricket Nets
Located close to the Don Llewellyn Pavilion, there are three cricket nets available for hire.
Outdoor Play
Have a go on our free outdoor table tennis table located outside L Block!
Tauranga Facilities
Queen Elizabeth Youth Centre (QEYC)
20-minute walk or five mins cycle from Tauranga central campus the Queen Elizabeth Youth Centre is an ideal location for sports activities and events. Free parking is available. Free drop in sport (basketball, netball, table tennis or badminton) is available at QEYC, student ID is required, all equipment is provided. Available 9am to 5pm Mon to Sun, just call to check sports hall availability.
Phone: 07 577 8564
Tauranga and Wharepai Domains
A 1 min cycle and 4 minute walk, Tauranga and Wharepai Domains at 91 Cameron Road, contains the international standard athletics track, the Tauranga Lawn Tennis Club, Tauranga Sports Rugby Club, the Tauranga Bowling Club and Croquet Club and hosts the Tauranga Ramblers Club, and other sports clubs.
For more information, visit the Tauranga City Council website.
Tauranga Pools
Staff and students are eligible for a 20% discount at Tauranga Pools which have five locations across Tauranga including Baywave, Otumoetai Pool, Greerton Aquatic & Leisure Centre, Memorial Pool, and Mount Hot Pools (non-resident adult entry price).
Refer to Bay Venues for details of other sport facilities, such as Mercury Baypark Arena and other venues.
For walking refer to Tauranga Walkways
For cycling refer to Bay of Plenty Cycle Trails