Society Taster Sessions
Here at UCB, our societies keep busy by organising a variety of events throughout the year. If you are interested in joining a society, but don’t want to commit to a membership before trying it out, you are invited to attend the taster sessions hosted by our fantastic groups! Scroll down below to find out more.
For more information on memberships, take a look at our Societies and Clubs page.
To find out more about what joining a club entails, click here. To register your interest in any of the clubs, we invite you to fill out this form here.
Netball

HE Welcome Fest Societies Fair
Come over join us as Welcome Fest to find out more about how you can get involved!
- Wednesday 23rd of September: 10am – 3pm, Moss House, 3 Holland Street, B3 1QH
Welcome Taster Sessions
Welcome Taster Session for anyone interested in being part of the HE Netball Team. You’ll need trainers, comfortable clothing and a smile (oh, and a bottle of water). Whether you’re new to netball, or a seasoned star, we welcome everyone to come along.
- Monday 21st of September: 6pm – 8pm, Sports Hall, The Maltings, Granville Street, B1 1SB
- Monday 28th of September: 6pm – 8pm, Sports Hall, The Maltings, Granville Street, B1 1SB
- Monday 5th of October: 6pm – 8pm, Sports Hall, The Maltings, Granville Street, B1 1SB
Social Netball
Open to all HE students, just turn up and play. It’s a great way to meet new people.
- Friday 25th of September: 5pm – 6pm, Sports Hall, The Maltings, Granville Street, B1 1SB
- Friday 2nd of October: 5pm – 6pm, Sports Hall, The Maltings, Granville Street, B1 1SB
- Friday 9th of October: 5pm – 6pm, Sports Hall, The Maltings, Granville Street, B1 1SB
Volleyball
HE Welcome Fest Societies Fair
Come over join us as Welcome Fest to find out more about how you can get involved!
- Wednesday 23rd of September: 10am – 3pm, Moss House, 3 Holland Street, B3 1QH

Welcome Taster Sessions
Welcome Taster Session for anyone interested in being part of the Volleyball Teams – Men’s and Women’s. You’ll need trainers, comfortable clothing and a smile (oh, and a bottle of water). Whether you’re new to volleyball, or a seasoned player, we welcome everyone to come along.
- Tuesday 22nd of September: 5pm – 8pm, Sports Hall, The Maltings, Granville Street, B1 1SB
- Tuesday 29th of September: 5pm – 8pm, Sports Hall, The Maltings, Granville Street, B1 1SB
- Tuesday 6th of October: 5pm – 8pm, Sports Hall, The Maltings, Granville Street, B1 1SB
Social Volleyball
Open to all HE students, just turn up and play. It’s a great way to meet new people.
- Saturday 26th of September: 3pm – 5pm, Sports Hall, The Maltings, Granville Street, B1 1SB
- Saturday 3rd of October: 3pm – 5pm, Sports Hall, The Maltings, Granville Street, B1 1SB
- Saturday 10th of October: 3pm – 5pm, Sports Hall, The Maltings, Granville Street, B1 1SB
Basketball

HE Welcome Fest Societies Fair
Come over join us as Welcome Fest to find out more about how you can get involved!
- Wednesday 23rd of September: 10am – 3pm, Moss House, 3 Holland Street, B3 1QH
Welcome Taster Sessions
Welcome Taster Session for anyone interested in being part of the HE Basketball Team. You’ll need trainers, comfortable clothing and a smile (oh, and a bottle of water). Whether you’re new to basketball, or a seasoned baller, we welcome everyone to come along.
- Monday 21st of September: 8pm – 10pm, Sports Hall, The Maltings, Granville Street, B1 1SB
- Monday 28th of September: 8pm – 10pm, Sports Hall, The Maltings, Granville Street, B1 1SB
- Monday 5th of October: 8pm – 10pm, Sports Hall, The Maltings, Granville Street, B1 1SB
Social Basketball
Open to all HE students, just turn up and play. It’s a great way to meet new people.
- Friday 25th of September: 6pm – 7pm, Sports Hall, The Maltings, Granville Street, B1 1SB
- Friday 2nd of October: 6pm – 7pm, Sports Hall, The Maltings, Granville Street, B1 1SB
- Friday 9th of October: 6pm – 7pm, Sports Hall, The Maltings, Granville Street, B1 1SB
Women’s football
HE Welcome Fest Societies Fair
Come over join us as Welcome Fest to find out more about how you can get involved!
- Wednesday 23rd of September: 10am – 3pm, Moss House, 3 Holland Street, B3 1QH

Welcome Taster Sessions & Trials
Taster and trials for the HE Women’s Football Team. Whether you are new to football, or have been playing for years, we’d love you meet you.
- Monday 21st of September: 6pm – 7pm, Avery Field, Sandon Road, B17 8DT
- Monday 28th of September: 6pm – 7pm, Avery Field, Sandon Road, B17 8DT
- Monday 5th of October, 6pm – 7pm, Avery Field, Sandon Road, B17 8DT
Men’s football

HE Welcome Fest Societies Fair
Come over join us as Welcome Fest to find out more about how you can get involved!
- Wednesday 23rd of September: 10am – 3pm, Moss House, 3 Holland Street, B3 1QH
Welcome Taster Sessions & Trials
Taster and trials for the HE Men’s Football Teams. Whether you are new to football, or have been playing for years, come and try out – especially if you’re a goal keeper!
- Monday 21st of September: 7pm – 9pm, Avery Field, Sandon Road, B17 8DT
- Monday 28th of September: 7pm – 9pm, Avery Field, Sandon Road, B17 8DT
- Monday 5th of October, 7pm – 9pm, Avery Field, Sandon Road, B17 8DT
Jiu Jitsu
HE Welcome Fest Societies Fair
Come over join us as Welcome Fest to find out more about how you can get involved!
- Wednesday 23rd of September: 10am – 3pm, Moss House, 3 Holland Street, B3 1QH

Welcome Taster Sessions
Welcome Taster Session for anyone HE studetn interested in being part of Jiu Jitsu. A welcoming group whether you are new to Jiu Jitsu, or already have a belt, we’d love to meet you.
- Tuesday 22nd of September: 8pm – 10pm, Sports Hall, The Maltings, Granville Street, B1 1SB
- Tuesday 29th of September: 8pm – 10pm, Sports Hall, The Maltings, Granville Street, B1 1SB
- Tuesday 6th of October: 8pm – 10pm, Sports Hall, The Maltings, Granville Street, B1 1SB
- Tuesday 13th of October: 8pm – 10pm, Sports Hall, The Maltings, Granville Street, B1 1SB
Social Badminton

Social Badminton
Open to HE all students, just turn up and play. If you have a racquet, that’s great. If not, we have some. A great way to meet new people.
- Thursday 24th of September: 7pm – 9pm, Sports Hall, The Maltings, Granville Street, B1 1SB
- Sunday 27th of September: 4pm – 6pm, Sports Hall, The Maltings, Granville Street, B1 1SB
- Thursday 1st of October: 7pm – 9pm, Sports Hall, The Maltings, Granville Street, B1 1SB
- Sunday 4th of October: 4pm – 6pm, Sports Hall, The Maltings, Granville Street, B1 1SB
- Thursday 8th of October: 7pm – 9pm, Sports Hall, The Maltings, Granville Street, B1 1SB
- Sunday 11th of October: 4pm – 6pm, Sports Hall, The Maltings, Granville Street, B1 1SB
