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The courses are starting this week!

Do you always sign up extremely last minute for your study courses in semester 2? You can also apply that habit at USC! Choose a course from the overview and start class 1 this week already. All courses from period 3 are beginning in the coming days.
Group class schedule boosted!

The group class schedule at Universum and ASC got a nice boost. Extra pump, a steps workout back in the game, additional strength & conditioning. And because of insane popularity: more beat cycle! Check them out.
Active reservations increased

Do you like to plan all your workouts for the entire week in full motivation mode on Sunday evenings? You can do that some more from now on! We increased the maximum amount of active reservations you can have from 2 to 3 in the coming 6 days. And a reminder: reservations on the day itself are unlimited.
Dance in heels with Anastasiia

USC instructor Anastasiia is from Ukraine, but because of the war she had to leave her home. Now she teaches group classes and the new dance course High heels at USC. “In Amsterdam I met really nice people and thanks to USC, I am able to continue my favorite job: being a dance coach.” In this interview you’ll get to know Anastasiia a little better!
Course period 3: sign up now!

Plenty of motivation to work out, but no inspiration on what to do exactly? We got your back! The overview of period 3 is full of cool courses to choose from, and the courses will start in the week of 13 February.
Shorinji kempo workshop

Want to really live your motto ‘new year, new me’ this time around? Start your year with some new skills and get to know Shorinji kempo on Saturday 28 January. In a free 2 hour introduction workshop, you’ll learn the basics of this modern Japanese martial art. Just walk in on 28 January!
Join futsal competition 2!

It’s time to come out of the winter break with a bang! While most teams still have to play the oliebollen out of their legs, your (new) team can make a flying start. Make sure to sign up – individually or with a team – a.s.a.p. for the second futsal competition, we’re starting this month.
USC from C.V. to foundation

As of 1 January 2023 the sportexploitatiemaatschappij UvA C.V., owner of sports center Universum, is discontinued. From now on, ownership of sports center Universum is transferred to the UvA, and Stichting USC will rent the building from the UvA. The entire USC operation is simultaneously transferred from the C.V. to Stichting USC. Virtually nothing will change for members, but from that moment on you will have a membership at Stichting USC and no longer at the C.V..
World Champion unicycling!

To go to a lecture in the city she just grabs her regular bike, but otherwise the unicycle is Elise’s go-to (tran)sport! This year, Elise (21) became world champion on the longest discipline, the 42 km marathon! Find out in our interview what Elise can do with her unicycle.
Energy saving mode ON

USC must be more aware of its energy consumption. And we’re not gonna lie, as a USC member you’re going to notice… The shower temperature will be lowered slightly, the sauna will open its doors on weekdays no earlier than 16.00h, and USC employees shower as quick as possible. Check all energy measures starting Tuesday 1 November.