The University of Western Australia acknowledges that its campus is situated on Noongar land, and that Noongar people remain the spiritual and cultural custodians of their land, and continue to practise their values, languages, beliefs and knowledge.
We would like to acknowledge Noongar Elder Neville Collard for the inspiration for the design of the UWA Jersey.
THE ONLY PLACE IN THE WORLD YOU WILL FIND BLACK SWANS IS ON NOONGAR LANDS.
Back in the Nyitting (Dreaming), all maali (swans) were white. Every day they used to swim around in the water looking at their reflection, boasting about how beautiful they were.
“Aren’t we beautiful birds! Look at us, look at us, no one is as beautiful as us.”
The Warlitj (Golden Eagle) was always sitting in the trees, and every day he was subjected to the bragging of the white swan.
One day, the white swan walked up onto the land, and as quick as a flash the eagle flew down and started beating all the feathers out of the swan, making it bare.
The eagle flew back into the tree and said, “Brag now maali, brag now.”
Because it was winter, the swan began to shiver and cry for warmth. The Wardong (crow) flew down and said,
“What’s wrong brother swan, what’s wrong?”
The swan began to cry and told him what happened.
The crow took his feathers off his back and gave them to the swan, and the feathers started to grow and cover the swan. The swan went to wipe the tears from his eyes and the blood from his wingtip stained his beak red.
If you look at the black swan today, you will see the feathers on their back are ruffled from where the crow gave his feathers. You will see the red beak, and when they fly you will see some white feathers to remind him that he was once a white swan.”
At The University of Western Australia, sport plays a central role in the lives of students; encouraging new friendships, skills and healthy campus culture.
UWA Sport is committed to creating an environment that is inclusive and diverse across all programs, services and facilities, ensuring that everyone is treated fairly, embracing their ability, gender identity, sexual orientation, cultural or linguistic diversity, socio-economic status, age or nationality.
UWA Sport has Zero Tolerance for any form of discrimination, bullying, harassment, and vilification towards any person. This includes racism, homophobia, biphobia, and/or transphobia. We celebrate, promote and foster an awareness of diversity and inclusion, and welcome all to gain a positive experience through sport.
Find out more about our commitment to inclusion and diversity at uwa.edu.au/sport
UWA Sport is committed to making every sporting experience accessible.
UWA Sport programs and services are supported by the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) for the direct benefit of all UWA Students.
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With the exception of programs with the following symbols, UWA Sport programs provide a safe and inclusive environment and are open to all.
This program/service is specifically for LGBTQIA+ students.
This program/service is specifically for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
This program/service is specifically for international students.
The program/service is wheelchair accessible. This program/service is specifically for female and non-binary students.
Please call us on (08) 6488 2286 or email info@sport.uwa.edu.au if you have any questions about accessibility.
A UWA Gym membership is flexible, unique, and designed with UWA students as the number one priority.
Never miss a class again with membership options that help you get fit in your own time
WHY A UWA GYM MEMBERSHIP?
• Located on campus
• Student friendly opening hours
• Free gym induction
• Variety of group fitness classes per week
• Social and friendly atmosphere
• Flexible student membership options
• Qualified instructors
Free your fitness for just $12* per week with our Student Flexi gym membership. Enjoy unlimited group fitness classes and access to state–of–the–art–equipment with no lock in contract.
Get stronger with every stretch and transform your body, one reformer at a time. Our Reformer Pilates studio, designed with students in mind, is conveniently located on campus to help you build your strength and flexibility. Whether you’re new to Pilates or a seasoned enthusiast, enjoy the versatility of instructor-led sessions or on-demand virtual workouts on our highdefinition screens. Turn up the heat with our state-of-the-art reformer equipment and elevate your fitness. Book a session now at uwa.edu.au/sport
UWA Sport’s world-class sporting facilities, courts and grounds are available for corporate meetings, functions, school seminars and sporting events. Book a court now at uwa.edu.au/sport
OPENING HOURS
Mon-Fri: 6am to 10:30pm Sat-Sun: 8am to 6pm
Access exclusive deals and more with the UWA Gym App
Run throughout the academic year, Interfaculty sports at UWA is a free social competition that offers a variety of sports for you to participate in. Played during semester on Tuesdays 12-2pm, across a variety of locations on UWA Perth Campus.
Build the confidence to compete in Interfaculty sports and to step into the world of sport on campus with Learn to Sport. Running alongside Interfaculty, these sessions will equip you with the fundamental skills of your preferred sport, setting you up for lifelong friendships, fitness and participation.
The UWA Intercollege sports competition offers a diverse range of sports throughout the year. Grab your fellow residents and don your college colours for the chance to hoist the prestigious College Championship Cups.
Get involved in sport for free in a safe and welcoming environment at UWA. Inclusive Play offers a wide range of sporting activities where you can have fun, make new friends and be active.
To get any involved, visit uwa.edu.au/sport
A variety of social sports competitions run through the year. Sports include:
• 5-a-side soccer
• Basketball
• Netball
• Social Footy 9s
• Spikeball
• Touch Rugby
• Ultimate Frisbee
• Volleyball
• Wheelchair Footy
Semester 1:
3 March - 30 May
Semester 2:
28 July - 24 October
Summer:
10 November - 20 February
Registrations open 4 weeks prior to competition start date and close 3 days prior.
Experience the atmosphere of UWA Social Sports and join a Team Meet-Up session to connect with other players interested in forming a team and get a sense of the fun to come! Find out more at uwa.edu.au/sport
Take a break and hit the field with UWA Social Sports. Unwind and hang out with friends in a fun and safe competition.
Dive into your fitness and access the UWA Aquatic Centre during our Public Swimming times.
Make a splash with Swim Membership options that are flexible and accessible for everyone. Enjoy unlimited access during public swimming hours and build your fitness in the water. For more information on Aquatic memberships and prices, visit uwa.edu.au/sport
Public Swimming Hours
Monday-Friday: 5:45am-8:30am, 11:15am-2pm, 6:00pm-8:45pm
Saturday-Sunday: 12pm-2:45pm
• Located at the southern end of the UWA Perth Campus
• Two 25-metre pools (one shaded pool and one unshaded pool)
• Warm 28 degree water temperature
• UWA Swim School programs
• Nationally accredited instructors
LESSONS
The UWA Aquatic Centre provides specialised lessons for adult swimmers looking to gain confidence in the water.
The UWA Aquatic Centre offers a range of squad programs that allow intermediate to advanced swimmers the opportunity to progress their skills in a friendly and challenging environment.
The UWA Water Awareness Program provides students with the opportunity to learn basic water safety and practical water confidence skills. At the end of the program, you will have a greater understanding of your own water safety and how to help others. For more information on Aquatic programs and prices, visit uwa.edu.au/sport
The Western Series aims to provide opportunities for students of all backgrounds and abilities to compete in exciting and inclusive intervarsity competitions against other Western Australian universities. The Western Series events that are on offer include:
All Abilities Cup
Indigenous Games
International Student Challenge Pride Cup
Get involved with Western Series
UWA AFFLIATED CLUBS
Whether you’re looking for a new experience or diving into the competitive side of sport, our clubs provide exciting opportunities for you to unlock the best of university life through sport.
Our clubs provide top-tier sporting facilities for students of all athletic levels to support their unique journey.
For more information about clubs, visit uwa.edu.au/sport
OUR AFFILIATE CLUBS
• Aikido
• AFL
• Athletics
• Badminton
• Baseball/ Softball
• Basketball
• Boat
• Cricket
• Fencing
• Handball
• Hockey
• Judo
• Karate
• Kendo
• Kobudo
• Netball
• Outdoor
• Rugby
• Soccer
OUR PARTNER CLUBS
• Perth Pythons Hockey Club
• UWA Motorsport
• Squash
• Swimming
• Table Tennis
• Taekwondo
• Tennis
• Triathlon
• Ultimate
• Underwater
• Volleyball
• Water Polo
Represent UWA at the national level and play for UWA Maali in the intervarsity competition run by UniSport Australia.
Nationals is a multi-sport competition between teams from more than 40 Australian Universities and tertiary institutions across 30 plus sports.
In 2025, Nationals Div 1 and Div 2 will run concurrently from Saturday 27 September – Saturday 4 October in Gold Coast, Australia.
Standalone events
Athletics 22-25 April
Cricket 28 July-1 August
Swimming 16-18 May
Triathlon 26-27 April
UWA MAALIWAH INDIGENOUS NATIONALS
Indigenous Nationals provides the unique opportunity to bring together Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students from around the country to compete at a national level in mixed sports.
In 2025, the annual Indigenous Nationals will be held from 23 - 27 June in Perth, WA and will be contested in a mixed competition across various sports.
For more information visit uwa.edu.au/sport
The University Basketball League is returning for its fifth season in 2025, with multiple universities competing across men’s and women’s competitions.
The home and away competition is played across the country as a pathway to the top level of basketball in Australia. The 2025 competition will be held from August to October.
Get ready to fly with UWA Maali during the upcoming season with home games located on campus at UWA Fitness and Recreation Centre. This season’s highly anticipated schedule will feature blockbuster home games with an exciting game day experience including merchandise, half-time entertainment and much more! For more information visit uwa.edu.au/sport
The Student Athlete Development Program aims to assist high performing athletes at UWA who seek to combine their sporting endeavours with positive academic pursuits.
The program supports student athletes that compete at the highest state level through to those who are internationally competitive.
The program strives to provide a positive impact on student athletes through:
• Education and development opportunities through specific to high performance sport and pursuing dual career aspirations
• Access to a support network of staff within the University who can assist in balancing academic with sporting pressures
• Campus facilities that aid efficient and effective training
• Support services that position students with an opportunity to maximise their employability post-graduation
• Access to events to connect with a community of over 400 student athletes
Apply now at uwa.edu.au/sport
UWA offers a wide range of scholarships and bursaries, including a number of sport-specific scholarships. Find out more and apply online at uwa.edu.au/sport
We’re always searching for talented team members to fill a variety of roles at UWA Sport, ranging from casual roles through to full–time positions.
UWA Sport is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity. As the largest employer of students on campus, we make it easy to balance work with study commitments, all while gaining valuable skills for your future.
To see current opportunities, visit uwa.edu.au/sport
Explore current opportunities available at UWA Sport;
• Sport Competition Official
• Sport Attendant
• Swim Instructor
• Sport Instructor
• Fitness Instructor
• Outdoor Instructor
• Customer Service Attendant
Visit uwa.edu.au/sport to get on the list.
UWA Sport employees enjoy a range of benefits, including:
• Working from the beautiful Perth campus
• Gym and aquatics membership
• Paid top-up parental leave
• Access to salary sacrificing options
• Mental Health First Aid training
• Ongoing training and development
“I would highly recommend working at UWA Sport to students, particularly my fellow international students. It is a wonderful place to learn and grow supported by great people as well as gain work experience while studying at UWA.”
Nozomi, Active Leadership Instructor
uwa.edu.au/sport info@sport.uwa.edu.au (+61) 8 6488 2286 UWA Recreation and Fitness Centre 35 Stirling Highway Crawley 6009 OPENING
Mon-Fri: 6am to 10:30pm Sat-Sun: 8am to 6pm
PARTNERS
To see our current partners, visit uwa.edu.au/sport
COLLEGE PARTNERS
St Catherine's College
St George's College
St Thomas More College
Trinity
University Hall