Keeping active
It's important to have a fit and healthy body and mind so that you can study to the best of your ability.
Otago Polytechnic campuses provide many opportunities to exercise and become fit. OP students also benefit from a range of facilities and amenities which enable you to improve your overall sense of wellbeing.
Benefits of keeping active:
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Handle stress better
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Get a better sleep
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Increased energy levels
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Fewer sick days
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Better concentration and motivation
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Opportunities to meet people.
Healthy body = healthy mind.
Unipol Recreation Centre
The Unipol Recreation Centre is on Dunedin campus to provide sports and recreation facilities for all Otago Polytechnic students.
Otago Polytechnic Students’ Association: OPSA
OPSA is the place to contact to find out what is going on at the Otago Polytechnic so that you can take full advantage of the many activities and events taking place throughout the year.
Be active - me kori tonu
Do what you can, enjoy what you do, move your mood.
The Edgar Centre
Book one of the 21 multi-use courts at the Edgar Centre and use with your friends, or join an existing team and make new friends.
Ministry of Health
Physical activity - Everyone needs to be active to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Dunedin walking tracks
Explore Dunedin by walking and hiking.
Surfing
You can take lessons at St Clair beach in surfing if you want to challenge yourself. Go for it!
St Clair Hot Salt Water Pool
Take a bus out to St Clair beach, walk along the esplanade and have a swim in summer at the hot salt water pool.
Moana Pool
Swim in one of the many indoor pools, and use the gym at this Dunedin City Council amenity in the inner city.
Sport Otago
Join a sports club or fitness activity. Find out what's happening around Otago.
Dunedin Street Art Walk
Walk through Dunedin and visit the art works that dot the city.
Otago University Clubs and Societies
Recreation programmes and courses.
McMillan Hockey Centre
In the heart of the campus, this sports centre offers you the chance to play both hockey and soccer. Get some friends together and start a team, or join a team already playing.
Free walks New Zealand
Enjoy the best short walks or a long day hike – there’s something for everyone.
The Dunedin Ice Stadium
Try a new sport or improve your skating ability and enjoy this world class ice rink.
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