Sport at Loughborough University London
As a student at Loughborough University London, you'll have access to exceptional sport and fitness opportunities at The Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.
Located in the heart of The Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, home of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, Loughborough University London offers students access to world-class sporting venues, modern fitness facilities, and unforgettable live sporting events.
Whether you're looking to stay active, try a new sport, or experience elite competition, you'll find plenty of opportunities to make sport an exciting part of your postgraduate journey. Discover how our students make the most of sport in London through the video above and our student sport blogs, featuring their experiences from life beyond campus.
Experience live sport in London
As a student at Loughborough University London, you can experience some of the world's biggest sporting events at iconic venues across the capital. The Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park is home to world-class facilities including the Copper Box Arena, London Stadium and London Aquatics Centre, giving you easy access to unforgettable sporting experiences throughout your time with us.
In recent years, our students have attended and taken part in events including The Emirates FA Cup, The TSR London Marathon, The Women's Super League, The Netball Super League, The World Table Tennis Championships 2026 and many more.
Train for less at world-class facilities
Whether you're looking to stay active, improve your fitness or train at elite sporting venues, there are plenty of facilities across the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and the surrounding area. As a Loughborough University London student, you can also take advantage of discounted memberships and special offers at a number of local venues. If you are a current students visit our LEARN page to find the option that's right for you.
Sport student ambassador
Every year, a new Sport Student Ambassador is recruited to help promote the sporting opportunities available at Loughborough University London. The role involves supporting the organisation of a range of sporting events and activities, helping to enhance the experience of fellow students and encourage participation in sport across the university community.
Interested in becoming a Student Ambassador? Visit our dedicated Student Ambassador webpage to find out more about available opportunities.
Support Loughborough Lightning
Based at Loughborough University's East Midlands campus, Loughborough Lightning is a leading Netball Super League team, competing at the highest level of domestic netball in the UK.
Watch Loughborough Lightning at selected fixtures throughout the season at the Copper Box Arena!