Sport
Sport is firmly on the UK’s agenda, with ever-increasing career opportunities
Sport at Wakefield College
Sport and exercise is always about taking part, it’s often about winning and losing, but for many it’s about improving performance.
Sport, exercise, fitness and health are vital parts of modern society, and there’s a demand for people who understand these areas.
We provide the ideal environment to prepare you for a career in the industry. We have a range of bespoke facilities newly created to the highest standards, including a sports laboratory fully equipped with the latest technologies, professional sports therapy suites, a strength and conditioning gym of international quality, working fitness gyms, studio sports pitches and a massage suite.
Key Points
- State-of-the-art facilities with the latest technology and equipment
- Academy of Sporting Excellence for talented sports performers
- Expertise of staff who are specialists in their areas with industry experience
- Regional and national competitions are held at our facilities
The College has really helped me excel both in my academic and sporting career, through the College category 3 team and the partnership with Wakefield Trinity.
Are you looking for a forward thinking, ambitious and successful academy which provides you the chance to excel in your desired sport, get an education and progress playing professionally, semi-professionally or even abroad?
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Academy of Sporting Excellence
What’s New
Catch up with the latest news and events in Sport at Wakefield College...
Football players represent Wakefield on National Stage
Thursday, 19 November, 2020
Earlier this month six Wakefield College students attended trials for the England Colleges FA national team for both the male and female teams.
Wakefield Girl called up to England Rugby Squad
Thursday, 27 February, 2020
Wakefield College student Aallisha Rhodes has been called up to the senior England Women’s National Rugby League team for their upcoming training camp and fixtures.
England call up for College student
Friday, 06 December, 2019
Wakefield College Level 3 Sport student Chloe McDermott was selected for the England Boxing squad for the England vs Ireland Excel Duel, a prestigious tournament for the best young potential boxers (male & female) in the country.
The College has really helped me excel both in my academic and sporting career, through the College category 3 team and the partnership with Wakefield Trinity.
Study Packs
Have you ever wondered what type of work students do on their course at college? Check out our sample study packs to find out.
They contain work you can complete at your own pace that will help develop your independent learning skills and prepare you for your next steps with Wakefield College.
Sport - Coaching & Fitness.pdf
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Sport - Sport and Exercise Science.pdf
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(Re)Watch our Virtual Open Event
(Re)Watch our virtual online Open Event with staff interviews, Q&As, virtual campus tours, college updates and more.
Virtual Open Event
19 June, 2021
Join us for our Virtual Open Event with staff & student interviews, Q&As, virtual campus tours, college updates and more.
Galleries
We are: The Academy of Sporting Excellence at Wakefield College
09 November, 2018
Sports Awards Night 2018
25 June, 2018
Rugby Cup Final 2018
01 June, 2018
Sports students go coasteering
26 May, 2017
Saalbach Residential 2016
25 January, 2016
A Visit from the British Army
17 September, 2014
White Water Kayaking Residential
29 April, 2014
Coasteering
16 April, 2014
Sports Climbing Residential
07 April, 2014
Multi-pitch Climb
04 March, 2014
Peak District Sports Residential
26 September, 2013
Case Studies
What our students say about us...
The College has really helped me excel both in my academic and sporting career, through the College category 3 team and the partnership with Wakefield Trinity.
My course of Level 3 Sport has also proven to be a spectacular journey in widening my knowledge of sport through interesting modules such as sport psychology and sports nutrition as well as allowing me to take sport further.
After taking a break from education, I decided to return to study here at the University Centre. I studied the foundation degree, then I went on to complete the BSc top-up course where I learned in depth about topics including exercise physiology and advanced nutrition, which then opened up opportunities to progress.
I chose to study at Wakefield College because of the opportunities available both during and after the course which prepare you for a better future.
After taking a break from education, I decided to return to study here at the University Centre. I studied the foundation degree, then I went on to complete the BSc top-up course where I learned in depth about topics including exercise physiology and advanced nutrition, which then opened up opportunities to progress.
Browse case studies
Jack Croft
Level 3 Sport
Samuel Mitchell
Level 3 Sport
Makhdoom Hussain
BSc (Hons) Health Related Exercise & Fitness (Top up)
Muz Moyo
Level 3 Diploma sport
Mark Applegarth
BSc Applied Sports Performance
Jack Ralph
Diploma in Sport & Exercise Science
Stacey Pullan
Extended Diploma in Sport & Exercise Science
Ana Mesarovic
Foundation Degree in Health Related Exercise & Fitness
I chose to study at Wakefield College because of the opportunities available both during and after the course which prepare you for a better future.
The Feed
Ex Rugby Player Coaches Students
Ex Rugby League player/coach and Athlete Mentor, Paul Broadbent delivered a session and presentation to some of our sports students this week. Great day and a lot learnt.
Sport
10 June, 2021
Student and Teacher reunited at York City Knights
York City Knights head coach, James Ford, used to teach Yusuf Aydin at Wakefield College and now he will be coaching him at the Knights after taking him on loan from Trinity. Read the story: https://www.wakefieldexpress.co.uk/sport/rugby-league/wakefield-trinitys-yusuf-aydin-joins-york-city-knights-on-loan-3200751
Sport
14 April, 2021
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Wakefield Trinity Community Foundation Partnership
Exciting news to announce that Wakefield Trinity Community Foundation have partnered with Wakefield College to improve participation rates throughout Disability Rugby League.
Sport
26 March, 2021
Wakefield women triumphant in first Rugby 9s tournament
Wakefield women triumphant in first Rugby 9s tournament.
Sport
14 October, 2019
Jack Croft making his Wakefield Trinity debut
So proud of this. Wakefield College Rugby Development student Jack Croft making his Wakefield Trinity and Challenge Cup debut on Saturday. Great effort and top try. Not bad for someone still in education.
Sport
4 June, 2019
Doncaster Rovers FCs Keepmoat Stadium visit
Another day another trip for Wakefield College sport students. This time at Doncaster Rovers FCs Keepmoat Stadium for a disability sport athletics competition. Fantastic effort from everyone involved. 👏🏻💪🏻