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Give It A Go

Would you like to develop a new hobby? Or maybe you'd like to experience a society activity before you join the group? Cue our Give It A Go activities!

Throughout the year we host various events where you can try your hand at calligraphy, first aid, ballroom dancing and so much more. This is the perfect opportunity for you to have fun and try something new.

So, what are you waiting for? Check out all of our Give it a Go activities below and sign up today!

Give It A GoEvents

MMA Taster sessions
23rd September 2pm - 1st October 2pm
The Dojo, Sport & Fitness
Join us for free taster sessions during freshers week and the first week of term! These tasters will give you an introduction to all aspects of the sport and a chance to meet experienced members and coaches.
BUDS Taster Sessions
27th September 9am - 29th September 7pm
Guild of Students - Underground/Dance Studio
Come along to the guild and try our FREE class sessions or try out our squad tasters! Run by fellow student teachers, we welcome all levels to experience a small taste of BUDS life!
Guild Television logo followed by the words "Presenting Workshop" Presenting Workshop
28th September 4pm - 5pm
Guild Television Studio
Join us for the penultimate part to our taster series! Come and meet Laura Baraclough, this past summer's most recent presenter for TheHundred, and learn some tips about presenting.
A Cappella Taster Workshop
28th September 5pm - 6pm
Come and meet the current members of the Acappella Society and each other in a short, fun, taster workshop. Have a go at singing in harmony with no backing track, and see if acapella is for you!
Guild Television logo followed by the words "Camera Operating Workshop" Camera Operating Workshop
28th September 6pm - 7pm
Guild Television Studio
Join us for the final part of our taster series! Come and meet our Head of Technical and some of our senior camera operators as they give you a look at some of our cameras
Public Speaking Taster Session 2023
28th September 7pm - 8:30pm
University House, G07
In our first Taster Session, we'll be hearing a few prepared speeches from our members, followed by a round of Table Topics. The session is designed to give you a taste of our usual activities and is a great way to socialise and meet new people!
University of Birmingham Exchange Society Logo, multi-coloured spiral with UOBEX written in the middle. UOB Exchange Society Taster Session!
28th September 7pm - 9pm
The Amos Room in the Guild.
Join us for the UOB Exchange Society Taster Session on the 28th September 7pm-9pm 2023 to learn about the society and meet fellow exchange students.
TeaSoc Logo Tea Society Taster Session
29th September 1pm - 3pm
Beorma Bar
Come join us for our FIRST TEA SOC SOCIAL of the new year. We'll be serving FIVE different varieTEAs of tea (including the MYSTERY TEA) and biscuits all completely FREE so come along for a CHILL CHAT with friends new and old. See you there.
UBISOC Fresher's Festival
29th September 4:30pm - 9pm
Join us for the final event of our Fresher's Fortnight Activities; the Fresher's Festival!! Come along for food, fun and games!
The DocSoc Logo DocSoc Taster Social
29th September 7pm - 10pm
Tolkien Room, Guild of Students
Come along to our first DocSoc social of the year!
The UOB Gilbert and Sullivan Society logo. Old western-style square logo with "UB G&S SOC" in the centre, and "University of Birmingham Gilbert and Sullivan Society around the edge. Gilbert & Sullivan chorus taster workshop
30th September 2pm - 4pm
Rosa Parks, Guild of Students
Come along to our taster session where we will be singing some songs and doing some blocking related to our main show and gala concert show!
Hide and Seek Taster Event
30th September 3pm - 5pm
Benches near Old Joe
Join us by Old Joe for a Hide and Seek taster session!
Taster training session
1st October 2pm - 6pm
Underground Lawn @ Guild of students
This session will be set up to introduce new members in to re-enactment, in paticular the combat we perform. No prior experience is needed and all are welcomed.
'Making a Scene' - Infinity Acting and Auditions Taster
1st October 4pm - 7pm
The Underground, Guild of Students
Join us for a super-relaxed introduction to UoB's award-winning Drama society, Infinity Stage Company!
oSTEM Coffee Social
3rd October 6pm - 8pm
MetMat 2C30
Come along for hot drinks, snacks and a chance to chat in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
Pole Fitness Taster Session
4th October noon - 4pm
Debate Hall
Fancy improving your fitness or dance whilst trying something new and exciting? Join us for our hour-long taster sessions that we will be running throughout the first 3 weeks of term!
KCover Taster 2023/24 (Advanced)
4th October 4pm - 6pm
Dance Studio
HinduSoc x TamilSoc Football Taster Session
4th October 7pm - 8pm
Bournbrook Pitches
HinduSoc x TamilSoc Football Taster Session - All Abilities Welcome
Debate Masterclass | Women in Politics & Women in Law
5th October 7:30pm - 9:30pm
University House GO8
Improve your debating skills with a masterclass hosted by Debate Mate!
Bharatanatyam (Classical) Dance Taster Session
9th October 5pm - 7pm
Guild - Underground
Bharatanatyam (Classical) Dance Taster Session - All abilities welcome
Model NATO Information Evening | Women in Politics
9th October 6pm - 7pm
Zoom
Interested in Model NATO? Join Polly Jones (22/23 delegate & chair) and Lucy McCabe (23 delegate) for an information evening on their experiences in model NATO and their top tips for applying, as well as a Q&A.
oSTEM Coffee Social
10th October 6pm - 8pm
MetMat 2C30
Come along for hot drinks, snacks and a chance to chat in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
Pole Fitness Taster Session
11th October noon - 2pm
Debate Hall
Fancy improving your fitness or dance whilst trying something new and exciting? Join us for our hour-long taster sessions that we will be running throughout the first 3 weeks of term!
Kuthu Dance Taster Session
12th October 7pm - 9pm
Teaching & Learning Building - Room 119
Kuthu Dance Taster Session - All abilities welcome :)

Give It A GoFAQs

The Give It A Go activities provide you with the opportunity to try out new hobbies, learn new skills, and take part in volunteering initiatives. Events are hosted by student groups or the Student Activities Team. Alongside being great fun, many of these activities give you the chance to see what societies you may like to join.

This page shows all of the activities under the Give It A Go scheme. Here you can find workshops, trips, craft sessions, volunteering opportunities, and more! We’re adding new events all of the time, so checking for new content.

Lots of activities will be drop-ins, meaning you can come along with no booking necessary. For some events like trips away from Birmingham may need you to book. If you like the sound of an activity, click on the event to read more about how to get involved.

We want to hear from you! If you have a great idea for an event that you’d love to see, or an activity you’d love to try out, please let us know by filling out our suggestions box! (Don’t forget to login first)

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