An active lifestyle is vital for overall health and balance. Our sports community brings people together through diverse activities, from team-based sports to energizing fitness sessions.
In collaboration with University Sports Centre, Leiden Bio Science Park offers several options to stay healthy and connect to your peers.
Football competition
Leiden Bio Science Park is more than just a place of work, it’s a community where people connect in their free time, too. Our football league is a fantastic opportunity to bring people together, stay active, and enjoy some friendly competition.
The popular 7×7 format is perfect for everyone, whether you’re a seasoned player or just looking to have some fun. It’s all about enjoying the game and connecting with colleagues and peers in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
Plus, participating can help you stay fit, reduce stress, and build teamwork.
This league is open to everyone, regardless of skill level, working at Leiden Bio Science Park. It’s a chance to meet new colleagues, peers from the ecosystem, build teamwork, and enjoy the game.
Extra details:
Teams: Min 4, Max.
Fall Season: 15 sept – 3 nov, outdoor competition on the new pitch at the Leiden University Sports Centre
Time: Tuesday’s, 17:00 – 18:30
Rules: No (iron) cleats, no sliding tackles, and no referees. Just fair play and fun!
Register before the 9th of September via Sebastian Schoenmaker at s.d.schoenmaker@usc.leidenuniv.nl. Please indicate which company the team belongs to, who the team captain is and what the team name is.
Outdoor Bootcamp
Outdoor Bootcamp is an intensive full-body workout in the fresh air, focusing on strength, cardio, and endurance. The training combines HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training), functional exercises, and conditioning drills.
During the session, you’ll perform bodyweight exercises such as push-ups, squats, and burpees, while also using natural and free-weight training equipment like kettlebells, resistance bands, and medicine balls. Running, jumping, and explosive movements create a challenging and dynamic workout.
Each session starts with a warm-up, followed by a circuit training with different stations, and ends with a cool-down and stretching.
Thanks to the variety in exercises and intensity, the Bootcamp is suitable for both beginners and advanced participants. Train outdoors, challenge yourself, and build strength and endurance!
Extra details:
Meet at University Sports Centre / Rosalind Franklinpad
Period: September 1st – November 3rd
Every Tuesday, 17:30 – 18:30
No registration required!
Padel Community
Ready for a fun and active end to your working day? Join the Leiden Bio Science Park Padel Community!
Every Wednesday from 17:00 to 18:30, employees from organisations across Leiden Bio Science Park can take to the outdoor courts at the Leiden University Sports Centre. Whether you are an experienced player or completely new to padel, everyone is welcome.
How does it work?
Sign up with your name, organisation, and phone number to join the community app group. You can register with a teammate or sign up on your own and connect with other players in the group.
Two weeks before each playing date, the available court will be shared in the group. Claim the court and get ready to play!
Each week, two teams from different organizations meet on court for a friendly match. It is a great opportunity to get moving, have fun and connect with new people from across Leiden Bio Science Park.
Practical information:
Location: Leiden University Sports Centre
Time: Wednesdays, 17:00 -18:30
Dates: 16 September – 4 November 2026
Team size: Two players
Skill level: Everyone is welcome
Equipment: Bring your own racket
Register via s.d.schoenmaker@usc.leidenuniv.nl and include your name, organisation and phone number.
University Sports Centre
Everyone is welcome at the University Sports Centre. Whether you are a student, employee at Leiden Bio Science Park, or external athlete, there is always a subscription that suits you.
Employees at Leiden Bio Science Park get a discount to sport at the University Sports Centre. And companies can arrange special discounts for their employees specifically.
- Unlimited gym access in Leiden and The Hague.
- Free participation in all group classes.
- Book a court for tennis, padel, and more for free (all players must have a valid sports subscription).
- Swimming during fixed hours at 6 swimming pools.
- Ice skating at a reduced rate at IJshal de Vliet.
Want to know more? Check out the website!
Beach Volleybal
Starts back up spring 2027!
Interested and want to be kept up-to-date? E-mail us and we will update you when we know more.
events@leidenbiosciencepark.nl
Gather your team of at least 5 colleagues and compete for victory while enjoying sporty Monday afternoons. Whether you’re in it to win or just for the fun, it’s the perfect chance to bond with coworkers, meet other professionals from the park, and enjoy a relaxed, sporty afternoon together.
This league is open to everyone working at Leiden Bio Science Park, regardless of skill level. It’s a chance to meet new colleagues, peers from the ecosystem, build teamwork, and enjoy the game.
Games: 5 vs. 5
Period: Mondays, 17:00 – 18:30
