MEMBERS AND
MEMBERSHIPS

WHY NUSPORT THE
FORUM?

The Forum is a leader in providing quality health, fitness, sport & recreation services to Newcastle University Students, and the local community and surrounds. With state of the art facilities spread across two beautiful locations, it's our goal to enable the University of Newcastle and the wider community to actively participate and realise the benefits of sport, health and wellbeing, powered by excellence, knowledge and research. Becoming a member at The Forum means you're part of our family.

A family where we will support, encourage, challenge and facilitate your growth in whichever way you need. Learn to swim, join a social sporting team, challenge yourself in a fitness class or work one on one with one of our qualified Personal Trainers.

The Forum is a registered COVID Safe business. The Forum University and The Forum Harbourside are operating in compliance with NSW and Federal Government COVID-19 restrictions.

FLEXIBLE OPTIONS

BODY COMPOSITION SCANS

NO JOINING FEES

NO HIDDEN FEES

ACCESS TO TWO EXCEPTIONAL FACILITIES

STATE OF THE ART AQUATIC CENTRE

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MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION

FITNESS PASSPORT

FITNESS AUSTRALIA QUALITY ACCREDITED

By joining The Forum you can rest assured that you are in safe hands. The Forum is the ONLY fitness business in the region to hold Fitness Australia Quality Accreditation

The Fitness Australia Quality Accreditation program is based on a culture of continuous quality improvement and business development to raise the standards and credibility within the fitness industry. The aim is to improve service delivery that’s meaningful. At The Forum we pride ourselves on being an industry leader. All Forum Fitness staff are professional members with Fitness Australia. The Australian Fitness Industry Quality Program entails a four step process that is strengthen by an independent third party external assessment organisation.

The program is based on six performance criteria:

Professionalism - Service delivery is professional, effective and appropriate to the client’s needs.
Safety - Programs and services are delivered safely through a comprehensive risk management approach. Facilities and equipment are of a high standard.
Customer Care - The customer is at the centre of the business and is always treated with care and respect.
Information and Knowledge - Data and information are used effectively.
People - The workforce is capable of delivering and supporting the services being offered.
Leadership - The business is capable of delivering and supporting the services being offered.

HEALTH FUND REBATES

Did you know you may be able to claim our services through your Private Health Fund?

Exercise physiologist consultations
Personal training sessions
Gym membership fees
Dietitian consultations.

We know the Health Fund lingo differs, so we've tried to help. If you're with the following providers, it may be as simple as a signed GP form supplied by your health fund.

We want all our members to claim their health benefits. If your Health Fund provider covers our services, but they're not listed here, contact us and we'll add them to the list.

Alternative and Complementary Therapies

Active Lifestyle Package

Natural Therapies

Flexi Extras

Therapies

Healthier Lifestyle

Healthy Lifestyle Program

Essential Extras & Healthy Lifestyle

Platinum Extras, Prevention & Health Management

DO YOU NEED A RECEIPT TO CLAIM YOUR HEALTH FUND REBATE?

MEMBER PORTAL

Current members can login to the member portal with the email address attached to your current membership. If you have never logged in before, click the Forgot Password link to reset your account.

The member portal will allow you to manage your Forum membership including:

Book a spot in group fitness classes
Update your personal information
Apply a membership freeze (timestop) to your current membership (terms and conditions apply)
Manage and track your membership payment details
Renew your membership or sign up to a new contract
Make additional bookings including Learn to Swim, My Wellness Assessment, kids holiday programs and more

If you are having trouble accessing your member portal, the Member Relations team at reception can support you with this. See them on your next visit or reach out on 4921 7001 or ask@theforum.org.au

MEMBERSHIP REQUESTS

Membership Freeze (timestop)

Members can use their member portal to activate a membership freeze (terms and conditions apply). Current members can login to the member portal with the email address attached to your current membership. If you have never logged in before, click the Forgot Password link to reset your account.

Membership Transfer or Cancellation

The Member Relations team are here to support you with all your membership needs. Please select one of the drop downs below if you would like to transfer or cancel your membership.

I'D LIKE TO TRANSFER MY MEMBERSHIP TO SOMEONE ELSE

I'D LIKE TO CANCEL MY MEMBERSHIP

KIDS IN GYMS

MEMBERSHIP TERMS AND CONDITIONS

By accessing a NUsport Managed Facility or participating in any NUsport Program You (on Your own behalf or as guardian of Your child) acknowledge and agree that these terms and conditions together with any application or membership form to which these terms are referred or attached make up a binding agreement between You and NUsport. This Agreement is accepted by either signing the application or membership form, paying the relevant membership or program fees or accessing any NUsport Managed Facility or participating in any NUsport Program after receiving notice of this Agreement.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How much does a Forum membership cost?

I’m a University of Newcastle student, do I get a member discount?

Can I attend casual group fitness classes?

Do I need to be a member to use the gym?

Do I need to be a member to use the pool?

Do I need to bring a sweat towel?

How do I download The Forum App?

Where do I park when I visit The Forum?

Are Companion cards accepted at The Forum?

MEMBER OF
THE MONTH

BRONTE DOBBS

Congratulations to our latest Member of the Month, Bronte. Our ‘Member of the Month’ receives a Forum merchandise pack that includes a Forum tote bag, keep cup, tank top, sweat towel and drink bottle. Will you be next?

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FLEXIBLE OPTIONS

BODY COMPOSITION SCANS

NO JOINING FEES

NO HIDDEN FEES

ACCESS TO TWO EXCEPTIONAL FACILITIES

STATE OF THE ART AQUATIC CENTRE

MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION

DO YOU NEED A RECEIPT TO CLAIM YOUR HEALTH FUND REBATE?

I'D LIKE TO TRANSFER MY MEMBERSHIP TO SOMEONE ELSE

I'D LIKE TO CANCEL MY MEMBERSHIP

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BRONTE DOBBS

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MEMBER PORTAL

WHY NUSPORT THEFORUM?

FLEXIBLE OPTIONS

BODY COMPOSITION SCANS

NO JOINING FEES

NO HIDDEN FEES

ACCESS TO TWO EXCEPTIONAL FACILITIES

STATE OF THE ART AQUATIC CENTRE

MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION

DO YOU NEED A RECEIPT TO CLAIM YOUR HEALTH FUND REBATE?

I'D LIKE TO TRANSFER MY MEMBERSHIP TO SOMEONE ELSE

I'D LIKE TO CANCEL MY MEMBERSHIP

UNIVERSITY OF NEWCASTLE STUDENTS, SEE WHAT OPPORTUNITIES AND OFFERS ARE AVAILABLE FOR YOU

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

MEMBER OF THE MONTH

BRONTE DOBBS

THE FORUM APP GIVES YOU EXTRA FLEXIBILITY

THE FORUM APP GIVES YOU EXTRA FLEXIBILITY

THE FORUM APP GIVES YOU EXTRA FLEXIBILITY

THE FORUM, UNIVERSITY

THE FORUM, HARBOURSIDE

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WHY NUSPORT THE
FORUM?

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THE FORUM APP GIVES
YOU EXTRA FLEXIBILITY