Sports activities and recreation
ŠportUP promotes health and well-being among students as well as academic and administrative staff of the University of Primorska. With activities organised at different locations in Koper throughout the year, there is something for everyone. Whether you are into team sports like basketball, volleyball or football, or prefer individual sports like weight lifting, swimming, fitness, climbing, pilates or yoga, you will find something that suits your needs.
Visit ŠportUP, make a Studionaut account and register for your preferred activity. ŠportUP is committed to providing an enjoyable and safe environment for all – whether you are an experienced athlete or a beginner, you will find something to enjoy.
Sports activities:
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Soccer
- Badminton
- Table tennis
- Weightlifting basics
- Swimming
- Yoga and pilates
- Climbing
- Skiing
- Hiking
Workshops:
- Running prep
- Dancing classes
- Martial arts
- Others
The calendar of activities is published at ŠportUP.
Student recreation is free of charge for all UP students. All you need is a Studioanut account.
The University of Primorska has a fitness studio in the city centre of Koper, conveniently located in the UP gym (Izolska vrata 2, Koper) with a separate side entrance.
You can work out on your own or join guided exercises for smaller groups, by registering through the Studionaut system.
- 2 BikeErg by Concept2
- 2 RowErg by Concept
- 2 power racks
- 2 wall-mounted adjustable pulley systems
- 4 Swedish ladders
- 1 set of monkey bars
- an assortment of free weights (dumbbells, kettlebells, Olympic bars and weights)
Koper has one of the best recreational infrastructures in Slovenia. The main facilities include:
FORMER ROAD BETWEEN KOPER AND IZOLA, a 3 km stretch of road by the sea closed for traffic (perfect for running, cycling, rollerblading, walking, swimming, etc.) – free.
SPORTS GROUND BONIFIKA: 52.411 sq m of facilities include a football stadium, 3 additional football courts, 13 tennis courts, an athletics stadium, 2 futsal courts, 2 volleyball courts, 2 basketball courts, a trim trail an outdoor fitness area, skate.
BEACH VOLLEY SPORTS CENTRE – small fee
OLYMPIC SWIMMING POOLS KOPER (winter) AND ŽUSTERNA (summer) – fee