New Year’s promotion: all-in sports with a generous discount at Sportcentrum Olympos
Employees of Utrecht University, Utrecht University of Applied Sciences (HU), UMCU, Hubrecht Institute and Westerdijk Institute can temporarily enjoy an extra 20% discount on all-in sports at Olympos!
Move your body, stretch your mind. That’s the motto of the Olympos Sports Centre at Utrecht Science Park.
Employees of Utrecht University, Utrecht University of Applied Sciences (HU), UMCU, Hubrecht Institute and Westerdijk Institute can temporarily enjoy an extra 20% discount on all-in sports at Olympos!
Until the end of February, they pay for an:
- OlymPas for 3 months €74.40 (instead of €310), which works out at €24.80 per month.
- OlymPas annual pass €248 (instead of €93), which works out at €20.70 per month.
Take advantage of a wide range of sports at a low rate. With a single pass, you can train unlimited at 2 fitness locations, participate in (> 75) group lessons, play tennis, squash, climb. take courses, rent accommodation, and even more!
Want more information and to find out how you can participate in this promotion?
More information can be found on the Olympos website.
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