Description
We are a society for anyone who wants to do something really different and interesting during their time at university. Quadball is a fast paced, mixed gender, full-contact sport played throughout the world, inspired by the fictional sport of Quidditch. We train twice a week on Durdham Downs and compete against teams from all over the UK and Europe. No sporting background is necessary, we welcome anyone regardless of sporting ability! Just come along and enjoy staying fit in the most unique way.
We also host incredible socials all year round! So if sport isn’t your thing, be sure to check out our social membership. From casual nights out and events on our discord server, to a Winter Formal and Awards Evening in Summer, there is always something going on. You should definitely JOIN US!
What
Watch this short video to find out how quadball works - the terms may have changed a bit (you'll notice we don't call it quidditch anymore!) but the sport still works the same way.
Where and When
Where: The Downs | When: WED 2-4pm, SAT 2-4pm
Membership
Player Membership:
This is for anyone that wants to play for the club at tournaments and fixtures, and attend training sessions. Your Player Membership covers the cost of equipment and the club's affiliation with QUK.
We welcome both students and non-students with memberships for each respective group:
- Student (£20) - Open for students and staff from both University of Bristol and University of West England.
- Community (£30) - Open to players who are not students or staff at the University of Bristol or University of West England.
FREE Social Membership:
Social membership is for those who want to be in the "hoop". With this membership you will be added to our "Brizzle Lounge" Discord server, where you can keep up to date on all of the goings on and hang out with the rest of the club. (Please note if you wish to train regularly you will need to purchase a Player Membership)
It's FREE, so why not?!
Training Membership:
This membership is for anyone that is a full paid member of another quadball club, but wishes to train with us more than two times a month. The membership fee goes towards equipment upkeep.
Alumni:
If you are a Puff alumni and you would like to keep up to date with us while supporting our members then this is the membership for you! The whole cost of this membership will contribute towards a fund that will help reduce financial barriers preventing our members from enjoying quadball, and to say thank you we will add you to our online circles so that you can stay in the "hoop".
Using Membership:
We run our club organisation through FB, so the quickest way of getting the most out of your membership is messaging our club FB page to say that you have it, and we will then add you to all the relevant FB groups.
IMPORTANT - we don't always get notified of new members. We check our member list regularly to stop people falling through the cracks, but please if you don't hear from us to be added to our communication channels, just message us and we will get you sorted out immediately. This is an issue that we are raising with the SU.
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Committee
Tallis Kinrade
President
I’m Tallis (she/they), an MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering Student and president. I’ve been playing for almost a year now. I joined Quadball because it’s a mixed gender full contact sport, I stayed because of all the amazing people I’ve met!
Billy Barker
Coach
I'm Billy (any/all). My first season was 2018 which makes me feel old. I joined because I wanted to do something fun at uni. I've stayed all these years later because I've made lifelong friends in the community and now I have a chance to teach what I've learned to the new players who will hopefully one day be running the sport
Cameron Harrad
Chaser Coach
I'm Cameron (he/him), an MA History student and chaser coach. I've been playing for 3 years. I joined the club because I wanted to try something new. I've always enjoyed playing sports at school. My favourite thing about Quadball is the tournaments and good vibes. Everybody is very supportive too!
Johnathan Phillips
Treasurer
I'm Johnathan, a Software Engineering Degree Apprentice and treasurer. I got into the sport through a friend - after hearing about all the fun they'd been having, I went along to a training session and was hooked. I've always enjoyed physical activity in general, but only ever individual fitness stuff. I love that the game gives me a reason to be running around a field, and tactical reasons to be running in that direction in particular! I've never been into the more conventional team sports like football etc, so I don't have that history of playing something all my life. That's why I think its nice a lot of people are new to quadball as I get to learn it with them.
Chris Tyas
Secretary
Hello! I'm Chris (he/him) and I'm a CS grad and secretary for another year. I started playing 3 years ago while looking for something new and a bit different to help keep me active. Ended up staying because of how welcoming and friendly everyone is and how chaotic and fun the sport is.
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Hire Us
We also offer kit hire and paid for taster sessions. So, if you'd like a truly unique birthday party, hen/stag do, or would just like to have a go with your friends email us at bristol.quidditch@gmail.com.
Prices:
Kit hire = £75 with a £100 deposit
Adult taster session = £20 per person (minimum booking of 12 people)
Kidditch taster session = £130 for 8 children, with an additional £50 for every 8 children on top
NOTE:- for kidditch sessions, we can only act as the facilitator and there must be adults responsible for the children also in attendance.
FAQ
Quadball is at a really exciting stage in its growth. The sport is big enough to boast events like a World Cup, while still being small enough that playing at such international events is an achievable goal.
Yes! Quadball is an inclusive sport where teams are made up of males, females and everyone in between. We even have a gender rule that ensures that there is always a mix of people on pitch.
No. The club has plenty of communal brooms, but you can bring your own if you want.
Not at all! Most people have never played quadball before, so rest assured we will teach you everything you need to know.
Feel free to send us a message on facebook.
Terms and conditions
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Membership Fee Inclusions
Prior to signing up to a Club or Society speak to the Committee to find out what your membership includes and if there are any further expenses throughout the year.
Service Standards
All Club or Society members can expect to receive:
- The opportunity to attend regular meetings, events, activities, trips and socials as arranged.
- The opportunity to stand for a committee position or vote in their elections (Bristol students only).
- For Sports Club – to attend regular training sessions and have the opportunity to be selected for the teams.
Code of Conduct
When joining a club or society you are agreeing to abide by the constitution, general rules, regulations and policies of University of Bristol Students’ Union and also the Club or Society Code of Conduct which sets out the level of behaviour & discipline expected of all Club & Society members.
Refund Policy
Any customer who pays for a membership subscription to a Bristol SU Society, Sports Club, Student Media and initiatives has a 14 day cooling off period from the time and date of purchase during which they have the right to cancel the subscription and receive a full refund. If you do decide to cancel within the 14 days, Bristol SU will refund your payment within a further 30 days of the cancellation. To request a refund please email: bristolsu@bristol.ac.uk
Data sharing (Sports Club members only)
Please be aware that Bristol SU may share data relating to the members of its sports clubs with the Centre for Sport, Exercise and Health (a department of the University). This information may be used for the purposes of communicating direct with these members and/or to cross-reference against SEH's Sports Pass membership records.
As part of Bristol SU's membership of British Universities & Colleges Sports (BUCS) Bristol SU may have to share data on to its sports clubs members so BUCS can, from time to time, communicate with these members.
Data sharing (Societies members only)
If you're joining one of the societies listed below please be aware that your name and email address will be shared with Bristol Hub for the purpose of keeping you up to date with their activities through their email “The Week”:
AIESEC Bristol, AMICUS Bristol, Anti-Slavery Society, Bristol Feminists, Bristol Friends of MSF, Bristol Marrow, Bristol Social Enterprise Society, Bristol Student Action for Refugees, Bristol University Amnesty International, Conservation Group, Bristol University Oxfam Group, Bristol University Sustainability Team, Bristol Volunteers for Development Abroad, Engineers Without Borders, Howard League for Penal Reform Student Society, International Affairs Society, Medsin Bristol, Model United Nations, and Vegetarian and Vegan Society.
For more information on Bristol Hub visit: http://www.bristolhub.org.
If you do not want your details shared with the Hub please email: bristolsu@bristol.ac.uk.
These terms shall be governed by English law and are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English Courts. Nothing in these terms shall exclude liability for fraudulent misrepresentation.
