SDG 3 – GOOD HEALTH AND WELL-BEING

Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages

SDG 3 Indicator

3.3 – Collaborations and health services

3.3.3 – Shared sports facilities

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) offers a variety of shared sports facilities to support the physical well-being and fitness of its students, staff, and the surrounding community. These facilities are designed to promote active and healthy lifestyles, and many of them are accessible for both recreational use and organized sports events.

UKM SPORTS CENTER

The UKM Sports Complex is the central hub for many sporting activities on campus. It houses a variety of indoor and outdoor sports facilities, including Azman Hashim UKM Sports Arena, UKM Stadium, UKM Swimming Complex and Danau Golf Club UKM.

AZMAN HASHIM UKM SPORTS ARENA

Azman Hashim UKM Sports Arena was funded by Tan Sri Azman Hashim, Malaysian banker and philanthropist located at UKM Bangi. This sports arena is regularly used by local schools and the public by charging both free and full fees for various facilities, fostering a sense of community engagement and encouraging active lifestyles. Reservations for these facilities can be made through the counter at the UKM Pavilion, ensuring organized and fair access to these resources.

Malaysia University Football Team (MUFT) training

The 2023 U16 Suparimau League took place at the prestigious Azman Hashim UKM Sport Arena, showcasing young talent in an exciting and competitive environment.

Dedicated Women’s Gym at Azman Hashim Sport Arena: Empowering Wellness for UKM’s Female Community

UKM provides a dedicated women’s gymnasium at the Azman Hashim Sport Arena, offering a safe and empowering space for female staff and students to engage in fitness and wellness activities, supporting a healthier and more inclusive campus environment.

UKM SWIMMING COMPLEX

UKM has a Swimming Pool Complex that is open to the public located at UKM Bangi. The public can visit the complex every day except Wednesday evenings, to provide time for swimming classes and training sessions for instructors to undergo their weekly training and skill enhancement for teaching quality. The use of the pool is free, but if the public wants to book paid swimming classes, they can visit the complex to book a session. By providing shared sports facilities, UKM promotes physical activity, which is crucial for maintaining good health and preventing non-communicable diseases such as obesity and heart disease. This initiative supports not only the health of the university community but also that of the wider public.

The picture on the right shows that local community use the swimming pool to enhance their swimming skill

TENNIS AND SQUASH COURTS

UKM also provides both outdoor and indoor tennis courts, as well as squash courts, which are open for use by students, staff, and community members that located in UKM Bangi.

Tennis courts used by UKM’s citizens and local community

Various squash competition held in in Skuasy Complex including primary school competition

UKM STADIUM

UKM Stadium located at UKM Bangi has a seating capacity of 450 people. The stadium features a 400-meter running track designed for sports events for free. The field is equipped for various events, including shot put, high jump, discus throw, pole vault, and javelin throw.

OTHER SPORTS FACILITIES

DANAU GOLF CLUB UKM

Danau Golf Club, located within UKM, Bangi is a well-established golfing destination that offers a picturesque and challenging 18-hole golf course. Set amidst natural surroundings, the course features rolling hills, scenic lakes, and lush greenery, providing both aesthetic appeal and a test of skill for golfers.

The golf club caters to golfers of all levels, offering facilities such as a driving range, pro shop, and clubhouse with dining options. It also serves as a venue for golfing tournaments and events, making it a popular spot for both recreational golfers and competitive players. With its strategic location on the UKM campus, the Danau Golf Club is easily accessible to students, staff, and the public.

Example of a tournament that was held at Danau Golf Club was 2023 Professional Golf Association of Malaysia (PGAM) Satellite Tour’s first leg featuring rising talents Muhammad Fakhrul Akmal and Paul San shared first-place honors.

2023 Professional Golf Association of Malaysia (PGAM) Satellite Tour was held at Danau Golf Club

Source : https://danaugolf.ukm.my/

KOLEJ PERMATA PINTAR’S SPORTS COMPLEX

The Kolej PERMATA Pintar Sports Complex at UKM is an award-winning facility, recognized with the Silver PAM Award in 2015 for Sports & Recreation Category . It features a large outdoor field and a running track. The complex supports a variety of sports and recreational activities, serving both educational and competitive purposes such as inter-school competition.

The picture shows that netball competition inter-secondary school was held at Kolej Permata Pintar’s field

Source : https://www.ukm.my/permatapintar/kemudahan/komplekssukan/

SWIMMING POOL

The swimming pool at Pusat GENIUS@Pintar Negara, UKM is an Olympic-size facility located in a scenic area, facing the UKM forest reserve. It offers a high-standard swimming experience, providing space for training, events, and recreational activities. The pool is designed to meet the needs of students and visitors for both professional and leisure swimming.