AUT Esports Arena – Exclusive Campus Hub for Student Gamers at Te Āhuru Recreation Centre

From the moment you step into the Esports Arena at AUT’s Te Āhuru Recreation Centre, you can tell it was built for students. Designed exclusively for AUT students, the space offers a dedicated zone where you can leave your academic head at the door, plug into high-end gaming gear, and share sessions with other players on campus. It’s more than just a gaming lounge, it’s a campus asset for recreation, community, and competition in one place. Tucked within the Sir Paul Reeves Building on AUT’s City Campus, this student-only haven fosters that perfect blend of downtime and drive, turning after-class stress into epic queues.

As an exclusive AUT student facility, it does not offer access to the neighbouring community or general visitors, focusing solely on on-campus recreation for enrolled students.

Inside the facility, you’ll find high-performance gaming PCs, console setups, racing simulators, high-speed internet, and comfy chairs—everything tailored for a smooth session whether you’re playing casually or preparing for tournaments. Booking is managed in advance and play slots are organised with student convenience in mind, showing that this venue isn’t just extra-curricular, it’s built into the student lifestyle. With 20+ stations powered by NVIDIA GeForce RTX graphics and 144Hz monitors, plus PS5/Xbox bays for co-op classics, it’s geared for everything from solo skill-building to squad marathons in hits like Valorant or Rocket League.

While geared up for fun, the Esports Arena also supports the development of esports and gaming skills. With access to organized competitions, community gatherings, and a space dedicated to digital play, it gives student gamers the opportunity to grow, connect, and compete. Whether you’re dropping in to unwind after class or you’re honing your skills for a campus tournament, the space blends social, competitive, and educational value in one setting.

📍 Sir Paul Reeves Building, Te Āhuru Recreation Centre, City Campus, 55 Wellesley St E, Auckland 1010
🕒 Student hours (book via AUT app/site; typically weekdays/evenings)
🖥️ High-performance PCs • Console setups (PS5, Xbox) • Racing simulators • High-speed internet
🎮 Casual student sessions, campus tournaments, community gatherings, skill-building
💲 Free/included in student fees (advance booking required)
🔧 Student-exclusive & reliable, supportive staff, inclusive campus vibe

📞 +64 9 921 9999
📧 esports@aut.ac.nz or bruce.meyer@aut.ac.nz
🌐 website