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Sport and fitness

Whether you're a sporting super fan, a fitness fanatic, or just looking to socialise and keep active, our student clubs and facilities have you covered.

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University of York Cycling Club.

Uni and college sport

No matter your ability, you can choose from over 75 student-run clubs to join, from cheerleading to fencing, skydiving to triathlon. There's something for everyone.

York’s College Sport system also gives you an inclusive and affordable route into playing for fun, improving your skills with coaching, and competing against other York colleges.

The Uni football team has been a highlight of my time here. The sporting variety means you can try things out – or even compete at a high level. There’s a brilliant social life to match, a great atmosphere within the clubs. I’ve made friends for life, and I’ve loved every minute.

Tom, MPhys Physics

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Events and competitions

As a York student, you’ll be spoiled for choice as a punter or a player. Our sporting highlights include:

  • College Varsity (York versus Durham): The only inter-university college competition in the UK.
  • Roses (York versus Lancaster): The largest inter-university competition in Europe.

Gyms and facilities

Our award-winning facilities are recognised as some of the best in the region, used by elite athletes and national teams.

Two state-of-the-art gyms. Floodlit 3G pitches. A competition-standard pool. Squash and tennis courts. An athletics stadium. A strength and conditioning suite. 39 acres of grass playing fields. York Sport Centre. York Sport Arena. York Sport Village. There's a lot.

Explore facilities at York Sport

York Sport is rated York's best gym
(YorkMix Choice Awards 2024)

"I started off by joining James College Volleyball and a few weeks later was elated to be selected for a University team. The social aspect of a college team is invaluable, and you will get to play the sport you love, entirely pressure-free."

Discover Lily, Aurelie and Bob's experience of sport at York.

Read their experiences