Whether a lifelong athlete or someone looking to get into the habit, finding time for exercise between the chaos of university is a daunting task, but luckily, Queen’s has its students covered.
The Queen’s Athletics and Recreation Centre (ARC) is the hub for Queen’s athletics. Located across from Stauffer Library at 284 Earl St, full-time students get access to the ARC’s 24,500 square feet of cardio and strength zones with just a swipe of their student card—as membership is included in student fees. Part-time students can get access to discounted rates by contacting Q Services.
For those looking to make friends and pick up a team sport, intramurals are one of the easiest ways to meet people on campus while staying active. The sports range from soccer and basketball to flag football, with leagues for both competitive players and those just looking for fun.
If struggling to find a team or players to join, students can sign up as a free agent and get matched with other students by the ARC. Registration for the fall will open on Sept., 5th at noon ET and can be accessed on IMLeagues.
For hockey, softball, and flag football players with a desire for something more engaging, the company LUG has become popular across campus. This is largely thanks to its goal of becoming “the most professional, unprofessional sports league,” displayed prominently on its website to express aims of giving athletes another taste of high-end competition.
Students looking for something more structured can look no further than Queen’s dozens of sport clubs, including golf, fencing, ultimate frisbee, and figure skating, to name a few. Varsity clubs at Queen’s allow students to scratch their competitive itch without committing to the full team schedule and are accessible through club fairs and Instagram.
Many of Queen’s varsity teams and clubs alike offer open tryouts for those who want to take their athletic presence at Queen’s up a notch. Open tryouts are posted online, complete with dates, times, locations, and instructions.
Not all exercise has to be a competition, though. The ARC offers a wide selection of group fitness classes such as yoga and Zumba, and the full schedule can be found online. For those who want to get active on their own terms, Queen’s happens to be located alongside a scenic waterfront, perfect for runs, jogs, or walks.
Additionally, Tindall Field is frequently home to impromptu games and activities, making it the perfect place to make friends and move around.
The hardest part is starting, but thankfully, Queen’s makes it very easy to stay active and make some friends in the process.
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