What Are Intramurals?

Intramurals


What are Intramural Sports?

Intramural Sports at York University are designed to accommodate students' busy schedules by offering programming at various times throughout the day.
This allows students to strike a balance between their academic commitments and recreational pursuits, ensuring that they can actively participate without compromising their studies.
 
Participating in recreational sports transcends mere physical activity; it's also about nurturing overall well-being.
Involvement in Intramurals provides a platform to unwind, alleviate stress, and foster enjoyment with friends, leading to positive impacts on both physical and mental health.
Whether engaging in a friendly basketball match or a laid-back soccer game, the camaraderie and pleasure derived from Intramural Sports can significantly reduce stress and anxiety, fostering a profound sense of relaxation and fulfillment.
 
Furthermore, the Intramural program at York University offers multiple tiers of competition, accommodating a wide spectrum of preferences and skill levels.
Whether you're a seasoned athlete seeking intense competition or a novice eager to learn and have fun, there's a suitable level for you:
  • The Competitive level caters to experienced players aiming for high-level play.
  • The Semi-Competitive level strikes a balance between competition and enjoyment, catering to the average player.
  • The Recreational level is perfect for those seeking pure enjoyment or those new to the sport, providing an opportunity to learn and play in a relaxed setting.
 
Beyond the sports themselves, Intramural Sports cultivate a sense of community where students can connect, socialize, and forge enduring friendships.
For many, the Intramural community serves as a welcoming and supportive environment within the broader York University community, fostering a sense of belonging and camaraderie.

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How do I Get Involved?

So, how does one get involved? Students have several avenues to participate.
They can register their own teams with friends, join a team through their college, or sign up as a free agent.
If registering independently, the dedicated Intramural Office ensures finding a team that aligns with your preferences and skill level.


 
 


Why Are Intramurals Awesome at York?
  1. Opportunity to make new friends! - The true value of Intramural Sports comesfrom the recreation and friendships shared with other participants.
    There are sports and teams from a variety of interests and skill levels. It is a great way to get to meet new people and University and build long-lasting relationships.
  2. Different Sports on Different Days! - Intramurals run Sunday - Thursdays with different sports on different days to give students the most exposure to the programming offerings we have.
  3. Works Around Your Class Schedule! - To allow a balance of academics and recreation most Intramural programming is in the afternoons and evenings to allow for students to be able to balance their academics and recreational participation!
  4. Great Way To Relax and Have Fun! - Participating in recreational sports is a great way to improve both your physical and mental health. An hour or two of playing Intramurals with friends can help to reduce stress and anxiety.
  5. Multiple Levels of Competition! - From the ultra-competitive to those who just want to play for fun, the Intramural program has 3 levels of competition for you to choose from. Competitive is for those who have experience playing a sport and want to play at a high level. Semi-competitive is for the average player who wants some competition but also to have fun as well. Recreational is for those who want to come out and play for fun or who are new and want to learn how to play the sport

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What Sports are Played?

Here are all the sports that we offer during the Fall, Winter, and Spring Semesters: 
 

FALL 

Badminton, Ball Hockey, 3v3 Basketball, 5v5 Basketball, Bowling, Cricket, Dodgeball, Flag Football, Handball, 3v3 Ice Hockey, Innertube Basketball, Pickleball, 7v7 Soccer, 11v11 Soccer, Softball, Squash, Tennis, Ultimate, 4v4 Volleyball, 6v6 Volleyball 

WINTER 

Badminton, Ball Hockey, 3v3 Basketball, 5v5 Basketball, Cricket, Curling, Dodgeball, Flag Football, Futsal, Handball, 5v5 Ice Hockey, Innertube Waterpolo, Pickleball, Seated Volleyball, 7v7 Soccer, Squash, Ultimate, 6v6 Volleyball 

SPRING/SUMMER 

Basketball, Futsal, 7v7 Soccer, Softball, Ultimate, 4v4 Volleyball 
 

With such a diverse range of sports offered across the Fall, Winter, and Spring/Summer semesters, there's something for everyone to enjoy and participate in throughout the academic year! We are always looking at adding new sports each year so look out for more being added as the year goes on! 



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How Do I Sign Up?

To participate, students will need to register for an Intramural Membership which is at no cost through the Recreation York portal. After that simply download the Fusion Play app from the Apple App Store or Google Play and then log in with your Passport York account! Remember, you can register through your college, on your own, or with friends! We look forward to seeing you come out and enjoy playing Intramurals at York! 

 

Connect With Us Online

York Lions Website: yorkulions.ca/intramurals 

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