Intramural Sports
Get active playing your favourite sports on UCalgary campus.
Don't have a team? Register as an individual!
Intramurals and Rec Sports
We look forward to welcoming our community back for the Spring session. Please stay tuned for updates.
Tips for visiting Active Living
Masks must be worn in common areas of UCalgary. Read the mask policy here. Change rooms and locker rooms are not available. Exceptions are made for Aquatic Centre programs that may access the change rooms (showers are closed). Drop-in opportunities are not available. Bring your own water bottle – while you can fill your bottle, water fountains are not available. When you register for a program, we will supply you with new safety guidelines. Please review them carefully prior to your visit.
There is no off-season
Get in the action with a whole array of sports leagues and clubs at the University of Calgary. Find competitive and beginner sport leagues, as well as recreational sport clubs for building skill levels and practising techniques.
Intramural sport leagues are open to the general public.
Basketball - competitive
Mon & Wed: Evenings
UCalgary Jack Simpson Gymnasium
6-12 games depending on the season
Men's & Mixed Leagues
Play 5-on-5, officiated basketball on campus. Leagues are tiered so you can select the type of competition you want. A, B, & C divisions. Fall/Winter leagues will have seeding round followed by regular season play. The seeding round is to try and balance the divisions for the remainder of the semester. Teams may move up or down a division. Mixed leagues are required to have 2 players of the opposite gender on the court at all times. Leagues have standings, officials, and playoffs.
Want to take your game to another level, try our esports leagues and try and get the double championship.
Ice Hockey - competitive
Mon & Wed: Evenings | Sat & Sun: Afternoons
UCalgary Olympic Oval
8 games
Open Leagues
Lace up for an 8-game season of officiated non-checking hockey. Leagues are tiered so you can select the type of competition. A, B, C, D divisions. CSA approved helmet with full cage and full equipment is required. Players are only allowed to skate for one team per division, and may not play in multiple divisions with more than 2 skill levels difference (ex: A & B is ok, A & C is not ok). Fall/Winter leagues will have seeding round followed by regular season play. The seeding round is to try and balance the divisions for the remainder of the semester. Teams may move up or down a division. Leagues have standings, officials, and playoffs.
Want to take your game to another level, try our esports leagues and try and get the double championship.
Outdoor Soccer - open recreational
Mon - Thur: Evenings
UCalgary soccer fields
8-12 games depending on the season
Men's & Mixed Leagues
Rec. outdoor soccer is for players of all skill levels. The emphasis is on fun over competition. Games are two 25-minute halves, with a 2 minute break in between. Full soccer field with 11 players, 10 plus a goalie. Mixed leagues are required to have a minimum of 2 players of the opposite gender on the field, traditionally but not limited to a 9/2 format. There are no officials, standings or playoffs. Slide tackles are not allowed. Shin guards and proper footwear are highly recommended.
Want to take your game to another level, try our esports leagues and try and get the double championship.
Outdoor Soccer - competitive
Tue & Thur: Evenings
UCalgary soccer fields
8 games
Mixed Leagues
For players with a little more experience, lace up for this officiated league. Games are two 25-minute halves, with a 2 minute break in between. Full soccer field with 11 players, 10 plus a goalie. Leagues are required to have a minimum of 2 players of the opposite gender on the field at all times. Traditionally, but not limited to, a 9/2 format. Slide tackles are not allowed. Shin guards and proper footwear are highly recommended. Leagues have officials, standings and playoffs.
Want to take your game to another level, try our esports leagues and try and get the double championship.
Touch Rugby – competitive (NEW)
Sun: Afternoon
UCalgary soccer fields & Jack Simpson Gymnasium
8 games
Open Leagues
Intramurals newest sport. Rugby, without contact? Yes and it is an exciting, fast-paced game! Try out our modified field 7 vs. 7 game Fall & Winter leagues, outdoors and indoors. Game play consists of two 25-minute halves with a 2-minute break in between.
Dodgeball - competitive
Tue: Evenings (new day)
UCalgary Red Gym
9 games
Open Leagues
DODGE, DUCK, DIP, DIVE and DODGE again in this schoolyard favourite sport. Teams start with 6 players on the court and race to grab one of 6 balls placed at the centre. Hit your opponents with the balls to get them out. No headshots. No minimum of opposite gender players. The last team with players still standing wins! Leagues have officials, standings and playoffs.
Indoor Soccer - competitive
Sun: Day & Evening
UCalgary Red & Gold Gyms
8 games
Men’s & Mixed Leagues
Experienced soccer players can find some solid competition in our Men's or Mixed leagues. Play 5 vs 5 (including goalie) in the Red & Gold Gyms, testing your ball control and accuracy. Fall/Winter mixed leagues will have seeding round followed by regular season play. The seeding round is to try and balance the divisions for the remainder of the semester. Teams may move up or down a division. 2 players of the opposite gender must play at all times. No slide tackles. Shin guards are highly recommended. Leagues have standings, officials, and playoffs.
Want to take your game to another level, try our esports leagues and try and get the double championship.
Futsal - recreational
Sun: Afternoon -Evening
UCalgary Jack Simpson Gymnasium
8 games
Open Leagues
Futsal is played with a smaller ball with less bounce than a regular soccer ball. The rules are adjusted slightly to put emphasis on improvisation, creativity and technique in ball control and passing. The continuous action makes for an exciting game. This league is less competitive than indoor soccer, and there is no minimum of opposite gender players required. No slide tackles. Shin guards highly recommended. There are no officials, standings or playoffs.
Volleyball - competitive
Tue: Evenings (Usually but not limited to A & B divisions)
UCalgary Jack Simpson Gymnasium
16-18 games (8-9 double headers)
Mixed Leagues
Thur: Evenings (Usually but not limited to B & C divisions)
UCalgary Jack Simpson Gymnasium
14-16 games (7-8 double headers)
Mixed Leagues
Hit the court for some 6 vs 6 volleyball and BUMP, SET, SPIKE. Teams register in their preferred day of play. All leagues have a seeding round. The seeding round is to try and balance the divisions for the remainder of the semester. Mixed leagues are required to have 2 players of the opposite gender on the court at all times. Leagues have standings, officials, and playoffs.
ESports
It's time to showoff those gaming skills! UCalgary Intramurals has launched Esports, connecting the UCalgary community to a series of sport-theme virtual gaming. Play for the glory, the bragging rights, and the coveted Intramurals championship buff!
Available Games:
FIFA 21
NBA 2K21
NHL 21
MADDEN 21
Hockey Pool
Welcome to the first annual UCalgary Intramural Hockey Pool
As an individual you will be compteting for the coveted IMS Championship Buff, and your name on the Champions Plaque, which is proudly displayed int IMS Display case in the KNA foyer.
Each participant will pick 12 players, 1 goalie, 4 defensemen, and 6 forwards, and 1 pure goal scorer (can not be changed during the season)
Points will be given as follows:
Goalies - 2pt win
- 3pt bonus for a shut out
- 1pt for assist
- 5pt for a goal
Defence & Foward
Goals - 1pt
Assists - 1pt
Pure Goal Scorer
Goals - 2 pt
Assists - 1 pt
Recreational Sports
Our recreational sports clubs are a place for people to train and receive instruction in these activities. These are not sports leagues — no "games" or "matches" will be scheduled — but some sports will offer optional competitions to attend throughout the year. Many of our clubs have great instructors who will help you hone your skills.
Badminton
Tue / Fri: Evenings
Sun: Afternoon
UCalgary Red & Gold Gyms
All levels of badminton players are welcome to join. This is not an instructional program; the badminton program gives players the opportunity to meet, practice and play with other people. Players have the option to register for individual days or all three days.
Capoeira
Tues: Evenings
UCalgary Studios
Suitable for all skill levels, Capoeira is a Brazilian art form that incorporated martial arts, music, dance, history and philosophy. Africans brought to Brazil as slaves from several regions and ethic groups shared cultural dances, fighting techniques and rituals to combine into the movements you will learn. Weekly sessions work on agility, dynamic flexibility, strength, speed and endurance.
Fencing
Wed: Evenings
Sun: Afternoons
UCalgary Gold Gym
Started up in 1963, the UCalgary Fencing is Active Livings longest running program. Fencing has been around in various forms since that time. The fencing program is not a varsity club, so we are open to everyone of all skill levels. We offer foil, sabre and epée in both dry and electric.
Jiu Jitsu
Tue / Thu: Evenings
UCalgary Combative room
Jitsu Canada is committed to providing high quality and enjoyable instruction to anyone who wishes to learn. Competition is not an aspect of this sport, and coaching emphasizes co-operation among participants. Jiu Jitsu can be practiced by anyone regardless of strength, weight or gender. Training is tailored to the individual ability of the participants.
Judo
Tue /Thu: Evenings
UCalgary Studios
Our goal is to teach the Olympic sport of Judo in a manner that is both positive and healthy for all ages. Training will help you gain incredible physical prowess and great mental discipline. Our instructors are qualified to teach with integrity and compassion, having climbed the black belt and NCCP (National Coaching Certification Program) ranks. With more than 20 million people practising Judo worldwide, try Judo with us and become part of this large community.
Karate
Tue / Fri: Evenings
UCalgary Aux. Gym and Combative room
Learn Koryu Uchinadi, the Mixed Martial Art of Karate. A holistic system of striking & grappling based on the original principles of Okinawan Karate and southern Chinese Chuan Fa. Focused training provides excellent overall physical conditioning and functional self-defence. All levels are welcome.
Kendo
Beginners I & II (alternated every other session)
Mon / Thu: Evenings
UCalgary Studios
Advanced
Mon /Thu /Fri: Evenings
UCalgary Studios
Kendo is a traditional Japanese martial art of fencing using a bamboo sword called a Shinai. The goal of Kendo is to develop oneself through practice. Physical and mental strength can be achieved with practice. Initially, all that is required is athletic clothing and appreciation for traditions. Students purchase their own gear. Shinai are for sale through the Calgary Kendo club and advice on equipment is freely given.
Taekwondo
Mon / Thu: Evenings
UCalgary Aux Gym
Welcome to the UCalgary Taekwondo program: Kicking Dinos. Taekwondo is a martial art from Korea characterized by its powerful and dynamic kicks. It is the only kicking martial art and is also an official Olympic sport. At UCalgary we practice both traditional and Olympic Taekwondo. We can guarantee you an awesome workout each session.
The Taekwondo tenets are:
1. Courtesy
2. Integrity
3. Perseverance
4. Self-control
5. Indomitable Spirit
Triathlon Swim
Tue /Thu: Evenings
Sun: Afternoons
UCalgary Aquatic Centre
The University of Calgary Triathlon program is one of the oldest and successful triathlon programs in the city. Participants train and encourage others to strive to be the best. Novices to experts are welcome. Try out triathlon today!
Field Hockey
Mon / Wed: Evenings
UCalgary Red & Gold Gyms
The UCalgary Field Hockey program caters to people who want to enhance their existing field hockey skills. The game is fast-paced and exciting when played indoors. Participants will get an opportunity to train and develop their indoor skills. There will also be some opportunities for tactical drills and game play. Mouth guards and shin guards are mandatory. As well, all participants are required to provide their own indoor field hockey sticks. The program is partnered with the Astros Field Hockey club. University members who are part of other local clubs may be able to join the UCalgary program, but due to league policies, they will have to get a letter from their current club granting permission to train with the Astros at the university.
ESports
It's time to showoff those gaming skills! UCalgary Intramurals has launched Esports, connecting the UCalgary community to a series of sport-theme virtual gaming. Play for the glory, the bragging rights, and the coveted Intramurals championship buff!