Sports Clubs

Aikido is a modern self-defence martial art developed in Japan in the 1930s by Morihei Ueshiba, a master of several traditional martial arts.

Aikido will exercise every limb and every joint of your body. It will help develop flexibility, muscle tone, coordination and reflexes, providing an excellent whole-body workout.

Aikido is for everyone. It requires no great physical strength or aggressive spirit, just a commitment to training and the willingness to better yourself.

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The Swansea Titans entered the British Universities American Football League in 2009 and currently compete in the Premiership South division, the highest level in the British university game.

The team has reached national quarter-finals and won several Varsity titles, and the coaching set-up includes coaches with experience at US high school level, as well as specialist sprint training from Welsh Athletics.

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The club welcomes members from beginners to any level of experience and provides equipment and facilities at the Bay campus for a selection of disciplines, including barebow, recurve, compound and longbow.

The club takes part in several competitions throughout the year, both indoors and outdoors, and is part of the South West and Wales Universities League. It also participates in two BUCS competitions during the year against over 700 student archers from all over the UK.

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Whether you want to jog to keep fit, achieve a new PB or just come along on the Wednesday socials and make some new friends, Swansea University Athletics & Cross Country will welcome you.

The club offers a range of sessions aimed at track, endurance and social runners.

The club competes in various races through the year including track & field events, cross country, multi-terrain and road races, locally and throughout the UK.

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The club has five teams, three men's and two women's, with matches against other universities in the BUCS leagues on Wednesdays.

There are also social club nights for all members to play on Fridays at both campuses.

Players of all abilities – potential squad members and social members are welcome.

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Swansea competes against other universities in the South West Division of the British University Baseball League and the British University Softball League Wales.

Formed in 2015, the club welcomes players of all abilities and experience, whether looking to play competitively or try your hand at something new.

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Swansea University Basketball Club has three men's teams and a women's team to cater for all levels of ability.

As well as competing in BUCS competitions, the club has close ties with the local city club Swansea Storm, which also allows them to compete in the Welsh league.

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The club welcomes boxers of all levels of experience, from beginners to advanced. Boxing is a great way to keep fit and newcomers are encouraged to come along to a starter session and get involved.

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Confusingly, Swansea University Canoe Club actually uses kayaks, and only use canoes occasionally!

Pool sessions help teach the basic skills before you try it out on the rivers of Wales. 

As well as regular river trips, there are BUCS events and paddle festivals around the UK, canoe polo, and surf kayaking. There is also an annual trip to Scotland during the Easter holiday.

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The Swansea Sirens became affiliated with Swansea University Athletic Union in 2007 and since then have had many successes. Cheerleading is a complex sport which includes a mixture of stunts, tumbling, jumps and dance. 

The Sirens are both a social and competitive team, depending on what level of commitment you are looking for.

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The club has three men’s teams, two playing in BUCS competitions and one in local fixtures, two indoor teams, and a women’s team under development to play against local teams and other universities.

Social membership is also available for those who do not want to play.

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All members share a passion for riding bikes across all disciplines, road and mountain biking, whether it’s riding across the Gower on a sunny afternoon, or nailing a technical descent through the woods.

The club caters for riders of all abilities, from those who just want a sociable ride to the café once a week, to those who want to compete at a local and national level. The club also organises trips to take your riding further afield - for example, a weekend of mountain biking in the Forest of Dean, or even the road team’s annual trip to Europe to climb some real mountains.

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The club aims for both men’s and women’s teams to participate in national tournaments with the annual University Championship being the pivotal event.

There are also fortnightly social events.

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The club is open to all Swansea University students and staff, whether you have your own horse and want to hone your dressage or jumping skills, or have never ridden before.

The club offers professional tuition from a BHSI instructor, and as well as weekly riding sessions, it offers: beach and off-road hacks, BUCS teams competitions, gymkhana games, interclub competitions, polocrosse tuition, sober events and socials, tour with other sports clubs abroad, use of an equine simulator, Wednesday night themed socials and club deals at the sponsor bar.

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The club has a men's team and women's team that compete in the BUCS leagues, and have enjoyed considerable success – last year, the men won their league.

Training takes place at the International Sports Village and the club provides all coaching and equipment.

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The men’s football club has six teams, four of which compete in the BUCS leagues and the other two in the Swansea University Intramural League.

There is also a Saturday side, set up by alumni of the club with the goal of playing Welsh League football. 

There are weekly club socials, and the club has strong links with the local community, with several charity events, fundraisers and volunteering sessions.

The women's football team is a highly competitive and enthusiastic squad, with two teams competing in BUCS and other competitions.

The club has a fitness coach and organises events such as socials and five-a-side competitions.

Swansea University Intramural Football consists of 19 teams who compete in a league format over the course of the academic year. The league is now the biggest club or society in the University.

There is also an Intramural League Cup, and a select squad of players is chosen at the end of the season to face Cardiff University Intramural Football League in the Welsh Varsity.

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The golf club plays at Pennard Golf Club, a links course on the Gower Peninsula ranked among the top 10 in Wales.  Membership at Pennard comes with benefits such as unlimited golf and a members’ bar card, which gives you discount on food and drink.

The club has wo teams competing in BUCS competitions.

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Swansea University Men's Hockey Club welcomes members, from internationals to beginners. Established in 1920 as one of the founding sports at the University, it now has four teams and a large social community.

Regular events include an Easter tour, which has visited Croatia and Catalonia in the past; the 'Old Boys’ Weekend', when more than 100 former players return to compete in Sport Swansea's largest Old Boys event; and the annual Varsity match against Cardiff University.

Swansea University Ladies Hockey Club is also for all abilities and has four teams competing in BUCS competitions, and a fifth team playing occasional friendly games, as an opportunity for newcomers.

Tours in recent years have visited Croatia, Spain, the Netherlands, and Italy.

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Jiu Jitsu is a martial art which originated in medieval Japan with the samurai and has been updated to be effective in modern defence and combat environments. It is suitable for all levels of experience and fitness. All Jitsu classes are entry level and are conducted in a non-intimidating atmosphere aimed at building confidence and skill. 

Swansea Jiu Jitsu regularly achieves medals in national competitions in both male and female categories and regularly hosts the Welsh Nationals.

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Swansea University students are welcome to participate in judo at the Samurai Olympic Judo Club, which caters for all abilities from beginners to international judoka.

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Swansea University Karate is the oldest martial arts club in the University with a proud tradition of producing national champions.

We welcome all levels of experience, and the club attends several competitions every year, including the University Championships (BUCS) in Sheffield.

For those who are not interested in competitions, the training is a great way to keep fit, make friends and have a laugh while learning self-defence.

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Swansea University Kickboxing club is suitable for people of all levels of experience from beginner to advanced.

The club’s head instructor is a multiple time world, Welsh and British champion, and the club boasts an impressive competitive record, with many British, Welsh and national champions, world medallists and a team winning the overall UCL championship trophy in 2012.

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Korfball is a Dutch ball sport that's been around since 1902 and is described as ‘quite simply … the best sport you've never heard of’.

It is a mixed-gender sport, with four men and four women in a team, but the rules ensure there are no height or strength advantages.

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Swansea Lacrosse is the largest mixed club on campus. The club welcomes new members, from beginners to experienced players, and offers a thriving social scene.

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Swansea Lifesaving Team caters for all abilities - whether you want to keep up fitness, learn new skills for life, work towards competitions or just have fun.

The club has regular first aid training and social events, and aims to put on beach sessions throughout the year.

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The University Motorsport Club represents the mighty Green and White Army in both the British Universities Karting Championship (BUKC) and at Welsh Varsity.

The club welcomes current and former students, whatever your level of experience.

The club is also planning the inaugural Swansea University Karting Championship, with six rounds at circuits in and around Swansea.

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If you are one for outdoor challenges or just looking for a new way to have a laugh with your mates, the mountaineering club will welcome you.

There are regular trips around the country, and in addition to climbing, the club offers hiking and other mountaineering based activities, with social and competitive climbing competitions, as well as weekly social events.

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Swansea University Netball Club comprises three teams which play in BUCS competitions, and a fourth team in a local Swansea league.

There is also an intramural netball league and weekly social events, as well as fundraising campaigns for local charities. The club arranges a tour in the Easter holidays, and welcomes new members, whether interested in coaching, umpiring, playing or socialising.

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Pole Fitness is a fun and alternative way to improve strength, balance and flexibility, and a great way to increase your confidence. 

The club takes part in competitions and runs classes for fitness, as well as social and charity events.

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The club mainly focuses on .22 calibre small bore rifle target shooting at a nearby range.

It is a mixed-ability group but also fields teams for local competitions and for BUCS and Varsity. Throughout the year there are various activities days, including taster events for pistol and clay pigeon shooting.

Due to range restrictions, the club can only accept 30 members.

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Swansea University Rowing Club welcomes beginners and experienced rowers.

The club races at a wide variety of events throughout the year, around Wales and further afield, and the training schedule includes group land training sessions and multiple water sessions.

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The club welcomes players of all abilities and experience – including those who have played rugby union or have never picked up a rugby ball.

The club competes in BUCS competitions and has weekly social events.

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Swansea University RFC has four men’s teams competing in BUCS fixtures and the annual Varsity match against Cardiff University.

The Barbarians XV play against local sides and there are two teams in the Welsh Freshers’ League. The club can accommodate players of any standard – some in the 1st XV may have semi-pro contracts whereas others could be picking up a ball for the first time.

The women’s rugby club welcomes prospective players, regardless of sporting background, skill level, or experience. 

The club’s players have gone on to international honours, and members of the current squad have played regional standard or higher rugby.

Those who are not sure if they want to play, are still welcome to join the social nights out.

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Clwb Rygbi Tawe offers an opportunity to play rugby through the medium of Welsh.

You are welcome whether you are a first language Welsh speaker or are interested in learning the language. There are also social events every Wednesday night.

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The club welcomes all sailors from complete beginners to seasoned pros. It owns 12 fireflies and sails at Tata Steel Sailing club in Port Talbot, with sailing sessions on Wednesday afternoons followed by socials in the evening.

The sailing club has competitive racing teams with a race calendar that takes them all over the country to compete against other universities.

It also hosts its own annual sailing event - The Swansea Spartan, and runs Royal Yachting Association courses including level 2, powerboat and first aid.

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The club caters for all abilities, with regular dry ski slope trips for skiing and snowboarding, and there is an opportunity to take part in national competitions.

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Swansea Squash Club is open to all abilities, from beginners who have never played before to those who can hit that ball between their legs. 

Membership includes club nights, tournaments, entry to Swansea Squash Leagues, socials, and the chance to play in one of the club’s four teams.

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The sub-aqua club welcomes divers of all abilities and can develop your SCUBA training in a safe environment with nationally qualified instructors.
As well as SCUBA diving, there are also opportunities to learn skills in boat handling, VHF radio use, first aid and other skill development courses.
 
The club offers advice and support to members and can offer the hire of club kit to help you complete training and enjoy trips.

Members also enjoy underwater hockey (Octopush) - a fast-paced sub-aqua sport, which helps improve breath holding, puck skills and teamwork – and other events like beach cleans, litter picks, and BBQs in aid of the RNLI and DDRC (Diving Diseases Research Centre).

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The Surf Club is open to absolutely everyone from surfers, non-surfers, beach lovers, bodyboarders, party goers, skaters, and more.

The club competes in the annual BUCS competition in October, the biggest surf competition in Europe, and holds regular socials.

There are discounted surf lessons, weekend trips around the UK, advice to surfers of all levels, and annual trips overseas.

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Swansea Medics RFC is the rugby team of the Colleges of Human & Health Science and Medicine and Swansea NHS.

The club is affiliated to both Swansea and District Rugby Union and Sports Swansea at the University, and competes nationally in the National Association of Medical Schools (NAMS) rugby union cup.

New members are welcome, and experience is less important than enthusiasm.

The team caters for swimmers of varying abilities, from those who want to train and race at a competitive level to those who want to keep fit and be social.

The team has grown in size and strength, allowing it to enter three teams into BUCS championships, as well as sending swimmers to long and short course individual BUCS championships. 

The team also arranges regular socials and fundraising events throughout the year.

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The club has a male and a female team in the BUCS competition and welcomes players of all abilities.

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Originating in Korea, Tae Kwon Do is a modern form of self-defence which is most famous for its dynamic kicking.

The club is affiliated to UK ITF and practises primarily ITF (non-Olympic) style Tae Kwon Do, but welcomes students of all styles, levels and abilities.

Classes revolve around fitness, traditional Tae Kwon Do techniques and sparring practice. The club also hosts gradings for those who wish to progress up the belt ladder and enters various competitions through the year.

There are also social events and charity fundraisers.

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The tennis club has three men's teams and a women's team which compete in the BUCS league.

The club welcomes players of all standards and there are social tennis and beginners’ coaching available, as well as sessions for intermediate and advanced players.

Competitions are also available to those who don’t make it into one of the BUCS-level teams, and there are regular social events.

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The triathlon club welcomes all abilities, from first time swimmers to experienced triathletes.

The club represents the University at races across the UK.

As a member of the club you can get involved in a variety of exciting activities including sea and open-water swimming, bike rides surrounded by the natural beauty of the Gower and sunset runs along the beach to The Mumbles.

Social events have included laser tag and beach BBQs.

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Ultimate is a faced paced, non-contact social team sport combining aspects of American football and netball with a flying disc (Frisbee).

The club welcomes anyone looking to join a sports society that challenges you athletically while encouraging you to have fun learning a new sport.

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A diverse and international club, you will be welcome whether you are a beginner or an experienced player.

The strong social aspect of the club includes a range of events, open to members and non-members.

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The Swansea University team benefits from a partnership with Swansea Water Polo Club, providing experienced and qualified coaches, reduced costs and excellent socials.

A men’s and women’s university team participate in the BUCS league, and there are opportunities to compete in other leagues, as well as the annual Varsity match against Cardiff University.

Everyone is welcome, and there is a programme of socials events too.

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The club is suitable for absolute beginners or those that are ripping up waves and double front-looping.

The club has regular beginner and intermediate trips, and for the more advanced there are trips to local beaches, as well as social events.

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