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Get Involved in Sports Clubs
Updated June 2024
Make the most of your time in UCD!
UCD Sport are looking forward to welcoming new and returning students for the 2024-25 academic year!
Whether you're just starting in UCD, or a returning student, we hope you enjoy every minute of the upcoming academic year. There is no better way to enjoy and experience student life than getting involved with your favourite UCD sports club.
Whether you want to try out a new sport or continue training in a sport you are already familiar with, UCD Sport invites you to get involved. We have made it easier for students to sign up and join a sports club on campus. Scroll down to find out more.
View the UCD Sports Guide for 2023-24. (The 24/25 version is currently being created).
You can also download a PDF version of the Sports Guide:
How do I join a UCD sports club?
Virtual Sports Expo: From 01 September 2024
The Virtual Sports Expo is an online platform where you can sign up to a sports club and pay your membership via SISWeb. You must be a fully registered UCD student with active UCD Connect account to use the online system. Please note not all clubs are accepting members via the online platform.
View our full list of sports clubs.
Each club page outlines the key information about the club, a long with links to their social media pages and contact details. Don't be afraid to contact a club directly with any questions you may have.
UCD Sports Expo
Discover the vibrant array of sports clubs at UCD by attending our annual Sports Expo! This exciting event spans four days and provides an excellent opportunity for students to explore and join any of our diverse sports clubs.
- Dates: September 16 - 19 (inclusive).
- Time: 10am to 5pm each day.
- Location: Hall B, UCD Sports Centre.
Why Attend?
- Meet the Clubs: Club committees will be present at stands throughout the Expo, ready to answer any questions you may have.
- Get Involved: Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or looking to try something new, there's a club for everyone.
- Freebies and Fun: Enjoy the lively atmosphere, pick up some freebies, and immerse yourself in UCD Sport.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Contact a Club directly
All our club contact details are on our website under Club List. Feel free to reach out to a club and enquire about joining.
Joining as an Alumni / Graduate
UCD alumni / graduates can join a sports club via the UCD Alumni Portal.
- Log into the UCD Alumni Portal.
- Click on 'Campus Menu'.
- Click on 'My Clubs & Societies'.
- You will see a list of clubs who accept alumni / graduate membership.
- Not all UCD sports clubs accept alumni / graduate members.
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Getting involved in a sports club is an ideal way to keep fit, learn a new skill, meet people with similar interests, as well as provide a welcome break from academic life.
With nearly 50 sports clubs to choose from, ranging from team sports, adventure sports, water sports to martial arts, there is something for everyone. So make the most of your time in UCD and get involved.
You can join most sports clubs at any time throughout the year and the majority of the clubs organise new member and/or introductory training sessions.
Involvement in UCD sports clubs will ensure that your time at UCD is an enjoyable and rewarding experience.
Getting involved with a sport club is not limited to participating in the sport itself, UCD Sport clubs are predominantly student run and student led and therefore many volunteering opportunities exist in the form of committee positions, coaching and officiating.
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Coach
Coaching is integral to all UCD sports clubs. Expert coaching ensures the enjoyment and success of all members in the club activity. If you are interested in a getting involved in sport & physical activity then volunteering as a coach is a fun, social and attractive way to gain skills and valuable experience which are essential for both your personal development and ultimately building your CV. Students, staff and graduate members of clubs are actively encouraged to get involved in coaching their respective sport at UCD.
Visit the Coaching section for more information.
Only those individuals who currently hold a valid Safeguarding 1 certificate and are Garda Vetted by the AUC are permitted to coach, manage, lead activity or act as children's officers in UCD clubs.
Visit the Training and Development section for when safeguarding courses will be held.
The AUC and its members clubs can support you with unique coaching & volunteering opportunities while also assist with funding qualifications and training and development opportunities. A small number of UCD clubs also employ coaches to deliver their training. The recruitment, selection and management of all coaches (paid and voluntary) is the responsibility of each club.
Full details of the AUC’s Coaching Policies are listed in the Club Operations Manual.
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Club Committee Member
If you are interested in getting involved with the running of a sports club you can do so by becoming involved in the clubs respective committee.
Each club has an executive committee is made up of a wide variety of positions to suit all interests and abilities. The committee is democratically elected at each clubs Annual General Meeting. Committee positions include Children's Officer, Club Development Officer, PRO/Communications, Secretary, Junior Treasurer and more.
If you are interested in getting involved please contact the club directly, you can find all club contact details in the Club List section.