There are over 30 club sports, which are created, organized, and largely financed by the students. The teams compete in sports that often times surpass students' expectations of what a college in New York City could offer. For example, students can participate in our sailing, kayaking, and scuba diving clubs or more terrestrial clubs like the equestrian, hiking, and ski racing teams. Whatever your interest, as a Barnard student-athlete you can either join an existing club team or start your own. The time commitment varies from team to team, as does the level of structure.
Some teams have official coaches, while others are led by captains.
Club teams compete against other collegiate teams as well as enter local, regional, and national tournaments. For those who enjoy playing sports in a relaxed atmosphere as a means of light recreation, intramural teams are a fun, yetcompetitive option. With the guidance of the Physical Education Department , students organize their teams and choose a captain to serve as the representative. The games are structured and officially refereed though the teams do not have coaches and generally do not practice. Barnard students may also play on coed intramural teams organized by Columbia University.