International Student Information

4.4 Sports and Recreation

Australia is one of those countries that tends to excel in international sporting events. Australians love to watch and play sport, so much so that it has defined our unique culture. Every school student in Australia must participate in sport and every school has a number of extra-curriculum clubs. In fact, every school has a sports carnival and often compete against other schools. Outside of educational institutions, there are always plenty of opportunities to join a sports club just for fun. There are many special interest sports clubs as well as those open to the general public. 

 

The following sports are popular in Australia and have websites that can provide more information and perhaps suggest a club near you. There are also mentioned some sports that may be of interest to you.

AFL

http://www.vafa.com.au/                         http://www.afl.com.au/

 

Cricket

http://www.playcricket.com.au/               http://www.cricket.com.au/

 

Tennis

http://www.tennis.com.au/play/coaching

 

Netball

http://netball.com.au/

Basketball

http://basketballvictoria.com.au/

Badminton

http://bv.feel-inspired.com/

 

Table tennis

https://www.tabletennisvic.org.au/home/

Soccer

http://www.vicsoccer.com/

Rugby

http://www.clubsofaustralia.com.au/Rugby/Clubs-in-Victoria.html

Swimming

https://vic.swimming.org.au/

Martial arts

http://www.clubsofaustralia.com.au/Martial-Arts/Clubs-in-Victoria/50/0.html