Athletics
Carleton Athletics
Take advantage of our first-class athletic facilities, conveniently located in one area of campus. Challenge yourself in sport, health and life. From varsity, intramurals, adaptive sports and recreation to our student spirit group, we offer something for everyone.
World-class facilities
- Ravens’ Centre: Here you’ll find our 50-metre L-shaped pool, a Fitness Centre, two NHL-sized ice pads, an indoor track, gymnasiums, international squash courts, and sports medicine and sports therapy clinics.
- Alumni Hall: Our Fitness Centre has over 50 cardio machines and a wide selection of weight training equipment. The Ravens’ Nest is a triple gymnasium that is open to all students when not serving as home court for our varsity teams and up to 1,500 cheering fans.
- Ice House: Access our two NHL-sized ice surfaces year-round for pick-up hockey games, skating lessons and open skate sessions.
- Fieldhouse: 4,500 sq. m. sports field and a 230-metre, two-lane indoor track.
- Outdoor fields: The TAAG Park has 3,000 seats, FIFAstandard artificial turf, a multi-purpose field and five tennis courts.
Fitness classes for everyone
With over 80 exciting fitness classes offered each week, there’s something for everyone! We offer Aquafit, CU Strong, dance, group or specialty fitness, indoor group cycling, marital arts, skating, yoga and Pilates and Zumba.
Intramurals
Meet new friends and battle for a league title with Carleton’s intramural leagues. Both team and individual registrations are available online or in person at the Welcome Centre in Alumni Hall.
Campus Rec
Looking to keep fit and have fun without the commitment of league play? Our Campus Rec program offers a variety of inclusive programming options including badminton, basketball, soccer, pick-up hockey, skating and volleyball.
Adaptive and inclusive programming
Carleton Athletics is proud to offer a comprehensive adaptive sports program, providing students free access to activities like adaptive dance, adaptive strength and flexibility, adaptive boccia and para swimming.
Women’s Only Fitness Centre and Trans & Allies Fitness Space
Available at various times throughout the week.
Varsity sports
Are you interested in proudly donning the Raven for one of our varsity teams or competitive clubs? Visit Go Ravens for more information.
Cheer on the Ravens
Join the conspiracy! BirdGang, our student spirit group, are the loudest and proudest student fans in the country. Follow @CURavens and @CUBirdGang to keep up with the action.
Ravens Sports Business Club
Established in 2017, the Ravens Sports Business Club (RSBC) allows students to gain real-world experience in the sports industry. Our members have worked on a range of projects including social media content curation, corporate partnerships, merchandise design and sales, game entertainment and student engagement.
Ravens in the Community
Our student-led varsity council includes the Anti-Racism Committee; Community Outreach Committee; and the Gender Equity/2SLGBTQIA+ Committee. These groups connect with communities, engage in social justice movements and raise funds for charities.
Join a team or watch a game
Varsity Teams
- Basketball (M/W)
- Fencing (M/W)
- Football (M)
- Golf (M/W)
- Hockey (M/W)
- Nordic Skiing (M/W)
- Rowing (M/W)
- Rugby (W)
- Soccer (M/W)
M=Men, W=Women
Competitive Clubs
- Artistic Swimming (W)
- Baseball (M)
- Cross-Country and Track and Field (M/W)
- Curling (M/W)
- Dance Pak (C)
- E-Sports (C)
- Equestrian (C)
- Figure Skating (C)
- Kendo (M/W)
- Lacrosse (M)
- Ringette (W)
- Rugby (M)
- Swimming (M/W)
- Ultimate (M/W)
- Water Polo (M/W)
- Wrestling (M/W)
M=Men, W=Women, C=Co-ed
Intramurals
- Basketball (M/W/C)
- Dodgeball (C)
- Flag Football (M/C)
- Ice Hockey (M/C)
- Soccer (M/C)
- Ultimate (C)
- Volleyball (C)
M=Men, W=Women, C=Co-ed