Support Club Sports
The Club Sports program would not be the same without the continued support of donations by alumni and the friends/family of our athletes.
Contact Us
Monday - Fridays 10am-5pm
Contact:
Garrett Schmidt
Assistant Director of Competitive Sports & Aquatics
Sports Center, Room G-03 on a map
Recreational Sports & Fitness 4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW Washington, DC 20016 United StatesThe Club Sports program is sponsored by the Department of Athletics & Recreation. Each club is formed, developed, governed, and administered by the student membership of that particular club working in conjunction with the Club Sports office. The key to success with this program is student leadership, interest, participation, and involvement. Club Sports are governed by the rules and regulations established for all recognized student organizations of the American campus and by those established by the Department of Athletics & Recreation.
Who can play?
Any current AU student can participate in a club sport.
How can I join?
First step is to reach out to the appropriate club contact for more information. Some teams have tryouts, while others require no prior experience.
For more information about the Clubs Sports program, check out the FAQs.
Important Links and Documents
Club Sports Offered
American University Club Basektball was founded in 2011 and competes in the National Club Basketball Association within the Mid-Atlantic West Division.
Tryouts are scheduled in the fall semester, be sure to reach out for dates and information.
Email: aueaglesclubbasketball@gmail.com
Instagram: au_mcb
League Page: NCBBA Mid-Atlantic West
Basketball - Women's
The Women's Club Basketball team is new for the 2024-2025 school year.
They compete in the National Club Basketball Association within the Mid-Atlantic South Conference.
Email: auclubwomensbasketball@gmail.com
Instagram: @au_wcb
American University's Club Baseball team was recognized as a club team in 2010. The team competes in the National Club Baseball Association's Division II, District III North with Georgetown, Howard, Maryland, Loyola – Maryland, and Mount St.Mary’s. Whether you were captain of your high school team or just want to throw the ball around, you are welcome to join the team. Practices and exhibition games start in the fall and the regular season begins in the spring. During March and April we play three games every weekend. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions.
Instagram: americanu_club_baseball
Email: Club President
Climbing
AU Club Climbing and Bouldering is a group of students who enjoy being outside and pushing their limits. From bouldering to lead climbing, indoor to outdoor, we do as much of the sport as possible. The club has access to gyms and crags in the greater DC area. If you're interested in continuing to climb, competing, or learning the ropes, come check us out or shoot us an email! All experience levels are welcome.
Email: auclimbs@gmail.com
Instagram: auclubclimbing
American University Rowing is a highly competitive organization that races at the varsity level, despite only being a club sport. Individuals with no prior experience however, have the opportunity to learn and race at a Novice level before rising to varsity-level competition. Rowing is a demanding sport that requires a great deal of work and dedication. There is a men's and women's program. AU Crew participates in regattas throughout the school year traveling often to Pennsylvania and Virginia. Rowing is a great sport to pick up in college and develops great athletic, organizing and social skills for the future.
Email: americancrew@gmail.com
Website: aurowing.com
Instagram: aurowing
eSports
American University Esports is a student-led organization united by a shared passion for gaming. Our mission is to foster teamwork and sportsmanship, while also helping students grow their skills in both in and out of the game. Since our founding in Fall 2022, we've been building stronger teams eager to make their mark in the collegiate Esports scene. We currently compete in the ECAC Esports League, which offers a variety of different games for college students to compete in. Games include: Overwatch 2, Valorant, League of Legens, Fortnite, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, NBA 2K, Street Fighter 6, Counter Strike 2, and many more. Feel free to contact us if you want to see the full list of games we offer!
Email: americanuesports@gmail.com
Instagram: americanuesports
Discord: Link
The American University Equestrian Team was founded in the fall of 2003 and has seen continuous growth since then. It is a club sport, encouraging riders of all levels and backgrounds to join. The team rides hunt seat (English) and competes in the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association, where riders have qualified for zone, regional and national level shows. The team trains under the direction of Astrid Dalley through a weekly lesson program and competes in 4-6 shows each semester. New members are welcomed every semester.
Email: aueqteam@gmail.com
Website: http://aueqteam.weebly.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/auequestrianteam/
Instagram: @aueqteam
Field Hockey
AUCFH was founded in the fall of 2007. We practice once or twice a week with our dedicated E-board composed of 7 upperclassmen. The team competes against other college club teams in the DMV area as part of the National Field Hockey League. AUCFH plays in a minimum of 7 weekend games during the fall competitive season, and the spring semester is more tournament-based. This past spring of 2023, the team qualified to the NFHL national tournament in VA Beach, which brought teams from all over the country together to compete for the championship title. The team is composed of all types of players - males and females, undergrads and grads, beginners and experts, and international players. Don’t hesitate to reach out via email!
Email: auclubfh@gmail.com
Instagram: @auclubfh
Website: Link
The American University Club Golf program is returning to campus for the Fall 2023 semester.
The AU Golf Club is a co-ed competitive team that plans on competiting in the National Collegiate Club Golf Association (NCCGA).
Please reach out for additional information!
Email: Team President
Instagram: @aueaglesgolf
Gymnastics
AU Club Gymnastics is an active student-run team of former JO, XCEL, and JOGA-level gymnasts continuing their passion for gymnastics while in college. We compete at NAIGC-sanctioned events across the Mid-Atlantic region during the spring semester. Previous competitive gymnastics or tumbling experience is preferred but not required.
Email: augymnastics@gmail.com
Instagram: @auclubgymnastics
Website: https://augymnastics.weebly.com/
The American University Ice Hockey team was founded in 1997, and currently play in the ACCHL Division III Conference of AAU College Hockey. Open to all genders who are either full time undergraduate or graduate students. We are always looking for new players passionate about ice hockey, regardless of skill or playing experience. The Ice Hockey Team is committed to playing competitive ice hockey and building a strong relationship with the AU community.
Email: aumenshockey@gmail.com
Website: Link
Instagram: @auicehockey
Lacrosse - Women's
American University Club Lacrosse competes in the Women's Collegiate Club Lacrosse (WCCL) league.
The program ranked #17 overall in the WCCL at the conclusion of the 22-23 season.
Email: auwomensclublacrosse@gmail.com
Istagram: @auclublax
The American University Rugby Football Club competes within USA Rugby and several regional tournaments.
In the Spring of 2023 they celebrated winning the Cherry Blossom Tournament hosted by the Washington Rugby Football Club.
Please contact us for more information.
Email: americanuniversityrugby@gmail.com
Instagram: @americanuniversityrugby
Rugby - Women's
The American University Women's Rugby Football Club was founded in 1996 and competes as part of the USA Rugby Football Union, AUWRFC is a D2 member of the local Potomac Rugby Union (PRU) within the territorial Mid Atlantic Rugby Football Union (MARFU).
Most of our players have no previous experience when they start playing for us, but they quickly become addicted to the fast-pace and strong teamwork aspect of the game. We practice 3 times a week (but we understand that there are often conflicts with classes) and play in games on Saturdays. If you are looking for a great way to meet new friends and blow off some steam, you should most definitely come out this season!
Email: auwomensrugbypresident@gmail.com
Website: https://auwrfcprchair.wixsite.com/auwrfc/home
Instagram: @auwomensrugby
Facebook: "American University Womens Rugby"
The American University Sailing Club is a competitive, intercollegiate, student-run team established in 2005. We are members of the Mid-Atlantic Intercollegiate Sailing Association, which allows us to participate in regional events and also qualify for national regattas. We gather for our love of sailing, competition and fun. We have events for sailors with all levels of skill. We welcome any sailor, regardless of experience, to practice with the team. We accept new sailors ever semester. Send us an e-mail or come check us out!
Email: clubsailingau@gmail.com
Instagram: @auclubsailing
Facebook: "American University Club Sailing Team"
Ski and Snowboard
The Ski and Snoboard club was founded in 2022 and competes in the United States Collegiate Ski and Snowboard Association in the Allegheny Conference.
Please reach out for any other information.
Email: Team President
The American University Football Club team was founded in 2008 and competes in the NIRSA Region 1 Club Soccer League.
Open tryouts are held each fall during the first week of classes. The NIRSA competitive season concludes by October, however, the program seeks to compete in tournament each spring.
Please contact us for more information.
Email: americanclubsoccer@gmail.com
Instagram: @aumensclubsoccer
Soccer - Women's
American University Women's Club Soccer competes in the NIRSA Region 1 League.
Open tryouts are held the first week of classes each fall, be sure to contact us for tryout date and times.
AU Women's Club Soccer is a highly competitive, close knit team of American University students. Our primary season is during the fall semester, but we are an active club all year round, practicing and playing regular friendlies throughout the Spring semester as well. We typically play 7-10 games per season. We seek to create a free-spirited environment for women to play soccer at a high level, expand their skills, and meet new friends.
Email: auclubsoccer@gmail.com
Instagram: @auwomenclubsoccer
The American University Swim Club is the largest club sport on campus with some of the most dedicated and fun people. We recently won the award for 2023 College Club Swimming (CCS) Team of the Year for our unmatched team spirit and love for the sport. We offer different levels of involvement for our swimmers, giving the option to compete at meets, like the CCS Regionals and Nationals meets, or simply use practices to unwind after stressful days. We do require one practice a week but love to see people even more often! We believe our swimmers should be able to choose their own adventures and determine how much they want to swim each day. We have a rotating coaching schedule to give swimmers variety in their weekly swims. We highly value team bonding and host many events and fundraisers throughout the year. We encourage all to try out at the beginning of each semester! Be sure to check out our Instagram and website for more information!
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/auclubswim/
Website: https://auclubswim.wixsite.com/aucs
Email: auclubswim@gmail.com
Taekwondo
The AU Taekwondo Club practices three times per week under the WTF style of Taekwondo in both poomsaw (forms) and sparring. We complete in ACAT (Atlantic Collegiate Alliance of Taekwondo) and ECTC (Eastern Collegiate Taekwondo Conference).
Please contact us for more information!
Email: autaekwondo@gmail.com
Instagram: @americanu_tkd_club
American University Club Tennis is a student run organization founded in 2008 and competes as a member of the USTA Mid-Atlantic League.
The program representated American University at the USTA Tennis On Campus National Championship in 2022 and 2023.
Open tryout are held at the beginning of the fall semester. Please contact us for additional information.
Email: auclubtennis@gmail.com
Instagram: @auclubtennis
Ultimate Frisbee - Men's
The American University Men's Ultimate Frisbee team competes under the team name Stall 11 and was founded in 1997.
They compete within the USA Ultimate College Series in the Colonial Conference.
The program is comprised of both a developmental team and competitive team with competition opportunities year-round, though their copmpetitive season occurs during the Spring semester.
Please reach out for more information!
Email: austall11@gmail.com
Instagram: @austall11
The American University Women's Ultimate Frisbee team competes under the team name Dirty Ladies and was founded in 2002.
They compete within the USA Ultimate College Series in the Colonial Conference.
The program is comprised of both a developmental team and competitive team with competition opportunities year-round, though their copmpetitive season occurs during the Spring semester.
Please reach out for more information!
Email: audirtyladies@gmail.com
Instagram: @audirtyladies
Volleyball - Men's
American University Men's Club Volleyball competes in the National Collegiate Volleyball Federation.
Open tryouts are held each semester, interested players are encouraged to reach out for specific dates and additional information.
Accomplishments:
3rd Place: Gold Flight Men's DIIAA 2023 at NCVF Nationals
Email: aumensclubvolleyball@gmail.com
Instagram: @aumensvolleyball
The American University Women's Volleyball Club was founded in 2007 and competes in the National Collegiate Volleyball Federation
The club competes year-round and holds open tryouts each semester.
Interested players are encouraged to reach out for important dates and information.
Accomplishments:
1st Place: Women's DII Silver Flight Consolations - 2023 NCVF Nationals
Email: auclubvolleyball@gmail.com
Instagram: @auclubvolleyball
Wrestling
American University Wrestling Club was founded in 2022 and competes in the National Collegiate Wrestling Association.
Club Wrestling is co-ed and practices in the Jacobs Fitness Center.
Please contact us for additional information.
Email: Team President
American University Club Cross Country and Track and Field was founded in 2015. Club XCTF is a member of the National Intercollegiate Running Club Association (NIRCA). We compete in NIRCA-sanctioned cross country and track meets in the Mid-Atlantic region and road races in the DC area. We welcome competitive and non-competitive runners of all abilities. Please contact our club through the email below, or visit our website for more information.
Email: americanxctf@gmail.com
Instagram: @auclubxctf