Sports at UCLy

Sports participation is strongly encouraged at UCLy. Every student, whatever their level (from beginners to competitors) is invited to join one of the 20 sports offered by the university.

A sporting association for the benefit of the students

A.S. UCLy is a student sport association (registered as a non-profit organisation under the law of 1901) managed by the Bureau des Sports (BDS) and run by students, 2 qualified sports instructors, and a team of 15 external contributors.

The association enables all students from UCLy, and partner schools, to participate in a sporting activity in a university setting bringing together nearly 700 students each year to practice the sports of their choice.

It creates a space where a diverse student body can participate in common activities

Some twenty sports activities are offered throughout the year at UCLy for all levels: leisure, regional or inter-regional university championships, national or even international competitions ans events, etc.



Would you like to get involved in the Sports Office?

Join the team by contacting the coordinator Guillaume Rameil: bds@univ-catholyon.fr

Office hours: Monday 12h-13h, Tuesday and Thursday 12h-14h

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Sports offered at the Catholic University of Lyon:

TEAM SPORTS:

  • Volleyball
  • Basketball
  • Football (soccer)
  • Handball
  • Rugby

INDIVIDUAL SPORTS:

  • Strength Training, CrossFit
  • Abs and Buttocks Training
  • Zumba
  • Judo
  • Badminton
  • Climbing
  • Taekwondo
  • Mountain biking
  • Yoga
  • And More!

Sport is a key part of student life at UCLy and a unique opportunity for international students.
Through sports activities, you can quickly feel part of the university community, practise French in an informal setting, and enjoy a healthy balance alongside your academic studies.

The 400 m² sports hall on the Saint-Paul campus offers a variety of activities (from CrossFit and Zumba to general strength training). It provides an ideal space for students to pursue fitness goals or simply relieve daily stress.

Our teams and instructors welcome students from all over the world, regardless of level or previous experience.

Contact us

AS UCLy Sports Office
Campus Saint-Paul - Building A, level 610 Place des Archives - 69002 Lyon

04 72 35 50 69
bds@univ-catholyon.fr



F Sport U CRSU (Regional Committee for University Sport)

The Regional University Sports Committee organizes sports competitions for students of universities and higher education institutions. 

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