MIT Joining a club sport infographic

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Thinking about joining a club sport?  Here are 7 reasons you should!  After interviewing dozens of participants, here are the main reasons they join.

  1. Structure – club sports make your time feel like it’s yours again by providing structure to your routine
  2. Instructors – practice under and learn from experienced teachers
  3. Stay in shape – club sports help you achieve your personal goals regardless of skill level
  4. Community – club sports provide support and camaraderie from an entire team network
  5. Intercollegiate competition – club sports provide you the opportunity to compete against other schools locally, regionally, and sometimes nationally
  6. Stress relief – club sports provide an outlet to relieve stress
  7. Pursuing a passion – club sports let you continue practicing your sport of choice or try a new one for the first time