The sports and recreation section at Qatar University, aims at providing quality sports, modern facilities and recreational programs for a diversified student population that foster physical wellness as well as sense of belonging and pride in the university.
The sports and recreational activities are diversified on and off-campus. Through the assistance of our staff, Qatar University community including students, staff, faculty and alumni are offered a wide range of opportunities for competitive and recreational sports.
Throughout the year students are given the opportunities to compete as colleges' teams or with teams of other universities or community as a whole. Those programs are designed to provide a team oriented atmosphere and leadership opportunities for all participants. The section provides instructional classes in swimming, Yoga, first aid and other classes that interest our students. Moreover, students might benefit from certified workshops or training sessions in variety of fields including but not limited to swimming, diving, and body building.
Intramural Sports Program consists of organized leagues, tournaments and special events for women and men in a variety of sports and events each semester. Staff is involved in the management of three Sports facilities consists of an Aquatic Complex, Stadium, Females Sports facility that contains a Gymnasium and hosts a wide range of games and activities. The Aquatic Complex has a variety of training options including cardiovascular machines, free weights, and weight machines.
The usage of those facilities is not restricted to University community since Alumni and their families are provided with the opportunity to use the water complex in return of nominal annual fee. Moreover, many governmental and non-governmental institutions i.e. Lakhwiya, sports clubs, and some schools benefit from sports facilities.