Athletics
Athletics & Recreation
Play, Compete & Cheer
From cheering on nationally competitive NCAA Division I teams to joining club sports, intramurals, and outdoor adventures, Wildcats have countless ways to get involved – whether as fans, athletes, or active members of the campus community.
NCAA Sports
Arizona is home to 18 NCAA Division I teams, where student-athletes compete at the highest level while representing Wildcat pride on a national stage. From baseball and beach volleyball to gymnastics, swimming and diving, triathlon, and more, Wildcats compete year-round across a wide range of sports.
Football
Arizona Football brings tradition, intensity, and the spirit of Bear Down to every game.
Men’s Basketball
National Champions competing at the highest level in the Big 12.
Softball
Eight-time national champions, Arizona softball is one of the most successful programs in NCAA history.
Arizona Intercollegiate Athletics
Explore all competitive sports at the University of Arizona.
Campus Recreation
Find your community, challenge yourself, and stay active through fitness classes, club sports, outdoor adventures, and more.
Fitness
Dance, martial arts, self-defense, yoga, Pilates, spinning, private yoga and Pilates classes and personal training. More than 50 classes each week.
Intramural Sports
Men’s, women’s and co-ed teams play sports in a relaxed and friendly environment – volleyball, flag football, soccer, softball, ultimate Frisbee and more.
Outdoor Recreation
Go beyond campus with rented equipment and guided trips including adventures to Mount Lemmon, the Grand Canyon, and nearby national parks.
Aquatics
Through a variety of classes, programs and services, Aquatics focuses on fitness, health and safety, competition, and leisure. All done in an extraordinary Olympic-sized pool.
Challenge Program
Campus Recreation's state-of-the-art Challenge Program is a customized experience for your organization. Our staff work to develop programs that serve individual and group needs with specific goals in mind.
Club Sports
With about 30 clubs and close to 1000 participants varying from rugby to ballroom dance, clubs may represent the University in intercollegiate competition activities such as practice, instruction, social events and tournament play.
Adaptive Athletics
Adaptive Athletics at the University of Arizona is one of the premier collegiate adaptive sports programs in the world. Home to championship-winning teams, Olympians, elite coaching, and a culture of excellence, Arizona empowers student-athletes with disabilities to compete at the highest levels while pursuing their academic goals.
Men’s Wheelchair Basketball
A national championship program since 1974, competing at the highest collegiate level in national and international tournaments and hosting home events throughout the year.
Women’s Wheelchair Basketball
A top collegiate program with NWBA Championship wins, the team competes in elite national and international tournaments and brings exciting home events to the University of Arizona community.
Golf
Established in 2019, this pioneering collegiate program is the nation’s first, providing athletes with competitive opportunities and skill development in adaptive golf.
Para Swimming
The nation’s first collegiate para swimming program, Arizona Para Swimming trains and competes at an elite level, preparing student-athletes for national and international competition.
Tennis
Arizona adaptive tennis has a long tradition of excellence, developing national champions and Paralympians while providing opportunities for athletes of all competitive levels.
Track & Road Racing
Competing since 1997, U of A track and road racing athletes take on premier local and national events, including the Paralympics, combining rigorous road, track, and roller training.
Solo Recreation
Adventure is all around the University of Arizona. Students can join a variety of outdoor and recreation-focused clubs, including Arizona Cycling, Elevation Ski & Snowboard Club, Ramblers Hiking Club, and the Wildcat Running Club, to connect with others while exploring Tucson and beyond.
Cycling
Tucson offers a range of bike-friendly routes, including the Loop, a 131-mile path that circles the city, and scenic roads around Saguaro National Park.
Hiking
Popular hiking near campus includes Seven Falls at Sabino Canyon, forested paths atop Mount Lemmon, and Tanque Verde Falls and its incredible waterfall.
Mountain Biking
Tucson is home to the famous Fantasy Island Trail, Starr Pass, and the rugged trails of Tucson Mountain Park, perfect for mountain biking adventures of any difficulty.
Rock Climbing
Rock climbers can explore popular spots like Tanque Verde Canyon and Mount Lemmon’s wind-swept cliffs – including Finger Rock – for both challenging and beginner-friendly routes.
Skiing/Snowboarding
Nearby Ski Valley on Mount Lemmon offers a desert escape with downhill skiing and snowboarding for winter sports enthusiasts.
Wildcat Spirit
The Pride of Arizona
The Pride of Arizona, including the Sudler Trophy-winning marching band and striped shirt-wearing pep band, is one of the finest athletic band programs in the country.
ZonaZoo
One of the largest, and most spirited, student sections in the country. Membership in ZonaZoo offers students access to many sporting events.
