Sport and culture

Fancy burning off some calories after a day’s studying? Or perhaps you’d prefer to spend your evenings on the stage? Either way, the good news is that Leiden and The Hague also have plenty to offer in the areas of sport and culture.

Modern sports centre

If you’re looking to work up a sweat, the University Sports Centre (USC) is the place to be. The USC offers over 55 sports and group lessons at low rates, including tennis, boxing, yoga, swimming, and dance. Team sports like basketball and football are also available. Check the USC website for a full list of sports. A USC membership grants access to three locations in Leiden and The Hague and various swimming facilities in both cities.

Student sports associations

In Leiden and The Hague you’ll find sports club for practically every sport you could think of. With Thor for hockey, Njord and Pelargos for rowing, and so many more besides, you’ll be spoiled for choice. These clubs also organise parties, sports weekends, social drinks and many other fun activities. And there are many more sport associations to discover.

Cultural associations

There are also several student associations covering the different culture area. Many students and student associations run their own drama groups, for example. But you can also join an independent student drama group called Cuculum. Prefer to sing in a student choir or play in a student orchestra? No problem, there are music associations such as Collegium Musicum and Muziek Academy. And if invigorating discussions about culture are more your thing, then the cultural student association A.S.V. Prometheus or Lunastrum, the Hague Debating Society will definitely hit the spot for you.