Student associations
If The Hague is completely new to you, perhaps you should consider joining a student association? It’ll be a great way to quickly get to know people and build up a network that will prove invaluable long after you’ve finished your master’s.
The value of student associations
There is a lot more to student associations than just partying with friends. Socialising, of course, plays an important role; but being a member of a student association is the key to quickly feeling at home in The Hague. Before you know it you’ll be meeting new people and making new friends, and student associations regularly organise conferences and seminars, with the participation of the local business community.
The Hague’s student associations
As a student city, The Hague is growing in stature and is gaining more and more student associations. If you’re not sure which one to join, take part in The HOP introduction week, during which you can drop by them all, talk to existing members and visit their parties.
Floorball: H.S.K. Floorball
Floorball is a fast-paced, highly dynamic team sport and one of the fastest growing sports in Europe.
Hockey: KZ STUDS, hockeyclub Klein Zwitserland
Klein Zwitserland, the only student hockey club in The Hague, would love to welcome new students. You can sign up individually or as a whole team, or come along for a trial session with no obligation.
Lacrosse: Den Haag Lacrosse
From absolute beginners to national competitions; students of all levels are welcome to play lacrosse and join in fun activities.
Rowing: H.S.R.V. Pelargos
A rowing association that also organises social activities such as get-togethers, parties and committees.
Rugby: The Hague Hornets
As well as sport, this student rugby team also offers fun social activities such as getting together for meals after training sessions.
Tennis: H.L.T.C. Leimonias
This tennis association offers low-cost student membership. You can play a friendly match, take lessons and play in competitions.
Ultimate Frisbee: Ultimus Prime (UP)
Ultimate Frisbee is a sport that requires athletic ability, tactical insight, self-control and team spirit. In addition to training sessions and competitions, the association organises get-togethers, parties and other social activities.
Football: H.V.V. Football Factory
This football association combines the competitive with the recreational, both on and off the pitch.
Volleyball: Sovicos Volleyball Association
This volleyball association offers a discounted student membership. In addition to indoor and beach volleyball training sessions and matches, Sovicos organises a variety of fun activities.
Sailing: Team Haagse Hogeschool
Haagse Hogeschool is one of the student teams that takes part in the 'Race of the Classics'. This is an annual sailing race in which student teams compete against each other on classic sailing ships.
Afro Student Association
Organises workshops, meetings and social events aimed at students with an African background.
Haagsch Studenten Schutters Korps 'Pro Libertate'
This association forms a bridge between student society and defence. It organises activities that combine fun with challenge and adventure.
Haagsche Studenten Vereeniging (HSV)
The oldest student association in The Hague, HSV organises a host of activities such as get-togethers, excursions and sports lessons.
H.G.S.V. Philautia
H.G.S.V. Philautia focuses on the LGBTQ+ community and organises social activities aimed at introducing students to their fellow students and the city.
H.S.C. INTAC van Zwijndregt
This social association organises all sorts of activities such as hockey tournaments, annual galas, sailing trips, winter sports and plenty of parties.
MENA Student Association
This association strives to represent the culture of the Middle East by promoting an inclusive vision of the region. MENA organises a range of social and cultural events throughout the year at which everyone is welcome.
Navigators Student Association Den Haag
This Christian student association has a focus on faith and organises activities with an emphasis on connection and learning.
Student Symphony Orchestra Valerius
The Hague Student Symphony Orchestra Valerius is the youngest orchestra in The Hague.
Tribez
Organises both substantive and social activities aimed at students with an African background and students who have an affinity with the continent of Africa.