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Wits Sport

We are dedicated to fostering a vibrant sporting culture that embraces students, staff, and alumni offering a variety of sporting disciplines. We strive to enrich the university experience through inclusive sport opportunities that promote teamwork, well-being, and community spirit.

Game On!

Wits Sport offers an exciting array of over 20 sporting codes for students to choose from, catering to all skill levels-from beginners to elite competitors.

Our diverse programs promote a culture of inclusivity, and personal growth, encouraging everyone to find their passion in sports.

OUTDOOR SPORT: Aquatics (Social Swimming, Learn to Swim, Water Polo, Swimming), Cricket, Football, Futsal, Hockey, Mountain Climbing/Bouldering, Netball, Orienteering, Rowing, Rugby, Rugby 7’s, Snow Skiing, Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee, Yacht.

INDOOR SPORT: Aerobics, Basketball, Boxing, Chess, Fencing, Gymnastics, Karate (JKA), Tai Chi & Yuishinkai Kobujutsu, Squash, Table Tennis, Tang Soo Do, Volleyball, E-Sports.

Wits Sport Clubs Wits Sport has over 20 active sports clubs, many of which participate in regular local, regional and national inter-varsity competition.
Apply for a Sports Bursary Applications for sports bursaries for the 2026 academic year, open on the 1st of April 2025 and close on the 30th of September 2025.
Book a Sporting Facility Registered members of university sports clubs may use our sports venues and facilities. These are also available for corporate functions and events.

Be a sport and donate to the Wits Sport Bursary Fund

The Wits Sport Bursary Fund is an opportunity for academically and sports-talented students to attend Wits University and contribute to South Africa’s pool of exceptional leaders, both in their sports terrains and society. Read more...

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