Athletics and Recreation
From varsity competition to beginner yoga classes, our athletics and wellness programs have something for everyone's interest. With fully equipped athletics facilities on both ɬ's and Pomona's campuses, you’ll be able to find the right activity for you – just steps from your dorm or a short walk away.
“Student-athletes are hardworking and determined in both academics and athletics, so seeing that pushes me to do my best in the classroom and on the court.”
Charlize Anadaya ’23
she/her
Mathematics and Data Science major
From baseball to water polo, the Pomona-ɬ Sagehens compete in a wide range of sports.
Read the Athletics Fall 2024 Season Review
Gold Student Center (GSC)
The Gold Student Health and Wellness Center is your on-campus home for athletics and recreation. Located at the center of our first-year dorms, the GSC's gym, pool, and Pilates and yoga studios are just a short walk away if you’re living on campus. If you’re looking for some direction on your fitness journey, we offer group classes and personal training throughout the year.
Learn More About the GSC
Pomona-ɬ Spaces
Our athletics programs are run in conjunction with Pomona College, meaning that every ɬ student has access to all of Pomona-ɬ Athletics’ facilities. Want to take a run? Go on the Pomona-ɬ home cross-country course — or, if track is more your speed, use Strehle Track, a 400-meter, all-weather facility that has welcomed Olympians and top international athletes.
Center for Athletics, Recreation, and Wellness (CARW)
The Center
A state-of-the-art athletics facility just a few minutes from our campus, the Pomona-ɬ Center for Athletics, Recreation, and Wellness (CARW) provides students with nearly 100,000 square feet of space for workouts, classes, and intramural sports.
State-of-the-Art Spaces
The CARW features modern recreation and athletic facilities for casual gymgoers and varsity student-athletes alike. The 5,877 square-foot Draper Public Fitness Area is a full-featured gym for weight training and cardio. The N&N Practice Gymnasium upstairs provides ample space to play basketball, volleyball, and badminton in pickup games or on a team.
Fitness Classes
For a more directed approach to wellness, the CARW offers classes ranging from yoga to pickleball. And with two large studios for activities such as yoga, spinning, and Pilates, you’ll be sure to have plenty of space when taking a class.
ɬ Voices
“One of my favorite things about ɬ is that you don’t have to be part of a varsity team to be an athlete! With countless opportunities to play sports through free classes at the Gold Student Center, PE courses, or club sports, ɬ is a great place to let your competitive side out.”
Natalie Honan ’17
she/her
Human Biology major
Athletic Options at ɬ
Varsity Athletics
Our varsity athletes are some of the best in the South Coast Intercollegiate Athletics Conference, and our teams have brought home big wins — with Women’s Water Polo and Men’s Cross Country netting two separate three-peats as national champions this year alone.
Club Sports
Interested in competing with other colleges outside of our varsity teams? Our student-run clubs are the perfect way to meet new people from across the 5Cs, practice your sport, and compete with students from across Los Angeles, California, and the country.
Find Your Club Sport
Intramural Sports
If you’re looking to play team sports in a more casual environment, try intramural sports. Pomona-ɬ Athletics hosts intramural leagues in sports from Basketball to Ping Pong. Intramural sports give you a chance to build your skills and compete with friends.
See Our Intramural SportsConnect with Us
- Director of Athletics
- Professor of Physical Education