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Student Experience
Campus Experience
Athletics and Recreation

Athletics and Recreation

Exercising mind and body

engage with athletics at Mount Holyoke. In addition to our 13 NCAA Division III varsity teams, you can join our club sport program and explore plenty of options to get your body moving. Our gorgeous campus features a robust trail system, and our Equestrian Center welcomes all levels of riders. All of these choices foster the barrier-breaking mindset, teamwork and leadership that are central to life at Mount Holyoke.

Mount Holyoke’s nickname, the Lyons, is a tribute to the College’s founder, Mary Lyon.

Athletics at every level

Whether you’re a varsity athlete or you’re looking to stay fit and wanting to pick up a new hobby, Mount Holyoke offers a program for you.

The MHC field hockey team celebrate a goal

Varsity sports

Mount Holyoke participates in NCAA Division III,the New England Women’s and Men’s Athletic Conference (NEWMAC), the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) and the College Squash Association (CSA).

Members of the Mount Holyoke Club Ice Hockey Team

Competitive club sports

Our club teams include ice hockey, rugby, ultimate frisbee and more. Club teams practice on a regular basis and compete against other area colleges.

Recreational activities

From walking trails and martial arts to dance and yoga, you’ll find a variety of activities to inspire a lifetime of health, fitness and fun.

An MHC volleyball player spiking the ball

The Student athlete experience

The Athletics Department partners with the Office of Student Involvement to support over 300 student athletes in both varsity and club sports.

The friendships and connections you’ll create as a student athlete — with teammates, coaches and staff — will stay with you for life, helping you shape your impact on the world beyond the athletic field.

Campus trails

Several miles of trails on campus provide the community with recreation and learning opportunities.

Explore the campus trails

Athletic facilities

The Kendall Sports & Dance Complex is the central home for athletics on campus, featuring a pool; tennis, basketball and volleyball courts; strength and fitness equipment and more.

Learn more about our athletic facilities

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