Sports

Sports at Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi

At SUAD, sports plays a central role in student life and campus culture.

With more than 40 sports and wellness activities, modern facilities, inclusive programmes, competitive university teams, and access to major sporting events across the UAE, we offer an environment where every student can thrive, perform and grow.

Our Sports Department promotes well-being, inclusion, ambition and personal development — on and beyond the campus.

For more information on how to enrol and to learn about the sports options available, please contact the Sport Department at [email protected] or visit the facilities.

Key figures

40+

sports & wellness activities

100+

SUAD students in the UAE University League

6

dedicated sport facilities

1

diploma in Sports Management (CIES – FIFA)

Activities

SUAD offers a wide and evolving range of sports, fitness and wellness activities each semester. Programmes adapt based on student interest and participation. Whether you enjoy high-intensity training, team sports, martial arts, climbing, racket sports or mind–body practices, SUAD provides options for all levels.

As activity lists change every semester, students and staff are invited to contact: [email protected].

Our Sports Facilities

SUAD provides modern, fully equipped sport facilities supporting performance, training, leisure, and inclusion.

Our facilities include:

A Multi-Sports Hall
A Gym & Fitness Studio
An Indoor Climbing Wall
Outdoor Courts
Locker Rooms
Running & Training Areas

A virtual tour of the facilities is available.

Discover our facilities

Compete at SUAD

Each semester, SUAD organises selections for students wishing to represent the university in the UAE University League. Students not selected can participate in recreational training or Sport as an Option, and retake selections the following semester.

Teams

Volleyball — Men & Women
Basketball — Men & Women
Football — Men & Women
Judo — Competitive Pathway

Opportunities Beyond Campus

SUAD students take part in major sporting events across the UAE through volunteering missions, event operations roles and protocol assignments.

They also receive tickets and race bibs for national competitions, enabling them to attend or participate in prestigious events.

The department additionally organises sport retreats and well-being trips to foster leadership, resilience and personal growth.

Meet Our Sports Team

Our multidisciplinary team supports athletes, beginners and community members throughout the year. To get in touch, please send an email to [email protected].