Intramural sports

Opposing team members run for the ball during an outdoor intramural soccer game.

The glory days have just begun

  • The beauty of team sports is the opportunity to share a moment. The comeback, the game-tying goal, the big save, and, the best moment of all, the championship win!

    You may have experienced these moments growing up, but now high school's over, your teammates have all moved on to different things, and the glory days may have passed you by... Or have the glory days just begun?

    Sign up your team in Intramural Sports today, and start creating new connections and moments you'll remember for the rest of your life!

  • Three young adults playing a casual game of hockey.

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Eligibility requirements

University of Manitoba (UM) Students: All currently enrolled UM students who have paid the Sport and Recreation Fee with their tuition are eligible to participate in intramural sports.


UM Staff and Faculty: Active staff and faculty of the University of Manitoba who hold a Sport and Recreation Center membership are also eligible to participate in intramural sports.

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Sports offered

Soccer Gather your team, showcase your footwork, and compete on the soccer field in a fast-paced game of skill and strategy.
Basketball Exclusive to Open Division. Take to the court and demonstrate your basketball skills in either the Competitive or Recreational league. The Competitive league is for teams looking for a higher level of play, while the Recreational league offers a more relaxed and casual experience.
Volleyball Exclusive to Mixed Division. Bump, set, and spike your way through thrilling matches on the volleyball court. Volleyball is open to all students, faculty, and staff members in the Mixed division, and skill level separation is implemented for playoffs to ensure fair competition.
Ice Hockey Experience the thrill of gliding on ice as you compete in the exhilarating game of ice hockey, showcasing your skating skills and teamwork.
Cricket Exclusive to Open Division. Pick up your bat, take the pitch, and experience the excitement of Cricket like never before! Join in a team and show off your skills or develop new ones.

Innertube Water Polo

 Exclusive to Mixed Division. Join a team and take the plunge into Innertube Water Polo! Swim, float, and score in exciting, fast-paced games in the pool!

Don't see the sport you're looking for? Send us an email, and we'll create a new league if there's enough interest.

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League categories

Open league

The Open Division welcomes teams consisting of any combination of male and/or female students, faculty, and staff members who meet the specific eligibility requirements of intramural play. It offers a diverse and inclusive environment for participants.

Mixed league

The Mixed Division requires teams to always have a minimum of 2 female players on the field. It is open to all students, faculty, and staff members who meet the specific eligibility requirements of intramural play. This division promotes gender inclusivity and equal participation.

Competitive league

The Competitive Division is a place where you challenge yourself and elevate your skills in a spirited environment. From exhilarating matchups to the camaraderie that comes with shared goals, this league offers a platform for players of varying skill levels to come together, push their boundaries, and create lasting memories while having an absolute blast.

Recreational league

The Recreational league is all about having fun, fostering friendships, and embracing the sheer joy of the sport. With a relaxed and inclusive atmosphere, players of all skill levels can participate, learn, and grow at their own pace.

Intramural registration

Fall 2023 registration information.

We accept registrations on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Registration dates

Team Captain registration opens on September 1. Player and Free Agent open on September 22.

Sports

Sport Day of the week Time
Soccer Mon, Tues, Wed 2:45 p.m.-4:45 p.m.
Basketball Tues & Wed 7 p.m.-11 p.m.
Volleyball Mon, Tues, Wed 7 p.m.-11 p.m.
Ice Hockey Mon & Wed, Tues & Thurs 7:15 p.m.-12 p.m.
Cricket Sat & Sun 7:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m.
Innertube Water Polo Wednesday 7:45 p.m.-9:45 p.m.
*Because the team captain pays the default deposit, their individual player fee is waived.

How to register online – Team Captains

  1. Claim your account in the Sport and Recreation registration system (watch this tutorial video for instructions on how to claim your account).
  2. Find 'Intramural Sports & Clubs' and register under 'Intramurals'
    • Scroll down to the sport you want to reserve a spot for. Availability is first-come, first-serve.
    • Click "add to cart" and proceed to check out.
  3. Pay for the deposit, and the Intramural Coordinator will follow up with more information on how to proceed.

How to register online – Players and free agents

To register for Intramurals, students must first complete the following:

  1. Complete their waiver on Aurora
  2. Be enrolled in courses for the summer term or have an active student gym membership.

Once this is complete, students can register online by following these steps:

  1. Claim your account in the Sport and Recreation registration system. 
  2. Register for your team online by find your team and clicking 'add to cart'
  • If you do not have a team you can register for the 'Free Agent Team' under your desired sport. 
  • Once paid and registered you will receive a "coupon code" from your sports Supervisor that will allow you to join your team on IM Leagues.

IM Leagues - Registration Instructions

  1. Login or register your account on IMLeagues.com using your UM email address. 
  2. Find your sport, league and your team.
  3. Click ‘Join Team’.
  4. Follow prompts.
  5. Under ‘Join Team Payment’ – enter in coupon code that you received from your sports Supervisor.
  6. Your teams captain will then have to accept your request to join team.

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Contact us

Recreation Services
Active Living Centre
430 University Crescent
University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus)
Winnipeg MB R3T 2N2 Canada
Phone: 204.474.6100

matthew.gerardy@umanitoba.ca
204-474-6621

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