Sports

Tactical Briefing

Decoding artifacts and maps can get a little exhausting—what better way to blow off some steam than with a good workout! At INSA, sports are super important, but there’s something for everyone in the various options. From traditional PE classes to keep things low-key to the SHN track for serious competition, you’ll be spoiled for choice. In between, you can start or continue a sport that’s close to your heart or that piques your curiosity, either as a recreational activity or in competition (competition instead of PE). In any case, it’ll be a welcome break from your class weeks, always with top-notch coaches! And just to make sure it’s clear, we’ll break it all down for you.

🏁 Tactical Guide: Optional Tracks & Required Curriculum

🏋️ Gyms, Weight Training & Open Practice

Unsupervised Activities

This section is for those who already play a sport (in a club, for example) and want to participate in university competitions. You can always ask if your sport isn’t listed (provided it’s recognized by the FFSU). For example, you can find wrestling or ultimate frisbee in the student sports association (AS). It’s best to contact the Sports Center directly, as the availability of certain sports depends on demand. However, this does not replace PE classes (sorry). Note: Don’t worry—you can still participate in university competitions as part of unsupervised sports.

Sports covered by the FFSU

Canoeing

Orienteering

Cycling

Fencing

The Gym

If you’re into sports, you can hit the weights on campus! There are two gyms you can go to : The AS gym is open to the public during certain time slots for those with an AS “competition” or “recreational” membership; with an AS “competition” membership, you’ll also have reserved time slots (which are more or less mandatory). The equipment isn’t amazing, but there’s more than enough to train seriously and make progress! [Note: You can get an AS “recreational” weightlifting membership to gain access if you’re not part of the AS! It’s definitely worth it since you’re right there. (And it’s not expensive)] There’s a second gym that isn’t run by the AS (but by the UFRAPS at Lyon 1); it’s located in the same building as the AS one. The main difference is the equipment—you don’t have the same machines (and honestly, they’re better quality). If you want to go there, you don’t need to be in the AS; you can access it for an annual fee (September–June) of €120.

UFRAPS Lyon 1 Annual membership fee

120 €

🧭 The Orienteering Compass

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