Active Sports Clubs
To learn more or join the club, reach out to the club convener.
Aikido Club
Convener – Aaditya Pillai
Faculty adviser – Becky Jestice
Based on the samurai tradition, modern Aikido is not strictly a martial art, but rather Japanese budo — a training and study method that applies the physical principles of the fighting arts toward the goals of peace, harmony, and self-improvement. An Aikido class is conducted in a friendly and supportive atmosphere, with gestures of courtesy and respect towards teachers and students that reflect Japanese culture and Samurai tradition.
The movements of Aikido focus on harmony between two people. The person has thrown or pinned studies being off-balance and helping their partner to learn. The person who applies the control or throw studies balance and focus. Each person practices both parts. Together, the two strive harmoniously to create the most beautiful technique. Aikido’s benefits include physical fitness, challenge without competition, self-protection, and a philosophy, tradition, discipline, and atmosphere that lift students beyond exercise and technique toward a life of greater harmony.
Boxing Club
Conveners – Armen Sargsyan
Boxing Club strives to train members in the skills necessary to effectively protect themselves and others against harmful persons and to provide a safe and welcoming community for people to learn kickboxing and boxing. We want community members to value their health and have the confidence and tools to be a positive force within our community. Our organization will also provide an atmosphere of positive encouragement to all those who wish to participate in this sport, or those who wish to learn more about self-defense. We will ensure a progressive and contemporary approach to promoting healthy living and safety through boxing and kickboxing. In addition, we encourage group members, as well as community members, to develop health and discipline as a method of facilitating a positive and growth-oriented lifestyle.
The Hunt Seat Equestrian Club
Conveners – Emerson Jakes and Alex Busse
Coach – Jordan Wilson
Faculty adviser – Thea Clarkberg
Website: earlham.edu/equestrian/hunt-seat-equestrian-team
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/earlhamequestrianteam
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/earlhamequestrian
The mission of the Hunt Seat Equestrian Team is to enable student riders from any skill level and economic background to compete in horse shows through the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA — Zone 7, Region 1). The Equestrian Team provides students interested in horses and riding an additional opportunity to ride and advance abilities in a competition setting. The Equestrian Team aims to ride at a competitive level with other institutions while also fostering a positive, supportive and fun dynamic among members and competitors. The Equestrian Team strives to maintain membership and grow in the future, increasing interest in horseback riding among the community as well as attracting prospective students.
Women’s Rugby Club
Convener –Edee Malley
Faculty adviser – TBD
Open to all eligible members of the Earlham College community, no prior rugby experience is necessary. Tryouts are held at the beginning of each semester, and practices are held multiple days a week. Rugby is becoming an increasingly popular sport in America, so come out and give it a try!
Ultimate Frisbee Club
Conveners – Doug Wagner and Peter Johnson
Faculty adviser – Seth Hopper
One of the most popular sports on campus, Ultimate Frisbee is a co-ed, non-contact sport that combines soccer, football, and basketball strategies–it revolves around catching and throwing a disc and, of course, having fun. The first rule in the official rules of Ultimate Frisbee is the “spirit of the game” clause. All players are expected to make their calls and play legally while respecting the rules and, most of all, having fun. The team travels to tournaments throughout the country.