Britain’s most popular indoor racket sport, badminton, is a perfect introduction to racket sports for many.
The college badminton club meets twice a week, with drop-in sessions helping you to learn the sport, play games and meet new people. The session is fun and relaxed, with music and the opportunity to play badminton and work on your fitness in a safe environment.
There’s also an opportunity to join the college team, which participates in the AoC (Association of Colleges) Cup and other local college leagues. The team will work on skill development, tactical awareness, and fitness levels to play badminton. This is done through coaching and also support from other members of the team to allow everyone to develop and improve their game.
How can I join?
Badminton is open to any Chichester College student – just come along to one of the sessions and join in.
Training
The club meets twice a week in the Sports Centre:
Tuesdays: 4.30pm-6pm
Wednesdays: 1.15pm-2.15pm
These are fun, enrichment sessions for players of all abilities.
Find out more
To find out more, contact Nathan Warren (nathan.warren@chichester.ac.uk).
We run a successful Men’s under 19s Basketball Team in the Hampshire Schools and Colleges league.
Having regular fixtures this is an exciting way to represent the college in the fast paced game of Basketball.
Vision
Whether you are a seasoned veteran or new to basketball, we offer free coaching to students that build towards the team. We hope to build a competitive team that challenges to be the best team in Hampshire.
How can I join?
We have sports trials on Friday 9th September 11.30-1pm. Failing that pop along to training and meet Coach Rich.
Training
Thursdays 4.30-6.00pm and Monday morning 7.00-8.30am.
Matchdays
Thursdays 4.15pm
Contact
To find out more, contact Richard Lowe (richard.lowe@chichester.ac.uk)
Chichester College is committed to creating a safe, happy, disciplined learning environment where all players are given the opportunity to strive for excellence, with support from coaching staff, who set high standards.
Our philosophy is based around the new England D.N.A., incorporating the 4 corner model supporting development in technical, physical, social and psychological.
Chichester College wants to play an attractive brand of possession based football, therefore we recognise the need for all players to become skilled and confident technically, who are comfortable in possession, developing an understanding and desire to learn and love the game.
Our Academy Coaching Philosophy is based on the principles of football; these fundamental techniques are consistent across all playing styles and formations, giving our players the best chance to play in any team.
Worthing FC training programme
We also have a partnership with Worthing Football Club. This programme is a full-time football and education course which gives aspiring young players the opportunity to combine their academic studies with a comprehensive football training schedule.
Learn more about the Worthing FC Pathway
Vision
At Chichester College, we are immensely proud of our values and vision. In this team, we always act as one team with one vision:
1) Treat people well
We take care to be helpful, encouraging and considerate towards our teammates, colleagues, staff and our community.
2) Exceed expectations
We are dedicated to achieving progression by setting the highest standards and measuring our performance in critical areas.
3) Aim high; we never give up
We strive to be the absolute best we can be, and never give up without a fight.
4) Make it special
We are welcoming, friendly and good-humoured, adding flair where we can to make the college a great place to visit and a great place to learn.
How can I join?
Any Chichester College student can be part of the Football Academy. Our excellent coaching team of A and B licence coaches deliver sessions to cater for all abilities, from complete beginners to elite players. It is our aim to have a first team and development squad.
Training
The college team train twice weekly, on the football pitch at the front of the college.
Training times:
Mondays: 3.30pm – 4:30pm
Tuesdays: 9:15am – 10:15am
Matchdays
Matches are played Wednesday afternoons and our home pitch is the front field at Chichester College. We travel by minibus for all matches.
The team meet for away games at the Sports Centre.
Find out more
To find out more about playing football for Chichester College, contact:
David Daniel (david.daniel@chichester.ac.uk), or
Paul Hinshelwood (paul.hinshelwood@chichester.ac.uk), or
Follow us on Twitter:Â @ChiColFootball
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Chichester College Female Football Academy looks to develop all players based around the FA four corner model.
We have B licence coaches who will look to develop players’ technique and tactics around the principles of football. We look to develop players’ social and psychological skills as well as improving their physical side of the game.
Chichester College is committed to creating a safe, happy, disciplined learning environment where all players are given the opportunity to strive for excellence, with support from coaching staff, who set high standards.
How can I join?
Chichester College female football team provide many opportunities. Coaches working with the team aim to develop players of any ability. Players that wish to join for fun and development will be welcome.
Those wishing to compete at a higher level will have opportunities to compete at a regional and national level. There are also opportunities to trial for the national college team.
Training
Tuesdays 3.30-5.00pm
Fridays 1.30-2.30pm
Matchdays
Matches are played Wednesday afternoons and our home pitch is at Woodside Road, Worthing. We travel by minibus for all matches.
The team meet for away games at the Chichester College Sports Centre.
Find out more
To find out more about joining the female football academy at Chichester College, contact Emma Alexandre (emma.alexandre@chichester.ac.uk).
Follow us on Twitter:Â @ChiColFootball
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Netball is England’s biggest female team sport, with at least one million women estimated to be playing each week during the season.
We’re proud to have a thriving netball team, competing in the Sussex School League and Chichester Women’s League.
How can I join?
Students can come along to a trial in September. This will be advertised through the student union and the Instagram account.
Training
Training sessions will take place on weeks that there are no games, this will be communicated by the coach. You will have access to the fitness suite and be given a plan to develop your fitness levels.
Matchdays
Sussex School League matches are played on Wednesday afternoons, while the Chichester Women’s League fixtures are held on Thursday evenings from 7 pm.
Find out more
To find out more about playing netball at Chichester College, contact Nicola Holmes (nicola.holmes@chichester.ac.uk or 01243 786321 ext. 2321).
Please follow our Instagram account for live club updates:Â @netball_chichester_college
Joining a running group or club is a great way to commit to running regularly – and our group is open to runners of all standards, whether you’re starting out or have been running for years.
Our aim is to provide an opportunity for students to improve their cardiovascular fitness, prepare Public Services students for pre-entry fitness tests, select teams for college cross-country and other running events including indoor and outdoor athletics (throwing and jumping events included), and The Chichester Corporate Challenge.
How can I join?
Register using the college website sports clubs page or just turn up on any of our weekly training days.
Training
We meet on Wednesdays at the Sports Centre:
1.15-3.15pm
Find out more
To find out more, contact Wayne Hodkinson (wayne.hodkinson@chichester.ac.uk) or enquire the Sport and Public Services Office B307.
The Rugby Academy at Chichester College is proud to be an RFU (Rugby Football Union) Focus College.
The college, with the support of the RFU, is working to establish a robust rugby pathway through further education for players of all abilities. We are working alongside Hampshire and Sussex RFUs as well as regional academies, such as Harlequins and London Irish to provide excellent rugby experiences for students at Chichester.
The role of the Rugby Academy is to identify and develop talented young athletes from age 16 to 19 and engage them in a high-performance development programme. Players can become part of the academy through a variety of routes – the only essential criteria are that they are students of the Chichester College Group.
The academy is underpinned by the outstanding education available at Chichester College, thus providing the necessary structure for each player to reach their full potential. We provide our young players with an environment in which they can grow, express themselves both personally and professionally, and achieve their dream of becoming professional rugby players.
Academy Vision
How can I join?
Any Chichester College student can be part of the Rugby Academy. Our excellent coaching team deliver sessions to cater for all abilities, from complete beginners to seasoned elite players. It is our aim to have a first team and development squad for both male and female students.
Training
The rugby team train twice weekly, on the rugby pitch at the front of the Sports Centre.
Training Times:
Mondays: 3.30pm – 5pm
Tuesdays: 3.30pm – 5pm
Matchdays
Matches are played Wednesday afternoons and our home pitch is the fantastic AGP at Havant RFC, we travel by minibus for all matches. The team meet at 12.30pm at the Sports Centre.
Find out more
To find out more about playing rugby at Chichester College, contact Director of Rugby – Steve Woolcombe (steve.woolcombe@chichester.ac.uk).
or contact Mark Bonar (mark.bonar@chichester.ac.uk)
Follow us on Twitter:Â @ChiRugbyAcademy
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We are a newly established club but within our first year, we have won the regional tournament and went on to finish 5th in the national college’s competition.
Our club is inclusive of ability and gender and we look to enter mixed, men’s and women’s teams.
How can I join?
Students can come along to sessions starting in September, this will be advertised through the student union.
Training
Training will take place weekly under the guidance of our highly experienced and qualified coach.
Find out more
To find out more about the volleyball club, please contact nicola.holmes@chichester.ac.uk or call 01243 786321 ext. 2321.
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The Sports Centre at Chichester has a range of fantastic facilities, whatever sport you play.
Our facilities include a state of the art gym, three rock climbing walls, sports hall, astro turf, tennis courts, badminton and netball courts, rugby and grass football pitches and The Pavilion with bar and function rooms.
