Whether you’re keen to compete, train, play socially or simply try something new, La Trobe Sport offers a wide range of sport and active recreation opportunities across our Melbourne (Bundoora) and Bendigo campuses.
Students can explore everything from world‑class facilities and social competitions to elite pathways and community events. The best place to start is the Melbourne Campus Orientation – Welcome Festival on Wednesday 25 February, held at La Trobe Sports Park Stadium from 11.00am to 2.00pm. Visit the La Trobe Sport stall to meet the team, learn about sporting clubs and secure your on‑campus gym membership. Check your Orientation Planner for full details.
Below are six ways to get involved with sport and active recreation at La Trobe this year.
1. Train and play in world‑class facilities
Located on campus, La Trobe Sports Park is Australia’s first integrated sport, research and education precinct of its kind. Students have access to a range of state‑of‑the‑art facilities designed to support all levels of participation, including:
- Sports Park Stadium, featuring six multipurpose courts for basketball, netball, futsal and volleyball
- Sports Park Sporting Fields, catering for Australian Rules Football, Rugby Union, Football, Cricket and more
- The Sports Performance Hub
- The Home of the Matildas, supporting elite soccer programs
Whether you’re booking a casual game with friends or training seriously, La Trobe’s facilities are built to help you perform at your best.
👉 Explore La Trobe Sports Park
👉 Book a court today
👉 Learn about the Sports Performance Hub
2. Take advantage of exclusive student gym discounts
La Trobe Sport operates two gym facilities, located at the Melbourne (Bundoora) and Bendigo campuses.
To welcome new students, La Trobe Sport is offering a special Semester 1 Orientation discount, with students able to receive up to 50% off regular gym membership prices at both campuses.
This limited‑time offer is available until Sunday 22 March. Visit the La Trobe Indoor Sports Centre or Bendigo Sports Centre and speak with the reception team to secure great value access to on‑campus fitness facilities.
👉 View Melbourne Campus membership options
👉 View Bendigo Campus membership options
3. Join a La Trobe sporting club
With 25 affiliated sporting clubs across our campuses, there’s something for everyone—from social participation through to competitive pathways.
All clubs are student‑run and supported by La Trobe Sport, helping create strong communities that extend beyond the field or court. Joining a club is a great way to:
- Meet like‑minded students
- Build friendships
- Represent La Trobe
- Stay active throughout the year
4. Play social sport with La Trobe League
If you’re looking for competition without a long‑term commitment, La Trobe League offers social sport competitions throughout the year at both Melbourne and Bendigo campuses.
Open to students, staff and community members, La Trobe League takes care of fixtures, umpires and ladders—you can sign up as an individual or enter a team.
Participants are encouraged to join the La Trobe League Facebook group for the latest competition updates, fixtures and ladders.
👉 Sign up for a La Trobe League competition in Melbourne
👉 Sign up for a La Trobe League competition in Bendigo
5. Access exclusive sport partnerships and experiences
Through partnerships with leading sporting organisations, including Carlton Football Club and the Bendigo Spirit, La Trobe students and staff can access unique opportunities such as:
- Game‑day experiences
- Internship and industry pathways
- Mentoring opportunities
- Free or discounted tickets to selected matches
These partnerships provide a chance to connect your passion for sport with professional experience and real‑world networks.
👉 Learn more about our sport partnerships
6. Represent Team La Trobe
Students can represent Team La Trobe at intervarsity competitions such as UniSport Nationals and the University Basketball League, competing against universities from across Australia.
If community events are more your style, you can still get involved through on‑campus activities such as the Social Cycle at the Autumn Cycling Classic in April and the Team La Trobe Walk & Run in September. Follow La Trobe Sport on social media for updates and event announcements.
👉 Become an Eagle
👉 Participate in Team La Trobe community events
Stay connected in 2026
For updates on organised sport and high‑performance programs, follow La Trobe Sport on Facebook and Instagram.
If gym access and general active recreation are more your focus, connect with La Trobe Sport Active Recreation on Facebook and Instagram.
You can also meet the La Trobe Sport team during Orientation at the following events:
Monday 23 February
- Welcome Monday (Agora, Melbourne Campus) | 10.15am–12.30pm
- Bendigo Welcome Event & Inter Meet & Greet (Bendigo Campus) | 11.00am–2.00pm and 2.00pm–3.00pm
- SAHHS Course Meet & Greet (Western Lecture Theatre, Melbourne Campus) | 11.00am–12.30pm
Tuesday 24 February
- Welcome Tuesday (Agora, Melbourne Campus) | 11.00am–2.00pm
Wednesday 25 February
- Melbourne Campus Orientation – Welcome Festival (La Trobe Sports Park Stadium) | 11.00am–2.00pm
Friday 27 February
- Wet & Wild Friday (Indoor Sports Centre, Melbourne Campus) | 10.00am–3.00pm