Extracurriculars at Hudson College

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Hudson College EXTRACURRICULARS

Hudson College’s extracurricular offerings are diverse, featuring both competitive and recreational sports as well as a wide array of clubs and programs. Students benefit from enriching experiences like trips to Muskoka and international destinations. Community feedback highlights the engagement and support found within these activities, noting the dedication and accessibility of the teaching faculty.

Insider community voices

Facts and analysis

SPORTS AND ATHLETICS

Sports at Hudson College are diverse and provide a balance of competitive and recreational options.

For comparison, other Canadian schools we cover typically offer around 7 competitive sports and 8 recreational sport options.

Competitive offered

Recreational offered

Signature sport

Uncommon sport

Archery
Badminton
Baseball
Basketball
Canoeing/Kayaking
Cricket
Cross-country skiing
Curling
Cycling
Downhill skiing
Equestrian
Fencing
Field Hockey
Figure Skating
Football
Golf
Gymnastics
Ice Hockey
Ice Skating
Lacrosse
Martial Arts
Mountain biking
Racquet Ball
Rowing
Rugby
Running
Sailing
Skateboarding
Snowboarding
Soccer
Softball
Squash
Swimming
Tennis
Track & Field
Ultimate
Volleyball
Weightlifting
Wrestling

Why it matters

Beyond promoting physical fitness, school athletics teach life skills like discipline, teamwork, and resilience. A greater variety of sports creates more opportunities for students to develop these skills while building peer connections and a sense of belonging. While competitive sports encourage student-athletes to strive for excellence, recreational sports foster inclusion, exploration, and enjoyment.

CLUBS AND PROGRAMS

Hudson College offers a highly diverse array of extracurricular clubs and programs.

Other schools we review usually provide about 14 clubs and programs.

Clubs offered

Clubs not offered

Signature program

all clubs and programs]

Animation

Art Club

Astronomy Club

Audiovisual Club

Ballet and Classical Ballet

Band

Chess Club

Choir

Community Service

Computer Club

Dance Club

Debate Club

Drama Club

Environmental Club

Foreign Language Club

Habitat for Humanity

Jazz Ensemble

Math Club

Musical theatre/Opera

Online Magazine

Outdoor Club

Outdoor Education

Paintball

Photography

Poetry/Literature club

Radio club

Robotics club

Round Square

School newspaper

Science Club

Scouting

Student Council

Yearbook

Yoga

Why it matters

Clubs and enrichment programs, including after-school clubs, extend learning beyond the classroom. They encourage creativity, leadership, and friendships while helping students explore passions, build skills, and gain confidence in a low-pressure environment.

Qualitative insights

These insights are based on conversations with parents, alumni, and school leadership. Handpicked and curated by our editor, they offer a close look at how the school is experienced and perceived by those who know it best.

Opportunities are diverse and enriching.

Comments from students and parents emphasize the wide array of extracurricular activities available at Hudson College, ranging from sports to arts and numerous clubs, ensuring there is something for every interest.

At Hudson College we had anything you could imagine. Anything you wanted to do, you could do, which was just great. I was a little bit worried, coming from such a large school—with a bunch of sports teams and a bunch of club opportunities—that I would be missing out on some of that, but I didn’t miss out on any of that at all. I ended up becoming more involved in the school once I got to Hudson College, and there were more opportunities than I ever had before.

—Sarah Robinson, alum (see full interview)

We have a beautiful new artificial turf field out the back. … We belong to the [Small Schools Athletic Federation], as do many schools throughout Toronto. Continued growth in athletics would be our goal [in athletics]: to continue to evolve.

—Jeff Bavington, Co-founder (see full interview)

Hudson College’s goals in terms of school improvement are usually in terms of [curriculum]. … For example, Hudson College has a lot of budding scientists. We actively promote a very rigorous science curriculum. We want it to be extremely hands-on and experiential because we think students learn scientific principles best that way. I could see us hopefully developing larger robotics teams one day because we do robotics with them when they’re young.

—Jeff Bavington, Co-founder (see full interview)

Robotics, cooking, chess, languages - essentially if there is an interest in the club - the school will create it. The school sports teams compete (and are competitive) against other small independent schools. Skiing, basketball, skating, martial arts, volleyball etc all are offered. If you are looking for your child to be exposed to a wide range of sports and activities this school is ideal. If you have an elite athlete than these teams are not the place. Participation, athleticism, sportsmanship and skills are equally emphasized - with a healthy dose for the desire to win.

—James Hyslop, parent (see full review)

This is probably my daughter's favorite part of Hudson College- the extracurricular opportunities. This year she is learning to code and to cook, she has joined in extra sports (skiing, indoor soccer, ball hockey) and she gets to make friends across the grades. In the past, she's learnt chess and robotics. It does mean she has to be extra-focused to get her homework done, but she absolutely loves this part of her school life. Another wonderful opportunity is the annual trip to Camp Muskoka for Grades 4,5, and 6. They spend four days in a beautiful outdoor environment learning independence and important life skills, having tons of fun and bonding like crazy! Grades 7 and 8 attend Camp Wanakita earlier in the term.

—Nicolette Linton, parent (see full review)

There are many extracurriculars offered. One of the biggest clubs is the Duke of Edinburgh award, which all the grade 9 students are automatically signed up for, but any student can participate in. I’m really glad I decided to join, because it is helping my volunteer hours as well as being something I am excited to add to my resume. I am part of the dance club this year, and even though there aren’t many people, I’ve really had fun performing for the school with my dance club friends. Dance club didn’t really take off until this year, and I’m glad to be part of it. If you don’t see a club you want to join, you can always start one. Athletics are also a big part of Hudson, and joining a team is a positive way to step out of your comfort zone and meet more people.

—Eva Greyeyes, student (beginning 2017) (see full review)

Hudson College offers a wide range of extracurriculars from the Arts, like Drama Club, Dance Club, and Art Club. In addition, there are clubs like Yearbook, Prom Committee, and Student Council. Then there are our sports. We offer a wide variety of sports from hockey, to soccer, to golf and everything in between. Also, if there isn't a club that you think should be available, you can talk to the principal about getting it created.

—Ethan Cariou, student (beginning 2015) (see full review)

Hudson has a great range of extracurricular opportunities to appeal to all sorts of kids' interests -- from overnight camp at the beginning of the year; to sports teams all year long; ski trips, clubs that teach skills, raise funds or engage kids in social responsibility; and a nice mix of cultural activities like school plays and musical performances. There's something for everyone!

—Jill Javet, parent (beginning 2018) (see full review)

I really loved the extracurricular opportunities here at Hudson, in elementary and in high school. I found that I was really able to express myself with the clubs that I was apart of and felt supported whether I was in a club or a sport. There many clubs to choose from, and a lot of sports teams to be a part of depending on the season, like the play in elementary, drama club, dance club, yearbook and photography, cooking club, Hudson heroes, things like scientist club, badminton, ultimate frisbee, soccer, etc. As I mentioned previously, even if there wasn't a club you were interested in, you were always encouraged to start your own club, if there was enough interest. Only some clubs were competitive when it came to availability and the sports teams were more competitive since there were a limited amount of spots available but overall in was open to anyone. I felt that I had a lot of fun and could really express myself. They will also let you know what day the club is and if it's at lunch or after school and they were pretty good about scheduling and rescheduling if necessary.

—Gabriela Petrilli, alum (2007-2021) (see full review)

Activities reinforce the support and engagement of the school community.

Insights from the school community emphasize how Hudson College fosters a positive and inclusive atmosphere where students feel supported and are encouraged to be themselves.

At a school like Hudson where you know everyone—and all the staff and teachers are just super friendly, and they want to get to know you too—it’s super easy to get involved. That’s something that has impacted me greatly, and I definitely think the staff were a big part of it.

—Sarah Robinson, alum (see full interview)

One of the things that I appreciated within the school is how easy it was to be notified about different clubs and different events. Stepping away from school and having a year in a university, I don't get as many notifications of clubs or different things. To get involved with the students and get involved with the community, that's not nearly as much broadcasted to the general population of university students. Whereas within Hudson College, it was very much everyone would know that a certain event was going on and if anyone was interested, you'd be able to join and you would feel welcome in that regard.

—Mark, alum (see full discussion)

A big motto of Hudson College is ‘be yourself,’ and I definitely saw that a lot. Through the clubs and the classes, there were so many opportunities to do what you wanted to do, and there was no being forced to do a certain thing, or take a certain class. It was very up to you. If there was something that you desired to do, you could start a club to do it. I found that the teachers in the Hudson College community really inspired you to be you and to find what you liked and what you enjoyed, and to just carry that with you after you graduate.

—Sarah Robinson, alum (see full interview)

When you first walk into the school, you get the impression that the students are very polite, opening doors, smiling away. It's a small school, so the kids get to know each other across the grades as well as in class. My daughter has helped with the kindergarten kids during recess, playing with them. The older kids are available for conflict resolution if that ever occurs in recess. My daughter has played sports with different grades - and watched older grades play sports against other schools, cheering Hudson on. The annual plays and concerts always bring people together. There is a lovely buzz around the school. It's not too loud or too quiet - just right. Happy and industrious!

—Nicolette Linton, parent (see full review)

The teaching faculty are dedicated and accessible.

Insights from students point to the dedicated and accessible teachers at Hudson College, who not only strive for academic excellence but also provide extra help and support through various initiatives.

I know a couple teachers who are always staying after school, in activities like Math Café, where students can get math help after school or study for math competitions. My teachers are nice, and some are really funny. They are also very organized, and everything from PowerPoints to daily class notes are available on their Google classroom or personalized website.

—Eva Greyeyes, student (beginning 2017) (see full review)

My daughter has really enjoyed the different approaches each teacher has brought to the curriculum: one teacher was really into sports and technology, using those to bring science and other subjects to life. Another was really into art and drama, and each year got the kids involved in the annual school play. My daughter wasn't happy with the idea of being on stage last year, so was involved in back-stage work, which she enjoyed. This year, she'd like to audition for the play. Big step forward in confidence! This year, her grade teacher has created tribes, and uses those tribal loyalties to motivate the kids to focus on improving their homework, team-work, attention skills. Great bonding moments in the class! The teachers are very enthusiastic, full of ideas, and always happy to talk to parents. We get an email at the end of each day from her grade teacher, telling us of any general class info, plus the homework for that day.

—Nicolette Linton, parent (see full review)

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Samuel Tagieff

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CLUBS AND PROGRAMS

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Why it matters

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