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Rundle College EXTRACURRICULARS
While academics are the main focus for most private schools, many also emphasize a well-rounded education by encouraging extracurricular activities like sports, music, arts, or clubs. These activities boost motivation, make school more enjoyable, and give students a break from their academic focus. They also help deepen friendships and develop soft skills.
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Facts and analysis
SPORTS AND ATHLETICS
Sports at Rundle 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
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Rugby
- Running
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Track & Field
- Volleyball
- Weightlifting
- Wrestling
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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
Rundle 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
Audiovisual Club
Band
Chess Club
Choir
Community Service
Computer Club
Debate Club
Drama Club
Environmental Club
Foreign Language Club
Habitat for Humanity
Jazz Ensemble
Math Club
Musical theatre/Opera
Outdoor Education
Photography
Poetry/Literature club
Robotics club
School newspaper
Science Club
Student Council
Yearbook
Yoga
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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.
