Christ's College provides its students with the opportunity to express themselves in many different sports. The school competes in local Canterbury events and competitions; interschool fixtures and interhouse competitions.
Sport is compulsory at all year levels. Students are encouraged to represent the school in team sports where possible. Participation and the pursuit of excellence are the dual keys to the College sporting programme.
The College aims to provide the best possible coaching and equipment. In return, the students are expected to show commitment and effort. Historically, the College has achieved and maintained considerable success in many of the sports it offers.
Sporting Facilities
The College's four hectares of playing fields are situated at South Hagley Park, known as the Christ's College cricket ground. This outstanding complex comprises three rugby fields, two soccer fields, ten turf cricket pitches and a superb net facility for cricket.
The College has another playing field on its main site called Upper. In summer, it is used as a track and field facility. In winter, it becomes a rugby field. Upper also has an all weather facility for tennis, hockey and cricket.
The Christ's College Rowing Club is based at Kerr's Reach. The boat shed, coupled with superb equipment, provides outstanding opportunities for rowers competing in regattas and the annual Maadi Cup.
The Gym complex is used for the many and varied sporting competitions at interhouse and interschool level, including table tennis, basketball, volleyball, fencing and badminton. It includes a weights room and recreational area.
The College also has a five-lane 25m heated indoor swimming pool. It is an excellent facility for all forms of aquatic sports, including swimming, waterpolo, canoepolo, diving and Physical Education classes.
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