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TeamMONASH Sporting Clubs 

The following pages have brief descriptions of the clubs across all campuses, 

remember you can join clubs not based at your campus. For more information about a 

particular club, please contact the club directly through their website. 

If there are any problems contacting a club or you would like to create a sporting club 

that currently doesn’t exist, simply contact Monash Sport on: 

Berwick Campus 

Email: simon.dart@sport.monash.edu.au 

Tel: (03) 9905 4259 

Caulfield Campus 

Email: kris.mccarthy@sport.monash.edu.au 

Tel: (03) 9904 4498 

Clayton Campus 


Tel: (03) 9905 4259 

Gippsland Campus 

Email: sportrec@mugsu.general.monash.edu.au 

Tel: (03) 5122 6221 

Parkville Campus 


Tel: (03) 9905 4259 

Peninsula Campus 

Clubs Guide 

Email: kris.mccarthy@sport.monash.edu.au 

Tel: (03) 9904 4498 

Aikido (Clayton) 

Website: http://users.on.net/~mnagle/monash/ 

Club Description: Aikido is a modern Japanese martial art developed by Morihei Ueshiba, which has no 

dependence on physical strength. Aikido uses circular flowing movements originating from a relaxed body 

and a fully focused mind. Regular practice brings a feeling of well-being and self confidence that carries over 

into every aspect of daily life. Aikido uses repeated practice of various techniques in its physical training. 

With time, rational and unforced movements flow naturally from within the body. The Aikidoist practises ways 

to control aggression without causing harm or injury. Each student trains and progresses at their own pace, 

finding harmony within their own personal development. 

Arnis (Clayton) 

Website: www.sport.monash.edu.au/sportsprograms 

Club Description: Filipino martial arts – single stick, double stick, machete, sword, knife. Very practical and 

effective self defence applications learnt straight away. The curriculum is taught in progression of difficulty. 

Starting with easy Arnis, followed by close quarter stick fighting, linear long range stick fighting, largo arco 

method of fighting multiple opponents, and finally the deadly kalis ilustrisimo method of eskrima. Workshops 

on various topics such as quarter staff, knife defence and fighting are also given. 

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Athletics (Caulfield & Clayton) 

Website: www.glenhuntly-athletics.com 

Club Description: We provide highly rewarding competitive, participative and social opportunities to people 

of all skill levels and ages. Based at Duncan Mackinnon Park in Murrumbeena, the Glenhuntly Athletic Club is 

one of the largest Athletic clubs in Australia. The club fields teams in Victorian Men’s & Women’s senior and 

junior grade competitions in summer (track & field) and winter (cross country, road & fun runs). Club training 

and fitness groups by experienced and qualified coaches operate all year round. New members are always 

most welcome and are catered for in a friendly, positive and exciting environment. There is also a Tuesday 

evening running group that caters for all ages and abilities at Monash University Clayton Campus. This group 

gathers at 6pm in the Seminar Room at Monash Sport - Building 1. 

Badminton (Caulfield) 

Website: www.sport.monash.edu/sportsprograms 

Club Description: Monash University Caulfield Badminton Club is open to students, staff and public 

members. The club meets and plays two times a week at Chisholm Hall Caulfield Campus and consists 

of players ranging from social to state league. There are opportunities for members to participate in various 

competitions throughout the year. A highly social club, this is the place to be for anyone with an interest in 

Badminton. New members are always welcome. 

Badminton (Clayton) 


Club Description: Monash University Badminton Club was established in 1964 and membership has now 

grown to over 150 players, and utilises the stadium with its 10 courts as its base. MUBC has always been an 

active club in terms of the membership support, sport development as well as providing strong participation 

and players’ involvement in local, state and national competitions. Over the years the club is fortunate to host 

a number of national players studying at Monash, through its club structure and run various events (including 

social functions and tournaments) that attract top players to participate in the university. 

Badminton (Gippsland) 


Club Description: MUGSU Badminton Club meets and plays two times every week on Tuesday and 

Thursday. It has been a place for ‘social gathering’, where students meet and make new friends. For most 

of the international students, the Badminton Club is their starting line in Gippsland life. Students can play 

Badminton leisurely, but for those looking for some serious games; most of the old members here and also 

the advisor of this Badminton Club (Eric Goh), will be up for challenges on the courts. 

Badminton (Peninsula) 


Club Description: Monash University Peninsula Badminton Club offers regular training and social games, 

with valuable coaching provided to members. There are numerous social events held throughout the year and 

the club is looking for new members from beginners through to experienced players. 


Baseball (Clayton) 

Website: www.monashbaseball.com 

Club Description: Monash University Baseball Club plays in the Dandenong Baseball Association winter 

competition. The club, established in 1967, has a proud history – winning several A grade premierships 

and boasts minor league players and national players. We are seeking players of all abilities; male, female, 

rookies, ex-pro, ex-college and cricketers to come down and play this great game. Our winter season runs 

from mid April to early September for playoffs, with pre-season training starting in March. We also have 

regular social events throughout the year; including friendly rubberball games, bbq’s, trivia nights, movie 

nights and the presentation night. Come down to the diamond to check us out! 

Basketball (Gippsland) 


Club Description: MUGSU Basketball Club meets regularly throughout the university semesters for casual 

basketball on Wednesday and Sunday nights. The club has a mix of local and international students, which 

form teams that compete in the local community competitions. 

Boardriders (Peninsula) 


Club Description: The Boardriders is a surf and snow boarding club, which holds regular trips and social 

functions throughout the year. The club caters for learners through to competition, and is a great place for 

anyone who has a keen interest in the surf or the snow – to get involved in these exhilarating sports. A fun, 

exciting and friendly club, the Boardriders are always looking for and welcoming new members. 

Boardriders & Outdoors (Gippsland) 


Club Description: MUGSU Boardriders Club is designed to engage people with the outdoors by 

introducing them to the ‘board’-a fun, sometimes funny shaped item used to the extreme in climates away 

from the lecture theatre and into the unknown midst around us. Learn how to snowboard on the slopes of 

Hotham and surf the local beaches from Inverloch to the beautiful Wilson’s Prom. The clubs members decide 

trips away and surf sessions throughout the year. 

Boxing & Kickboxing (Gippsland) 


Club Description: MUGSU Boxing & Kickboxing Club is an organisation based on having a good time, 

getting fit and learning a bit of the basics of boxing. Experience is not needed, but if you want to properly train 

the option is there. A friendly non-confrontational atmosphere, where group training and circuits are run by a 

licensed and well experienced ‘prized’ fighter. 

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Bushwalking & Outdoors (Clayton) 

Website: www.mboc.org.au 


Club Description: Monash Bushwalking and Outdoors Club is for those who like adventure. Our activities 

stretch from bushwalking, cross-country skiing, rogaining, orienteering, mountain-biking, rock climbing, 

caving, kayaking, rafting and canoe polo. MBOC is a member-oriented club, with members coming from 

all parts of the university and community. Members are encouraged to join trips and gain experience; many 

trips are run each month. Annual rock-climbing, bushwalking and kayaking trips occur, as well as our weekly 

indoor rock-climbing and canoe polo sessions to practice skills for weekend trips. So if you’re after new 

friends to go on adventures to places near and far, then MBOC is the place to look! 

Cricket (Caulfield) 

Website: www.gryphons.org.au 

Club Description: Monash University Gryphons Cricket Club has men’s teams competing in the MCA 

and SD&CCL, with our tops sides playing on turf pitches. The club has over 60 members, and runs monthly 

social events during summer. MUGCC welcomes players of all standards, and provides professional 

coaching. 

Cricket (Clayton) 

Website: www.thefightinghawk.com 

Club Description: Hawthorn-Monash University Cricket Club is affiliated with Cricket Victoria, and 

competes in the highest cricket competition in Victoria. All students are made very welcome and may contact 

the president to commence your cricket career. 

Cricket (Gippsland) 


Club Description: MUGSU Cricket Club has a team playing in the Traralgon and District Cricket 

Association, which is made up of local and international students. We play as a team within Churchill Cricket 

Club, who support and provide the Monash team access to excellent facilities and social networks within the 

local community. Come join the club, as it provides better players the opportunity to develop leadership skills 

and gives inexperienced cricketers a chance to play in a fun and friendly team that is still competitive. 

Dance Sport (Clayton) 

Website: www.monashdancesport.org 

Club Description: We offer classes in Latin, Street Latin, Modern, New Vogue, Rock ‘n’ Roll, Swing 

and Jazz/Funk taught by professional instructors. Classes are offered at a range of times during the week 

throughout the semester, with the club catering for beginners through to experienced dancers. As well as 

lessons; the club also offers social nights, competition dancing camps and an annual dinner dance ball. 

Fencing (Clayton) 


Club Description: Fencing is the competitive modern incarnation of classical European sword fighting. We 

train in all three Olympic disciplines: Foil, Epee and Sabre. All fencers begin with Foil where the majority of 

the essential skills for fencing in all weapons are learnt, and then many go on to try the other weapons Epee 

and Sabre. Fencing is an extremely safe sport, with many chances to compete and an excellent way to get 

fit and make friends at the same time. Beginners’ classes are held throughout semester in the Fencing Hall at 

Monash Sport – Building 1, with all ages and levels of athletic ability welcome. 

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Football Mens (Caulfield) 

Website: www.monashgryphonsafc.org.au 

Club Description: Monash Gryphons Football Club was established in 1991. With a membership base of 

over 50+ players, the Gryphons have both a senior and reserve side. The teams train twice per week at their 

home ground, located at Caulfield East Reserve. The Gryphons philosophy of pride, honesty, commitment, 

mateship and passion is an integral part of our club. A large number of social events are also held throughout 

the year. 

Football Mens (Clayton) 

Website: www.monashblues.com 

Club Description: Monash Blues Football Club represents the University and plays in the VAFA, the largest 

football competition in Australia. We have 4 teams: seniors, reserves, U19’s and a club 18, catering for a 

wide range of footballing talent and experience. The club’s home is the Frearson Oval at Monash University, 

Clayton Campus. The club facilities are superb and we offer our players many outstanding opportunities from 

sporting to social and career development. We are planning an exciting 2010 season and would like to hear 

from you. Get involved in the great indigenous game here at Monash. Potential players, trainers, officials and 

helpers should visit our website. 

Football Mens (Peninsula) 

Website: www.stonecats.com.au 

Club Description: The Frankston YCW Football Club is an affiliate club of Monash University and was 

established in the late 1950. With a membership base of over 100+ players, the Stonecats have senior and 

reserve sides which play in the Mornington Peninsula and Nepean Football League. The team train twice 

per week at their home ground located at Jells Park Frankston and have had great success over the years 

accumulating 9 senior and 6 reserve premierships. A large number of social events are also held throughout 

the year and the club is always looking for new members. 

Football Womens (Clayton) 


Club Description: Monash University Women’s Football Club fondly known as the ‘Monash Mustangs’, 

invites new and past members every year to be involved in this vibrant and sociable club. Club members may 

be athletes, supporters, coaches, fundraisers or social recreators. Club activities run year round on a weekly 

basis and may include: come-try sessions, skills, fun & fitness, social events, fundraising activities, team trip, 

and two weeks of action packed University Games competitions (SUG’s & AUG’s). All abilities welcome! 

Golf (Clayton) 


Club Description: From the occasional hacker to the scratch handicapper, Monash Golf is the club for 

golfers of all levels. The club provides a weekly session, where members can come together and have an 

opportunity to meet fellow golfers and improve skills. This year, there is a view to host tournaments both 

internally, as well as hosting external tournaments with other universities. The Australian University Games 

(AUG’s) is also a focus for Monash Golf, as we’ll continue to try to organise the best possible team to 

represent Monash to compete with other top Australian universities. 


Gridiron (Clayton) 

Website: www.warriorsgridiron.com 

Club Description: Monash Warriors Gridiron Football Club brings American Football to Australia. We play 

full contact football in the Victorian League from June to September, culminating in the state championship 

VICBOWL. The club have been to the last five VICBOWLS (winning four) and many of our players have 

represented the state and played for Australia at an international level. People of all sizes, shapes and 

nationalities can play Gridiron – as there are positions for every type of player. All you need is the commitment 

to learn and love of the game, the rest we’ll teach you. 

Gymnastics & Trampolining (Clayton) 


Club Description: Monash University Gymnastics and Trampolining Club offers mixed recreational 

gymnastics from beginner to intermediate standard. We also offer trampolining from beginner to advanced 

standard, and cater for both recreational and competitive trampolining. Our main aim is to focus on strength, 

fitness, coordination and flexibility in a fun and positive environment. 

Handball (Caulfield) 

Website: http://home.vicnet.net.au/~handball 

Club Description: Monash University Handball Club is renowned for the diversity of its members, which 

come from all parts of the world. The club has a long and successful tradition in the Victorian Handball 

League, and caters for beginners as well as for advanced players, both females and males. The Club has 

players that compete on a National and International level. Besides training twice a week and a match on the 

weekend, club members often get together for social events such as trips, parties or beach handball. While 

handball is a sport that can be enjoyed socially; playing competitively and challenging the players to improve 

has become a successful philosophy of the club in recent years. 

Hockey (Clayton) 

Website: www.monashhockey.org.au 

Club Description: Monash University Hockey Club caters for players of all skill levels, from beginners to 

the experienced. We have coaches for all grades from state league through to metro, for both the men’s 

and women’s competitions. Our club facilities include a water-based ground, as well as modern and wellequipped 

clubrooms. And for the times when you are off the pitch, the club provides an exciting and fun 

social atmosphere. With over 200+ members, Monash Hockey Club is one of the universities largest and 

most dynamic social clubs – come see for yourself! 

Inline Hockey (Clayton) 

Website: www.milc.asn.au 

Club Description: Monash Inline Club provides a fun, friendly environment where people can learn how to 

rollerblade and how to play Inline Hockey. We are a tight-knit bunch that welcomes everyone, from people 

who have never rollerbladed before to people wanting to play competitively. Trainings and games are based 

mainly at Dandenong Skate Centre, and sometimes on campus. We also offer open skating sessions at the 

rink, as well as various social events throughout the year. 

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BUSHWALKING AND OUTDOORS CLUB 

Have you ever wanted to try Kayaking? 

How about Rock Climbing? Cross Country Skiing? 

The Monash Bushwalking and Outdoors Club offer all these 

activities along with Bushwalking, Caving, Mountain Bike 

Riding and Rogaining. 

There are multiple events every week 

during both semester and holidays. 

You can come to one event or all of 

them! 

Membership is also very cheap 

compared to commercial operators ($20 

student/$30 non-student). 

So come and find our stall during O-Week to find out more about the club 

mboc.org.au 

Jiu-Jitsu (Caulfield & Clayton) 

Website: http://monash.jiujitsu.org.au/ 


Club Description: Jiu-Jitsu is an excellent martial art for self-defence, it develops good all-round fitness 

and it’s fun. Traditional Jiu-Jitsu emphasises the intelligent and efficient use of strength for self-defence 

standing and on the ground. Training is conducted at both Clayton and Caulfield campuses throughout the 

week. Classes are enjoyable, good exercise and teach practical techniques for self defence situations. We 

cater for all skill levels, with experienced and qualified instructors taking classes. As well as classes, social 

events are conducted throughout the year. 

Judo (Clayton) 


Club Description: Judo is an all round sport which can provide fitness, enjoyment and competition as 

well as being adapted to self defence. Training with the Judo club provides the opportunity to improve your 

physical fitness, co-ordination, flexibility, self confidence and self defence abilities. Regular coloured belt 

gradings are conducted as your skill level develops. All levels from beginners to coloured belts are individually 

coached. Competitions are held regularly throughout the year, including the Australian University Games. 

For the non-competitively minded, Judo is an excellent recreational sport. Social events are also featured 

throughout the year. 

Kendo (Clayton) 

Website: www.monashkendo.co.cc 

Club Description: Monash University Kendo Club is an affiliate of the Victorian Kendo and the International 

Kendo Federation. Our club offers this traditional Japanese martial art, with bamboo swords, as not just a way 

of training physically but also a way of training the mind. We conduct one beginner’s course a year, which 

starts in March when the first semester of university begins and goes for eight weeks. The club trains twice a 

week at Monash Sport – Building 1, Clayton Campus. Social functions are also held occasionally throughout 

the year. Anyone who is interested in Kendo is more than welcome to come and watch our training sessions. 

Kickboxing (Clayton) 

Website: www.monashkickboxing.com 

Club Description: Monash University Kickboxing Club is one of the largest and most active martial 

arts clubs on the Clayton Campus. Our instructors teach three styles: Kickboxing, Muay Thai and Filipino 

Kickboxing. We hold seminars and competitions as well as various social nights, awards presentation nights 

and kickboxing training camps to keep our members entertained. Kickboxing is great for fun and fitness, 

stress relief, competition, self defence and self development. Everyone is welcome to join the Kickboxing 

club, our instructors are experienced, fully qualified and accredited by the Martial Arts Industry Association 

(MAIA). Our instructors provide quality instruction in a safe environment and aim to cater to your goals and 

needs. 

Lacrosse (Clayton) 

Website: www.chadstonelacrosse.com 

Club Description: Chadstone Lacrosse Club is affiliated with Monash University and is a growing club 

with two senior men’s teams and a women’s team, who play in the Victorian state competition. Our club is 

a mixture of Monash and non-Monash players. We train at Clayton Campus and at our club ground near 

Chadstone shopping centre. We pride ourselves on being a friendly club and we welcome experienced 

players, those new to the sport and those who are just after a casual game. The club provides gear and 

experienced coaches to teach you the ropes. Several social functions are held throughout the year too. 

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Netball (Clayton) 

Website: www.monashuniversitycentral.com.au 

Club Description: Monash University Central Netball Club provides the opportunity for students, staff and 

community members to play Netball at any level, ranging from social to state league. The club currently has 

around 30 women’s and mixed teams; entered in the Waverley Night Netball Association, Parkville Netball 

Competitions and State League. Some club members are selected to represent Monash University at the 

annual Australian University Games (AUG’s). The club also organises a range of social events throughout the 

year including a trivia night, the annual sports ball, the club presentation night and numerous BBQ’s. 

Netball (Peninsula) 


Club Description: The Monash University Peninsula Netball Club provide opportunities for students, staff 

and the community to play netball in a fun social environment as part of the local Frankston District Netball 

Association competition. The club has women’s teams that compete on Saturday afternoons and train twice 

per week as well as teams that compete in the mixed netball competition on Sunday evenings. The club also 

organises a range of social activities throughout the year. 

Roamers (Peninsula) 


Club Description: Our dedicated group of Monash students and community members are committed to 

providing adventure experiences in the Rivers, Oceans, And Mountains (thus ROAMers). Basically we get out 

there and do it, have great fun with new and old friends, experience nature in all its glory, and maybe even 

discover something about ourselves and those around us along the way. Our club is especially focused on 

providing experiences that cater to everyone, with most of our official club trips being beginner orientated. 

Whatever your inclination and experience, there is no doubt you will find fun and challenges to suit you here 

with us at the Roamers! 

Rowing (Clayton) 


Club Description: Monash University Rowing Club is a competitive rowing club, who competes at the 

Australian University Games each year. The club is made up of members of differing levels of experience, 

ranging from first years who have rowed at school through to elite athletes who represent Victoria and 

Australia. This mix is one of the factors that makes rowing with Monash such a unique experience. We have 

crews in almost any division, from heavyweight men’s crews to lightweight women’s events in both sweep 

and sculling. If you have rowed and are interested in representing Monash at the AUG’s, then please contact 

us regarding the upcoming season. 

Rugby Mens (Clayton) 

Website: www.monashuni.rugbynet.com.au 

Club Description: Monash University Men’s Rugby Union Club has one team in the Victorian Rugby Union 

senior metro competition, with the plan to have another team in the Colts U20’s competition. Our club has 

coaching and other support role pathways available. New and experienced players welcome! 


Rugby Womens (Clayton) 

Website: www.monashwomen.rugbynet.com.au 

Club Description: Monash University Women’s Rugby Union Football Club is the founding Women’s Club 

in Victoria, and prides itself in training new players. Rugby is great a sport for fitness and is super for catering 

to all shapes and sizes. The club has an exciting and encouraging atmosphere, welcoming women from 

all backgrounds. As well as all the benefits of playing a team sport, our club has many social functions, 

including camps, various functions throughout the year, and many more fun times. So if you are looking for a 

great sport to challenge you, or even to widen your friendship network, then rugby is for you! 

Shorinji Kempo (Clayton) 

Website: http://home.vicnet.net.au/~melbsk/welcome.htm 

Club Description: Everybody is welcome to train in Shorinji Kempo. Unlike other forms of self defence 

which require physical strength and conditioned bodies; Shorinji Kempo is based on speed, balance and 

body movement. Shorinji Kempo has a broad philosophical base which when paired with physical training, 

enables one to realise their potential and create a balanced self, both physically and mentally. Shorinji Kempo 

places no emphasis on winning or losing. Instead, it concentrates on mutual respect and understanding 

between training companions, so that both parties enjoy the benefits of training and progress on the basis of 

mutual development. 

Ski & Board (Caulfield) 

Website: www.chisholmskiandboard.com 

Club Description: Chisholm Ski & Board offers students the opportunity to partake in Waterskiing, 

Wakeboarding, Snowskiing and Snowboarding. The club has everything you need for students of all 

capabilities. The club works, socialises and skis with all the other university ski clubs around Melbourne. Each 

university club hosts an annual social event for all clubs to attend; these events include boat races, reverse 

raffles, trivia nights and the annual ball. The first trip to be run this year is the ‘new members camp’, which 

takes new members Waterskiing and Wakeboarding over a weekend. Anyone interested should express their 

interest early, as the trip is very popular and a sell out every year. 

Snow Sports (Clayton) 

Website: www.musc.asn.au 

Club Description: Monash University Snow Sports Club is one of the largest clubs, with members enjoying 

frequent trips to the snow. There is snowboarding and skiing for all skill levels, from beginners to extreme 

skiers, as well as many social events throughout the year. Sponsors help us to arrange 12 tonnes of snow be 

brought down, where a ‘Rail Jam’ competition is organised and Pro riders are invited to show their skills. We 

are engaged in the annual Inter-Varsity Competitions and always strive to put forward a competitive team, with 

top place results every year. 

Soccer (Caulfield) 

Website: www.monashgryphons.tk 

Club Description: Monash University Gryphons Soccer Club provides a social platform for local and 

international students, as well as Monash staff and community members who share a common interest in 

soccer. We have 60+ members, spread across two teams that play in an amateur league. The club also 

organises a range of social events throughout the year; including get-togethers after training, on weekends, 

club presentation night and at various national or international soccer matches. We have players from all parts 

of the world, and are always looking for new people to join the club from beginners to those who are more 

experienced. It is truly the place “where diversity meets unity”. 

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Soccer (Clayton) 

Website: www.monashunisoccer.org 


Club Description: Our club registers five men’s and two women’s teams with over 150 members. The 

senior and reserve men’s teams compete in the first division of the Victorian Provisional Leagues on Saturdays, 

and the remaining three men’s and women’s teams all compete on Sundays. We have also had the pleasure 

of training and playing with some great national and international talent, plus being coached by people who 

have played top-flight football, both locally and overseas. The facilities are top-class, with the Socceroos and 

Melbourne Victory occasionally training on our pitches at Clayton Campus. However, it doesn’t just stop with 

soccer. We pride ourselves on being a club with a great social community with heaps of functions, which 

attract people from all walks of life. 

Soccer (Gippsland) 


Club Description: MUGSU Soccer Club is a group of keen soccer players and supporters. We cover 

a range of activities; including indoor soccer social competition, playing in the local weekend community 

competition or taking a tour to support Melbourne Victory. If you’re studying at Gippsland and like soccer, you 

should join this club! 

Squash & Racquetball (Clayton) 

Website: http://yoyo.its.monash.edu.au/groups/squash/ 

Club Description: Whether you are a beginner or a keen advanced player; the Monash University Squash 

and Racquetball Club is a great environment to improve your skills, meet new friends, and compete against 

members who play at all skill levels. The club has teams that compete in the Southern Squash League, 

Victorian Squash Federation, and the Eastern State Racquetball Association. Squash Pennant entails all 

squash levels for both men and women’s competitions. Squash members enjoy fantastic rates on playing 

competitive squash; as well as other benefits such as discounted court hire, free practice times, discounted 

coaching, access to our two interclub tournaments and social events. Squash is a fun social sport and an 

excellent way to keep fit & healthy. 

Swimming (Clayton) 

Website: www.monashswim.org.au 

Club Description: Monash University Swim Club is a competitive and social swim club, designed to 

cater for those with some squad experience. It’s primary purpose is to provide the structure and support for 

swimmers who wish to compete at interclub, state and/or national level. The club currently competes at the 

major state and national championships, as well as local carnivals and monthly time trials. It’s goal is to allow 

all committed swimmers to reach the peak of their potential. MUSC has been awarded with Monash Sport 

‘Club of the Year’ for the past three years running. MUSC is a young club (formed in 2002) and as such we’re 

keen, vibrant, ambitious and enthusiastic. Join us as we grow into a powerful force in Victorian Swimming! 

Table Tennis (Caulfield) 


Club Description: Just about everyone has played Table Tennis at sometime or another. This fast paced 

action packed game is one of the most popular sports in the world. It is also good for your health and you 

don’t have to be a pro to get a good workout. The Table Tennis club meet two afternoons each week for 

training and also provide opportunities for competitions, as well as social interaction. New members are 

always welcome from beginners to experienced players. 

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Table Tennis (Clayton) 

Website: http://yoyo.cc.monash.edu.au/groups/MUTTC/ 

Club Description: Monash University Table Tennis Club has training twice a week, free of charge for all 

members. The standard of the players in our club varies from the beginners to the elite, so there will be 

people for you to hit with no matter what your skill level. The environment is friendly and the players are 

enthusiastic and passionate about Table Tennis. We also send teams to Greater Dandenong Table Tennis 

Association pennant competition, which runs all year round with a number of different grades. We look 

forward to seeing you on one of the training evenings – come down, have a hit, improve your skills and have 

some fun! 

Taekwondo (Caulfield) 


Club Description: Monash Caulfield Taekwondo Club provides Monash students and staff as well as the 

wider community; a place where one can learn skills to protect themselves, become fit and meet new people. 

This year the club aims to participate in a number of competitions including the Australian University Games 

(AUG’s). Other than weekly training and competitions, we also organise many social events including dinners 

and movie nights. Beginners are more than welcome, as we always look forward to helping new members 

improve their skills and gain knowledge in Taekwondo. 

Taekwondo (Clayton) 

Website: http://sites.google.com/site/monashtkdclub/ 

Club Description: Monash Clayton Taekwondo Club is an extremely successful, vibrant and established 

club. The club seeks not only to provide a highly competitive standard of coaching on a regular basis (four 

weekly 2 hour sessions), but a comprehensive social experience for its members to strengthen friendships 

and team spirit. With the support of Korean and National Taekwondo expert instructors, our members are 

enthusiastic in training hard to participate in competitions on a national (AUG’s) and international circuit. Our 

training focuses on polishing technique, sparring, self defence and poomse (patterns). For those who are 

looking to de-stress and keep fit, this is your ideal club! 

Tai Chi Chuan (Clayton) 


Club Description: Monash Tai Chi Chuan Club promotes the traditional art of Yang and Chen Man Ching 

styles of Tai Chi Chuan. This includes Chi Gung, pushing hands under instructor’s guidance. Members 

are shown how Tai Chi Chuan can improve one’s health and fitness, plus act as a simple self-defence 

mechanism. Classes run throughout the week, beginners are more than welcome and social functions are 

held during the year. 

Tennis (Clayton) 

Website: www.mutc.org.au 

Club Description: Monash University Tennis Club membership offers discount court hire. The club also 

fields several weekend competition teams in summer and winter in Tennis Victoria Pennant, WDTA and BRTA. 

Members and non-members have access to qualified club coach Sam Soo, quality restringing from Amelia 

Soon, annual club tournament, BBQ’s and social events. 


Touch (Clayton) 

Website: www.monashtouch.org 

Club Description: Monash Touch Club is active all year round; putting together mixed, women’s and 

men’s teams which take part in both summer and winter Touch competitions here in Melbourne. The club 

trains during the week throughout the semester and in preparation for specific tournaments such as Southern 

Uni Games, Australian Uni Games and the Sale Country Knockout. Our club caters for a range of abilities, 

entering teams into competitions in multiple grades as well as in social divisions. We provide highly qualified 

coaches who have state and national expertise. The club also holds many social functions, outings and 

attends other Touch tournaments. 

Triathlon (Clayton) 

Website: www.monashunitriclub.com 

Club Description: Our club aims to encourage people to compete in triathlons from beginners who want 

to compete in short triathlons (300m swim, 10km ride, 2km run) to extremely fit who want to race in ironman 

competitions (3.8km swim, 180km ride, 42km run) and for people in between. Training for the recreational 

swim squad occurs three times a week, and members can also attend bike and run sessions. We can even 

help you learn to swim, as long as you have some basic idea or we can help you compete in an ironman 

race. Whatever your standard, you will be made welcome as part of our club. 

Ultimate Frisbee (Clayton) 

Website: www.monashultimate.com.au 

Club Description: Our club revolves around playing Ultimate Frisbee, Frisbee Golf and Freestyle Frisbee 

– combined with an active social side. Ultimate Frisbee is a mixed team sport that is fast paced and more 

importantly fun. Ultimate is a great way to keep in shape and meet new people. Training occurs once a 

week and the club is involved in round-robin tournaments throughout the year. There is a social division on 

specific weeknights for all players regardless of experience and social functions are also held throughout the 

semester. 

Underwater - Hockey (Clayton) 


Club Description: Underwater Hockey is a component of the Underwater Club that offers a competitive 

angle to the club’s activities. Playing Hockey does not require diving experience or a qualification. The game 

is simple: a lead puck on the bottom that needs to be moved into the opposition’s goals. The game is 

played in a 25 meter pool at a depth of 2 meters, with 6 a side, attired in snorkelling gear, and armed with a 

playing stick/bat. Monash has a strong social component, but the club also supports a range of abilities from 

beginners to individuals who represent Australia. The club can fit you out with the required gear, so all you 

need is your bathers. The club has training at the Doug Ellis Swimming Pool twice a week. 

Underwater - Scuba (Clayton) 

Website: www.monash.edu.au/clubs/monuc/index.html 

Club Description: Monash Underwater Club caters to divers of all experience levels from those who are 

wishing to learn, right through to technical and deep diving. The club has members who participate in a wide 

range of diving hobbies, such as Underwater photography and Underwater Hockey. The club has members 

diving every weekend in the Port Phillip Bay, where you can discover a diverse range of marine life and diving 

sites. Typical club diving includes wrecks, shore dives, wall dives and drift dives. MONUC also facilitates 

cheap diving courses and has yearly diving trips. We want everyone to experience the amazing marine life 

and underwater landscape Victoria has to offer. 

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Fencing 

Fencing is the modern 

competitive incarnation 

of Classical European 

swordplay. 

It is comprised of three disciplines – Foil, Epee 

and Sabre; with all based upon conventions set 

in yester year. 

At Monash, all fencers begin with Foil so as 

to learn essential skills for fencing in all three 

weapons, and then many go on to Epee and 

Sabre. 

Fencing is an extremely safe sport, with many 

chances to compete and an excellent way to get 

fit and make friends at the same time or during 

an event on our social calendar. 

Monash University Fencing Club train on 

Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6pm, with 

the beginners’ course run on Tuesdays from 

6:30pm. 

The club has an ample supply of fencing 

equipment, so short of a glove and shoes, we 

supply everything free of charge. 

All ages and levels of athletics ability are 

welcome. 

What you will need: 

• Flat-soled shoes 

• A glove (can be bought from the club) 

Contact: 

Whitney Yip: 0432 332 436 

Chris Surace: 0439 890 519 

Email: monashfencingclub@gmail.com 

www.sport.monash.edu/ 

sportsprograms/fencing.html 

Where we train 

Volleyball (Clayton) 

Website: www.monashvolleyball.com.au 


Club Description: Monash University Volleyball Club aims to promote, encourage and support the 

development of Volleyball at Monash University and in the regions around the university. We are arguably the 

most successful Volleyball club in Victoria, winning the VVL (State League) Club Championship for the past six 

years. As one of the largest Volleyball clubs in Australia, we provide opportunities for men and women of all 

ages and abilities to play volleyball; ranging from social competitions, through all divisions of State League, up 

to the elite level of AVL (National League). 

Waterpolo (Clayton) 

Website: www.monashuniwaterpolo.asn.au/ 

Club Description: Monash University Waterpolo Club welcomes members of all standards, experience and 

backgrounds. We train throughout the week at the Doug Ellis Swimming Pool, at the Clayton campus. The 

club engages in the annual Inter-Varsity competitions, as well as competitions run by Victorian Waterpolo. In 

the Division 1 Victorian Waterpolo competition, Monash fields teams in Men’s and Women’s State League 1 + 

2. We also have beginner’s teams for men and women, which compete in the Division 2 competition; as well 

as a very strong junior program for U18, U16, U14 and U12 boys and girls. 

Waterski & Wakeboard (Clayton) 

Website: www.muwwc.com 

Club Description: We provide Monash students with the opportunity to Waterski and Wakeboard for an 

accessible price and for all skill levels. Regular camps and ski days are run throughout the year. Over summer 

we usually run trips most weekends at a variety of different locations, and over winter we run regular day trips 

to Hazelwood and Lake Narracan, where we have access to a slalom course and ski jump. We have facilities, 

equipment (including a Malibu boat) and personnel to teach beginners through to tournament level skiers. 

There are also social functions throughout the year including the Waterski ball, a cocktail party and BBQ’s. 

Wushu (Clayton) 

Website: www.monashwushu.com 

Club Description: Wushu literally translates to ‘martial arts’. It encompasses all varieties of styles, including 

the forms commonly known in the West as Kung-fu and Tai Chi. We focus on self development, enhancing 

your speed, balance, coordination and flexibility. Routines can be practised individually, in pairs or groups, 

barehanded or with weapons. Such routines include long fist, sword, spear, staff, drunken fist, praying mantis 

and many more. In addition to regular training, the Monash Wushu Club performs at various functions and 

tournaments. The club’s coach is Master Tang Laiwei, a former Chinese National Champion and ex-member 

of the Beijing Wushu Team. 

Yet Chuan Do (Clayton) 


Club Description: Yet Chuan Do is a product of Yet Jia Chuan and has undergone many years of constant 

development, modification and improvement by its founder Brian Lee. Yet Chuan Do today is a means to 

improve oneself in terms of self defence, self discipline or simply to become a better person. With proper and 

diligent training your strength and fitness (both physically and mentally), sense of concentration, reflex and 

understanding of oneself will be greatly enhanced. The philosophy and beauty of traditional kung fu training 

methods are thoughtfully maintained; while great emphasis is also placed on a realistic, practical and up to 

date approach. 

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Don’t forget to 

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of Melbourne 

Victory Football Club 

at melbournevictory.com.au 

Asia’s best come together in this prestigious club tournament 

for the right to be crowned number 1. 

Melbourne Victory represents Australia against teams from 

Korea, Japan and China in three blockbuster matches. 

Don’t miss a minute of the action. Bookmark these dates now! 

SeongnAM 

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Tuesday, 

March 9, 7:30pm 

Docklands, 

Melbourne 

KAwASAKI 

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wednesday, 

March 31, 7:30pm 

Docklands, 

Melbourne 

If you’re a mad Melbourne Victory fan but not a member, 

you can be the next in line to secure your seat in the new 

Melbourne Rectangular Stadium. 

Register your interest by calling Membership Services on 

1300 GO MVFC (46 6832) or online at melbournevictory.com.au 

As a Monash Student you are entitled to a Concession membership 

which gives you massive membership and seating discounts. 

BeIJIng 

guoAn 

wednesday, 

April 14, 7:30pm 

Docklands, 

Melbourne 


Members and fans can buy a 3-game super pass and receive a massive 25% 

discount; single-game tickets are also available so head to Ticketmaster now! 

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