Social Sport

NEW TO OXFORD?

Meet people through casual sport in Oxford.

New to Oxford, recently moved for work or simply looking to expand your social circle? Turn up on your own and meet people through relaxed weekly sport.

Find a sessionSee how it works
  • No team required
  • No league
  • No commitment
  • All abilities welcome
Social Sport players smiling together during a casual session

Meet people without forcing the conversation.

Joining a new group can feel awkward. Casual sport gives everyone a shared activity from the start, so conversation happens naturally without a league, a long commitment or needing to know anybody beforehand.

Sport is just the excuse. The people are the point.

Meet people naturally

You don't have to walk into a room and start introducing yourself. Playing sport gives everyone something to do together from the start.

Come on your own

Most people come on their own the first time. You don't need an existing team or group of friends.

Keep it casual

No leagues, seasons or long-term commitments. Book whenever you want.

Actually build a social life

Join the WhatsApp group after booking, come back regularly and get to know the people you play with.

Turn up on your own. It gets easier from there.

  1. 01

    Pick a session

    Choose a live casual session that sounds good.

  2. 02

    Book your spot

    Everything is online and straightforward.

  3. 03

    Turn up

    You don't need to know anyone beforehand.

  4. 04

    Play

    Friendly, relaxed games with regular rotation where appropriate.

  5. 05

    Socialise

    Meet people during the session and join the WhatsApp group afterwards.

  6. 06

    Come back

    Build connections naturally by seeing familiar faces each week.

What people say

“Very well organised and really nice people.”
Ellie, Cambridge Casual Table Tennis
“Well organised and great to socialise with new (and old) friends via sport.”
Michael, Southwark & City casual tennis
“Sport makes meeting new people less awkward, so the friendships I have made feel more genuine.”
Finlay, Cambridge — New Sport Every Week ultimate frisbee

4.8/5

Meetup rating

100+

Meetup reviews

9 in 10

would recommend us

Pick your excuse

You don't have to be a serious athlete. Pick something you enjoy, turn up and meet people.

tennis

Upcoming Oxford sessions

See the exact venue, time, price and spaces before you book.

Social Sport in Oxford

Our Oxford community runs relaxed weekly sessions at local venues. Every live event shows the exact location, time, price and availability before you book.

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Questions before your first session

You don't need a team. You just need a reason to turn up.

Choose a session, come along and see who you meet.

Find your next session