Sports Facility at Amity University Haryana

It is a useful means of getting entertainment and physical activity on a daily basis. It is the character and discipline-building technique that holds with us in our whole life. It makes us active and gives us energy and strength. Playing sports and games continuously means motivating mental and physical growth. Physical activity refers to all movement, including sports, cycling, wheeling, walking, active recreation, and play. It can be done at any level of skill and for enjoyment by everybody. According to WHO, regular physical activity helps prevent and treat noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes and breast and colon cancer. It also helps prevent hypertension, overweight and obesity and can improve mental health, quality of life and well-being. Yet, much of the world is becoming less active.

Amity University in Haryana has a sports complex with facilities for many sports, including:

• Cricket, football, basketball, lawn tennis, volleyball: Outdoor sports
• Chess, carom, table tennis, snooker: Indoor games
• Gymnasium: Modern fitness machines for regular workouts
• Military Training Camp: Activities like paragliding, rappelling, and Burma Bridge

As part of its commitment to nation-building through education and other initiatives, Amity University Haryana has always supported sports, and sports events and encouraged sporting talent. From increasing concentration level and working as a team to inculcating a winning spirit, sports help children to build a strong character and all-round development.

Amity University Gurugram typically provides well-equipped sports facilities on campus to encourage students' participation in various sports and physical activities. Amity Gurugram is a huge lush green, charismatic campus having dedicated sports complex or multiple sports facilities such as indoor and outdoor stadiums, courts for basketball, volleyball, badminton, tennis, and facilities for cricket, football, and athletics. A well-equipped gymnasium with modern fitness equipment is commonly available for students to maintain their physical fitness. Ample open spaces and playgrounds are often provided for team sports and recreational activities. Professional trainers and coaches may be available to provide guidance and training in various sports. Amity University often hosts inter university Named Sangathan where faculty, staff, Local community and students all are participated with full enthusiasm and intra-university sports events of basket ball and volley ball, tournaments, and competitions, promoting sportsmanship and healthy competition among students.

Through its excellent sports facilities, Amity also offers opportunities to students and the surrounding village boys for regular work-out, lifestyle management, and interaction for the betterment of society. Udaan Mission is an NGO committed to providing free education and holistic development opportunities to underprivileged children in the vicinity of Amity University Haryana. AUH also celebrating the spirit of determination and triumph, Udaan Mission's incredible kids shine brightly at every Sangathan (Annual sports event) in Amity University Gurugram!

Sports is also encouraged as part of our curricula as physical education is taught as open elective for 6 semesters, Yoga and meditation is included in co curriculum activities, Military training camp is an integral part of education in Amity university Haryana.

Amity University Haryana’s shared sports facility is available to both campus members and outsiders, fostering community engagement and promoting wellness beyond the university. Access for outsiders is managed through a specific policy that outlines guidelines for usage, timings, and booking procedures. This policy ensures fair access for all users, maintains safety standards, and supports the upkeep of the facilities. By offering sports access to the broader community, the university aims to build connections and encourage active lifestyles while ensuring an organized and respectful use of its resources.

AY 2023-2024

Ensuring Healthy Lives & Promoting Well-Being – Community Sports Integration at Amity University Haryana

Amity University Haryana actively promotes health, fitness, and community well-being throughout the year by regularly sharing its sports facilities with children and youth from neighbouring villages. In alignment with SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-Being), the university has institutionalised a continuous outreach programme through which local schoolchildren and community groups are invited to use AUH sports grounds for structured fitness activities, athletics, drills, and outdoor training.

Throughout the year, children from nearby villages including Gwalior, Kukrola, Fazalwas, Bhaganki, Kherkhi and surrounding rural settlements regularly participate in morning and evening sports sessions conducted on campus. These sessions include:

• Athletics and sprint training
• Group fitness exercises
• Warm-up drills and stretching
• Sports awareness and discipline-building activities
• Guided physical education sessions led by university trainers

The university’s football fields, athletic tracks, open green grounds, and multi-purpose spaces are consistently made accessible to the community, ensuring that young children many of whom lack sports infrastructure in their villages have the opportunity to play, exercise, and build strong physical and mental health.

This long-term engagement has strengthened the bond between the university and its neighbouring communities, fostering a culture of fitness, discipline, and well-being. Through this regular practice, Amity University Haryana demonstrates its ongoing commitment to SDG 3 by ensuring that quality sports and recreational facilities are shared beyond the campus and benefit the wider public throughout the year.