Sport can be a great way to meet new people, whether you’re playing tennis with friends or golfing with one eye on the 19th hole. Here are 10 sports that are great for people who like to be social.
Many of us get into sports because they are fun to do with other people. Sports that you do by yourself may be a good way to get away from everything, but many of us are more likely to enjoy a sport (and keep doing it) if we do it with other people. Team sports are probably the most social, but you will always meet other people when you play other sports. For some sports, being social might not happen until after the game, while other sports are already social because of where they are played.
Skiing And Snowboarding
A lot of people choose their ski resort based on the après-ski scene instead of the skiing itself. Many resorts are famous for their nightlife, so choose a place to ski that also meets your social needs.
Tennis
Most clubs have events for their members that don’t have anything to do with tennis. Because many clubs have league ladders, many of the players will already know each other.
Hiking
This is a great way to hang out with your friends or join a group or club to meet new people. Hiking is the best way to escape and get rid of stress.
Badminton
Just like tennis clubs, most badminton clubs have a strong social side. Since the game is played inside, you can have fun with your friends all year long. Adding a bit of competition can help you meet a lot more people.
Cricket
Any game that lasts several hours and has a break for lunch or tea is bound to be a social sport. The pavilion is a great place for cricket players to have a drink after the game, no matter who won or lost. It’s also a good place to hide if it starts to rain.
Scuba Diving
Learning how to scuba dive is a thrilling experience that can bring people closer together. You always dive with a “dive buddy,” and the two of you watch out for each other while you’re underwater. Most diving clubs are very social, with regular meetings and even trips to other countries to go diving.
Soccer
If you get two people who like soccer together, they will likely talk for hours. Most football teams are part of a larger social club, so socialising and playing football go hand in hand.
Martial Arts
Martial arts are done by people of all ages and skill levels, which makes it a very social sport. When people play a sport where they are so close to each other, there is a lot of interaction between them. Members of all ages often go to competitions around the country together.
Golf
Golfers meet each other when they walk around a course for several kilometers. Some courses have a place for golfers to get drinks at the 9th hole, but the traditional 19th hole or clubhouse is where people really get to know each other.
Darts
After a lot of thought, darts just made it into our list of the top 10! The idea that darts players drink beer might not be too far from the truth. Most of the time, the game takes place somewhere that serves alcohol, so players often have a beer while they step up to the oche. We have to say that there are still darts players who are fit and thin.
