The Nwu have a lot of recreational sport options from residence leagues. That includes hockey, rugby, soccer, netball, cricket, basketball and table tennis. The Nwu also provides a lot of recreation opportunities such as tennis courts, rock climbing walls, squash courts, basketball courts, and badminton courts. Yet when it comes to leisure activities, they fall short. There are not many opportunities for students to only take part in leisure activities.

The university of Columbia has Recreational areas such as Tri-level fitness area, Blue gym, Fitness studio, Aerobics, Track running and Squash. Sports include basketball, football, soccer, baseball, cross country, golf, lacrosse, and track. Then the university of California provides student with park within the university to go on walks and space to have a get together and leisure activities.