From indoor rock climbing to outdoor yoga and everything in between, there are so many great ways to stay fit and healthy in Western North Carolina. But one of the most fun ways to stay active is by joining a group of people who enjoy the same sport as you. In Asheville, there is no shortage of team sports to try! Whether you’re into basketball, hockey, or cornhole, there’s a sports league for you.
Here are nearly a dozen awesome sports leagues for adults you should check out this season in Asheville, NC:
Asheville Buncombe Adult Soccer Association
ABASA is Asheville’s premier soccer league. The volunteer-run nonprofit coordinates nearly 2,000 soccer players each year, making it the second largest league in the state! They offer full fall and spring seasons, with a shortened summer league June–August. Each division ranges in skill and availability. Connect with the captains and divisions that interest you.
Divisions available include:
- Open
- Co-ed
- Women
- Over 40
- Over 50
- Pub League
Asheville Hockey
Since 2000, Asheville Hockey has offered both youth and adult inline hockey leagues, working toward their mission of making hockey accessible to everyone. For 23 years, their rink was located in Carrier Park. Since Hurricane Helene, the league is temporarily playing in Greenville, South Carolina. New players must register with AAU to be eligible to play. Regular seasons run nine or ten games of two 20-minute periods.
Asheville Parks & Recreation
The City of Asheville’s athletic programs provide wholesome recreational opportunities for residents of all ages and skill levels. Enhance your health and wellbeing while improving your sportsmanship. Parks & Rec programs also impact our community’s social and economic wellness.
Adult sports available:
- Basketball
- Pickleball
- Senior Games
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Asheville Racquet Club
ARC has something for everyone, along with a community of amazing members that only make the experience better. Two locations offer a variety of tennis, pickleball, racquetball, aquatics, and fitness experiences for members of all ages. Childcare is available for children 6 weeks–13 years.
Adult team sports available:
- USTA Tennis
- Pickleball
Asheville Rugby Football Club
Come see what rugby is all about and why it’s one of the fastest growing sports in the U.S. The Asheville Rugby Football Club meets twice a week through the season at Roger Farm Park. Founded in 1983, this competitive club is a member of Division III of USA Rugby. No experience is needed or expected.
Sides available:
- Men’s Rugby
- Women’s Rugby – Carolina Villains
Asheville Sports Club
Asheville Sports Club is an upscale club in the heart of downtown’s South Slope District. The venue primarily offers court rentals for pickleball and basketball—as well as coffee and cocktails for both players and viewers. However, check their event schedule and you’ll see that they host everything from NFL Ticket nights to trivia, karaoke, and pickup games. Well-behaved dogs are allowed on leash in the outside areas. 21+ after 7:00 PM.
League dodgeball is currently available on Tuesdays.
Asheville Sport & Social Club
Do you enjoy playing sports on workday evenings or weekends and socializing with new friends that could last a lifetime? The ASSC could be a great fit for you! In addition to the parties after the games, they organize exclusive social events and tournaments. Join an existing team, start your own team, or be a free agent. Ages 21+.
Co-ed sports available:
- Axe Throwing
- Bowling
- Cornhole
- Darts
- Dodgeball
- Flag Football
- Golf
- Kickball
- Mini Golf
- Paddle Board and Run
- Soccer
- Softball
- Volleyball
- Wiffleball
- Yoga
Asheville Ultimate Club
Take an opportunity to learn, play, and teach spirited Ultimate Frisbee in the greater Asheville area! Since its start in 1994, AUC has become a registered nonprofit and created sustainable, multi-seasonal youth and adult leagues. The sport’s self-officiate concept is called Spirit of the Game—a basic philosophy, written into the rules and practiced at all levels of the game. Learn more about tournaments, club play, and pickup games.
United States Gay Sports Network
Did you know that the Land of Sky is home to 5 LGBTQ+ sports leagues? Since 2010, USGSN has focused on enabling the community to locate local leagues, and to guide players to online websites and social network platforms. In Asheville, there are a handful of sports leagues listed through the site.
LGBTQ+ leagues available:
- Bowling
- Cornhole
- Dodgeball
- Kickball
- Pickleball
WNC Disc Golf Association
The primary objective of this rapidly growing nonprofit organization is the promotion and development of disc golf across Western North Carolina. Join a diverse group of individuals and families who volunteer to promote the sport and community that they love. End-of-year Club Championship Tournaments end with a renewal party where the next year’s discs and tags are issued.
YMCA of Western North Carolina
Get active, ignite your competitive side, and have a great time—all for the benefit of a healthier lifestyle! The YMCA offers friendly competition in a competitive environment through several recreational sports—several of which were invented at the Y! These programs supplement the Y’s additional activities of cycling, hiking, running, swimming, wall climbing, and more.
Adult sports available:
- Basketball
- Futsal
- Pickleball
- Racquetball
- Volleyball
Live near what moves you in Asheville, NC!
With a population nearing 100,000, Asheville is the largest city in both Buncombe County and Western North Carolina. Asheville serves as the area’s economic and cultural nerve center in many ways, including as a hub for education, healthcare, local arts and crafts, entertainment, and innovative food and drink. The four-season temperate climate makes year-round living easy, and the broad range of elevations and corresponding plant growth (both in town and around the area) make it one of the most biodiverse regions in the world.
Does that sound like the perfect lifestyle for you? Find your dream home in Asheville, NC!
