{"id":12922,"date":"2022-11-01T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-11-01T11:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/blog\/?p=12922"},"modified":"2023-11-01T01:27:26","modified_gmt":"2023-11-01T05:27:26","slug":"these-are-the-most-popular-sports-on-meetup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/blog\/these-are-the-most-popular-sports-on-meetup\/","title":{"rendered":"These Are the Most Popular Sports on Meetup\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Growing up, most people take part in at least one sport, but relatively few people keep that hobby going into adulthood. Kids participate in sports for lots of reasons: to burn off some steam, to learn new skills, to experience teamwork, to discover what commitment and routine look like outside of the classroom. Often, though, the number one reason why kids join sports teams is to make new friendships and strengthen connections they\u2019ve already established in school.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Adults can enjoy sports for the very same reason, but it may be daunting for someone who hasn\u2019t consistently played sports in years to pick up the habit again. Plus, it may seem difficult to find time for organizing and playing sports when you\u2019re juggling work, family, and other interests.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, there are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/lp\/sports-fitness\">sports groups<\/a> all over the world designed with these concerns in mind. One of the most popular categories on Meetup, there are more than 4.3 million people taking part in over 2,600 sports groups across the globe! It\u2019s not hard to find a beginner-friendly community of people making it easier to commit to physical activity, recreation, and friendly competition.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-a-sports-group-can-do-for-you\">What a sports group can do for you<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The benefits of reigniting an old passion for sports, or exploring a sport that\u2019s new to you, are profound. For starters, regular exercise is one of the most important factors in physical health. According to <a href=\"https:\/\/manhattanmedicalarts.com\/blog\/effect-of-sports-on-general-health\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Manhattan Medical Arts<\/a>, playing sports contributes to everything from weight control and better circulation to stronger immunity and lower blood pressure. On the mental health side, sports-players tend to have higher self-esteem and better mechanisms for coping with stress.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond these fundamentals, playing sports has also been shown to increase one\u2019s decision-making and problem-solving abilities. Not to mention the fact that, with a Meetup sports group, you\u2019ll keep connected to your local community through camaraderie-building activities that are otherwise hard to come by as an adult. Casual sports are a great way to shake up the weekly grind, keep you motivated and energized, and bring an aspect of diversity to your normal routine.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-popular-sports-groups-on-meetup\">Popular sports groups on Meetup&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter what sports you like, you\u2019re bound to find Meetup communities getting together to play, even if your interest is as niche as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/dfw-underwater-hockey\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">underwater hockey<\/a>! Here\u2019s just a small selection of the limitless sporting possibilities available.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1439\" src=\"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/jannes-glas-0NaQQsLWLkA-unsplash-1-edited-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12925\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/jannes-glas-0NaQQsLWLkA-unsplash-1-edited-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/jannes-glas-0NaQQsLWLkA-unsplash-1-edited-560x315.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/jannes-glas-0NaQQsLWLkA-unsplash-1-edited-1120x630.jpg 1120w, https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/jannes-glas-0NaQQsLWLkA-unsplash-1-edited-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/jannes-glas-0NaQQsLWLkA-unsplash-1-edited-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/jannes-glas-0NaQQsLWLkA-unsplash-1-edited-2048x1151.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-volleyball-groups\">Volleyball groups&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Volleyball allows for big groups, requires minimal equipment, and has a low barrier to entry. In coastal, warm-weather cities like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/sandiegovolleyball\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">San Diego<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/miami-beach-volleyball-meetup-group\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Miami<\/a>, it\u2019s not surprising that beach volleyball groups flourish. But you might not expect a beach volleyball Meetup group of nearly 6,700 members to be thriving in northern Texas! <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/dfwvolleyballdallas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">DFW Volleyball (Dallas Region)<\/a> regularly gathers at an incredible volleyball bar with full-size outdoor sand courts and stadium lighting.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pickleball-groups\">Pickleball groups<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The new sensation sweeping the nation, pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in the United States. According to <em>National Geographic<\/em>, there are nearly <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalgeographic.com\/history\/article\/pickleball-is-for-everyone-inside-americas-fastest-growing-sport#:~:text=A%202022%20report%20from%20the,number%20from%20five%20years%20ago.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5 million players across the country today<\/a> (a 40 percent increase from just two years ago).&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pickleball is a fun and often low-key sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong. Instead of a tennis ball and a racket, you use a plastic ball and a simple paddle. The court size is much smaller than tennis, making it a great option for casual players or anyone with limited mobility.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The pickleball craze is taking hold everywhere: you can find <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/pickleball-fun\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pickleball for Fun plus Brunch<\/a> playing at Brooklyn Bridge Park, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/denver-pickleball-20s-30s-and-40s\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Denver Pickleball &#8211; 20s, 30s, and 40s<\/a> hosting beginner-friendly events all over town. In small cities you\u2019ll find communities like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/cambridge-pickleball-meetup-group\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cambridge Pickleball Meetup Group<\/a>. This sport is just as popular, if not more so, in suburbs\u2014the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/willingboro-pickleball-meetup\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Willingboro Pickleball<\/a> group in New Jersey has over 1,100 members!&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1120\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/highres_489815288-1120x630.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12926\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/highres_489815288-1120x630.jpeg 1120w, https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/highres_489815288-560x315.jpeg 560w, https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/highres_489815288-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/highres_489815288-1536x864.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/highres_489815288-2048x1152.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1120px) 100vw, 1120px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cycling-groups\">Cycling groups&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>From casual bike rides in public parks to long-distance outings on city streets or rugged trails, cycling represents one of the most diverse sporting interests on Meetup.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, you could join easy-pace, no-drop rides where no one gets left behind with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/senior-cycling-50-atlanta-bike-ride\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Senior Cycling (50+) Atlanta Bike Ride<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/nashville-city-slow-ride\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Green Fleet Nashville City Cycling Group<\/a>. In San Francisco, both <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/bayareacycling\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bay Area Cycling<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/bikethebaycycists\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bike the Bay<\/a> feature more moderate to medium-difficulty rides, recently exploring Sonoma wine country and doing combination bike+Amtrak trips to Sacramento. For an all-out adventure, check out a group like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/zombie-camels-mountain-bike-club\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Zombie Camels Mountain Bike Club &#8211; Atlanta Social MTB &amp; eMTB<\/a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-make-activity-a-priority\">Make activity a priority&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With so much to be gained from participating in sports, it\u2019s a wonder that many adults don\u2019t keep a sporting hobby. It\u2019s as easy as finding the right Meetup group for you, or simply <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/lp\/how-to-group-start\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">creating your own Meetup group<\/a>, and moving your body.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Find events, join groups, and communicate with your people\u2014from anywhere. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/apps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download the Meetup app today<\/a>!<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div class=\"post-excerpt\"><p>Take a deep-dive into the reasons why sport is such a fundamental and healthy human experience. 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