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Sports & Academies

Sports & Academies

Burnaby offers an exceptional athletics program supported by top-tier facilities and expert coaching. Each year, many of our students are awarded athletic scholarships to universities in Canada and the United States. Physical Education is a core part of our educational program and is required through Grade 10. Students also have the opportunity to join competitive school teams in all three seasons.

Competitive School Teams

Fall Sports

(September to Mid-November)

Volleyball

Rugby

Soccer (Boys)

Cross-Country Running

Field Hockey Girls

Swimming

Winter Sports

(December to March)

Basketball

Snowboarding and Alpine Skiing

Wrestling

Table Tennis

Curling

Field Lacross

Spring Sports

(March to End of May)

Volleyball

Badminton

Netball (Girls)

Soccer (Girls)

Track & Field

Golf

Tennis & Much More....

Sports Academies

Students passionate about athletics can apply to one of Burnaby’s Sports Academies. These academies allow students to combine their required academic courses with athletic training during the school day. What makes Burnaby’s programs unique is that two of our academies are offered in partnership with nearby Simon Fraser University (SFU) and are led by university-level coaches.

SFU Soccer Academy

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SFU Basketball Academy

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Ice Hockey Academy

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Burnaby North

Volleyball Academy

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Elite-level Hockey Academy

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in partnership with the Burnaby Winter Club. Students must qualify for this Academy.

SFU Aquatics

Burnaby students have the unique opportunity to join Simon Fraser University Aquatics – A world-class swim training program hosted at the university’s athletic complex. Students must qualify for this club.

Simon Fraser Aquatics

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Looking for More?

Burnaby is a hub for sports and recreation. Beyond school-based activities, students can find a wide range of local programs—whether they’re into dance, martial arts, fencing, rowing, horseback riding, skating, or tennis—and much more. Once here, students can explore options that suit their interests and schedule.