what is intramural program

An intramural program is a recreational sports program organized within a particular institution, usually an educational institution, for the purpose of fun, exercise, and competition among students, faculty, staff, and affiliates of the university. Intramural sports are different from intercollegiate sports, which are contests between different schools. Intramural programs offer a variety of sports leagues, tournaments, and competitions that take place within a single university, and they provide exercise, recreation, and fun in a relaxed, yet structured environment. Intramural programs are used to promote wellness and allow students who do not compete on a national (NCAA) level an opportunity to be active. Intramural programs and activity clubs teach lessons about communicating clearly and listening to others as well as working together to achieve a common goal. The primary reason for participation in intramural programs is enjoyment of the activities rather than pressure to compete and win, as in athletic competition.