{"id":13552,"date":"2025-06-05T18:05:01","date_gmt":"2025-06-05T16:05:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/miuniversity.edu\/?p=13552"},"modified":"2025-06-05T18:05:01","modified_gmt":"2025-06-05T16:05:01","slug":"where-to-play-sports-in-miami","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/miuniversity.edu\/en\/community\/where-to-play-sports-in-miami\/","title":{"rendered":"Where to Play Sports in Miami"},"content":{"rendered":"<section id=\"hero-post\" class=\"hero-post\">\n  <picture class=\"hero-post__bg\">\n    <!-- tatamiento horizontal -->\n    <source media=\"(orientation: landscape) and (min-width: 1024px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/miuniversity.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/AdobeStock_107119733-1-scaled.jpeg\">\n    <!-- tatamiento vertical -->\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"hero-post__img\" src=\"https:\/\/miuniversity.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/AdobeStock_107119733-1-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\",\" title=\"\">\n    <noscript>\n      <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/miuniversity.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/AdobeStock_107119733-1-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\",\" title=\"\">\n    <\/noscript>\n  <\/picture>\n  <div id=\"breadcrumbs\" class=\"breadcrumbs\">\n    <p class=\"container\">\n      <span>\n        <span>\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/miuniversity.edu\/en\/\" data-gtm-container=\"breadcrumb\" data-gtm-action=\"navigation\">\n            Home          <\/a>\n        <\/span>\n        &gt;\n        <span class=\"breadcrumb_last\" aria-current=\"page\">\n          <strong>Where to Play Sports in Miami<\/strong>\n        <\/span>\n      <\/span>\n    <\/p>\n  <\/div>\n  <h1 class=\"hero-post__title\">\n    Where to Play Sports in Miami  <\/h1>\n  <\/section>\n\n\n<p>As an MIU student, you&#8217;re in the perfect place to embrace an active lifestyle: there are all kinds of sports you can play in Miami.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sports are a great way to make new friends, connect with your community, relieve <a href=\"https:\/\/miuniversity.edu\/en\/community\/overcoming-culture-shock-in-the-usa-tips-for-international-students\/\">symptoms of culture shock<\/a>, and improve your physical and mental health.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re a seasoned athlete or just looking to have some fun and break a sweat, this guide will show you where to get started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sports to do in Miami<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Miami&#8217;s vibrant outdoor culture and excellent facilities mean there&#8217;s something for everyone. Here&#8217;s a taste of what you can get involved in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Beachside activities<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Beach volleyball:<\/strong> With miles of stunning coastline, beach volleyball is a quintessential Miami experience.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Water sports:<\/strong> Being surrounded by water means ample opportunities for swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding, wakeboarding, kite boarding, and sailing. There are rental shops and clubs along the beaches for equipment and lessons.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Running and cycling:<\/strong> Miami&#8217;s scenic waterfront paths are ideal for running and cycling. Bayfront Park, Maurice A. Ferr\u00e9 Park, and Miami Beach boardwalk are all good options close to <a href=\"https:\/\/miuniversity.edu\/en\/about\/hybrid\/\">MIU\u2019s campus<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rollerblading: <\/strong>While you can rollerblade at any park, Miami Beach Boardwalk and South Point Park are two iconic spots.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Team sports<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Basketball:<\/strong> You&#8217;ll find public basketball courts in many parks across the city, perfect for a casual game with friends. Dorsey Park and Margaret Pace Park are two options close to MIU.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Soccer:<\/strong> Miami has a huge soccer culture! Join a local league or look for a pick-up game in a park.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tennis:<\/strong> Many public parks in Miami have well-maintained tennis courts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pickleball: <\/strong>Pickleball has taken the U.S. by storm, and Miami is no exception. Pickleball courts can be found at several parks around the city.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Alternative sports<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Skateboarding:<\/strong> There are several skate parks around the city. Lot 11 Skatepark is less than a 15-minute walk from MIU.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rock climbing:<\/strong> Need an activity for a rainy day? Check out local climbing gyms for beginner classes and challenging routes for experienced climbers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Where can I learn sports in Miami?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to practice a new sport or hone your skills? Miami offers multiple options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Community centers and parks:<\/strong> Many of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.miamidade.gov\/global\/recreation\/home.page\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Miami\u2019s parks and recreation centers<\/a> offer sports lessons and programs for various ages and skill levels, often at very reasonable prices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Private lessons and academies:<\/strong> For more specialized training, consider private lessons or sports academies. You can find instructors for tennis, swimming, surfing, and many other sports.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meetup groups:<\/strong> Websites like Meetup.com host sports-related groups where you can join casual games, find training partners, and learn from others.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Things to do in Miami: Sports and beyond<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some ways to jump into Miami&#8217;s sports scene without breaking a sweat:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cheer on <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/miuniversity.edu\/en\/community\/professional-sports-teams-in-miami-where-passion-meets-paradise\/\"><strong>Miami\u2019s home teams<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> Experience the electric atmosphere of professional sports by catching a Miami Heat basketball game, a Miami Dolphins football game, a Florida Panthers hockey game, or an Inter Miami CF soccer match.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Attend local sporting events:<\/strong> From amateur leagues to local tournaments, there are always sporting events happening around the city. Check community calendars and local listings to find one near you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Get a taste of the action at sports bars:<\/strong> Want to catch a game with friends and other sports lovers? Miami has plenty of sports bars waiting for you with nachos, wings, huge screens, and a lively atmosphere.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Miami offers endless opportunities for sports enthusiasts of all levels. Give your studies a rest for a bit and discover the many ways to stay active in The Magic City!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As an MIU student, you&#8217;re in the perfect place to embrace an active lifestyle: there are all kinds of sports [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":12,"featured_media":13564,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[22],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-13552","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-community"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/miuniversity.edu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13552"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/miuniversity.edu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/miuniversity.edu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/miuniversity.edu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/12"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/miuniversity.edu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=13552"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/miuniversity.edu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13552\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":13570,"href":"https:\/\/miuniversity.edu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13552\/revisions\/13570"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/miuniversity.edu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/13564"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/miuniversity.edu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=13552"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/miuniversity.edu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=13552"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/miuniversity.edu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=13552"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}