Clubs

A.k.a. the backyard circus. Do you want to get a whole-body exercise without going to the gym? Or hanging from our various apparatus (Silks, Hoop, Straps) doing more or less elaborate poses or sequences? Come join us in the clay factory! All are welcome!

Art of the Aikidō is the way to find win or survival without struggle or fight. And also good exercise for your health.

Whether you're a seasoned player or have never even held a bat, you're invited to join the fun. Our goal is simple: enjoy the game, learn the basics, and improve together.

For everyone who wishes to explore the island on a bicycle! Become a member to enjoy our selection of electric and non-electric bikes.

Hello everyone and welcome to the Board game club!

We climb, we boulder, we fall, we say ganba, we get back up, we eat, we go to Hedo, we fall, we say allez, we go deep water soloing, we eat more, we go to Coral Rock, we need a laser pointer, we set routes, we spot, we belay, we sneak up on a hold, we watch wales

 

All are welcome! We maintain two plots in West Court and a few composting sites spread around campus. Flowers, fruits, vegetables, and herbs, we have a large variety of plants that we care for and we're always happy to plant more!

OIST Haarii boat club was born out of our passion and enthusiasm for dragon boat races and Okinawan culture!

Are you interested in Samurai martial arts and Bushido?

The Intersectional Feminists of OIST (IF OIST) club aims to create a safe space to talk about topics related to harassment, inequality and discrimination, especially around gender, in a vulnerable way and to accompany, lift each other up, and honor each other's experi

The OIST Karate Club welcomes OIST staff, students, and their families to experience karate and kobudo (traditional martial arts) in Okinawa, the birthplace of karate, and to connect with others.

Kenjutsu will give a glimpse into the Japanese history of Budo.

Hi! We are a group of knitters who enjoy working on different projects like knitting, crocheting, sewing, and more! We exchange ideas and help each other on our projects.

The OIST Football Club is one of the oldest and most active clubs at OIST, with two practices a week and sometimes more "serious" matches. Everyone is welcome, independent of skill level, including non-OIST employees.

OIST LGBTQ+Allies

Welcome to the official OIST Ultimate Frisbee club: TANCHA YANCHA! We are a group of fun individuals that love to throw discs at each other, aiming for the perfect throw (or catch) we while ignoring the 99% of our "other" throws.