Tri-Community Sports & Clubs Activities
SPORTS
The following is an overview of some of the sports and clubs you can expect to find in the Geilenkirchen area:
a. Tennis - there is an international tennis club so if you are interested in tennis, bring your racket;
b. Softball - lots of ball diamonds, Unit slow pitch leagues, ladies slow pitch leagues and international youth leagues for dependants;
c. Swimming Pool - outdoor pool at NAB-GK, an indoor pool at JFC Brunssum and two or three excellent German pools in the local area. There are also a few small lakes with beaches in the area;
d. Hockey - a Men's recreational team plus an opportunity for children (however, very expensive for children). There is also a Dutch Men's league in Geleen, about 30 min drive). Sunday skating is available in Eischweiler at cost to the member;
e. Golf - two golf courses close by;
f. Skiing - excellent skiing available in Europe. The base has an International Ski Club; and
g. Other Sports available are: soccer, weight training, squash, basketball, badminton, volleyball, fencing, handball, racquetball, boxing, karate, scuba diving.
CLUBS
A few clubs available in the Geilenkirchen area are: Bicycle Touring Club, Audio Club, Music Club, Riding Club, Rod & Gun Club, Running Club, Sailing Club, Stamp Club, Scuba Club and an International Computer Club.
As you can see most sports and clubs are available, but remember most of these are internationally sponsored so they are different in some ways (i.e. management, discipline and control). Overall, there are many leisure opportunities in the area; everyone should be able to find something of interest.
