AS Clubs Categorically : Recreational
Backyard Brawlers
Our purpose is to play backyard-style football with fellow Western and non-Western people.
Contact Person: Dominique Sagao;
206-384-2298; sagiaod@cc.wwu.edu
Bellingham Bike Gang
The Bellingham Bike Gang welcomes all bicyclists regardless of experience, bike type, and hygiene. The number one mission of the BBG is safety. Members will set examples for fellow Bhammers by obeying road rules, wearing helmets and using correct bike hand signals. Related Gang activities throughout the year will include, bicycle workshops, helmet decorating, and group rides.
Contact Person: Devin Spencer;
360-621-1439; mistert2k@gmail.com
Billy Goat Climbing Club
The overall goal of the Billy Goat Climbing Club is to connect WWU students who hold similar interests in the recreational activities of rock climbing, bouldering, ice climbing, and alpine climbing/mountaineering.
The name Billy Goat Club (BGC) is chosen due to the nature of the Billy Goat. These alpine animals travel and live comfortably at high altitude rugged terrain, and as a community or herd support one another. The BGC remains true to the name by creating a community or support network to introduce WWU students to others who share a passion for climbing. Similar to Billy Goats, climbers ten to travel in a herd because a climber generally needs a climbing partner to safely and successfully complete a climb. The BGC’s intent to is to act as a hub and create a network of new students to meet fellow climbers and also assist students who are newly introduced into the recreation of climbing by supplying mentors.
The BGC will not be responsible for personal climbing trips the members partake in; however, the BGC will create the support needed to gain introductions and friendships for those who do seek climbing partners or information on climbing in the local area.
Contact Person: Andrew Craig;
360-670-6889; bgc@mail.com or alrukin@mail.com
Board Game Club
To create a safe, non-discriminatory and fun environment for Western students to gather and enjoy board games together.
Contact Person: Rosie Crow;
206-356-3807; wwuboardgameclub@gmail.com or rosie_crow@yahoo.com
Bridge Club
The only rule of Bridge Club is to show respect, both for your fellow players and the game.
Contact Person: Larissa Katrina;
360-259-1078; wwubridgeclub@gmail.com or lkatrina480@gmail.com
Ceili Dance Club
We provide a fun environment in which to learn Irish Ceili dance. Everyone is welcome! Meetings include one hour of lesson and one hour to dance. (musicians wanted!)
Contact Person: Laura Gorrin;
510-367-8696; gorrinl@students.wwu.edu
Circus Skills Society
To learn, teach and promote juggling and its related arts.
Contact Person: Corina Cheever;
206-940-8236; wwucircusclub@gmail.com or cheevec@gmail.com
Croquet Club
Croquet has been around since the beginning of time. It's a game of etiquette that requires the three S's: skills, stamina, and spunk. Croquet Club gives an outlet to the WWU students to spend quality time togehter, sipping tea and participating in the spirit that is croquet.
Contact Person: Devin Spencer;
360-621-1439; mistert2k@gmail.com
Website: Facebook search: Fun Time Coalition
Cuong Nhu Club
The purpose of this club is to spread the knowledge of the martial arts so that people can come together to learn and practice self-defense. Cuong Nhu helps people improve themselves physically and mentally.
Contact Person: Joseph Cordell;
253-228-6884; cordelj@students.wwu.edu
Disc Golf Club
Disc golf is a sport that challenges several aspects of your mind and body, while still being one of the most relaxing, enjoyable games. The Disc Golf Club will teach the game, practice the skills, and give you the opportunity to experience fun, nature, and a sense of self growth.
Contact Person: Dario Re;
509-951-4141; red@cc.wwu.edu
Fly Fishing Club
Much like the class, ESCI 315 "Art, Science, and Ethics of Fly Fishing," we would learn how to tie flies, cast, and identify fish and bug species as well as educate participants in environmental conservation. We will develop the skills you need to become a fly fisherperson.
Contact Person: Anne Maertens;
206-920-2408; annemaertens@hotmail.com
Foul Play: A Murder Mystery Club
The purpose of foulplay is to organize and participate in murder mystery games. A murder mystery game is an interactive clue game centered around a pre-planned murder and storyline. People are given characters and must use their best sleuthing and acting skills to solve the mystery, prove their own innocence, and complete their agendas.
Contact Person: Maddy Vonhoff;
360-713-1997; foulplayclub@yahoo.com or maddy.vonhoff@comcast.net
Website: http://foulplayclub.proboards.com
Kulshan Aikido Club
To train in the practice of aikido and promote the principles of aiki; a non-violent martial art known as the "art of peace".
Contact Person: Jason Horrocks;
509-230-5272; horrocj@students.wwu.edu or wwuclub@kulshanaikikai.org
Website: http://www.kulshanaikikai.org
N.E.R.F.
N.E.R.F. is out to introduce and promote a fun, safe and cheap way to relieve stress, through the use of NERF blasters. N.E.R.F. provides an opportunity for everyone regardless of skill, age, gender or athletic ability to experience the simple joy of nerfing each other, while growing one's skills as a leader and team player in healthy competition. All students will be required to sign an 'acknowledgement of risk / hold harmless' agreement before participating.
Contact Person: Leah Bergquist;
360-904-7939; leahbergquist@gmail.com
Northwest Grappling Association
We provide an open mat space for those who practice the grappling arts, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, catch/submission wrestling, judo, sambo, collegiate/freestyle/greco roman wrestling, etc. Those who wish to learn, may learn; those who wish to spar, may spar; and those of you who wish to compete, may compete.
Contact Person: Kyle Hoppe;
360-261-1043; tytinn.graplur@gmail.com
Oni Mode (Dance Dance Revolution Club)
To provide a fun and friendly environment to all those interested in the mildly addicting game called Dance Dance Revolution (DDR)! Welcome to all levels of players, no experience necessary.
Contact Person: Hilary Torres;
360-708-8907; wwuddr@gmail.com or ayenaperkele@gmail.com
Poi Club
Poi Club is a club open to anyone interested in spinning Poi. We accept poi spinners, glow stickers, glow stringers, and any other sub-discipline of poi spinning.
Contact Person: Connor Leahy;
425-223-0564; connorleahy@gmail.com
Scottish Country Dance Club
To provide time for students to gather and learn Scottish country dance and meet other students.
Contact Person: Heather Bales;
509-480-1165; wwuscottish@gmail.com or hdbales@gmail.com
Smash Masters and Students Headquarters (S.M.A.S.H.)
To create a gathering point for smash players from all around campus. To create opportunities for both recreational and competitive play so that players of all skill levels can learn and compete.
Contact Person: Theodore Seybold;
206-349-6346; wwusmash@gmail.com or seybolt@students.wwu.edu
Starcraft Club
Our goal is to create a group for playing and teaching others to play Starcraft: Broodwar in a social atmosphere. We will play Starcraft, watch replays of games and learn more about how to play well.
Contact Person: Emile Stettler;
206-459-5579; wwu.scbw.club@gmail.com or emile.stettler@gmail.com
Step To This
Step is physical activity involving complex movements to create beats with different parts of the body. Our purpose is to promote diversity, showing that people can create common goals regardless of age or ethnic background.
Contact Person: Elizabeth Butterworth;
509-954-9690; step2this@hotmail.com or buttere2@students.wwu.edu
Swing Kids
Provide the opportunity for students of Western to learn and practice swing dancing.
Contact Person: Nicholle Ryan;
406-570-1073; wwu.swing@gmail.com or ryann@students.wwu.edu
Tango Club
The Tango Club is to teach the history, style, and dance of the Argentine tango.
Contact Person: Layton Miller;
360-250-2066; westerntango@hotmail.com
The Leroy Jenkins Society
Organize LAN parties at WWU. Organized 200-person PC/console LAN party in January '09 as a fundraiser for Child's Play.
Contact Person: Nicholas E. Paleveda;
360-305-0928; paleveda@gmail.com
Viking Sardines
In a world overtaken by clip-on ties, coffee, and hand-held electronic devices there is one group of students that stands above it all, VIKING SARDINES. They roam through the night, hiding around the Viking SHADO's on the Ridge and use all their acquired skills to outsmart their opponents. The Sardines go on missions such as Hide-N-Go Seek and Sardines (on Thursdays around 8pm) in black clothing and Camo' paint. If this sounds like a special missions force for you, email mckenzb3@students.wwu.edu. One for all or all for one!
Contact Person: Brittany McKenzie;
360-536-2567; mckenzb3@students.wwu.edu
Western Birding Club
The purpose of the Western Birding Club is to educate and inspire members of the WWU community about birds, raise awareness about avian issues, and make the greater bellingham area as bird-friendly as possible.
Contact Person: John Rohrback;
206-491-0800; westernbirdingclub@gmail.com or john.rohrback@gmail.com
Western Kiteboarders
We extend the opportunity for anyone interested in kiteboarding to come together and enjoy the amazing sport. We offer lessons to beginners and want as many people as possible to be a part of a sport that is great for the environment.
Contact Person: Andrew Olive;
253-797-0763; olviea@cc.wwu.edu
Women in the Woods
Introducing women to the outdoors while supporting environmental stewardship throughout the greater Western community. Women in the Woods brings women together to encourage strength, the spirit of adventure, and concern for the local environment by exploring our relationship with the world around us.
Contact Person: Katy Howell;
360-820-4296; westernwomeninthewoods@gmail.com
WWU Bodybuilding Club
Share lifting programs, diets, supplements, proteins. Meet training partners and train for future competitions. Improve overall physique and maintain year round. Meet bodybuilders like Toney Freeman, Dexter Jackson, and Tanji Johnson.
Contact Person: Stephanie Singer;
425-213-2554; singerdinger87@hotmail.com
WWU Handball Club
To promote the game of handball to our peers and to compete in the sport of handball at the local and national levels.
Contact Person: Sarina Lariviere;
360-305-8653; sarinalar@gmail.com
WWU Hip Hop Association
To increase awareness about the B-boying (B-boy meaning Break Boy) culture in general, as well as, the hip-hop movement, and primarily practice breakdancing. Due to breakdancing being a highly physically demanding form of dance, we like to motivate our members so that we satisfy our goal of providing an enjoyable environment for people to learn, practice, and improve.
Contact Person: Ethan Leung & Alexander Lin;
360-621-8866 or 425-318-2046; leunge@students.wwu.edu or lina3@students.wwu.edu
Website: Facebook Search: WWU Hip Hop Association
WWU Road Racers
To introduce and egage students, faculty, and Bellingham residents in running road and trail races. Goals of the WWU Road Racers club are to promote running and healthy competition along with raising funds for local organizations.
Contact Person: Kyle Mears;
360-314-9348; mearsk2@students.wwu.edu
WWU Scrabble Club
We assemble weekly to play the world's greatest word game: Scrabble, both casually and competitively. All levels of skill and experience are encouraged to join us and have a good time!
Contact Person: Jayson Radmer;
206-290-1514; wwuscrabbleclub@gmail.com or radmerj@students.wwu.edu
WWU Snowboard & Ski
Provide Western students with an opportunity to participate in the exciting sports of snowboarding and skiing.
Contact Person: Emily Safer;
206-819-4807; emily.safer@gmail.com
Website: http://sites.google.com/site/wwussclub/