Activities & Athletics

At Yokohama International School, all learners have the power to pursue their passions, stretch their skills, and build connections across our community. Our wide range of activities and athletics gives creative, and athletic pursuits equal value, helping students develop as confident, balanced individuals.

ACTIVITIES

Activities meet before school, during lunch, or after school, depending on the club. Some are seasonal while others run year-round. All offer opportunities for leadership, collaboration, and exploration. Students are encouraged to define their own student experience by exploring activities and clubs that YIS has to offer.

Dylan

“I love the creative makers club because we get to try new design challenges every week.”

Minoru

“I love the creative makers club because we get to try new design challenges every week.”

Iroha

“I love the creative makers club because we get to try new design challenges every week.”

ELEMENTARY ACTIVITIES

Our Elementary School Activities (ESA) program offers a fun and exciting way for students from Kindergarten to Grade 5 to explore new interests. ESA runs in three sessions across the year with all activities supervised by teachers, parents, or expert instructors in our community.

ESA offers activities such as:

  • Toys & Table Game Club
  • Chowa Yearbook
  • Gardening Club
  • Lego Club
  • Library Council
  • Creative Makerspace
  • Dragon Cooking Academy
  • Book Dragons
  • Tag & Other PE Games
  • Minecraft Club
  • Word Wizards
  • Robotics
  • Sakura Medal Book Bowl
  • Student Ambassadors
  • Student Council

SECONDARY ACTIVITIES

Curiosity, leadership, and service are central to the YIS student experience. Our secondary activities program offers students an exceptional range of creative learning opportunities that allow them to deepen interests, try new skills, and grow as individuals.

Students can participate in:

  • Brainbowl
  • Hiking Club
  • Chowa Yearbook
  • East & West Board Games
  • Environment Club
  • Library Council
  • Math & Science Support Club
  • Mental Health Awareness Club
  • Model United Nations (MUN)
  • Origami Unlimited
  • Robotics Club
  • Sakura Book Club
  • YIS Maker Club
  • YIS Student Newspaper
  • Student Ambassadors

Athletics

Athletics are a part of a well-rounded student experience. Our athletics program is designed to support physical development, emotional resilience, and teamwork. Students are encouraged to explore their passions, commit to their teammates, and enjoy the process of learning and playing together.

MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL

Our secondary athletics program is organized into three seasonal offerings, with opportunities across a range of sports. Students of all skill levels are welcome to try out, grow, and play together as Dragons.

FALL SEASON

  • High School Volleyball
  • High School Cross Country
  • High School Tennis
  • Middle School Boys Soccer
  • Middle School Girls Volleyball
  • Middle & High School Swimming

WINTER SEASON

  • High School Basketball
  • High School Girls Field Hockey
  • Middle School Boys Basketball
  • Middle School Girls Soccer
  • Middle & High School Swimming

SPRING SEASON

  • High School Soccer
  • High School & Middle School Badminton
  • Middle School Girls Basketball
  • Middle School Boys Volleyball 
  • Middle School Baseball
  • Middle School Field Hockey
  • Middle & High School Swimming
ALLY

“I love the creative makers club because we get to try new design challenges every week.”

MARIKO

“I love the creative makers club because we get to try new design challenges every week.”

Tina

“I love the creative makers club because we get to try new design challenges every week.”

WORLD-CLASS FACILITIES

Our athletics program is supported by world-class campus facilities. Consistent with our school’s emphasis on the importance of community, the entire campus is designed for wheelchair accessibility, diversity, equity and inclusion.

SUPPORT OUR DRAGONS!

Athletics at YIS brings together students, teachers, and families. Events are student-centered, and supported by an active parent community and student-led media teams manage social content and coverage.

 

For questions about activities & athletics, contact Brinya Tananone, Director of Activities and Community Programs.